
Educational Background:
Ph.D. Health, Leisure and Human Performance
Oklahoma State University, 2004
M.S. Parks and Recreation Administration
Western Kentucky University, 2001
B.A. Applied English and Tourism
Nankai University, China, 1998
Experience Background: Her dissertation of benchmarking study on state parks won research excellence award in Oklahoma State University. Joined RSPA faculty in 2004. Has published in national journals and presented at both international and national conferences.
Professional Expertise and Interest Areas: Parks management, resource management, outdoor recreation, travel, tourism, commercial recreation, benchmarking, research methods, programming, and facility management.