Staff Directory

Collegiate Recreation Experience:

California State University, Sacramento - 3 years (Coordinator, IM Sports; Assistant Director, Competitive Sports, Director)

University of California, Davis - 15 years (Assistant Director, IM Sports; Associate Director, Programs; Director)

Education:

Master of Science - Sport Psychology (California State University, Sacramento)
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science (University of California, Davis)
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Organizational Behavior (University of California, Davis)

Professional Certifications:

RCRSP (Registered Collegiate Recreational Sports Professional)

Bachelor of Science - Business Logistics (Penn State University)

28 years of experience in financial management, auditing, business development and financial services management.

Bachelor of Arts in German- Penn State University

Bachelor of Science in Physical Education - Central Michigan University Master of Arts in Sports Administration

Central Michigan University Professional Certifications: American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Trainer 

Collegiate Recreation Experience:
The Ohio State University
Coordinator of Competitive Sports 

University of North Alabama
Coordinator of Intramural Sports and Sport Clubs 

Austin Peay State University
Graduate Assistant for Fitness Programs 
Graduate Assistant for Intramural Sports 

Doctor of Education in Educational Studies

Specialization:

Higher Education and Student Affairs

Education:

The Ohio State University

• Master of Arts in Communication Arts
• Master of Science in Health and Human Performance

Austin Peay State University

• Bachelor of Applied Arts in Sport Studies

Central Michigan University

Certified Pool Operator (CPO)

PA Pesticide Certification 

M.S. Clinical Exercise Physiology

B.S. Kinesiology, Exercise Science

Collegiate Recreation Experience:

Pennsylvania State University - 16 years (Coordinator, IM Sports)

Education:

Master of Science (ABT) - Leisure Studies, Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise and Sport Science, Pennsylvania State University

• Penn State
  • Assistant Director, Competitive Sports (April 2021-present)
  • Coordinator, Competitive Sports (December 2018-April 2021)
• Ohio University
  • Graduate Assistant, Competitive Sports (August 2016-May 2018)

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Outdoor Recreation – SUNY Cortland (Concentration: Outdoor Leadership)

Master of Recreation and Sport Studies – Ohio University (Concentrations: Campus Recreation & Recreation Management)

Certificate in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

Certifications:

• American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor

Collegiate Recreation Experience:

Penn State University - 3 years (Coordinator, Facilities & Operations; Assistant Director, Facilities & Operations)

Education:

Master of Science - Sport Management (East Stroudsburg University)
Bachelor of Science - Recreation, Park, & Tourism Management (Penn State University)

Joined PSU Campus Recreation in 2016.

Previous Experience-
Interim Director of Athletics at Mansfield University, 2016. Assistant Director of Athletics at Mansfield University, 2015-2016. Director of Athletic Development Operations at Lock Haven University, 2014-2016.

Education:

• Master of Science - Sport Science (Lock Haven University).
• Bachelor of Science- Sport Administration, Coaching minor (Lock Haven University)
• NIRSA member 2016- present. CPR/FA/AED.

Collegiate Recreation Experience:
Penn State University - 3 years (Assistant Director, Membership and Outreach)

Education:
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology (Penn State University)

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts - Adventure Education (Messiah College)

Professional Certifications:

• Certified Outdoor Educator (Wilderness Education Association)
• Master Educator (Leave No Trace)
• Whitewater Canoe Instructor (American Canoe Association)
• Wilderness First Responder

Hailing from Texas, Bobby has over 10 years in the Challenge Course industry. Prior to coming to Penn State, he spent much of his time working for camps, conference and retreat centers, team building facilities, and environmental education centers. This line of work has allowed Bobby to travel the country in various capacities from New Jersey to Hawaii and work with people of all ages. Bobby earned his degree from the University of Texas at Arlington in Physical Science, Social Science, and Business Management. He is a Challenge Course Manager with the Association of Challenge Course Technology (ACCT).

Bachelor of Science, University of Texas at Arlington
ACCT Challenge Course Manager Certified
First Aid/CPR/AED Certified

Master of Science - Counseling Psychology (University of West Florida)

Bachelor of Science - Psychology (University of West Florida)

 

Professional Tennis Registry, Professional
CPR certified

Collegiate Recreation Experience:
Penn State University-1 year (Program Coordinator, Tennis)

 

Education:
Bachelors of Science in Business Administration Management (Bloomsburg University)
Professional Certifications:
PTR Certified Tennis Professional