Associate Professor of Physical Education

Office: RF 101G
Phone: (574) 535-7494
Email: valeriejh@goshen.edu

Education

BS, Eastern Mennonite University, 1984
MS, James Madison University, 1996

Courses

Activity Classes

  • Badminton
  • Cycling
  • Golf
  • International Folk Dance
  • Swimming
  • Tumbling
  • Weight Training – Co Ed
  • Weight Training – Women
  • Wellness for Life – General Education

 

Majors Courses – Fall Semester

Introduction to Physical Education

This class provides an introduction to the field of physical education and includes an overview of the history of physical education and sport. The time line begins with early civilization and continues through modern events including the Olympics. Additionally, a variety of philosophical approaches and their implications are discussed.

First Aid/CPR

Introduction to first aid, practical experience in basic first aid skills, first aid for specific sport injuries and a practical guide to sport related to liability. Successful completion results in certification for two years.

Basic Athletic Training

Valuable for anyone who plans to coach or pursue further certification in athletic training. Topics include: evaluation and management of injuries to the head, shoulder, elbow, hand, hip, knee, and foot. Additional topics include: adverse weather conditions, rehabilitation, emergency situations, recognizing different sport injuries, and helping the injured athletic psychologically.

Sport Management

A focus on administrative practices in the areas of legal responsibility, personnel, finance, public relations, equipment, and facilities. Issues related to intramurals, high school, collegiate, and professional sports are discussed. Sociological and psychological issues related to leadership roles in sport are also included.

Major Courses – Spring Semester

Theory and Techniques of Coaching

This course presents an overview of basic theories and coaching applications, including topics such as; philosophy, psychology, ethics, coaching diverse athletes, current training techniques, practice and game preparation.

Camping and Recreation – Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

Students will have a hands on learning experience along with with an interdisciplinary approach. They will learn a variety of skills including: Canoeing safety and paddling skills, equipment selection, trip planning, map and compass, food selection, preparation, environmental care and study, spiritual growth and leadership skills. This course is  two weeks, with the first week spent at Wilderness Wind in Ely, MN in classroom and orientation sessions. The second week is a seven day wilderness trip in the BWCA along the US/Canada border in pristine wilderness.

Current Projects

Elkhart River Adoption

Every fall for the past six years the physical education department organizes a group of students to remove trash from a six mile stretch of the Elkhart River between Roger’s Park and Oxbow Park.  This year, twenty-two people canoed the river pulling small and large items from the water.  We removed about 25 tires, 6 big garbage bags of recyclables, fiberglass, appliances, bikes, toys, batteries, and many other items.

Memberships & Associations

AAHPERD – American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance

IAAHPERD – Indiana Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance

 

Certifications

WSI – Water Safety Instructor – American Red Cross

First Aid/CPR/AED Trainer Instructor – American Red Cross

First Aid/CPR/AED – American Red Cross

Lifeguard – American Red Cross