New Faculty - Fall 2008

Kinesiology:

Justus Ortega , Ph.D.

Dr. Ortega is an active research faculty with a focus on the fundamental principles that underlie the physiology and biomechanics of human locomotion as well as the application of these principles to improve human health. As the director of the biomechanics lab, Dr. Ortega is and his students conduct novel research that explores the neural control, biomechanics and energetics of human locomotion. The biomechanics lab also provides Humboldt State University and its surrounding communities with health and performance related biomechanical testing and evaluation. In addition to his work in the Biomechanics Lab, Dr. Ortega is working collaboratively with the Department of Radiology at University of Washington on a project that uses MRI and optical spectroscopy to understand the cellular mechanism responsible for reduced muscle efficiency in the elderly. Dr. Ortega teaches courses that include Motor Learning and Development, Structural Kinesiology, Biomechanics, and Neuromechanics.  In addition to his research and teaching interests, Dr. Ortega applies his knowledge to the real word as an avid outdoor enthusiast. 

 

Recreation Administration:

Paul Marsh, Ph.D.

Dr. Paul Marsh leads the Outdoor Adventure option in Recreation Administration and advises students. He has extensive practical and teaching experience in management and leadership: experience includes Outward Bound Canada and the Outdoor Leadership programs at Indiana University and Springfield College, Massachusetts. His teaching areas include Foundations in Recreation, Leisure Programming, Outdoor Adventure Skills, Winter Travel and Camping Skills, Adventure Theory and Practice, and Outdoor Adventure Management and Leadership. Dr. Marsh is a member of the Humboldt Area Adventure Professionals group, serves as an advisor with the Common Adventure Club, the HSU Canyons Fun Group and HSU Sk8ters United. Paul also directs summer staff training at YMCA Camp Eberhart.