Curriculum Vitae dawn@tarabochia.net Dawn S. Tarabochia, Ph.D., CHES Department of Health & Human Development Montana State University Bozeman, MT 59717 406.994.2057 dawn.tarabochia@montana.edu Current Rank and Position Assistant Professor, Community Health Community Health Program Lead Education Doctor of Philosophy, 2008 University of Utah, Department of Health Promotion and Education Salt Lake City, Utah Dissertation: The development and usability of an informational website for family caregivers Graduate Certificate in Gerontology, 2004 University of Utah, Center on Aging Salt Lake City, Utah Master of Science, 1998 University of Idaho, Department of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Exercise Physiology Moscow, Idaho Thesis: Ventricular function during semirecumbent cycling and omnikinetic lower extremity exercise in cardiac rehabilitation patients: An echocardiograph study. Bachelor of Science, 1997 University of Idaho, Department of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Wellness Moscow, Idaho Certifications Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES), 2011-Present CHES Number 18875
Academic and Professional Experience Dawn S. Tarabochia Page 2 Assistant Professor, 2011 - Present Community Health Program Lead Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana Department of Health and Human Development, Community Health Teaching Duties CHTH 210 Foundations of Community Health CHTH 428 Health Disparities CHTH 445 Program Planning and Evaluation CHTH 435 Human Response to Stress CHTH 502 Theories and Models in Health CHTH 317 Health Behavior Theories CHTH 498 Community Health Internships Adjunct Instructor & Community Health Program Lead (1.0 FTE), 2009-2011 Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana Department of Health and Human Development, Community Health Teaching Duties HDHL 452 Health Disparities HDHL 445 Program Planning and Evaluation HDHL 410 Human Response to Stress HDPE 501 Theories and Models in Health HDPE 425 Health Psychology HHD 476 Community Health Internships Adjunct Instructor (1.0 FTE), 2007-2009 Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana Department of Health and Human Development, Community Health Teaching Duties HDHL 452 Health Disparities HDHL 445 Program Planning and Evaluation HDHL 410 Human Response to Stress HDHL 230 Drugs and Society HDCF 371 Research Methods HHD 501 Professional Communication Skills in HHD HHD 476 Community Health Internships HDPE 501 Theories and Models in Health HDPE 425 Health Psychology HDPE 222 Foundations of Exercise Science HDPE 221 Health Anatomy and Physiology
Page 3 Adjunct Instructor (.5 FTE), 2007 Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana Department of Health and Human Development Teaching Duties HDCF 150 Lifespan Human Development HDHL 106 Drug and Health Issues for Educators HDHL 240 Human Sexuality (Teaching Assistant) Teaching Assistant, 2000-2004 University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah Department of Health Promotion and Education Teaching Duties HEDU 3000 Human Sexuality HEDU 3060 Stress Management HEDU 3090 Death and Dying HEDU 3190 Health Concerns of Women HEDU 6100 Public Health Epidemiology (co-taught) Teaching Assistant, 2003 University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah Gerontology Interdisciplinary Program Grading Duties GERON 5010 / GERON 6010 Health & Optimal Aging Research Assistant, 2002-2003 University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah Gerontology Interdisciplinary Program National Institute on Aging grant (funded) Responsible for the conducting literature searchers, written summaries of research and attending all strategic planning meetings. Graduate Assistant, 1997-1998 University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho Department of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Supervision and coordination of the University of Idaho physiology lab, conducting informational seminar sessions for UI employees, management and promotion of UI Employee Wellness Weight Management Incentive Program, supervision and coordination of UI Health Fair and conducting on-site workplace health evaluations.
Page 4 Exercise Physiologist, 1997-1998 Gritman Medical Center, Moscow, Idaho Department of Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Management of the pulmonary rehabilitation program and assistant for the cardiac rehabilitation program, promotion of cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs, submission of patient Medicare reimbursement, directing and facilitating the osteoporosis, diabetes and weight management exercise groups, conducting group and individual health education, and facilitation of cardiac stress testing. Publications, Presentations, Research, and Grants Peer Reviewed Publications Tarabochia, D. S. (2013). A comprehensive stress education and reduction program utilizing a well-being model: Incorporating the ASCA Student Standards. Journal of School Counseling, 11(6). Retrieved from http://www.jsc.montana.edu/articles/v11n6.pd Willis, S.L., Tarabochia, D.S., & DiCorcia, M. (2007). Teenage driviers and hand-free cellular phones: An equation for tragedy. The Chronicle of the American Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association, 55, 9-12 & 14. Willis, S.L., Tarabochia, D.S., & DiCorcia, M. (2007). Use of guided imagery in health education. The Reporter, 78(1), 60-63. Willis, S.L. & Tarabochia, D.S. (2006). Identifying emotions and communicating about death: An interactive puzzle. American Journal of Health Education, 37(6), 358-360. Willis, S.L. & Tarabochia, D.S. (2006). Role of the health and physical education teacher in a coordinated school health program. The Reporter, 77(1), 8-11. Manuscripts Completed Koltz, R. & Tarabochia, D.S. (manuscript accepted). Adolescence & technology: Using what they value as a means to connect, rather than disconnect. Journal of Creativity in Mental Health. Manuscripts in Process Tarabochia, D.S. (manuscript submitted). The development of a website for family caregivers utilizing web usability principles: A case study. Journal of Gerontology & Geriatric Education.
Page 5 Tarabochia, D.S. (manuscript in process) The evaluation of the usability of a website for family caregivers utilizing web usability principles. Journal of Gerontology & Geriatric Education. Koltz, R., Smith, A. & Tarabochia, D.S. (manuscript in process) Teaching strategies for the millennial generation. Tarabochia, D.S. & Koltz, R. (manuscript in process) Caregiver stress and the impact upon the family system. Tarabochia, D.S., Koltz, R. & Lux, C. (manuscript in process) Teaching activities to build and maintain brain health throughout the lifespan. International Presentations Tarabochia, D.S. & Koltz, R.L. (2013). Playful Aging: Utilizing play therapy with the adult population. Play Therapy Italy Institute, Regello, Italy, March. Koltz, R.L. & Tarabochia, D.S. (2013). Playful Relationships: Integrating Play Terapy in Family Systems Counseling. Play Therapy Italy Institute, Regello, Italy, March. National Presentations Tarabochia, D.S. & Klotz, S. (2013). Professional caregivers understanding, perceptions and attitudes toward the validation method. - exploring training and educative opportunities: A pilot study. Annual Association for Gerontology in Higher Education Conference, St. Petersburg, FL, February. Tarabochia, D.S. & Debra Haynes. (2010). Saving for the future and planning for retirement: An intergenerational study. Annual Association for Gerontology in Higher Education Conference, Cincinnati, Ohio, March. Tarabochia, D.S. (2009). The Development and Usability of an Informational Website for Family Caregivers. Annual Association for Gerontology in Higher Education Conference, Reno, NV, March. Durrant, L., Olson, L. & Tarabochia, D.S. (2002). Review of Community Based Research for Drug and Alcohol Prevention Interventions in Salt Lake County. Annual American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance National Conference, San Diego, California, April. Tarabochia, D.S. & Dolny, D.G. (1999). Ventricular Function During Semirecumbent Cycling and Omnikinetic Lower Extremity Exercise in Cardiac Rehabilitation Patients: An Echocardiograph Study. American College of Sports Medicine National Conference, Seattle, Washington, May.
Regional Presentations Dawn S. Tarabochia Page 6 Tarabochia, D.S. & Koltz, R. L. (2012). Brain health throughout the lifespan. Southwest / Hawaii District American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Conference, Honolulu, Hawaii, June. State and Local Presentations Tarabochia, D.S. (2010). Stress in the Elderly. Montana Gerontology Society Annual Meeting, Butte, Montana, April. Durrant, L., Olson, L. & Tarabochia, D.S. (2001). Community Based Research for the Prevention of Drug and Alcohol Use in a Salt Lake County. Southwest American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance Conference, Park City, Utah, June. Invited Presentations Tarabochia, D.S. (2013) Caregiving & Stress. Presented as part of the Grab A Plate and Educate Seminar Series. Bozeman, Montana, October. Tarabochia, D.S. (2013). Sensory Processing Disorder: Tips for Communication Between Parents & Educations. Montana Behavioral Institute, Bozeman, Montana, June. Tarabochia, D.S. & Tarabochia, C.M. (2012). Internet Knowledge, Technology & Safety. 100 th Annual 4-H Congress. Bozeman, Montana, July. Tarabochia, D.S. & Tarabochia, C.M. (2012) Ask the right questions! Understanding technology and social trends on the Internet affecting children and their families. extension Webinar, May. Tarabochia, D.S. (2011). In the Spectrum A Parent s Perspective. Montana Association for the Education of Young Children, Annual Conference. Bozeman, Montana, October. Tarabochia, D.S. (2011). Caregiving & Stress. Presented as part of the Grab A Plate and Educate Seminar Series. Bozeman, Montana, September. Tarabochia, D.S. & Tarabochia, C.M. (2011) Cyberbullying: What Grandparents Should Know. Montana Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Project, Annual Conference. Great Falls & Billings, Montana, June. Tarabochia, D.S. (2011). An Introduction to Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation. Montana Dietitics Internship Orientation. Bozeman, Montana, August. Tarabochia, D.S. & Tarabochia, C.M. (2008). Technology: Keeping Kids Safe. Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Project Annual Conference, Bozeman, Montana, June.
Page 7 Tarabochia, D.S. & Shapiro, A. (2007). Stress Management Techniques: A Four Week Seminar for Bozeman School District Employees. Bozeman School District, Bozeman, Montana, November. Research in Process Tarabochia, D.S. & Koltz, R. (2013-Present). Healthy aging and well-being in a senior only residential community. Koltz, R. & Tarabochia, D.S. (2013 Present). Well-being groups for the elderly residing in continuing care retirement communities. Tarabochia, D.S. & Klotz, S. (2012-Present). Use of the Validation Method with Dementia Patients: Implications for training for professional caregivers. Tarabochia, D.S. (2012- Present). Techno-stress and sleep patterns in college students. Tarabochia, D.S. (2012-Present). Parental stress and worry regarding adolescent technology use. Tarabochia, D.S. & Haynes, D.C. (2010-Present). Financial well-being: An intergenerational study. Grants AARP Foundation. (2011-2013). CAANNS Program to Reduce Food Insecurity in the Elderly in Gallatin Valley. Funded $199,239 Sub-contract with Gallatin Valley Food Bank. MSU subcontract Byker, C. (PI) & Tarabochia, D.S. (researcher). As a researcher on this sub-grant, my role is to study the relationship between social support and social networks and food insecurity. College of Education, Health & Human Development (2012-2013). Funded $25,000 Tarabochia, D.S. (PI), Koltz, R. & Byker, C. Internal funding to create an interdisciplinary community service project to benefit Gallatin County. Developed a project to evaluate a school based program to reduce childhood hunger in Gallatin County. National Science Foundation. (2012). Not Funded Tarabochia, D.S., Miles, M., & Davila, E. Social Media and Objective PA Monitoring: Applications for Habitual Behavioral Modification in Adults. Requested: $485,000.
Page 8 Toshiba (1998). Funded $500. Awards Dolny, D.G. & Tarabochia, D.S. Echocardiography services for research study titled: ventricular function during semirecumbent cycling and omnikinetic lower extremity exercise in cardiac rehabilitation patients: An echocardiograph study. Teaching Awards 30 th Annual Award for Excellence, 2012, Montana State University Nomination, President s Excellence in Teaching Award, 2012, Montana State University Nomination, Academic Advising Award, 2012, Montana State University 29 th Annual Award for Excellence, 2011, Montana State University Nomination, President s Excellence in Teaching Award, 2011, Montana State University Nomination, Online Teaching Award, 2011, Montana State University College of Education and Health and Human Development Teacher of the Year Award, 2010, Montana State University Nomination, MSU Excellence in Online Teaching Award, 2010, Montana State University Nomination, President s Excellence in Teaching Award, 2009, Montana State University Academic Awards Outstanding Graduate Student, 2004, University of Utah, Department of Health Promotion and Education Graduate Teaching Scholarship, 2003, University of Utah, Department of Health Promotion and Education Graduate Research Scholarship, 2002, University of Utah, Gerontology Interdisciplinary Program Service University Service INBRE Public Health Intern Selection Committee, 2013 Committee Member
Page 9 Graduate Education in Health for Minority Scholars Committee, 2011- Present Committee Member College Service College of Education, Health and Human Development Strategic Planning Committee, 2013 Committee Member Department Service Department of Health and Human Development, 2013 Search Committee Member, Family & Consumer Sciences Department of Health and Human Development, 2013 Search Committee Member, HHD Advisor III Department of Health and Human Development, 2012 Chair, Search Committee, Assistant Professor, Community Health Department of Health and Human Development, 2011 Search Committee Member, Administrative Associate I Department of Health and Human Development, 2012 - Present Chair - Undergraduate Committee Department of Health and Human Development, 2011-2012 Undergraduate Committee Member Department of Health and Human Development, 2010-Present Instructional Computer Committee Member Department of Health and Human Development, 2009-2011 Departmental Committee Member Community Service Montana Cancer Support Community, Present Vice Chair, Board of Trustees Montana Cancer Support Community, 2012 - Present Board of Trustees Montana Gerontological Society, 2012 - Present President
Page 10 Montana Gerontological Society, 2011 Public Relations Chair Bozeman School District Superintendent s Advisory Committee, 2012-Present Bridger Cares (Formerly Bridger Clinic), 2009 - Present Health Education Advocates Committee Professional Development and Professional Affiliations Conferences Attended Play Therapy Italian Institute, Reggello, Italy, 2013 Association for Gerontology in Higher Education, St. Petersburg, Florida, 2013 Association for Gerontology in Higher Education, Washington D.C., 2012 Learning & the Brain Institute, Chicago, Illinois, 2011 Association for Gerontology in Higher Education, Cincinnati, Ohio, 2011 Association for Gerontology in Higher Education, Reno, Nevada, 2010 Southwest - Hawaii Association for American Alliance of Health, Physical Activity, Recreation and Dance, Honolulu, Hawaii, 2012 Montana Gerontology Society, Bozeman, Montana, 2013 Montana Gerontology Society, Butte, Montana, 2011 Intersecting Interests, Stone Child College, Rocky Boy, Montana, June 2010 Trainings Play Therapy Italian Institute 2013 30 Continuing Education Hours
Professional Affiliations Dawn S. Tarabochia Page 11 American Public Health Association Society for Public Health Education Gerontological Society of America Association for Gerontology in Higher Education American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Montana Gerontology Society