Faculty Profile for Dr. Megan Emily Newhouse-Bailey

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Dr. Megan Emily Newhouse-Bailey
Asst Professor of Instruction — Dept of Health & Human Performance

Biography Section

Biography and Education

I am originally from Virginia. I have a BA in Women's Studies with an emphasis in gender, sexuality, and public health and a BS in Health and PE Teaching. My master's degree in Health Education is from Texas State. Go Bobcats! I earned my Doctorate of Education in Health professions in 2023.

Teaching Interests

I enjoy teaching introductory classes that "welcome" students into the world of public health and prepare them for their future careers. I also enjoy teaching classes related to my favorite areas of study: school health disease prevention, personal health, and women's health.

Research Interests

I am interested in perinatal health, childbirth education, school health, and school connectedness.

Selected Service Activities

Board Member
Springfield High School PTO
September 2024-Present
Member
HHP Scholarship Committee
August 2024-Present
Board Member
Springfield Ball Charter School PTO
September 2022-June 2024
Member
HHP Alumni Committee
September 2021-August 2023
Board Member
Girl Scouts of Central Texas Southern Oaks Service Unit
August 2018-May 2022