Biography Section
Biography and Education
As a proud First-Generation graduate of Texas State University, Mrs. Hillarie Garnier is passionate about helping the next generation of public health leaders find their passion and purpose. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Instruction in the Department of Health and Human Performance, where she teaches public health courses grounded in real-world experience and cultural understanding. Mrs. Garnier earned her M.S. in Public Health Education and Promotion from Texas State University and holds a B.S. in Health Promotion from Appalachian State University, where her commitment to health promotion and education first took root. Before joining Texas State as a faculty member, she built a career as an emergency medical services provider and a health and safety educator, training others through organizations such as the American Heart Association, the American Red Cross, and the Health and Safety Institute. She is dedicated to inspiring students to create lasting change in their communities and beyond.
