Robert J. Bensley, PhD - Western Michigan University, Michigan

Dr. Bensley is currently an Associate Professor and coordinates the Community Health Education program at Western Michigan University. His research interests focus on the use of advancing technology modalities as a means of influencing behavior change. He is currently developing a theory-driven Internet-based learning approach for nutrition education for WIC clients, and has been awarded a Fulbright Scholar Award exploring the use of technology-based health promotion in South Africa. Prior to his entering the health education profession, Dr. Bensley was employed by IBM, where he served as a Systems Engineer providing technical assistance and education to educational institutions, hospitals, and local government agencies. Dr. Bensley also specializes in working with communities in coordinating school-based sexuality education programs and is co-author of the book Coordinating School-Based Sex and HIV/AIDS Education Programs.

Jodi Brookins-Fisher, PhD - Central Michigan University

Dr. Brookins-Fisher is an Associate Professor in the School of Health Sciences at Central Michigan University. She is also currently the Graduate Coordinator and Undergraduate Internship Coordinator. Her research interests include the evaluation of university-community partnerships, programs for underserved populations, and faith-based groups. Dr. Brookins-Fisher has been involved in several national and state professional organizations, including the local chapter of Eta Sigma Gamma, of which she was faculty advisor for the past 5 years. She has also received CMU’s Teaching Excellence Award, Registered Student Organization Advisor Award, and Outstanding Teacher Award in her department. A human rights advocate, Dr. Brookins-Fisher has been recognized for her contributions to underserved populations.