Brenna Barthel-Hines, Ph.D.

Senior Instructor I
bhines@eou.edu
Field House 216
541-962-3572

• Ph.D. – Leadership in Higher Education, Oregon State University
• Masters in Teaching Education, Eastern Oregon University
• Bachelors of Arts in Physical Education and Health Studies, Eastern Oregon University
• Graduate Certificate in Public Health, Oregon State University

Brenna Hines serves as a faculty member in Health and Human Performance and teaches PE and Health Methods for the MAT program. Her classes prepare students to advocate and optimize their own health and the health of their communities.  Her primary field of interest is student and community health education.   Brenna has experience managing and advising pre-health professionals and student success at the university and community college levels.  She is committed to supporting emerging educators and health professionals in developing evidence-based, inclusive, and engaging learning experiences for all students. Outside of teaching, Brenna enjoys yoga, running, backpacking, gardening, and community sporting events. 

Brenna’s Research and Professional interests include Mental Health Epidemiology, Physical and Health Education Pedagogy, Culturally Responsive Teaching in k-12 PE and Health Settings, Curriculum Designs for Diverse Learners, Health Literacy and Global Health Education, Teacher Preparation and Reflective Practice.

Courses Taught
Health and Human Performance
HHP 131 – Professional Careers and Foundations in Health & Human Performance
CH 250 – Personal Health and Lifetime Wellness
CH 298 – Lifetime Fitness
CH 317 – Global Health
CH 352 – Cultural Competency in Health Education and Promotion
CH 380 – Legal and Ethical Issues in Health Education and Promotion
EXS 440 – Motor Development Across the Lifespan
EXS 444 – Adapted Physical Education
EXS 452 – Physical Activity and Disease Epidemiology
College of Education
EDU 413 – Elementary Physical Education and Health Methods
EDU 682 – PE & Health Methods I
EDU 683 – PE & Health Methods II