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Academics: School of Arts & Sciences

Dr. Kirk E. Peterson Associate Provost Associate Professor of Sports Studies and Physical Education Chairman of the Department of Sports Studies and Physical Education

“I feel extremely blessed to be at Chowan University and have the opportunity to teach in the Department of Sport Studies and Physical Education. I believe I can speak for the SSPE faculty in that we truly enjoy working with our students as they develop personally and as young professionals. While the faculty takes pride in providing a challenging curriculum, we also appreciate our small class sizes and personal approach in delivering instruction in a dedicated and caring manner.”

Education:
Kirk E. Peterson received his B.S. degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin at La Crosse. He received his Masters of Science in Sports Psychology, his Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling and his Doctorate in Sports Psychology from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. Kirk E. Peterson came to work at Chowan in 2004.

Courses Taught:
- Lifeguard Training and Instructing
- Swimming and Water Safety Instructor
- First Aid and CPR
- Motor Learning/Control/Development
- Psychological and Sociological Dynamics of Sport
- Issues in Alcohol and Drugs

 

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Dan Surface Associate Professor of Sports Studies and Physical Education

“Preparing students for a lifetime of wellness and fitness.”

Education:
Dan Surface received his B.A. degree in Health and Physical Education from Guilford College. He received his Masters of Science in Physical Education from the University of Tennessee. He did additional graduate study at UNC-Greensboro, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Azusa Pacific College, and East Carolina University. Dan Surface came to work at Chowan in 1970.

Courses Taught:
- Health
- Community Health
- Individual and Dual Sports I
- Individual and Dual Sports II
- Activity Courses

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Missy Hernandez Assistant Professor of Sports Studies and Physical Education Coordinator of Physical Education Teacher Education

“The small class sizes and individual attention that students receive at Chowan makes it a great place for personal growth and development.”

Education:
Missy Hernandez received her B.S. degree in Physical Education from Coker College. She received her Masters of Science in Sport Administration from Florida State University. She is currently enrolled at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale-Davie, Florida, to receive her Education Doctorate in Higher Education. Missy Hernandez came to work at Chowan in 2006.

Courses Taught:
- Foundations of Physical Education
- Methods of Teaching Team Sports
- Administration of Physical Education and Sport
- Principles of Sport Management
- Methods of Teaching Adapted Physical Education