March 2022 Faculty Spotlight

March 18, 2022
Dr. Phillip Waite
Dr. Phillip Waite

Dr. Phillip Waite is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Science.

His education includes Utah State University, B.S. in Health Promotion & Education (1995), Utah State University, M.S. in Health Education specialization in the Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Major (1997), University of Utah, Ph.D. Community Health Emphasis Health Education Specialist (1995). Dr. Waite was appointed at Utah State University in 1999.

He has taught several courses for our program including:

  • HEP 2000 First Aid and Emergency Care
  • HEP 3600 Introduction to Community Health
  • HEP 3900 Social Marketing in Health Education
  • HEP 4250 Advanced Cooperative Work Experience
  • HEP 4600 Field Work in Health Education
  • HEP 6000 Evaluating Health Promotion Programs
  • HEP 6600 Field Work in Health Education
  • HEP 6800 Seminar in Health Behavior

Dr. Waite’s select professional experiences and honors include:

  • HEP BS program coordinator, KHS Department (2009-Current)
  • Outstanding Deditation to the Profession, Health Education Association of Utah (2006).
  • Assistant Professor, Department of Health and Nutrition Science, Idaho State University (August 2001 - July 2003)
  • Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES)
  • First Aid Instructor & Instructor Traing (FAIT)
  • Automated Data Telecommunications Center Staff Member/Supervisor, United States Army, Miesau Army Depot, Germany (January 1986 - January 1989)