Daniel R. Czech, Ph.D.

Dean of College of Health Sciences

Education

  • Ph.D. Performance Psychology, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
  • M.S. Behavioral Kinesiology, Georgia Southern University
  • B.S. Psychology, Denison University

Research & Academic Interests

  • Understanding post pandemic health behavior change strategies
  • Enhancing psychological skills training in performance settings
  • Understanding emotional intelligence in the workplace
  • Applying positive psychology interventions in leadership

Publications

  • He has published over 94 peer reviewed manuscripts, 4 books, 9 books chapters and has given over 145 peer reviewed presentations around the World.
  • Biber, D. D., Czech, D. R., Donald, E., Hassett, A., & Tucker, A. (2022). The relationship between sleep duration, BMI and optimism levels in generation Z students. Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies in Education, 11(1), 92-101.
  • Biber, D., Czech, D.R. (2020). Psychology of Positive Emotions. Indianapolis, IN: Perceivant Publishing.
  • Czech, D. R., Parrillo, A. V., Melton, B. (2008). Health Behavior change: A lifestyle change. In The McGraw Hill Companies, Inc. (Ed.), New York, NY.
  • Czech, D.R. (2007). Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology. Online Student Book Companion. Champaign, Il: Human Kinetics.
  • Czech, D.R, Wrisberg, C.A., & Fisher, L.A. (2004). The experience of Christian prayer in sport – An existential phenomenological investigation. Journal of Psychology and Christianity, 1, 23, 3- 11.

Awards & Accolades

  • During his time in the academy, Daniel has been awarded the College researcher of the year award, first year professor of the year award, and has given keynote addresses to numerous institutions.