Research & Education

Radiant Rose Wellness & Education has roots in Western and Eastern Sciences. While approaching either side of these health philosophies, it is crucial to question what we believe to be known as truth. By asking, “Does any other possibility exist besides what I am believing to be true right now?”, we explore possibilities that we may have been blind to previously.

Research & Professional Publications

Northern Michigan University

Masters of Science in Exercise Science

Principle Investigator

Thesis: “Three Speeds of Yoga and the Effects on Salivary Cortisol Levels in Female Nursing Students”

Montana State University

Independent Research

Principle Investigator

Research Project Title - “Characterizing the Physiological Demands & Serum Cortisol Levels of Thru-Hiking the Continental Divide Trail”

Publication Submitted & Pending as of 2024

Presentations & Conferences

American Massage Therapy Association - Montana Chapter

Conference Presenter & Continuing Education Provider - 2022

406 Yoga Conference

Conference Presenter & Continuing Education Provider - 2021

Masters Seminar Presentation

Northern Michigan University Masters of Science Seminar Presentation

“What kind of yoga helps to reduce the stress hormone, cortisol, the most?” - Presentation Link: 2017

Academic Instruction & Higher Education Leadership

Sacred Roots Massage School of Montana | Sacred Touch Online Massage Therapy School

Course Development + Hybrid Lecturer & Educational Facilitator since 2019

Anatomy & Kinesiology Lecturer since 2019

School Website

Montana State University

Guest Presenter for Foundations of Exercise Science Course - 2021, 2022, 2023

Northern Michigan University

Guest Presenter for Fitness Leadership Course - 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018

Adjunct Professor for Health & Human Performance Department - Summer 2015 & 2017