Angela Baldwin Smith

Angela Baldwin Smith is an Associate Professor of Kinesiology at Berry College since 2007. She holds an Ed.D. in Exercise Science from the University of Georgia (1999) with a focus on Muscle Biology. Her research emphasizes physical activity's role in aging populations, neuromuscular physiology, and campus health promotion. She has taught at institutions including Kennesaw State University and the University of Wyoming, where she received the Distinguished Scholarship Award for metabolic adaptation research.

Education:

• Ed.D., Exercise Science (Muscle Physiology), University of Georgia (1999)
• M.Ed., Exercise Science (Adult Fitness & Cardiac Rehabilitation), University of Georgia (1995)
• B.S.A., Biological Science, University of Georgia (1992)

Research Focus: Dr. Smith investigates how physical activity impacts aging populations' muscle and metabolic systems, with recent work on health behavior interventions in college settings. Her studies address both physiological mechanisms and behavioral strategies to improve health outcomes in diverse age groups.

Awards:

• Distinguished Scholarship Award (Kennesaw State University)

Teaching & Advising: Teaches courses in Exercise Physiology, Training Performance, and Exercise Prescription. Advised students including B. Anderson and M. Briggs on fitness program assessments. Active in promoting health behavior research through collaborative studies on tobacco use and physical activity.

Labs & Teams: Engaged in interdisciplinary research teams focusing on public health interventions and aging populations. Collaborates with institutions like the University of Wyoming and Jacksonville State University on muscle adaptation studies.