Deb Risisky

Deb Risisky is a Professor in the Public Health department at Southern Connecticut State University. She teaches courses in program evaluation, health promotion, adolescent health, reproductive health, and freshman inquiry topics.

• Specializes in sexual violence prevention, youth violence prevention, and maternal/child health
• Collaborates with parks & recreation departments on youth health initiatives
• Recent research focuses on student athlete transitions and pandemic-era campus safety

Her publications span from 2024 to 1997, covering violence prevention, maternal-infant health, and program evaluation. Recent grants include studies on student athletes' academic success and inclusive recreation for individuals with disabilities. She has presented at conferences including SOPHE and the Connecticut Recreation and Parks Association, addressing topics like domestic violence healthcare responses and sexual violence research methods.