Jonathan Houck

Dr. Jonathan Houck is an Assistant Professor in the College of Science and Humanities at Husson University. He holds a B.S. in Athletic Training from Liberty University, an M.S. in Exercise Science (Human Performance concentration) from Liberty University, and a Ph.D. in Physical Education, Sports and Exercise Science from the University of New Mexico. His research focuses on environmental exercise physiology, occupational physiology, and sports science, particularly exploring the effects of exercise in extreme conditions. Dr. Houck is a certified athletic trainer (ATC) and has experience conducting fitness training and performance testing with ROTC cadets, firefighter cadets, and NCAA Division I athletic teams. He emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and community outreach in his teaching philosophy, advocating for lifelong learning and fitness. Outside academia, he enjoys ultramarathon running, foraging, soccer, and tabletop roleplaying games.