Jonelle Hook

Jonelle Hook serves as a Faculty Instructor at the University of South Dakota, based in the Center for Health Education at University Health Services (UHS). With two decades of clinical experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Long-Term Care and Out-patient facilities, she integrates practical healthcare expertise into her educational role for future medical professionals.

Her academic credentials include:

• MA in Adult and Higher Education from the University of South Dakota (2013)
• Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapist Assistant from Linn State Technical College (1998)
• BS in Physical Education from the University of Iowa (1984)

Hook's teaching philosophy centers on healthcare education, leveraging her clinical background to develop future practitioners through adult learning methodologies. She emphasizes real-world application in preparing students for healthcare careers.

Professional recognition includes:

• Course Design Fellowship from the Center for Teaching and Learning (2018)
• James Flevares Memorial Scholarship (2013)

No information is available regarding student advising, research grants, or laboratory affiliations.