Category: Health and Wellness Spotlights

Every day, people across communities are dedicating their time and passion to help others live healthier, more active, and fulfilling lives. Whether through professional achievements, volunteer efforts, or personal commitment, these individuals are making a lasting impact.

Health and Wellness Spotlights is an ongoing series that highlights those leading the way in promoting wellness, recreation, sport, and healthy living. From industry professionals to everyday champions, we’re proud to share their stories and celebrate their contributions.

  • Mary Patay

    Name | Years at Miami | City, State  Mary Patay, Ph.D., CPRE | 1988-1992 | Mackinac Island, MI Job Title | Current Employer Recreation Director | City of Mackinac Island Education 1992, BA, Psychology Learn About Mary As the recreation director for the City of Mackinac Island and varsity soccer, basketball and golf coach I…

  • Jessie Bayer

    Name | Years at Miami | City, State  Jessie Bayer | 2013-2019 | Cincinnati, OH Job Title | Current Employer Training & Development Associate | Medpace Education 2017 – Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology & Health (Major: Kinesiology, Minor: Leadership & Management) 2019 – Master of Science in Kinesiology & Health (Concentration: Sport Leadership) Learn…

  • Sharon (Lowenstein) Custer

    Name | Years at Miami | City, State  Sharon (Lowenstein) Custer | 1994-1997 | Fairfield Township, OH Job Title | Current Employer Senior Director of Analytics, Strategy, and Operations | Miami University Education 1997, BA, Sociology & Political Science (Miami) 2019, Ph.D. Educational Leadership (Miami) 1999, Master of Social Work, University of Cincinnati

  • David Belka

    Name | Years at Miami | City, State  David Belka | 1975-1999 | Oxford, OH Job Title | Current Employer Retired Education 1963 Slippery Rock College Health and Physical Education 1965 Toledo University Physical Education 1975 Toledo University Motor Development and Learning Curriculum and Instruction (Minor) Learn About David Awards / Recognitions / Personal or…

  • Tracie Mackey

    Name | Years at Miami | City, State  Tracie Mackey | 1991-1995 | Atlanta, GA Job Title | Current Employer Senior Field Leader | SweatHouz Education 1995 Exercise Science. Learn About Tracie Awards / Recognitions / Personal or Career Accomplishments I have received lots of awards and recognition over the years, but none are as…