Dr. Koehle's research program combines exercise and environmental physiology from basic mechanistic research to more clinical field studies in remote environments. He is interested in examining the underlying mechanisms of environmental illnesses such as altitude, heat and decompression illness...
Learning is an active process, one that must engage students on several different levels. Part of my role as an instructor is to design a curriculum that challenges the students and promotes dialogue on the concepts and principles inherent to the science of human movement. I also try to encourage students to openly share their opinions, questions and concerns. I take these comments very seriously as I believe that students and teachers must work together to create an optimal learning environment. I like the fact that each student brings a unique perspective to the classroom and can raise interesting questions about a subject that has not yet been considered.
