At UCO, she coordinates the Healthy Life Skills courses and the newly established Institute for Coordinated School Health. In addition to her passion for teaching, she has recently developed a strong interest in research opportunities, including the importance of reflection in both transformative learning and service learning. Dr Franz has co-authored several grants, each one geared toward building collaborations between UCO and community partners that establish an environment for transformative learning. She offers enthusiasm and passion for educating others about the benefits of physical activity and is committed to modeling a healthy and active lifestyle. Dr Franz can be contacted at: [email protected]