Wellness Center Staff
John M. Batacan, EdS, MHE, CHES - Director/Clinical Instructor
John serves as the Wellness Center director and a clinical instructor for the Department of Health and Nutrition Sciences. Originally from Washington state, he is a graduate of the University of Puget Sound (Tacoma, WA), Idaho State University, and the University of Idaho. Areas of interest include worksite health promotion, fitness/wellness, and alcohol abuse prevention.
Tracie Chandler, MHE - Office Specialist II
Tracie is the person who greets you when you stop by the Wellness Center office and/or when you call us. Her roles include scheduling of appointments, payroll, and many other important tasks that help the Wellness Center run efficiently. She also provides support for ISU's outstanding Dietetics Program. Tracie graduated from ISU with a degree in speech communication and a masters degree in health education.
James Dalley, MSPE - Fitness Assessment Lab Coordinator
Jim has coordinated the Wellness Center fitness lab for many years. We're excited to have Jim share his knowledge and expertise in fitness and exercise with the ISU community. A graduate from Brigham Young University, Jim also works with the Bannock County Sheriff Department.
Ben Christensen - Graduate Teaching Assistant
Information coming soon
Lisa Salazar - Graduate Teaching Assistant
Information coming soon