Exercise Science - Faculty and Staff

At Manchester since: 2006
Office: PERC 214C
Education: Ball State University, 2000 (B.S.); Kent State University, 2002 (M.A.); Indiana University, 2018 (Ph.D.)
Graduate Research Area:   Acute Effects of Sound Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (SASTM) on Lower Extremity Flexibility, Isokinetic and Isometric Strength.
Current Research Interests:  Myofascial Techniques
Memberships & Affiliations:   NATA, IATA, GLATA, IAPHERD, ASOP

Education: Manchester University, 2005 (B.S.); Indiana University Fort Wayne, 2013 (M.A.); Taylor University, 2013 (TTT); Ball State University, 2019 (M.A.E)
Graduate Research Area: Curriculum and Assessment Design, Pedagogical Theory, Cross Cultural Psychology
Current Research Interests: Lifestyle Health & Longevity, Sports Psychology, Sports Performance, Hypertrophy and Velocity Training
Memberships and Affiliations: American Baseball Coaches Association, American Council on Exercise

Sydney Tillman earned her Bachelor of Science in 2019 and Master of Nutrition and Dietetics in 2020 from Ball State University. After completing her internship and receiving her RDN credential and licensure, Sydney worked as a consultant dietitian for nursing homes, assisted living facilities, community hospitals and a behavioral health facility. Sydney started working at Manchester University January 2, 2024 as an Assistant Professor of Nutrition in the Exercise Science Department. She is especially interested in foodservice management and diabetic education. In her spare time, Sydney enjoys swimming, kayaking, knitting, crocheting, cooking and taking her dog on walks.

At Manchester: 1984 - 2020
Education: Manchester College, 1976 (B.S.); Boston University, 1979 (M.S.); Indiana University, 1994 (P.E.D.)
Graduate Research Area: Human Anatomy Education
Current Research Interests: Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries, Physical Fitness Levels of College Students
Memberships & Affiliations: National Athletic Trainers' Association