Health Science Faculty
You'll have access to faculty across the University for both teaching and mentoring. Faculty within the Samson College of Health Sciences and the Misher College of Arts and Sciences are available to share their professional experiences with you. They will assist you in discovering your own talents and interests so you can choose a rewarding career path.
Karin Richards, MS, ACSM, ACE, AFAA CPT/GFI
Instructor in Exercise Science and Wellness Management
Director, Health Science Program
Director, Exercise Science and Wellness Management Program
k.richar@usciences.edu | 215.596.8693
Mrs. Richards obtained an MS in sport management from Slippery Rock University and is currently pursuing her doctorate in health studies. She is nationally certified by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the American Council on Exercise, (ACE), and the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America, (AFAA) as a Personal Trainer and Group Exercise Instructor; she is also a certified American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor and a YogaFit certified Instructor; she is also a member of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (AAHPERD); Research Consortium; the American Association for Health Education (AAHE); the American Association for Physical Activity and Recreation (AAPAR); and ACSM’s Alliance of Health & Fitness. A former college athlete, Mrs. Richards has professional experience in corporate, community and collegiate fitness, wellness and recreation, and currently trains clients and teaches group exercise classes in various locations in Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey .
Janet DeSipio, MSPAS, PA-C
Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant Studies
Director, Physician Assistant Studies Program
jdesipi@usciences.edu | 215.596.8675
A board-certified Physician Assistant with a master’s degree in PA studies, Ms. DeSipio acts as a didactic and clinical instructor. She practices dermatology in Philadelphia and allows students to shadow her.
Bryan Kim
Coordinator of the Health Science Program
b.kim@usciences.edu
Dr. Kim earned a BA and MS from University of Florida and a PhD from Temple University.
Carol Maritz, EdD, PT, GCS
Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
c.maritz@usciences.edu | 215.596.8683
Dr. Maritz is a board-certified geriatric clinical specialist. She holds a doctoral degree in education from Nova Southeastern University in Florida, a master's degree in gerontology from Saint Joseph's University and a physical therapy certificate from Hahnemann University. She also earned a BS in biology from Glassboro State College (now Rowan University). Dr. Maritz is a member of the geriatric and education sections of the American Physical Therapy Association and sits on the board of directors of ElderNet of Lower Merion and Narberth. She has presented at numerous conferences and has co-authored publications on aging and teaching methodologies.