Our Team

Jaclyn Maher, PH.D.

Director
jpmaher@uncg.edu

Dr. Jaclyn Maher is an Associate Professor of Kinesiology and the new Director of the Center for Women’s Health and Wellness. Since joining UNCG in 2017, Dr. Maher has advanced research on physical activity and sedentary behavior using innovative, technology-based approaches to promote health in daily life. A longtime supporter of the Center, she previously served as faculty fellow and co-director of the Physical Activity and Lifetime Wellness Lab. Her work has received national recognition, including multiple research and mentorship awards, and she has authored over 70 peer-reviewed publications. As Director, Dr. Maher is committed to fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, training the next generation of researchers and practitioners, and expanding community-based initiatives like Active Girls – Healthy Girls to improve the health and well-being of women and girls across the lifespan.

Maslyn Behler, M.S.

Staff
mhbehler@uncg.edu

Maslyn Behler, M.S, is a recent graduate of UNCG’s Sport and Exercise Psychology master’s program and now serves as a staff member with the Center for Women’s Health and Wellness. After two years as a graduate assistant, Maslyn continues to support the Center’s mission by leading programs that promote confidence, connection, and lifelong physical activity among girls in the Greensboro community. She is passionate about helping individuals discover their strength and potential through movement. With a background in competitive athletics and a strong desire to give back, Maslyn now applies her skills as a personal trainer and assistant coach in rugby and soccer—committed to making wellness accessible, empowering, and fun for all.

Evie hullopeter, B.S.

Graduate Assistant
ejhullopete@uncg.edu

Evie Hullopeter is a first-year master’s student in Sport and Exercise Psychology at UNCG and a graduate assistant with the Center for Women’s Health and Wellness. She is a recent graduate of Bemidji State University where she earned a B.S. in Psychology. Her research interests include body image in athletes and the external and internal factors that influence athletes’ body image. 

Chris Wing, M.S.

Graduate Assistant
cmwing@uncg.edu

Chris earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in kinesiology from Appalachian State University following a successful career in professional coaching and business ownership. With 25 years of experience in program development and movement coaching in whitewater sports, he has worked with Olympic-affiliated federations and athletes, while also dedicating much of his passion to youth beginner programs.

Now a Ph.D. student in Kinesiology with a concentration in Sport and Exercise Psychology, Chris is focusing on helping individuals and organizations understand the motivations that sustain lifelong physical activity. His work emphasizes integrating reflective and preventative uses of technology into both recreational exercise and vocational activity. Chris’ opportunity to work alongside others at the Center for Women’s Health and Wellness serves interest in creating and expanding opportunities for girls to participate in physical activity, helping to foster confidence, resilience, and lifelong engagement in movement.

Sarah Posidis-kowalski, B.A.

Graduate Assistant
SIPOSIDISKO@uncg.edu

Sarah earned her Honours B.A. from York University, where she completed a double major in Psychology and Health Studies. Originally from Newmarket, Ontario, she is currently a second-year master’s student in Sport and Exercise Psychology at UNCG. 

Her research focuses on sport injury recovery and the use of psychological techniques, such as imagery, graded exposure, and mindfulness, to enhance key psychological resources including confidence, self-efficacy, and self-compassion. Through this work, she aims to reduce fear of reinjury and support athletes in achieving a confident, positive return to sport. While her current research involves broader athletic populations, she hopes to expand her work to the elite youth sport setting. 

Before beginning her graduate studies, Sarah was a Canadian national-level gymnast and later coached competitive gymnastics. She also worked extensively with youth and individuals with special needs, experiences that continue to shape her passion for sport and physical activity. Since joining the CWHW this summer, Sarah has played a key role in the Active Girls – Healthy Girls initiative. She is passionate about youth sport promotion and exploring how sport participation contributes to health, well-being, and positive life experiences.

Jennifer Toller Erausquin, Ph.D., MPH

Faculty Fellow

jterausq@uncg.edu

Jennifer Toller Erausquin, PhD, MPH, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Public Health Education at UNC Greensboro. She is a social epidemiologist whose work focuses on how social, biological, and behavioral factors shape sexual and reproductive health—especially HIV prevention and care for women. Her research explores the ways stigma, structural inequities, and life context influence health, with the goal of informing interventions that are both evidence-based and community-grounded.

As a 2026 Faculty Fellow with the Center for Women’s Health and Wellness, Dr. Erausquin is examining how physical activity relates to HIV care engagement among women living with HIV. Her multi-method project aims to inform a pilot intervention that is feasible, acceptable, and informed by women’s lived experiences.

Dr. Erausquin has contributed to more than 50 peer-reviewed publications and has led or collaborated on research projects in the U.S. and globally, including work supported by the National Institute of Mental Health and partnerships with the World Health Organization. Across her work, she is committed to addressing health inequities through rigorous methods, cross-sector collaboration, and research that supports women’s health and wellness across the life course

Andrea A. Lewis, Ph.D., MSPA, MPH, PA-C

Faculty Fellow

aalewis3@uncg.edu

Andrea A. Lewis, PhD, MSPA, MPH, PA-C is an Academic Professional Assistant Professor in the Department of Public Health Education at the University of North Carolina Greensboro and a practicing Physician Assistant specializing in sexual and reproductive health. Her clinical and research work centers on health equity, STI/HIV prevention, and the lived experiences of Black women navigating healthcare systems.

As a Faculty Fellow with the Center for Women’s Health and Wellness, Dr. Lewis will lead Embodied Knowledge, a project integrating reproductive health education into UNCG’s Active Girls Healthy Girls (AGHG) Initiative. This work addresses the often-overlooked ways menstruation and reproductive health concerns influence adolescent girls’ participation in sports and physical activity.

In addition to her research, Dr. Lewis is deeply engaged in student mentorship and community partnership. She advises and teaches undergraduate and graduate students across public health and pre-health pathways, helping to cultivate the next generation of equity-minded health professionals. Her work reflects a sustained commitment to advancing women’s health, expanding representation in the health workforce, and strengthening community-engaged approaches to wellness.health and wellness across the life course

Akaysia delaney

Public Health Intern
ajdelaney@uncg.edu

Akaysia Delaney is a Master of Public Health student at UNC Greensboro and a graduate assistant with the Center for Women’s Health and Wellness. She supports initiatives that advance women’s health, health promotion, and community well-being, including Active Girls Healthy Girls, helping create opportunities that empower girls and foster healthier communities through physical activity and wellness.

Camryn Lineberger

Public Health Intern
camryn.lineberger@greensboro.edu

I am a senior at Greensboro College majoring in Public Health and a member of the Greensboro College volleyball team. I am very passionate about health and wellness, especially promoting healthy lifestyles. Outside of academics and volleyball, I enjoy spending time with my friends and working out! 

Amber edwards

Human Health Science Intern
agedwards2@uncg.edu

Amber Edwards is an undergraduate student at UNCG majoring in Human Health Sciences with a concentration in Health Professions. She is passionate about women’s health, patient advocacy, and creating supportive healthcare spaces. Currently, she is working towards deepening her clinical knowledge and strengthening the skills she’ll carry into her future career as a healthcare provider. She enjoys connecting with others and contributing to meaningful work in her community. 

Jade Mueller

Public Health Education Intern
JAMUELLER@uncg.edu

Hi! My name is Jade, and I’m a senior majoring in public health education here at UNC Greensboro with a passion for health education, community wellness, and helping others. I’m also involved in Alpha Chi Omega, where I’ve had the opportunity to take on leadership roles and build meaningful connections with others. I’m passionate about creating positive experiences, supporting my community, and continuing to grow both personally and professionally!

Sydney Kain

Human Nutrition and Dietetics Intern
S_KAIN@uncg.edu

Sydney Kain is a third-year Human Nutrition and Dietetics student from Cary, North Carolina. She has an interest in the relationship between nutritional status and reproductive health and is excited to work at the Center for Women’s Health and Wellness to better understand women’s health overall. In addition to her academic pursuits, she works at the UNCG Kaplan Center as a Fitness Assistant and enjoys weightlifting and running in her free time. After graduation, she plans to work in community health education and potentially earn a graduate or doctoral degree in public health.

Taylor carroll

Kinesiology Intern
TRCARROLL@uncg.edu

Taylor is a senior Kinesiology major at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a concentration in Sports Medicine and Movement Science and a minor in Psychology. As a Williams Scholar with the Center for Women’s Health and Wellness, she supports research and community-engaged initiatives focused on improving the health and well-being of women and girls. Taylor’s interests include physical therapy, pelvic and women’s health, injury prevention, and the role of movement and exercise in promoting health across the lifespan. She is particularly passionate about increasing access to quality healthcare for underserved and rural communities. Outside of academics, Taylor enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, and prioritizing wellness through self-care and an active lifestyle.

Laurie Gold, Ph.D.

Safrit-Ennis Distinguished Professor, Department of Kinesiology
l_widema@uncg.edu

The overarching focus of Laurie’s research is the impact of exercise, disease and injury on the endocrine system. She is most recently the principal investigator on the large NIH-funded project “Pathways from childhood self-regulation to cardiovascular risk in adolescence,” also known as RIGHT Track Health. She collaborates on multiple interdisciplinary NIH grant submissions and regularly mentors junior scholars on research and career development grants.

Sandra E. Echeverría, Ph.D., M.P.H.

Associate Professor, Department of Public Health Education
seecheve@uncg.edu

As a social epidemiologist, Sandra‘s research examines how built environment, immigrant, and socioeconomic determinants influence cardiovascular health, particularly in Latinx communities. She has a specific interest in understanding how the social environment reinforces health behaviors such as physical activity.

Stefanie Milroy, M.Ph., CHES, CHC

Director, HealthyUNCG
slsmith5@uncg.edu

Stefanie is a graduate of UNCG where she received both her Bachelor of Science in Community Health Education (’04) and her Master of Public Health (’06). She is a Certified Health Education Specialist and certified health and wellness coach. As Director of HealthyUNCG, she supports UNCG employees in achieving the wellness they desire by providing wellness programs and opportunities for UNCG employees. Stefanie also serves as a member of UNCG’s Workplace Health Network and faculty in Public Health Education’s Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Workplace Wellness.

Lenka Shriver, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Department of Nutrition
Faculty Affiliate, Center for Athlete Well-Being
lhshrive@uncg.edu

Lenka’s research is concentrated in the area of child and adolescent nutrition, obesity, and sports nutrition. Her work in the area of sports nutrition is primarily focused on examining dietary intake, eating habits/attitudes, and body composition changes among high school and college athletes, with a particular focus on female athletes. She has delivered numerous nutrition education presentations and workshops to college, high school, as well as amateur athletic teams.