Dr. Sandy Bargainnier is a Full Professor in the Department of Health Promotion and Wellness in SUNY Oswego's College of Education, Health, and Human Services. With a diverse career spanning academic, administrative, and community-focused roles, she served as Department Chair from 2013-2019, and is the Program Coordinator for Integrative Professional Studies (IPS) from 2022-2026., IPS is an innovative online degree program within the College of Liberal Arts, Sciences, and Engineering that addresses the dynamic needs of adult learners in the modern workforce.
Advocacy is at the core of Bargainnier’s work, particularly in supporting refugee communities. Drawing from her extensive experience in higher education, mentorship, legal aid, and community engagement, she has contributed significantly to the well-being of New Americans in Syracuse, NY. Her expertise in refugee wellness is demonstrated through her advocacy efforts, scholarly work, teaching, and community service, further enhanced by completing the United States Department of Justice Immigration Law training.
Her career journey is built on a strong foundation in health and physical education, shaped by over 20 years as a professional preparation teacher educator. She proudly held the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) credential for 33 years and was a Nationally Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach for six years. Earlier in her career, she was a certified and licensed Athletic Trainer, further enriching her expertise in promoting health and wellness across diverse populations.
Service is central to Dr. Bargainnier’s professional and personal ethos. From volunteering with a refugee resettlement agency to serving on various boards, she is deeply committed to making a positive impact within and beyond academia.
Honors and Awards:
SUNY Online Teaching Ambassador 2022
President's Award for Excellence in Faculty Service, 2021
President's Award for Excellence in Academic Advisement, 2017
Education:
Ed.D., Curriculum and Teaching: Human Movement/Health, Boston University
MS, Exercise Science/Physical Education, University of Rhode Island
BS, K-12 Health and Physical Education and Athletic Training, Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania
Teaching:
- HON 301 In Search of Meaning: What it Means to be a Refugee in Central New York
- HSC 333 Human Response to Stress
- HSC 361 Financial Wellness
- HSC 386 Wellness for Contemporary Living
- HSC 387 Refugee Wellness
- HSC 390 COVID- 19: Quarantine is a Privilege
- HSC 390 Wellness in Italy
- HSC 510 Mind Body Wellness
- IPS 320 Introduction to Integrative Professional Studies: Issues and Concepts
- IPS 420 Integrative Professional Studies: Capstone