Campus & Apothecary Shoppe
5005 S. Macadam Ave.
Portland, OR 97239
Campus & Shoppe Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PST
Phone
(800) 487-8839
503-244-0726
Business Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PST
Ralph lives in the resort community of Boone, North Carolina, situated just off the Blue Ridge Parkway at an elevation of 4,000 feet. His path into science and education has been far from conventional. He began his career in the U.S. Navy as a Hospital Corpsman, serving in Field Medical Service and Aerospace Physiology. At the age of 50, inspired by a renewed sense of purpose, he pursued and completed a PhD in Chemistry. Since then, he has continued building on his expertise through graduate degrees and coursework in Genetics, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Nutrition, and Physiology.
What drew Ralph into this field was his experience teaching chemistry and biology to nursing students. Witnessing their curiosity deepen and seeing complex concepts begin to click reminded him of education’s power to transform. It reignited his passion for science and strengthened his commitment to advancing the field through teaching and research.
With more than 40 years of experience, Ralph has taught Biology, Chemistry, Genetics, and Physiology, primarily within Nursing and Public Health programs at institutions including South University, National University, and Southern New Hampshire University. His teaching spans both in-person and online settings, emphasizing real-world application and student-centered learning. Currently, he teaches at seven colleges and universities, constantly evolving his instructional methods to support diverse learners and prepare them for roles in healthcare, research, and related fields.
Ralph brings over four decades of expertise in science education, instructional design, and technical training. His background includes broad experience in STEM education, curriculum development, and e-learning design using tools like Articulate 360 and SCORM. He is a Certified Technical Trainer+, a Microsoft Certified Trainer, and a Systems Engineer, with additional strengths in program management, data analysis, and leadership. His career bridges higher education, healthcare, and IT—combining scientific depth with tech-forward teaching strategies.
One of his proudest achievements is earning a PhD in Math and Science Education from the University of South Carolina. Pursuing this milestone later in life, Ralph demonstrated resilience and a lifelong commitment to learning. The degree expanded his capacity to contribute to science instruction, curriculum innovation, and student mentorship across multiple institutions.
Two additional contributions highlight his dedication to science education: completing a Master of Science in Science Education at Montana State University, where he focused on making complex scientific topics accessible, and conducting extended graduate research in Genomics at the Greenwood Genetic Center in partnership with Lander University. That work sharpened his skills in molecular biology, data analysis, and research—expertise he continues to apply in both classroom instruction and curriculum development.
“What excites me most about working in the integrative health and wellness field is the opportunity to connect scientific understanding with practical, whole-person care. With a background in biochemistry, nutrition, and physiology, I’m passionate about helping others see how the body functions as an interconnected system. It’s incredibly rewarding to translate complex science into meaningful, real-world health insights that empower individuals to make informed choices and improve their overall well-being.”
Places of Study: Montana State; MS in Holistic Nutrition (ACHS in progress); Genomics at Greenwood Genetic Center
Educational Background: Degrees Held: PhD, Math and Science Education – University of South Carolina MA, Natural Science (Interdisciplinary) – University of South Carolina MS, Science Education – Montana State University-Bozeman MA, Apologetics – Columbia International University BA, Humanities – Biola University MS (In Progress), Holistic Nutrition – American College of Healthcare Sciences (Expected 2026) Graduate Coursework: Genomics – Greenwood Genetic Center / Lander University (2005–2022; focused on research, data analysis, and statistics)
5005 S. Macadam Ave.
Portland, OR 97239
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PST
(800) 487-8839
503-244-0726
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. PST