Professor
Associate Dean
Education
- Ph.D. Parks, Recreation and Tourism – Recreation Therapy; University of Utah, 2001
- M.S. Clinical Psychology; Emporia State University, 1996
- B.S. Psychology; Emporia State University, 1994
Courses Taught
- Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation
- Adapted PE
- Assessment and Diagnostics in Therapeutic Recreation
- Therapeutic Recreation Program Design
- Leisure in Society
- Social and Psychological Aspects of Leisure
- Research Methods in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation.
- Senior Seminar
Academic Interests
Scholarly Activity
Below are the scholarly activities is from the most recent ten years. View curriculum vitae for full list.
Books and Book Chapters
- Long, T. D., & Robertson, T. (Eds.). (2020). Foundations of therapeutic recreation (2nd ed.). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
- Markum-Starr, S., & Long, T. D. (2019). Public recreation. In M. Wells & T. Tapps Introduction to Recreation & Leisure (3rd ed.). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
- Long, T. D., (2015). Disability Rights, education and advocacy. In H. Porter (Ed.)., Recreation therapy basics, techniques, and interventions (pp. 245-259). Edumclaw, WA: Idyll arbor.
Published Teaching Resources
- Long, T. D. (2020). On-line test bank, slide presentations, student resource guide, and instructors guide : Foundations of therapeutic recreation (2nd ed). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
Refereed Publication
- Nagata, S., Long. T. D., Sato, T., Tankel, T., Futura, Y., & Tumora, T. (2023). Challenges to experience enjoyment among individuals with serious mental illness. American Journal of Recreation Therapy.
- Dorrel, B. S., Long, T. D., Shaffer, S., & Myer, G. D. (2018). The Functional Movement Screen as a Predictor of Injury in NCAA Division II Athletes. Journal of Athletic Training, 53(1), 000-000. DOI: 10.4085/1062-6050-528-15.
- Tapps, T., Long, T.D., & Baghurst, T. (2018). The impact of a service-learning program on recreational therapy student preference for working with older adults. Schole. 32(2). 135-145.
- Nagata, S., & Long, T. D., Symonds, M., & Robertson, T. (2017). Psychological impact of wheelchair rugby and cross cultural differences between Japanese and American players. Palaestra Journal, 31(3), 44-49.
- Nagata, S., & Long, T. D. (2016). Examining validity of the Athletic Identity Measurement Scale in a sample of wheelchair rugby athletes. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 47, 1-00. DOI: 10.7352/IJSP
- Dorrel, B. S., Long, T. D., Shaffer, S., & Myer, G. D. (2015). Evaluation of the Functional Movement Screen as an injury prediction tool among active adult populations: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Sports Health: A Multidisciplinary Approach, 7(6), 532-537.
Presentations
- Long, T. (2015, Nov). Evidence-based practice I: Basic skills for recreation therapists. Presented at the Annual Conference of the Illinois Recreational Therapy Association in Alsip, IL.
- Long, T. (2015, Nov) Evidence-based practice II: A practical workshop for recreation therapy. Presented at the Annual Conference of the Illinois Recreational Therapy Association in Alsip, IL.
- Long, T. (2015, July). Developing and implementing leadership skills in daily work: Implications for professional practice in recreation therapy. American Therapeutic Recreation Association - Invited Webinar Series.
- Nagata, S., Long, T., & Dorrel, B. (2015, April). Building basic skills for evidence based practice. Presented at the 44th Annual Midwest Symposium on Therapeutic Recreation and Adapted Physical Activity in St. Louis, MO.
Grant Applications and Monetary Awards
- MOEXCELS Grant (2022) – $497,084 awarded
Request for State Matching funds for equipment and classroom enhancements in the School of Health Science and Wellness in collaboration with Tye Parsons, Grants Coordinator, Northwest Missouri State University.
- Sunderland Foundation (2021) – $500,000
On behalf of Northwest Missouri State University in collaboration with Mitzi Marchant, VP of University Advancement and John Jasinski, President. Capital Improvement request to support Martindale Hall 3rd Floor Renovation.
Other Professional Experiences
Dr. Long joined the Northwest faculty in 2000 and has become a nationally recognized leader in the field of therapeutic recreation, which is the primary focus of his teaching and scholarship. He has served for 10 years on the Therapeutic Recreation Journal Editorial Board and was appointed Editor from 2008 to 2011. He has been an active member of the Northwest Faculty Senate, serving his second term from 2012-2014, and was Faculty Senate President for the 2014-2015 academic year. In 2016, Dr. Long was appointed director of the School of Health Science and Wellness.
Dr. Long also has been heavily involved in the independent living movement through his work with Midland Empire Resources for Independent Living. His personal interests include snowboarding, spending time in the outdoors with his wife and two children, and concert-going.