Julie Hollenbeck, M.Ed., R.T.(T)

Julie Hollenbeck is the Program Director for the Radiation Therapy Program as well as a lecturer. She earned a B.S. in Secondary Education at Western Michigan University, a B.S. in Radiologic and Imaging Sciences at Grand Valley State University and an M.Ed in Adult and Higher Education from Grand Valley State University. She is also a registered radiation therapist through the American Registry of Radiological Technologists.

Research Interests

• Educational methodologies regarding mindfulness in the learning environment
• Identifying and understanding student qualities in different educational environments that lead to success
• Radiation therapy education that creates best practices and critical thinking in the profession

Clinical Interests

• Studying new technologies and best practices in radiation oncology
• Creating safe learning spaces for students in a clinical environment

Teaching Interests

• Science and biology behind radiation therapy
• Creating a learning environment that allows for high level learning
• Incorporating self-regulating techniques throughout the Radiation Therapy program

Community/Engagement

• Working with community clinical partners to help cancer patients and families in need