Kristin Barker, M.S.
Kristin Barker, M.S.
Kristin Barker is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Purdue University Fort Wayne with a professional background spanning direct service, program development, advocacy, and leadership. Her experience includes supporting older adults with employment, developing programs for adolescents, working alongside individuals with disabilities, and leading an early childhood education program.
In addition to her teaching, Kristin serves as an advocate for employees at a wellness center, where she contributes to policy development and leadership growth. Her work centers on practical support and helping people and systems function with greater care and intention.
- HSRV 16900, Introduction to Wellness and Stress Management
- HSRV 20000, Behavioral Therapies
- HSRV 32000, Case Methods
- HSRV 35000, Drugs and Society
- HSRV 41900, Advanced Intervention Strategies
- HSRV 42000, Substance Abuse Prevention
- Barker, K. & Curry, M. (2026). Connection and belonging: A practical workshop on belonging, without making connection feel forced. Invited presentation at Purdue University Fort Wayne, Fort Wayne, IN.
- Barker, K. (2025). Choice and connection: Enhancing student engaging with the power of relationships. Presentation at CELT Teaching Conference. Fort Wayne, IN.
- Barker, K. (2025). What’s wellness? Thriving 101. Invited presentation to first-year undergraduate students. Fort Wayne, IN.
- Barker, K. (2024) Change your organizational behaviors, meet your goals. Invited presentation at JAM Center. Garrett, IN.
- Essig R., Stoller, K., Barker, K., Overdahl, C., & Tonner, T. (2024). Giving the students what they need: Incorporating AI education into our classrooms. Presentation at the Alliance Teaching Showcase. Fort Wayne, IN.
- Barker, K. (2024). Professional behaviors and the workplace. Invited presentation at JAM Center. Garrett, IN.
- Essig R., Stoller, K., Barker, K., Overdahl, C., & Tonner, T. (2024). AI is here, so now what? A data-driven discussion on helping students navigate school and their future careers in the world with AI. Presentation at CELT Teaching Conference. Fort Wayne, IN.
- Curry, M. & Barker, K. (2023) Self-care across the curriculum. Presentation at the National Organization for Human Services Conference. Alexandria, VA.