Arlene earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Exercise and Wellness at Arizona State University. She then earned her Master of Arts degree in Health Psychology at Northern Arizona University. Arlene is a proud ASU Alumn and has over 10 years of experience in health research. She is currently a Project Manager of Research in the 24h Behaviors Laboratory under the direction of Dr. Matthew P. Buman within the College of Health Solutions. Arlene oversees the management of multiple National Institutes of Health (NIH) R01 projects.