Dr. Jennifer Janousek
Professor of Health and Human Performance, Master of Public Health Program Director
402-643-7205 Jennifer.Janousek@cune.eduWalz 109B
Dr. Jen Janousek has served at Concordia University, Nebraska since 2001, where she is a professor in the Health and Human Performance Department and currently directs the Master of Public Health program. She finds great joy in teaching global health courses and leading students on international mission trips to Guatemala and Haiti, helping them see how public health knowledge can be used to serve others in Christ's name.
Dr. Janousek is a Certified Health Education Specialist and an active member of the American Public Health Association (APHA), Public Health Association of Nebraska (PHAN) and Society of Public Health Education (SOPHE). Her dissertation research focused on HPV vaccine acceptance among college women, and she continues to advocate for preventative health education locally and globally.
Dr. Janousek recently contributed to Faith at Work (Concordia Publishing House, 2024) with her chapter “Serving God in Public Health Professions.” In 2025, she was installed as a Commissioned Minister of Religion in the LCMS, reflecting her commitment to integrating faith and vocation in all areas of life and teaching.
Outside of work, Jen and her husband, Tim, stay busy with their four children. She also leads mission trips to Guatemala through her church, The Rock Lutheran Church, and enjoys serving in various ministries while supporting students as they discover their calling to serve God and others through public health.
“I gain more from being here than I would ever be able to give back.”
Dr. Jennifer Janousek
Dr. Jennifer Janousek's Academic Programs
Undergraduate
Exercise Science
The exercise science program at Concordia University, Nebraska offers you the opportunity to advance your knowledge, skills and abilities while staying current with innovative research by utilizing state-of-the-art human performance laboratory equipment. Here, you will learn how to apply the gifts God has given you to enhance the spiritual, physical, intellectual, emotional and social wellbeing of others.
Pre-Athletic Training
Concordia University, Nebraska’s pre-athletic training program will prepare you to attend graduate school to continue your education in athletic training. Through traditional coursework and hands-on experiential training, you will gain not only the pre-requisites required to apply to the graduate school of your choice, but also develop a variety of skills that will be necessary in clinical practice as a certified athletic trainer practicing in the field of sports medicine.
Pre-Chiropractic
While studying pre-chiropractic at Concordia University, Nebraska, you will participate in service-learning opportunities on campus and in the local community, working with Special Olympics athletes, interning at various health facilities and collaborating with local high schools to promote physical education and an active, healthy lifestyle.
Pre-Physical Therapy
In Concordia University, Nebraska’s pre-physical therapy program, you will take courses in biology, chemistry and physics as well as critical thinking, analytical reasoning and communication skills to give you the sturdy foundation you need to successfully continue your education in physical therapy.
Public Health and Fitness
A degree in public health and fitness from Concordia University, Nebraska prepares you to develop and advocate for effective health programs, where you can implement policies that enhance the health of individuals, groups and communities.
Recreation and Sport Studies
At Concordia University, Nebraska, the recreation and sport studies major is designed to give you an experiential education. Take classes in orienteering, adventure activities and alpine skiing, among others. Learn about planning and management of PE courses, recreational activities, sports and facility management.
Graduate
Public Health
The master’s in public health online program from Concordia University, Nebraska equips you with the skills to promote and protect the health of individuals and communities. Taught by diverse faculty who are experts in the field, our program explores the development, implementation and assessment of the health strategies used for education, health promotion and disease prevention.