Michael Smith

Michael Smith Jr is a Special Programs Coordinator for Youth Aware of Mental Health program at UTHealth Houston. He holds a bachelor’s of science in Kinesiology with a concentration in health from Sam Houston State University. He is currently enrolled at Lamar University in pursuit of a master’s degree in public health. He previously worked at Palestine Independent School District as a coach and a Career Technology Educator. He has over 4 years of teaching and coaching experience while working with children from all ages. He hopes to become a project manager in the future, while continuing to teach health education and provide mentorship to young men.