Rebecca Hamm

Associate Professor

School of Allied Health

NURS 307

318-342-1629

Rebecca G Hamm, EdD
Associate Professor, Radiologic Technology

Education

EdD

2023, Educational Leadership
Louisiana Tech University

MEd

2014, Instructional Technology
University of LA at Monroe

BS

2013, Radiologic Technology
University of LA at Monroe

Biographical Sketch

Dr. Rebecca Hamm is an Associate Professor in the Radiologic Technology program. She has worked here at ULM since 2015 and teaches Radiographic Procedures I and II, Procedures Labs I and II, Patient Care Labs, and an Ethics & Law course. Dr. Hamm previously worked at Baton Rouge General's Hospital based program as well as Saint Francis Medical Center as a Radiologic and Computed Tomography Technologist. She received a Bachelor's of Science in Radiologic Technology from ULM, a Master's of Education in Instructional Technology from ULM, and a Doctorate of Educational Leadership with a concentration in Higher Education Administration. Her dissertation was entitled "Development of Rubric to Measure Radiography Program Assessment Plan Quality." Dr. Hamm has received honors such as the Rising Young Alumni Award from the ULM Alumni Association, Outstanding Faculty Award from ULM's School of Allied Health, Joe Schwartz Memorial Scholarship from the LSRT, attendance at the Student Leadership Development Program and the Leadership Academy from ASRT, and faculty membership from Lambda Nu, the National Honor Society in Radiologic Sciences. Dr. Hamm founded the Rho Alpha Delta Chapter of Lambda Nu here at ULM in 2017, and she also serves as faculty advisor for Rho Alpha Delta. In addition to her work responsibilities here at ULM and other professional work, Dr. Hamm is a wife and mother of four daughters. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, refinishing furniture, painting, fishing, and spending time with her family.

Licensure & Certification

ARRT Computed Tomography Certification, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. (March 2019 - Present)

BLS HCP Instructor's License, AHA. (June 2018 - Present)

Radiography Registration, ARRT. (May 13 2013 - Present)

Radiographer's License, LSRTBE. (May 13 2013 - Present)

Research Interests

Research interests include Assessment & Accreditation, Radiographic/Computed Tomography Procedures, Education Innovation & Technology, and Critical Thinking Skills Development.

Recent Publications

Hamm, R. G., Hebert, D. M., Allen, T., Whitlock, D. (2024). Development of a Rubric to Measure Radiography Programmatic Assessment Plan Quality. Scranton, PA: Radiologic Science & Education - Association of Educators in Imaging and Radiologic Sciences.

Hamm, R. (2024). Good Reads: Case Studies for Advances in Paleoimaging and Other Non-Clinical Applications (pp. 308-309). Albuquerque, NM: Radiologic Technology - American Society of Radiologic Technologists.

Hamm, R. G., Miller, V. (2024). An Online Interprofessional Education Activity: Description and Lessons Learned. Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning (CPTL) Pulse.

Hamm, R. G. Kyphotic Patient Modifications. Albuquerque, NM: ASRT Scanner.

Hamm, R. G. (2023). First Read: "Backscatter". Albuquerque, NM: ASRT Scanner.

Hamm, R. (2023). Assessment Planning: Benefits Beyond Compliance (pp. 449-450). Albuquerque, NM: ASRT Radiologic Technology Journal.

Hamm, R. (2022). Health Literacy (pp. 13). Albuquerque, NM: ASRT Scanner.

Hamm, R. G. Book Review "The Unseen Body". Albuquerque, NM: ASRT Scanner.

Hamm, R. G. (2021). Review of Radioactive – Marie Curie Biopic Film (pp. 11). Albuquerque, NM: ASRT Scanner.

Hamm, R. G. (2021). Turning Point: A Big First Year (pp. 18). Albuquerque, NM: ASRT Scanner.

Hamm, R. G. (2021). Developing An Image: Preparing for the Clinical Setting (pp. 15). Albuquerque, NM: ASRT Scanner.

Hamm, R. G. (2020). "Better Watch Your Back!" (pp. 14). Albuquerque, NM: ASRT Scanner.

Hamm, R. G. (2021). Acute Pancreatitis: Causation, Diagnosis, and Classification Using Computed Tomography (pp. 197CT-217CT). Albuquerque, NM: American Society of Radiologic Technologists - Radiologic Technology Journal.

Hamm, R. (2020). Book Review "Time Distance and Shielding". Albuquerque, NM: ASRT Scanner.

Hamm, R. G. (2020). Coronavirus 2019 Prevention and Control in the Radiology Department (pp. 485-487). Albuquerque, NM: American Society of Radiologic Technologists - Radiologic Technology Journal.

Hamm, R. G. (2020). Improving the Radiography Clinical Environment (pp. 586-590). Albuquerque, NM: American Society of Radiologic Technologists - Radiologic Technology Journal.

Hamm, R. G. (2020). "Patient Care and Positioning Adaptations for the Elderly" (pp. 72-74). Albuquerque, NM: American Society of Radiologic Technologists - Radiologic Technology Journal.

Hamm, R. G., Hamm, R. G. (2020). Book Review "Oops, They're X-Rays! Accidental Scientific Discoveries that Changed the World". Albuquerque, NM: ASRT Scanner.

Hamm, R. G. (2020). Spanish for Radiologic Technologists (pp. 5). Baton Rouge, LA: Focal Spot Monitor.

Hamm, R. G. (2018). Using Calipers and Technique Charts to Reduce Patient Dose. Lake Charles, LA: Focal Spot Monitor.

Research Grants

Hamm, R. (Co-Principal), Allen, A. (Co-Principal), Smith, J. (Co-Principal), Elias, A. (Co-Principal), "Equipment to Enhance Student Learning in Radiologic Technology Laboratory Courses and Interprofessional Education Activities" (Pending Funding Decision), Sponsored By Louisiana Board of Regents, Departmental Enhancement, External to The University of Louisiana at Monroe, $162,200. (October 2023 - Present).

Hamm, R. G. (Principal), "STAP Funding Proposal - Radiography Lab Interactive Panels" (Funded), Sponsored By University of Louisiana Monroe, The University of Louisiana at Monroe, $9,900. (February 2021 - Present).

Hamm, R. G. (Principal), "Rolling Shields for NELA" (Not Funded), Sponsored By Living Well Foundation, External to The University of Louisiana at Monroe, $7636. (August 30 2018 - Present).

Hamm, R. G. (Principal), Kennedy, K. (Supporting), "'Vital' Information Community Service" (Not Funded), Sponsored By Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana, External to The University of Louisiana at Monroe, $9000. (August 30 2018 - Present).

Hamm, R. G. (Principal), "Practical Education For Surgical Radiography" (Not Funded), Sponsored By American Society of Radiologic Technologists, External to The University of Louisiana at Monroe, $16,149. (August 1 2018 - Present).

Hamm, R. G. (Principal), "ASRT Safety First Grant" (Not Funded), Sponsored By American Society of Radiologic Technologists/Canon, External to The University of Louisiana at Monroe, $7000. (July 2018 - Present).

Hamm, R. G. (Principal), "Academic Innovation Center Grant" (Funded), Sponsored By ULM, The University of Louisiana at Monroe, $2020. (January 16 2018 - Present).

Hamm, R. G. (Co-Principal), Smith, J. (Co-Principal), "NIOSH Pilot Projects Research Training Grant" (Not Funded), Sponsored By University of Texas Health Science Center of Houston, External to The University of Louisiana at Monroe, $10000. (December 20 2017 - Present).

Awards & Honors

July 2024 Regents' Meauxmentum Scholar.

April 2024 Mayme and Tom Scott Endowed Professorship in Teaching Excellence.

October 2023 Rising Young Alumni Award.

June 2023 Top 20 Finalist, I Am The Gold Standard Award.

April 2023 Outstanding Faculty Award Recipient.

April 2023 Award for Excellence in Teaching Nominee.

May 2021 Bob Cassling Memorial Scholarship.

March 2021 Miriam Davis Hogan Education Endowment Scholarship Recipient.

November 2020 Professional Growth Grant Recipient.

October 2019 Acceptance to ASRT Educator Institute.

September 2018 Team Captain - Highest Fundraising School in Ouachita Parish.

July 2018 1st Place Scientific Exhibit.

March 2018 Nominee for Rising Professional Award.

July 2017 5 Year Continuous Membership.

May 2017 Faculty Member of Lambda Nu, Honor Society for Radiologic and Imaging Sciences.

August 2013 Graduate Assistantship Grant.

June 2013 Joe Schwartz Memorial Scholarship Recipient.

May 2013 Graduate Assistantship Grant.

Courses Taught

RADT 2001INTRO TO IMAGING SCIENCES & HC, 1 course(s)

RADT 3008ETHICS, DIVERSITY, & LAW, 9 course(s)

RADT 3010PATIENT CARE LABORATORY, 21 course(s)

RADT 3015CLINICAL RADIOGRAPHY, 18 course(s)

RADT 3016RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES, 5 course(s)

RADT 3017RADIOGRAPHIC PRODURES LAB, 15 course(s)

RADT 3018RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES II, 6 course(s)

RADT 3019RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES LAB II, 16 course(s)

RADT 3021RADIOGRAPHIC EXPOSURE LAB, 11 course(s)

RADT 3024CLINICAL RADIOGRAPHY, 18 course(s)

RADT 3027CLINICAL RADIOGRAPHY, 3 course(s)

RADT 3040RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES I, 4 course(s)

RADT 3041RADIOGRAPHIC PROC I LAB, 3 course(s)

RADT 3042RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES II, 3 course(s)

RADT 3043RADIOGRAPHIC PROC II LAB, 8 course(s)

RADT 3044RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES III, 3 course(s)

RADT 3045RADIOGRAPHIC PROC III LAB, 9 course(s)

RADT 4000RESEARCH METHODS & INFORMATION, 2 course(s)

RADT 4030VASCULAR/INERVENTIONAL, 1 course(s)

RADT 4059ULTRASONOGRAPHY, 2 course(s)

RADT 4063MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING, 3 course(s)

Rebecca G Hamm, EdD Associate Professor, Radiologic Technology