Dr. Balac is an assistant dean and department chair for the radiologic sciences programs at Â̲èÖ±²¥. She also serves as the radiography program director. In her role as department chair, she oversees the diagnostic medical sonography and radiation therapy programs as well as various clinical concentration programs specifically designed for radiographers at IU Northwest.
Dr. Balac received her bachelor’s degree in radiologic sciences from Â̲èÖ±²¥, a master’s degree in adult education and a doctorate degree in instructional systems technology from Indiana University. She is currently serving as an editorial review board member for Radiologic Technology, a peer-reviewed journal published by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, as well as Radiologic Science & Education journal published by the Association of Educators in Imaging and Radiologic Sciences. She is also a textbook author and a contributor for three textbook chapters.