Dean Bowen was named the Worcester State University Wellness Center Fitness Center Manager in the summer of 2016. As the Fitness Center Manager, Bowen is responsible for effective management of the fitness center, weight room and group fitness programs. In his sixth year now, Bowen continues to enhance the recreational culture and drive to spread Wellness to the students, and faculty, and staff.

Prior to his hire at Worcester State, Bowen served as the Assistant Director of Fitness & Wellness Programs at Stony Brook University for over seven years. Bowen administered and developed a comprehensive Group Fitness Program offering over 73 fitness classes each week and assisted in the management of the Recreation Center. Bowen, a certified fitness instructor, personal trainer and strength coach, provided opportunities for fitness certifications and workshops at Stony Brook University for the campus and local community. 

During his time at Stony Brook, Bowen also served as a liaison between the recreation center and campus community as a member of the Executive Committee and Centers of Excellence under Healthier U, a campus-wide Presidential Employee Wellness initiative for the campus community.