Dr. Kopec holds a Ph.D in Environmental Psychology, master’s degrees in Architecture and Community Psychology, and a B.S. in Health Sciences. Dak holds certifications from the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing and the National Environmental Health Association. His publications include journal articles, monographs and four books. He was also a Fulbright Specialist and served appointed positions by the governor of Hawaii and the Council for International Exchange of Scholars (Fulbright).