He earned a degree in biology, with a wildlife biology minor, from Thiel College and his masters degree in biology from Clarion Univeristy. He is currently a co-chair of the water testing and research committee for the Shenango River Watchers. Mark enjoys spending time with his wife, Melanie, and their three daughters. He is also an avid outdoorsman who spends much of the fall and winter archery and waterfowl hunting, and much of the spring and summer fishing. Other interests include environmental and physiology research, hiking, and exploring.