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Kinesiology Professor Becomes a Leader in National Sport Psychology Organization
Dr. Alan Chu, AP associate professor of applied sport psychology in UNC Greensboro’s School of Health and Human Sciences, learned firsthand how mental preparation can affect athletic performance. Now he’s taking a national leadership role in helping shape how sport psychology is researched, taught, and practiced in the years ahead.
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Kinesiology Professor Wins UNCG Undergrad Research Mentor Award
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Mentorship Proves Invaluable to Faculty Members and the University
The Department of Kinesiology and Department of Human Development and Family Studies have intentionally developed a program to ensure faculty mentoring for the success and retention of junior faculty.
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2025 Kinesiology Graduate Kat Reyes Reflects on Her Time at UNCG
This (graduation) honor isn’t just mine; it’s (my family’s), as well. My dad worked super hard to give me these opportunities, to have what he never had. And my mom dreamed of going to school.
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MSAT student learns hockey rehab techniques with Greensboro Gargoyles
When I learned that the Gargoyles were coming to Greensboro, that sparked my interest because I hope to work at a college or professional level after I graduate.
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New UNCG Institute Benefits Military Members from the Battlefield to the Classroom
We learned that student veterans valued being a part of a community with others and were shaped by their shared experiences through military training.
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Kinesiology Professor Dr. Maher Explains Benefits of Exercise Throughout the Lifespan
People are living longer, and we want to make sure that those additional years of life are quality years. This also has ripple effects for society by reducing health care spending and lessening the burden on caregivers.
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Exercise Improves Kids’ Academic Performance
Physical education and physical activity are good for our rising generation. It’s good for mental health. It’s good for brain health and academic achievement.
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Kinesiology alumna focuses research on female athletes
There’s so much we don’t know about women athletes. It’s my lifelong pursuit to understand and educate women about their physiology. Samantha Goldenstein, U.S. Army Reserve veteran and Kinesiology alumna
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Meet Our Kinesiology Graduate Assistants!
This year, the EdD in Kinesiology program has several graduate assistants working behind the scenes to support our students, faculty, and program activities. Each brings unique experiences, academic backgrounds, and research interests to the Kinesiology community. We invite you to get to know the graduate assistants who help make our program a success! Sarah Posidis-Kowalski …
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Kinesiology Professor Talks About Impact of Exercise and Those with Alzheimer’s
Exercise may help support memory and thinking as people age, and the Greensboro Public Library is connecting families with research and resources to help navigate Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
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Building Strength Beyond the Barbell -EdD Student Taisha Hernández Zambrana
Taisha Hernández Zambrana is a high school physical education teacher and strength and conditioning coach at Bell Creek Academy in Riverview, Florida, as well as a current student in UNCG’s Doctor of Education in Kinesiology program. Active in both her profession and community, Taisha brings together teaching, coaching, research, and leadership in her work with…
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EDD ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT – DAVE JONES
Dave Jones, Doctor of Education in Kinesiology After 21 years of teaching elementary physical education (PE), UNCG EdD in Kinesiology (EdD in KIN) alumnus Dave Jones has taken his experience beyond the walls of a single gymnasium. Dave now serves as the K-12 Healthful Living Coordinating Teacher for Wake County Public Schools, a central office…
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Celebrating National Recognition Across UNCG Kinesiology
National Recognition of UNCG Kinesiology Faculty
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Kinesiology Alumna Gives Back-to-School Confidence Boosting Tips
Dr. Cindra Kamphoff, professor at Minnesota State University and founder of the Mentally Strong Institute, is here with tips to help your student build confidence for the school year.
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Dr. Brown Receives the 2026 Distinguished Educator Award at SUNY Cortland
Dr. Pamela Kocher Brown was recently recognized as a Distinguished Educator by her alma mater, SUNY Cortland. The honor celebrates a career defined not only by leadership and innovation in kinesiology, but also by the genuine care and lasting relationships she brings to the UNCG community.
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Kinesiology Professor Discusses Benefits of Table Tennis on Body and Mind
UNC Greensboro, sports psychologist, professor has been competing on the international stage and now he’s using those skills to help out his students.
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Kinesiology Professor Wins National Tactical Strength and Conditioning Award
The Tactical Strength and Conditioning Professional of the Year Award honors the coach, researcher, tactical professional, educator, or administrator whose influential contributions measurably advance military, law enforcement, or fire and rescue strength and conditioning.
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Kinesiology professors discuss heat safety
You can be a famous soccer/football player at the World Cup or an amateur pickleball player at your local park, and heat will be the biggest opponent you may face all summer. The climate pattern El Niño is in full swing and expected to bring multiple dangerous heat waves across the globe.
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Building Community from the Start: Welcoming the 2026 EdD Cohort
Each year, EdD Orientation is an event that students, faculty, and the department look forward to with excitement. It marks the first time the incoming cohort comes together, not only to learn more about the program, but to begin building the relationships and support systems that will carry them through their EdD journey. Throughout orientation, students had…
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Reconnecting, Reflecting, and Refocusing: The EdD in KIN 3rd Year Visit Experience
The 3rd Year Visit was a meaningful opportunity for our online EdD in KIN students to step back onto campus, reconnect with one another, and refocus for the final stages of their doctoral journey. Over the course of three days, students were able to move beyond the screen and experience in person community, support, and momentum that will continually shape their progress…