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Student Fuses Kinesiology and Business to Fuel his Passion
Kinesiology senior Jaden Lassiter knows that increasing his skillset is the best way to get ahead in a competitive job market. He wanted to have a career in the health industry, but at the end of his junior year, he thought he should do something to make himself more marketable.
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Restoring Peace
Lee points out that, while many Westerners think of martial arts as the art of fighting, the Chinese character “wu”, which is often translated into the word “martial,” means to put down weapons. “The true meaning of martial arts practice is to seek peace by knowing how opposite forces, like peace and conflict, can be…
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How puberty can impact teens’ knees
Puberty may evoke a range of memories, from acne to awkward moments. But chances are, this uncomfortable time period may not make you think immediately of your knees. Maybe it should.
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Common Problems, Common Efforts
Paul Loeb once wrote that because “…most of our serious problems, are in large part common problems, which can be solved only through common efforts.” This is why the Department of Kinesiology is proud to be part of a campus wide effort in combating cardiovascular disease (CVD), the number one leading cause of death.
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MSAT Director Explains Why Medical Professionals are Necessary at Games
Being able to bring clinical and personal experiences to the classroom, the students respond to that.
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Kinesiology Chair’s Research Reveals Impact of Exercise on the Brain
A study conducted by Kinesiology Chair Jenny Etnier and National Taiwan Normal University Professor Chang Yu-Kai reveals acute exercise can boost cognitive function by up to 10%, regardless of age.
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EdD in KIN Hosts Students & Alumni During Basketball Game
On February 8, the EdD in KIN partnered with the HHS Alumni Association for a basketball social at the First Horizon Coliseum, formerly the Greensboro Coliseum. Students, alumni, and family members were able to connect and network during the event. The time was spent enjoying food, fun, and fellowship as students and alumni helped cheer…
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UNCG KIN Receives AKA Inclusive Excellence Award
At the American Kinesiology Association’s (AKA) 18th Annual Leadership Workshop in Newport Beach California, Drs. DeAnne Brooks, Michael Hemphill, and Erin Reifsteck received the AKA Inclusive Excellence Award on behalf of the Department of Kinesiology at UNCG. The AKA Inclusive Excellence Award is based on an organization’s commitment to inclusive excellence by promoting an understanding…
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UNCG Ed.D. Students & Alumni Represent at the NAKHE Conference
In January, twenty-five of UNCG’s students, alumni, and faculty attended the 2025 National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education (NAKHE) Conference in Puerto Rico as presenters, panelists, awardees, and more. It was like a UNCG Kinesiology family reunion. In addition to time at the conference, there was time to explore the island and enjoy the…
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Dr. Tara Blackshear Delivers the Praxis Lecture at the NAHKE Conference
Dr. Tara Blackshear, EdD in KIN alum and Associate Professor at Towson University, delivered the Praxis Lecture at the National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education (NAHKE) conference in January.
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Dr. Jerono Rotich Inducted as the 60th NAHKE Fellow
In January, Dr. Jerono Rotich, the UNCG 2024 HHS Distinguished Alumni Awardee, was inducted as the 60th NAHKE Fellow during the National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education (NAKHE) Conference. Dr. Rotich is the Associate Dean for Organizational Climate, Inclusion, and Belonging Professor at Indiana University.
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Dr. DeAnne Brooks Named Outstanding Reviewer for IJKHE
During the 2025 National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education (NAKHE) Conference, Dr. DeAnne Brooks was named Outstanding Reviewer for the International Journal of Kinesiology in Higher Education. Dr. Brooks states that “it was a surprise and an honor” and that when giving feedback on articles she “tries to be kind and offer feedback that…
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Kristi Johnson Publishes Her First Book
Dr. Kristi Johnson, an EdD in KIN alum, published her first book titled, ABC Dance and Move With Me. This educational book is designed for children aged 1-5 and aims to enhance the interplay between movement and literacy in early childhood education. The book teaches movement, celebrates diversity in dance, and sparks curiosity among young…
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Kinesiology student interns with Las Vegas Raiders
I’ve wanted to be a mental health professional since I was about 13 or 14 years old
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Department of Kinesiology Receives Inclusive Excellence Award
The UNCG Department of Kinesiology was recently recognized by the American Kinesiology Association at its annual leadership workshop in California. The department was awarded the 2025 Inclusive Excellence Award. Attending the conference for UNCG were (right to left): Dr. Scott Ross, Dr. Carl Mattacola, Dr. Erin Reifsteck, Dr. DeAnne Brooks and Dr. Michael Hemphill. Also…
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UNCG Family Reunites at NC SHAPE Convention: Celebrating Connections and Achievements
In December 2024, the UNCG family—past, present, and future—came together at the North Carolina Society for Health and Physical Education (NC SHAPE) convention in Winston-Salem. This event not only showcased the latest in professional development but also served as a meaningful opportunity for alumni, students, and faculty to reconnect and build new relationships within the…