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Aslynn Halvorson-Weaver Returns to UT-Knoxville
Aslynn Halvorson-Weaver, a 2024 EdD in KIN graduate, started a new position as an Assistant Professor of Practice at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville for Fall 2024. As a Professor of Practice, she serves the Department of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sports Studies (KRSS) as a teaching faculty in addition to serving on a variety of…
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Faculty Feature: Self-Defense at Health Fair & First Edition Textbook
Dr. Dyson was invited to design a presentation centered on sexual assault prevention and mindfulness at the annual Health Fair, hosted by members of the School of Nursing.
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Ed.D. Student Organizes a Conference in Istanbul, Turkey
Akin Saatci, a first-year student in the Ed.D. in KIN program, organized a conference in Istanbul, Turkey. The conference featured Dr. Brent Anderson from North Carolina along with esteemed instructors from around the world. The four-day event was attended by 320 participants from 15 countries. With a vision to help exercise enthusiasts from Russia who…
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Mona Flynn Presents Research at Yoga Conferences
In October, Dr. Mona Flynn, a 2024 graduate of the Ed.D. program, had the opportunity to present her research at two yoga conferences: the Symposium on Yoga Research and the Midwest Yoga Conference. The Symposium on Yoga Research (SYR) was held on October 14 -16, 2024 at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health in…
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Dr. Robert Owens Leads a Stress & Wellness Workshop for Kinesiology Students
On November 11, 2024, Dr. Robert Owens, a 2011 graduate of the Ed.D. in KIN program, led a stress and wellness workshop for undergraduate and graduate students as part of the KINclusive programming. During the workshop, students learned the importance of stress management and how it impacts daily life, engaged in a deep breathing activity,…
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Laura Turek Becomes an Assistant Professor at St. Thomas University
Laura Turek, a 2023 EdD graduate, is now an Assistant Professor of Health Sciences, Sports Medicine, and Athletic Training and the Program Director for the Master’s in Applied Kinesiology at St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens, Florida. She teaches in the undergraduate and graduate Health Sciences program and the undergraduate Sport Administration program. Dr. Turek…
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Kinesiology Professor Discusses Safe Pregnancy Exercises
There is strong scientific evidence that the risks of engaging in moderate-intensity exercise during pregnancy are very low for healthy individuals. Moreover, physical activity during pregnancy benefits a pregnant woman’s overall health.
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Brittany Belcher: From High School Teacher to College Professor at her Undergraduate Alma Mater
EdD in KIN alumna, Brittany Belcher, secured a position at The University of Virginia’s College at Wise as an Assistant Professor of Kinesiology! She teaches a variety of classes from Biomechanics, Teaching Team and Individual Sports, Applied Assessment in Kinesiology and will be teaching a Sport Governance class in the Spring. Her story is inspiring…
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Ed.D. in Kinesiology 2024 Dissertation Research
In May 2024, the graduating class of the Doctor of Education in Kinesiology program presented their doctoral research to their peers, Kinesiology faculty members, and others during the Dissertation Showcase.
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Kinesiology Professor, Grad Inducted into NAK
Kinesiology Professor Dr. Ben Dyson and former Ph.D. Student Yu Kai Chang were recently inducted as Fellows into the National Academy of Kinesiology (NAK). Fellows are nominated by their peer fellows, evaluated by a membership committee according to criteria set forth in the Academy’s bylaws, voted into membership by the voting members of the Academy, and then…
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Congratulations to Dr. Dyson on Becoming a 2024 National Academy of Kinesiology Fellow
On September 28, Dr. Ben Dyson was inducted into the National Academy of Kinesiology (NAK) as 2024 Fellow. The NAK is a prestigious organization with 100 years of rich history contributing to the area of Physical Education and the discipline of Kinesiology.
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Promotion for Alumna Jen Cole in UAH Athletics
Jen Cole, a 2019 EdD in KIN graduate, began a new position at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) as the Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Affairs, Senior Woman Administrator, and Athletics Healthcare Administrator. Her role there is to ensure the institution complies with NCAA DII legislation. Her position has many elements, but…