News: Kinesiology

Gidusko Honored as Campus Partner of the Game

Written By: MEGAN PABIAN ’06 ’13MA | November 29, 2021
Lana Gidusko, an academic support coordinator in the School of Kinesiology and Physical Therapy, was honored at the UCF vs. USF football game last week for her positive impact on...

Research in 60 Seconds: Using Strength Training to Improve Aging

Written By: NICOLE DUDENHOEFER ’17 | November 17, 2021
Kylie Harmon’s research explores the benefits of strength training for living a longer, healthier and happier life. Whether it’s solving the world’s biggest problems or investigating the potential of novel...

New Ph.D. in Kinesiology Approved by the BOG

Written By: MEGAN PABIAN ’06 ’13MA | November 5, 2021
A new Ph.D. in Kinesiology was approved by the Florida Board of Governors Nov. 4, making it the first Ph.D. program in the College of Health Professions and Sciences. The...

Behind the Masks: Stories from Alumni and Students on the COVID Frontline

Written By: Camille Dolan '98 | November 1, 2021
Every year, thousands of UCF grads walk off a stage with bulbs flashing and brimming with excitement as they begin the next chapter of their lives.   Thanks to the global...

New AT Scholarship Honors Program’s Co-Founder, Celebrates His Love for Family, Students and Profession

Written By: Camille Dolan '98 | October 27, 2021
A new memorial scholarship in UCF Athletic Training honors David Cassidy, one of the co-founders of the athletic training program and a long-time supporter of the program and its students....

Kinesiology Staff Member First at UCF to Complete SSA Certificate Program

Written By: Camille Dolan '98 | October 20, 2021
Lana Gidusko, an Academic Support Coordinator for the School of Kinesiology and Physical Therapy, is the first staff member at UCF to complete all three levels of the Student Success and...

UCF’s Brightest Shine During Luminary Awards

Written By: ZENAIDA GONZALEZ KOTALA & ALLISON HURTADO | October 6, 2021
15 faculty members were honored for being academic leaders, bettering lives and shining a light in the world. The UCF community celebrated the accomplishments of 15 exceptional faculty members at...

Faculty and Staff Gym Opens After Year-long Renovation

Written By: DREXLER B. JAMES ’13 | August 16, 2021
Faculty and staff members have a newly renovated space on campus dedicated to their health and wellness. The Wellness Research Center, also known as the employee gym, is located in the Education Complex and has undergone...

Research Roundup: Recent Publications By CHPS Faculty Spring 2021

Written By: Heather Lovett | July 15, 2021
Our faculty pursue big ideas and share what they learn by publishing their research to advance scientific discovery. As part of an institution designated as “very high” research activity by...

6 Knights Heading to Tokyo’s Summer Olympics, Paralympics

Written By: MEGAN PABIAN ’06 ’13MA | July 13, 2021

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