KHE Department Chair Named Editor-in-chief of the Translational Journal of the American College of Sports Medicine
Matt Bowers Selected for President's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition Science Board
While serving on The Science Board, Bowers will support the implementation and communication of the National Youth Sports Strategy.
Sophie Lalande Interviewed by Wallet Hub on Diabetes
Sophie Lalande explains the steps people can take to decrease their risk of diabetes and how those with it can maintain a healthy and active lifestyle on a budget.
Mary Steinhardt Receives $3.3 Million Grant from the National Institutes of Health
The project provides resources to African Americans to manage their daily demands of type 2 diabetes.
Kinesiology and Health Education Faculty Member Receives $1.2 Million Grant from NIAAA
Miguel Pinedo's project will address gaps in our understanding of barriers that prevent people from seeking and receiving appropriate care for alcohol use disorders.
Kinesiology and Health Education New Faculty 2019
This year, the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education is joined by Hao-Yuan Hsiao and Galia Tzvetkov.
E-Cigarette Ads Increase Likelihood of Teen and Young Adult Vaping
Researchers found that those who remembered seeing in-store and TV e-cigarette marketing were significantly more likely to begin using e-cigarettes up to 2.5 years later.
Matt Bowers: Do Kids Benefit from Recess?
Does recess have long-term benefits for kids? Learn why Assistant Professor Matt Bowers says yes.
Sport Management Creates Unique Partnership with Austin FC
Students in the sport management program help to grow Austin FC's community presence in Austin through internships and in-class projects.
Five Tips to Stay Safe Around Water this Summer
18-24-year-old males are statistically more likely to try drown than their peers. Learn how to stay safe around water this summer with these tips from water safety expert Don Crowley.
Matt Bowers Quoted in Wired Article on Kids Sports
Learn how having your child specialize in one sport might hurt their chances of becoming a professional athlete later on.
Brian Farr Named One of 2018's Most Distinguished Athletic Trainers by NATA
The award recognizes NATA members who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to leadership, volunteer service, advocacy, and distinguished professional activities as an athletic trainer.
Rebecca Lambdin-Abraham, B.S. '08, Receives Mabel Lee Award
The Mabel Lee Award recognizes younger members who have demonstrated outstanding potential in scholarship, teaching, and professional leadership.
Class of 2019: Sabrina Facundo
Sabrina Facundo is graduating with a degree in Applied Movement Science with a specialization in Disability Studies. She plans to attend graduate school to become an occupational therapist.
Class of 2019
Learn how four graduates will continue to improve education and health across Texas even after they leave the Forty Acres.