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Petrosino Shares Ideas About Integrating Computer Science in Schools of Education in NSF-sponsored Event
Apr. 24, 2017
Anthony Petrosino This spring, computer science education researchers, leaders from colleges of education, teacher educators, and computer scientists from across the U.S. participated in a workshop to address critical questions related to the integration of computing education into schools of education. The National Science Foundation (NSF)-sponsored conference was held in…

A History of Health: KHE Grad Student Paper Wins Award for Analysis of Women’s Fitness Movement
Apr. 24, 2017
Ben Pollack In the 1950s and 60s, Charles Atlas and Jack LaLanne were household names. They represented the ideals of fitness to millions and increased awareness of the benefits of a healthy diet and vigorous exercise. There is another name, not as well known, but arguably as influential: Debbie Drake. Ben…

KHE Work-Study Student Premieres Apparel at UT Fashion Show
Apr. 24, 2017
The Department of Kinesiology and Health Education would like to thank their work-study student Hailey Sellars for assisting the department for four years. Hailey is a senior textiles and apparel major and will be interning in the fashion industry in New York this summer.  As a work-study student, Hailey has been…

Competitive Edge: Market Forces Influence Nation’s Charter Schools
Apr. 23, 2017
Huriya Jabbar examines the influence of market forces on the nation’s charter school environment.

Angela Valenzuela shares insights on the value of ethnic studies with State Board of Education
Apr. 21, 2017

Chris McCarthy: Political Climate as a Political Stressor
Apr. 21, 2017

CCSSE Study: Those Who Attend Community Colleges Full Time More Likely to Graduate
Apr. 20, 2017
A new study released by the Center for Community College Student Engagement (CCSSE) shows that while full-time students graduate at higher rates than their part-time peers, those who enrolled full time for just one semester have a greater chance of earning a degree than those who attend part-time. CCSSE, established…

KHE Department Recognizes Distinguished Members in Hall of Honor Ceremony
Apr. 19, 2017
KHE Department honors students, faculty, alumni and community members at Hall of Honor and Alderson Lecture Ceremonies

Professor Emeritus Dr. John Ivy Gives Keynote Presentation at Alderson Lecture and Awards Celebration
Apr. 19, 2017
Alderson Lecture Series The Alderson Lecture and Awards Celebration is an annual event that honors current faculty and students, along with a lecture relating to kinesiology and health education. The 2017 event was held on March 29th. This year’s ceremony also featured John Ivy as the keynote presenter. He put forward a…

UT Powerlifting Team Takes Home the Hardware
Apr. 10, 2017
The UT Powerlifting Team placed in the top five for all four team categories at the Powerlifting Collegiate Nationals