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COE Media Mentions: March 15 – 21
Mar. 21, 2025
To assist our community in staying up to date on the media landscape in the college, we have compiled a media summary of news clips and mentions.

Muscle Memory: Author Michael Gross on “Stronger: The Untold Story of Muscle in Our Lives”
Mar. 20, 2025
The H.J. Lutcher Stark Center hosted the launch of Michael Gross’ new book which highlights the stories of the center’s director and renowned powerlifter Jan Todd and COE associate professor Charles Stocking. Special guests included two of the world’s strongest men, Mitchell Hooper and Martins Licis.

Associate Professor of Kinesiology Charles Stocking Featured in Men’s Health Magazine
Mar. 18, 2025
Author Michael Gross profiled the record-setting powerlifter and sport historian, who played a key role in Gross' newly released book, Stronger: The Untold Story of Muscle in our Lives, in the periodical's March issue.

The Strongest Woman in the World: Jan Todd’s Lasting Impact on Physical Culture
Mar. 17, 2025
The College of Education is proud to honor remarkable women such as Dr. Jan Todd, chair of the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education and a true pioneer in women’s fitness and strength.

COE Media Mentions: March 8 – 14
Mar. 14, 2025
To assist our community in staying up to date on the media landscape in the college, we have compiled a media summary of news clips and mentions.

COE Media Mentions: February 14 – February 21
Feb. 21, 2025
To assist our community in staying up to date on the media landscape in the college, we have compiled a media summary of news clips and mentions.

The Daily Texan: Sport Management Hall renamed after seasoned department contributors
Feb. 20, 2025
The Sport Management hallway in Bellmont Hall will carry the name of UT alumnus and longtime program supporter, Bryan Moynihan, and his wife Andree. The naming follows his latest gift, which establishes a second endowment and renovations for the space.

Taking Type 2 Diabetes Management in STRIDE
Feb. 07, 2025
A group of COE researchers are meeting high-risk communities where they are —in church—for an innovative, resilience-based approach to diabetes self-management education.

COE Media Mentions: January 31 – February 7
Feb. 07, 2025
To assist our community in staying up to date on the media landscape in the college, we have compiled a media summary of news clips and mentions

Sport Management Hall Named After Longtime Program Supporters Bryan (B.S. ’91) and Andree Moynihan
Feb. 06, 2025
The Andree and Bryan Moynihan Sport Management Hall will recognize successful sport management alumni to inspire generations of Longhorns. The Moynihan’s gift will also create a second endowment to support current and future students.