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The Next Chapter: Sport Management Graduate and M.Ed. Will Johniken Reflects on His Five-Year Journey to Earning Two Degrees from UT Austin 
May. 09, 2025
After transferring from community college, Johniken fell in love with sport management through his Kinesiology and Health Education classes – so much so that he decided to come back for more. Today, he holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree from the College of Education, even finishing a semester early.
Media Mentions: April 26 – May 2
May. 02, 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.
Research, Impact and Achievements: May 2025
May. 01, 2025
Celebrating the achievements of the members of our community.
KHE Department Chair and Former Strongest Woman in the World Jan Todd Shares Her Journey From Athlete to Academic
Apr. 09, 2025
In an exclusive interview with People Magazine, Todd, a former powerlifter, shared more about her success in the sport and her path to research. She and other prominent athletes are featured in Michael Joseph Gross' new book, Stronger.
Research, Impact and Achievements: April 2025
Apr. 07, 2025
Celebrating the achievements of the members of our community.
Honoring Excellence: COE Faculty Promotions Celebrate Academic Impact
Mar. 31, 2025
The College of Education proudly recognizes faculty members who have earned promotions for the 2025-26 academic year. Their groundbreaking research, commitment to student success and contributions to education, health and sport continue to elevate our college and advance our mission.
COE Media Mentions: March 22 – 28
Mar. 28, 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: 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.

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