Researchers at Michigan State University have developed a promising new method for detecting early bone changes after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery, using ultrasound instead of costly MRIs. The tool could help doctors identify patients at greater risk for re-injury or long-term joint problems like osteoarthritis. In a March 2025 study published in Osteoarthritis Imaging,… Read More »
Professor and internationally recognized scholar Karin Pfeiffer is a recipient of MSU’s William J. Beal Outstanding Faculty Award. Each year, the award recognizes up to 10 faculty for their consistent record of outstanding scholarship in research or creative activities, teaching and community engagement. “Professor Pfeiffer is literally an institution on the MSU campus,” said Department… Read More »
Internationally recognized scholar Jackie Goodway has been named a Red Cedar Distinguished Professor. Since 2022, the distinction has recognized faculty who demonstrate exemplary scholarly achievement, teaching excellence and a clear alignment with MSU’s strategic research priorities — strengthening recruitment, recognition and retention of top academic talent across campus. Goodway, who joined MSU’s Department of Kinesiology… Read More »
Michigan State University Professor Karin Pfeiffer has been elected president of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), a leading professional organization in the fields of sports medicine, exercise science and health promotion. Founded in 1954, ACSM brings together physicians, researchers, educators and practitioners to advance research, education and practical applications related to physical activity,… Read More »
Tracey Covassin, a professor in the Michigan State University Department of Kinesiology, is a recipient of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association’s (NATA) Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award. Each year, the award recognizes NATA members who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to leadership, volunteer service, advocacy and distinguished professional activities as an athletic trainer. The award is exclusively… Read More »
A recent study conducted by several Department of Kinesiology Spartans shows significant geographic variations in concussion diagnoses in United States emergency departments, with the highest rates in the South and lower rates in the Midwest and Northeast. The research, published by the Journal of Safety Research, analyzed a public database of emergency department visits from… Read More »
Dan Gould, a Michigan State University professor emeritus and a globally recognized scholar, has received the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity (NASPSPA) Distinguished Scholar Award. Each year, the award recognizes senior scholars who have made outstanding, long-term contributions to NASPSPA’s research areas and have demonstrated a record of high-quality… Read More »
Tracey Covassin, a professor in the Michigan State University Department of Kinesiology, was inducted to the Michigan Athletic Trainers’ Society (MATS) Hall of Fame. The prestigious award recognizes athletic trainers who have made significant contributions to the field through research, practice and service in Michigan. “I’m very grateful that people have recognized the work I have done… Read More »
Corinne Hobbs, a third-year Ph.D. student in the Department of Kinesiology, is the recipient of the MSU Council of Graduate Students (COGS) Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Award. The award — now in its second year — recognizes graduate-level Spartans who exemplify and actively promote DEI by addressing, challenging or dismantling discrimination, sexism, racism and… Read More »
Update 6/6/2024: In addition to the National Doctoral Scholar Award honorable mention, Genoese received the 2024 Graduate School Outstanding Doctoral Student Mentor Award from Michigan State University. The award recognizes sustained mentoring activities at MSU that have helped other students succeed in their own research and programs. Genoese has mentored 11 masters students, one medical… Read More »
