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Timely intervention after ACL reconstruction may prevent arthritis

April 3, 2024
Timely intervention after ACL reconstruction may prevent arthritis

The prevalence of early knee osteoarthritis (OA) symptoms faced by patients after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is staggering — but not much is being done to address it according to new research published by scholars from Michigan State University’s Department of Kinesiology. The study – published by the Journal of Athletic Training in Jan.… Read More »

Kinesiology Ph.D. program ascends to #11 in nation

January 16, 2024
Kinesiology Ph.D. program ascends to #11 in nation

Michigan State University’s Kinesiology Ph.D. program is ranked #11 in the nation by the National Academy of Kinesiology (NAK) — improving its position by 12 spots since the last time rankings were announced in 2020. “I am very proud of our dedicated faculty, students and collaborative community who have propelled us forward 12 positions in… Read More »

Does positive body image play a role in athletic performance?

September 7, 2023
Does positive body image play a role in athletic performance?

When an athlete has a positive body image, how does it translate to the field of play? Research from Michigan State University Kinesiology Ph.D. candidate Chelsi Ricketts explored this topic in a March 2023 study published in the Psychology of Sport and Exercise Journal. “Essentially, the research shows us when an athlete appreciates their body’s… Read More »

Gould inducted into international Hall of Fame 

August 9, 2023
Gould inducted into international Hall of Fame 

Michigan State University Professor Emeritus Dan Gould was inducted to the International Society for Sports Psychology Hall of Fame in 2023. Gould is one of the first 10 living scholars worldwide to be inducted.   Gould, who retired in 2022, served as the former director of the Institute for the Study of Youth Sports and is… Read More »

ISYS Graduate Students Lead a Series of Workshops with Lansing Public Schools

August 1, 2023
ISYS Graduate Students Lead a Series of Workshops with Lansing Public Schools

The Institute has long been committed to staying engaged with its surrounding communities and this year we were delighted to partner with Mr. Chris Henderson, the athletic director of the Lansing School District, to offer a series of workshops to local high school and middle school students athletes. ISYS graduate students collaborated to produce three… Read More »

MSU scholars create free modules to help prevent abuse in youth sports

June 6, 2023
MSU scholars create free modules to help prevent abuse in youth sports

The Michigan State University Institute for the Study of Youth Sports has created three online educational modules to address the issue of abuse in sports. The free learning videos are now available to support coaches, administrators and caregivers on best practices to protect youth athletes from physical, emotional and sexual abuse. Created in collaboration with… Read More »

Summer Coaches’ School returns to MSU campus this June

May 25, 2023
Summer Coaches’ School returns to MSU campus this June

Sports leaders are invited to join the annual Michigan State University’s Summer Coaches’ School, which will return to campus June 22-23, for immersive instruction on coaching science. This year’s theme is Developmental Coaching and will feature workshops led by experienced coaches, outside experts, and MSU Kinesiology faculty and graduate students. “This event is a great opportunity… Read More »

KIN grad caps off year with Excellence-In-Teaching Citation

May 16, 2023
KIN grad caps off year with Excellence-In-Teaching Citation

Department of Kinesiology doctoral graduate Meredith Wekesser is a 2023 recipient of the MSU Excellence-in-Teaching Citation. Each year, the university presents the award to six graduate teaching assistants who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and proficiency in fulfilling their classroom duties with attentiveness and expertise. “We — students, staff and faculty in the Department of Kinesiology… Read More »

Hauck receives MSU Teacher-Scholar Award

May 15, 2023
Hauck receives MSU Teacher-Scholar Award

Department of Kinesiology Assistant Professor Janet Hauck is a recipient of the 2022-2023 MSU Teacher-Scholar Award. The honor, part of the All-University Awards held on May 8, celebrates individuals who are early in their tenure-system career at MSU who have made a notable impact on their students, colleagues and community through their devotion and skill… Read More »