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Read about how faculty, students and alumni are making a difference.
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Doctoral student uses sport to help disadvantaged youth in South Africa
Throughout her doctoral studies, Zenzi Huysmans has focused on youth sport and growth through sport. She plans to use her youth sport practice to impact positive childhood development for Swazi youth and give back to her country. Huysmans believes in the spirit of doing meaningful work around the world.
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One CPASS alum and her partner are creating a niche outdoor business
Anne Mitchell and Mark Hengemihle, both seasoned outdoor recreation professionals, have established Knapps Creek Trout Lodge within a unique, niche market in the outdoor recreation industry. The partners report 30 percent growth in bookings while developing special programs to support veterans and the local community.
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Weight Management Program produces health outcomes in West Virginia
An innovative arrangement, developed by Public Employees Insurance Agency and managed by West Virginia University, was recognized nationally for the fee-for-service model housed at community-based fitness centers, designed to promote healthy living. Ultimately, College of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences staff helped to enroll approximately 9,000 members in the program.
Latest Stories
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International sport psychology organization recognizes WVU faculty and students at annual gathering
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State-wide partnership celebrates health outcomes
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WVU faculty featured in Appalachian health initiative conference
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CPASS graduate named head coach for Fairmont State men’s basketball
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West Virginia University graduate shares secret to athletic administration success
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Faculty Spotlight
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Dana Voelker Assistant Professor Dana Voelker, sport and exercise psychology assistant professor, joins the ranks of West Virginia University faculty members selected for the 2018 Foundation Award for Outstanding Teaching, honoring exceptional professors who go the extra mile to inspire their students. Voelker’s passion for the sport and exercise psychology field began very early as a competitive figure skater and captain of the Penn State women’s ice hockey club. -
Jeremy Yeats Teaching Assistant Professor CPASS welcomes new faculty member, Jeremy Yeats, teaching assistant professor, whose teaching style reflects a student-centered and culturally-responsive classroom, helping to create an active community of learners. Yeats is a native of Colorado and served as assistant professor at Adams State University for six years. The past two years, he was a graduate coordinator for the coaching master’s program.