http://ahs.illinois.edu This is an RSS Feed 5/15/2012 12:00:00 AM <p>Jean Driscoll, world-renowned paralympic track champion, was named as a new member of the U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame on Sunday. Jean will be inducted in a ceremony on July 12 at the Harris Theater in Chicago. <a href="http://www.teamusa.org/News/2012/May/13/2012-Olympic-Hall-of-Fame-inductees-announced-May-13-2012.aspx">Visit Team USA News</a> for details about the 2012 Olympic Hall of Fame inductees. Though voting is closed, you can also watch a video about Jean‘s accomplishments at Team USA. Jean is currently the Assistant Dean for Advancement for the College of Applied Health Sciences.</p> jean_driscoll2_sm.jpg Jean Driscoll <p><span> Jean Driscoll named Class of 2012 Olympic Hall of Fame Inductee, ceremony will be held on July 12</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=515201210136PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 5/7/2012 12:00:00 AM <p>College of Applied Health Sciences faculty and staff honored with teaching, mentoring and recognition awards this spring. <a href="http://ahs.illinois.edu/Awards.aspx">See the list of recipients</a>.</p> goldseal_sm.jpg certificate with gold seal <p><span>College faculty and staff honored with teaching, mentoring and recognition awards this spring</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=57201291330AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 5/4/2012 12:00:00 AM <p>In a recent “Minute With…” interview, Robin Hall discussed the challenges facing state and community park systems, alternative sources of funding for Illinois Department of Natural Resources, and how current recreation trends affect programming. He commented that Illinois is one of only seven states that doesn’t charge park fees. Robin, retired Executive Director of the Urbana Park District, is currently the director of the Office of Recreation and Park Resources, the primary service arm of the Department of Recreation, Sport, and Tourism. <a href=" http://illinois.edu/lb/article/72/62834">Read the full interview with Robin Hall</a>.</p> robin_hall_sm.jpg Robin Hall, Director, Office of Recreation and Park Resources <p><span>In a recent interview, Robin Hall discussed proposed admission fees at state-owned recreation areas</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=542012114720AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 4/10/2012 12:00:00 AM <p>Lead by Assistant Dean Renique Kersh, the College of Applied Health Sciences is helping students at Booker T. Washington elementary school to learn about health and wellness. The I-STEM Education Initiative (I-STEM) is a campus coalition dedicated to the improvement of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education at all levels. <a href="http://www.istem.illinois.edu/news/btw.html">Read more about the students’ projects</a>.</p> kids_learning_sm.jpg kids learning about health <p><span>AHS helps elementary students learn about health and wellness with hands-on, I-Stem projects</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=410201210916PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 3/7/2012 12:00:00 AM <p><a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/ChodzkoZajko.aspx"> Dr. Wojtek Chodzko-Zajko</a>, professor in <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Default.aspx">Kinesiology and Community Health</a> and an expert on aging for the American Council on Sports Medicine, recommends asking older adults if they have fallen within the last six months. If the answer is yes, then balance issues including multiple medications, cognitive changes, and confusion may need to be addressed. Additionally, regular walking and resistance training can help older adults maintain their function. <a href="http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/03/05/fitness-balance-idUSL2E8E2CDP20120305">Read the Reuters article about balance</a>.</p> senior_activity_sm.jpg senior couple walking in snow <p><span>Balance, activity, and other factors affect fall risk in older adults</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=372012103240AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 2/28/2012 12:00:00 AM <p><a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Boppart.aspx">Dr. Mari Boppart</a>, assistant professor in <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Default.aspx">Kinesiology and Community Health</a>, and colleagues discovered that adult stem cells present in muscle respond to exercise. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) in mice, when subjected to exercise, release growth factors that spur other cells in muscle to fuse and generate new muscle. This is a significant finding that may lead to new therapeutic techniques to rehabilitate injured muscle and prevent or restore age-related muscle loss, especially for those unable to engage in physical activity. <a href=" http://news.illinois.edu/news/12/0206muscle_MarniBoppart.html">Read more about the stem cell study </a>.</p> mesenchymal_stem_cells_sm.jpg Mesenchymal stem cells (green) accumulate in skeletal muscle following exercise and release growth factors to spur regeneration. | Photo by Marni Boppart <p><span>Boppart research: exercise affects adult stem cells in muscles, could lead to new, muscle therapies.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=2282012101654AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 2/9/2012 12:00:00 AM <h3>A $6-million gift commitment from the Chez Family Foundation Toward Establishment of the Center</h3> <p><em>Champaign, Illinois – February 9, 2012</em></p> <p>The University of Illinois announced plans to build a Center that will provide educationally integrated services to student veterans of recent conflicts who have sustained severe and multiple injuries. Tanya Gallagher, the dean of the College of Applied Health Sciences, announced that a $6-million gift commitment toward the establishment of the Center for Wounded Veterans in Higher Education had been received from the Chez Family Foundation. The announcement was part of a press conference in the Khan Annex of Huff Hall by Governor Pat Quinn, who shared details about the Hiring Veterans Tax Credit.</p> <p>In making his lead gift, Ron Chez said, “It is our privilege to help the men and women who have so proudly served our country with courage and honor.” Chez’s $6-million gift will fund half of the total $12-million construction cost. Fundraising efforts are currently underway to raise the additional capital for the building.</p> <p>Mr. Chez, a resident of Chicago, received a Bachelor’s degree (Phi Beta Kappa) in 1962 from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and an MBA from the University of Chicago. Chez, who has been an investor in private and public companies, has been a generous philanthropist. He co-founded the Chicago Youth Success Foundation and has funded the Chez Family Scholars Program and the Chez Family Scholarships for Students with Disabilities at Illinois. Mr. Chez and his children, Eric and Elizabeth, through the Chez Family Foundation have made a significant commitment through this gift to helping wounded veterans access higher education.</p> <div class="captionWide" style="width:275px;margin:0 0 0 25px;"><img alt="architectural rendering" src="/images/home/building.jpg" /><br /> Architectural rendering of the Center for Wounded Veterans in Higher Education.</div> <p>The Center for Wounded Veterans in Higher Education will use a multidisciplinary, family-centric team approach and provide residential and non-residential services that include health and life skills management; academic coaching; tutoring and adaptive learning strategies; training in the use of assistive technology, psychological counseling, rehabilitative services; counseling and outreach to family members; and career counseling, preparation and employment services.</p> <p>The Center builds upon the historic leadership that the University of Illinois has provided in disability accommodations. Pioneering innovations at the University include the first curb-cuts for persons with disabilities; research that led to the development of architectural standards that were later adopted nationally; the first competitive sports teams for persons with disabilities, and the first and still the only campus to provide a transitional student dormitory for students with severe and multiple disabilities, the Beckwith Program at Nugent Hall.</p> <p>“The Center for Wounded Veterans in Higher Education will be a place that welcomes and supports veterans who have sustained severe and complex injuries,” said Gallagher. “It will function as a locus of activity, identity, and affiliation for veterans and their families as they adjust to the complexities that disabilities can present. We are proud that our Center will help make it possible for wounded veterans to attain a world-class education that will enable them to graduate prepared to contribute their full talents to the state of Illinois and the nation.”</p> vcenter_conf_sm.jpg Dean Gallagher and Governor Pat Quinn at news conference <p><span>Center for Wounded Veterans in Higher Education to serve </span><span>veterans with disabilities </span><span>and their families</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=210201220704PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 1/10/2012 12:00:00 AM <p>”Impact the World” debuts on the Big Ten Network (BTN) at 8:30 p.m. CT on Tuesday, January 10. This new series chronicles the development of wheelchair athletics at the University of Illinois. The first program in the series will be rebroadcast at 9:30 p.m. CT on Thursday, January 12; and again at 10 a.m. CT on Sunday, January 15. <a href="http://illinois.edu/lb/article/1303/58544">See the announcement about the BTN series</a>.</p> wheelchairsport_sm.jpg wheelchair sports <p><span>Big Ten Network to air series about wheelchair athletics at University of Illinois starting Jan 10.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=1102012111610AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 12/16/2011 12:00:00 AM <p>A Spanish speaking woman who was contemplating suicide and in need of crisis intervention underscored the need for bilingual mental and healthcare providers where Latino populations are increasing. This situation propelled <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Buki.aspx">Lydia Buki</a>, Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, and Lissette Piedra, a faculty member in the School of Social Work, to co-edit the book “Creating Infrastructures for Latino Mental Health.” The book examines how language and other barriers impact Latino healthcare. <a href="http://news.illinois.edu/news/11/1213Latino_LydiaBuki_LissettePiedra.html">Read more about “Creating Infrastructures for Latino Mental Health.”</a></p> buki_2011_sm.jpg Dr. Lydia Buki | Photo by Ben Woloszyn <p><span>Dr. Lydia Buki co-edited a book that examines how language and other issues impact Latino mental health<br /> </span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=12162011125105PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 9/29/2011 12:00:00 AM <p>On September 22, 2011 a dedication ceremony was held for the new north addition to Huff Hall. The Khan Annex was generously supported by a $10 million gift from Shahid Khan and his wife Ann Carlson Khan and provides over 24,000 square feet of state-of-the-art of laboratory, instructional and professional collaboration facilities. The addition houses the Center on Health, Aging, and Disability and the Master of Public Health program. Other donors including James and Karen McKechnie, Linda and Ray Whitney, and Michael Vitoux have also contributed to the Khan Annex. <a href="http://www.ahs.illinois.edu/Dedication.aspx">Read more about the Khan Annex</a> and <a href="http://www.news-gazette.com/multimedia/photogallery/2011-09-22/khan-annex-dedication-2011 ">see photos of the ceremony at the <em>News-Gazette</em></a>.</p> khan_sm.jpg Khan Annex Dedication <p><span>The new Khan Annex at Huff Hall was dedicated on September 22, 2011</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=929201181058AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 8/26/2011 12:00:00 AM <p>Older adults who are successful at maintaining an exercise program use tools such as goal setting, time management, self-monitoring, and recruiting others for support. Situation-specific self-confidence is known as self-efficacy. Others, who lack confidence, can still be successful at overcoming obstacles and increasing self-confidence by remembering previous successes, watching others succeed at difficult tasks, and asking for support. Professor <a href=" http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/McAuley.aspx">Edward McAuley</a> and colleagues studied 177 men and women in their 60s and early 70s to see if older adults with coping tools were able to stick with an exercise program. <a href="http://news.illinois.edu/news/11/0816exercise_EdwardMcAuley.html"> Read more about the McAuley’s self-efficacy study</a>.</p> McAuley_sm.jpg Dr. Edward McAuley <p><span>McAuley: Older Adults Who Use Confidence-Building Tools Are More Likely To Continue Exercising</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=8262011112725AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 8/10/2011 12:00:00 AM <p><a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Buchner.aspx">David Buchner, M.D., M.P.H</a>, professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Community Health and director of the <a href="http://mph.illinois.edu/Default.aspx">Master of Public Health Program</a>, received the <a href=" http://ahs.illinois.edu/Faculty/McCristalAward.aspx">King James McCristal Distinguished Scholar Award</a> for 2011. Established in 1988 in honor of a former AHS Dean, the King James McCristal, this is the College’s most prestigious recognition of faculty scholarly achievement. The award is presented annually to a faculty member in recognition of their distinguished scholarship in the field of their study. Dr. Buchner received the award at the fall college meeting and gave a presentation highlighting his scholarly work.</p> buchner_sm.jpg David Buchner <p><span> Professor David Buchner received the 2011 King James McCristal Distinguished Scholar Award</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=810201123948PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 7/29/2011 12:00:00 AM <p>In an inaugural event, U25 World Wheelchair Basketball Championship games were held at Brock University. The competition for women under 25 (U25) was created in 2010 by International Wheelchair Basketball Federation (IWBF) World Congress to give younger women the opportunity to compete. The University of Illinois was well-represented on Team USA, Team Australia, and Team Great Britain. <a href="http://www.iwbf.org/index.php/component/content/article/63-u25-for-women/113-u25-final-wrap-up"> Read more about U25 World Wheelchair Basketball Championship games</a>. </p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="Winning USA U25 Wheelchair Basketball Team" src="/images/news/wwbc_lg.jpg" style="float:none;clear:both;" class="info" /></p> <p><strong>Team USA</strong></p> <ul> <li>Becca Murray</li> <li>Desiree Miller</li> <li>Rose Hollerman</li> <li>Mackenzie Soldan</li> <li>Kimmie Champion</li> <li>Rachel Voss - Junior in Community Health at Illinois (#9)</li> <li>Jen Poist</li> <li>Emily Seelenfreund</li> <li>Caitlin McDermott</li> <li>Deanna Free</li> <li>Sarah Binsfeld</li> <li>Gail Gaeng - Freshman in Business at Illinois (#15)</li> <li>Stephanie Wheeler - Head Coach and Head Coach for the University of Illinois Women's Wheelchair Basketball Team</li> <li>Dan Price - Assistant Coach</li> <li>Matt Buchi - Assistant Coach and Illinois Alumnus</li> <li>Jessica Servais - Team Manager</li> <li>Karla Wessels - Team Athletic Trainer and Graduate Student and Athletic Trainer for the University of Illinois</li> </ul> <p><strong>Team Australia</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bridie Kean (#6)- 2011 Graduate in Media Studies</li> </ul> <p><strong>Team Great Britain</strong></p> <ul> <li>Helen Freeman (#7) - Junior in Kinesiology</li> </ul> <p> </p> wheelchair_bball_sm.jpg wheelchair basketball <p><span>University of Illinois coach, students represented on teams at World Wheelchair Basketball Championships</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=729201195714AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 7/15/2011 12:00:00 AM <p>Dr. Tanya Gallagher (pictured), Dean of the College of Applied Health Sciences, recently attended a meeting of the United Nations in New York City as a delegate from the World Health Organization (WHO) in her role as president of the <a href="http://www.ialp.info/">Association of Logopedics and Phoniatrics</a>. The IALP was a contributor to the “World Report on Disability,” which outlines the steps required to improve social and economic development and human rights for people with disabilities worldwide. WHO and the World Bank jointly produced the <a href=" http://www.who.int/disabilities/world_report/2011/en/index.html">World Report on Disability</a>.</p> gallagher_sm.jpg Dr. Tanya Gallagher, Dean of the College of Applied Health Sciences <p><span>Dr. Tanya Gallagher contributes to "World Report on Disability," attends United Nations meeting</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=715201113529PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 6/29/2011 12:00:00 AM <p>In an earlier study, <a href="http://rst.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Tainsky.aspx">Assistant Professor Scott Tainsky</a> and <a href="http://rst.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Stodolska.aspx">Associate Professor Monika Stodolska</a> concluded that relocated fans often remain loyal to teams in former cities. <a href="http://www.news.illinois.edu/news/10/0825migration.html">See more about the team loyalty study</a> and read comments about their study in the <a href="http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702304887904576397801582783690.html"><em>Wall Street Journal</em></a>.</p> <p>More recently, Dr. Tainsky co-wrote a study exploring factors that affect TV viewing by fans who do not have NFL home teams. He appeared on the Nightly Business Report with Tom Hudson and Rick Morrow on June 20, 2011 to discuss fan loyalty. He was also interviewed on the Bloomberg News Radio show "Taking Stock" about fan loyalty. <a href="http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-06-22/tainsky-discusses-sports-loyalty-audio.html">Listen to the audio clip of "Taking Stock"</a>.</p> fans2_sm.jpg Tainsky and Stodolska studied fan loyalty <p><span>Tainsky, Stodolska: </span><span>relocated fans and fans without home NFL teams impact TV viewership, revenue<br /> </span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=629201112602PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 5/18/2011 12:00:00 AM <p>Ann Cody, director of public policy and global outreach for BlazeSports America and alumna of College of Applied Health Sciences, received the Alumni Humanitarian Award during the Commencement 2011 ceremony. Ann received the award for her advocacy efforts for people with disabilities, women’s rights and equal opportunities in sport. She earned a master’s degree in leisure studies in 1992 from the College of AHS.</p> <p><strong>Pictured:</strong> Ann Cody receiving Alumni Humanitarian Award from President Michael Hogan. Photo by L. Brian Stauffer.</p> cody_sm.jpg Ann Cody <p><span>Alumna Ann Cody received Alumni Humanitarian Award during Commencement 2011 ceremony.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=5182011120029PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 5/11/2011 12:00:00 AM <p>Tim Nugent was the founder and director of Division of Rehabilitation Education Services (DRES), the first post-secondary disability support service program in the world. He was also responsible for many accessibility firsts. A collection of papers and photos in the University Archives details his life and accomplishments. <a href="http://www.ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=472010103811AM">Learn more about Dr. Tim Nugent</a> and <a href="http://www.library.illinois.edu/archives/archon/index.php?p=collections/controlcard&id=5724"> see the Nugent collection in the University Archives</a>.</p> tim_nugent_uniform_sm.jpg Young Tim Nugent in uniform <p><span>Papers and artifacts about Timothy J. Nugent’s personal life and career can be found in the University Archives</span></p> <p> </p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=4132011113417AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 4/12/2011 12:00:00 AM <p>Join us in celebrating the awards and accomplishments of our faculty and staff.</p> <h3>Chancellor’s Academic Professional Excellence Award (CAPE) 2011</h3> <p>Bill Goodman and Hadi Rangin received 2011 Chancellor’s Academic Professional Excellence (CAPE) awards at a reception on April 1, 2011 at the I Hotel and Conference Center. <a href="http://news.illinois.edu/ii/11/0407/cape.html">Read more about the CAPE awards</a>.</p> <h3>Chancellor’s Distinguished Staff Award 2011</h3> <p>Sherry Polson will be receiving the Chancellor's Distinguished Staff Excellence Award on April 18 at 5:30 p.m.</p> <h3>Campus Award for Excellence in Public Engagement (CAEPE) 2011</h3> <p>Julie Hengst, Associate Professor in the Department of Speech and Hearing Science, received the 2011 Campus Award for Excellence in Public Engagement (CAEPE) and was honored at a reception of February 9, 2011. <a href="http://news.illinois.edu/ii/11/0303/caepe.html">Read more about Dr. Hengst’s award</a>.</p> <h3>Campus Undergraduate Teaching Award 2011</h3> <p>Cynthia Johnson, Professor in the Department of Speech and Hearing Science, received a Campus Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching at the Celebration of Teaching Excellence ceremony held on Tuesday, April 26, 2011 in the ballroom of the Alice Campbell Alumni Center. <a href="http://news.illinois.edu/news/11/0425instruction.html">Read more about Dr. Johnson’s award</a>.</p> goldseal_sm.jpg certificate with gold seal <p><span>AHS Faculty and staff win Campus and Chancellor awards for performance, excellence, and teaching.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=418201182609AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 2/4/2011 12:00:00 AM <p>On January, 12, 2011 <a href="http://rst.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Wicks.aspx">Bruce Wicks</a> received the Dr. Martin Luther King Spirit Award, sponsored by the East St. Louis Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. The award honors those who are making a difference in the community and whose work exemplifies the spirit and values of Dr. King. Dr. Wicks is an associate professor in the Department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism.</p> bruce_wicks_sm.jpg Bruce Wicks <p><span> Associate Professor Bruce Wicks was honored with the Dr. Martin Luther King Spirit Award on January 16, 2011</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=242011112406AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 1/25/2011 12:00:00 AM <p>Movies wouldn’t be movies without drama. The current hit film, “The King’s Speech,” is no exception. Unloving parents and an abusive nanny are blamed for King George VI’s stuttering problem. But Department of Speech and Hearing Science leading speech researcher and <a href="http://shs.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Yairi.aspx">Professor Emeritus Ehud Yairi, Ph.D.</a> stated that “It is clearly time to declare that the belief that parents’ personalities or attitudes are causally related to stuttering is null and void.” <a href="http://www.stutteringhelp.org/Default.aspx?tabid=169">See Yairi’s research article</a> on early childhood stuttering, and <a href="http://blogs.wsj.com/ideas-market/2011/01/24/re-thinking-stutterers/?blog_id=182&post_id=901">read the <em>Wall Street Journal</em> blog</a> to see more comments about the movie.</p> yairi_sm.jpg Ehud Yairi <p><span>Emeritus Professor Ehud Yairi disputes that parents are to blame for stuttering as seen in “The King’s Speech.” </span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=125201130104PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 1/24/2011 12:00:00 AM <p><a href="http://rst.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Barnett-Morris.aspx">Lynn Barnett-Morris</a>, associate professor in the Department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism, noted in the <em> Huffington Post</em> regarding adult leisure activities that “We think it's a waste of time or that we could be more productive doing other things—all sorts of dumb stuff.” Dr. Barnett-Morris’s research interests include analysis of play. <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/joe-robinson/why-is-the-key-source-of-_b_809719.html"> Read the article in the <em>Huffington Post</em></a>.</p> barnett_morris_sm.jpg Lynn Barnett-Morris <p><span>“Talking about adult play is kind of taboo in our culture,” said Professor Lynn Barnett-Morris In a recent article.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=124201123351PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 12/22/2010 12:00:00 AM <p>Fourth annual symposium sponsored by the Center on Health, Aging, and Disability of the College of Applied Health Sciences and the University of Illinois Health and Wellness Research Initiative occurred on December 9, 2010. The symposium, titled “Redefining Disability: New Directions in Research and Practice,” was held at the Alice Campbell Alumni Center. Keynote speaker Dr. John McDonald, director of the International Center for Spinal Cord Injury at Kennedy Krieger Institute and associate professor in the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, agreed that interdisciplinary teams are necessary to address health care challenges. He said the biggest obstacle to finding solutions, however, is dogma. <a href="http://illinois.edu/lb/article/2617/46458">Read more about the symposium</a> and <a href=" http://ensemble.atlas.uiuc.edu/app/sites/C_ahWVih10Kqh1XJkN4UBA.aspx">view the symposium video</a>.</p> john_mcdonald_sm.jpg CHAD keynote speaker Dr. John McDonald <p><span>CHAD Symposium on Redefining Disability keynote speaker Dr. John McDonald sees dogma as obstacle.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=1222201011042PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 12/3/2010 12:00:00 AM <p>Sheri Shaw received the Larine Y. Cowan Make a Difference Award on November 10, 2010 at the <a href="http://oeoa.illinois.edu/MakeADifference.html">25th Annual Celebration of Diversity</a>. The award, presented by The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access (OEOA) at the University of Illinois was created to honor the former Director of OEOA, Larine Y. Cowan. The award identifies and recognizes those who show dedication to and are interested in the success of promoting diversity and inclusivity through teaching, research, events, and other activities. Sheri Shaw is the Director of the Mannie L. Jackson Illinois Academic Enrichment and Leadership Program (ILEAP). Congratulations, Sheri!</p> Sheri-Shaw_sm.jpg Sheri Shaw <p><span>Sheri Shaw received the Larine Y. Cowan Make a Difference Award on November 10, 2010</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=123201013938PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 10/27/2010 12:00:00 AM <p>Nugent Residence Hall was formally dedicated on Friday, October 22, 2010. Junior John Burton, pictured at left, spoke at the dedication. Nugent Hall was named after Timothy J. Nugent, who was responsible for many accessibility firsts. The residence hall is equipped with the latest in assistive features and technology. and is designed for students with disabilities, many of whom experience a sense of independence for the first time. <a href="http://news.illinois.edu/ii/10/1216/nugenthall.html">Read more about Nugent Hall</a>, <a href="http://www.ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=472010103811AM">learn more about Timothy Nugent’s contributions</a>, and <a href="http://chronicle.com/article/Disabled-Students-Declare/125777/">read the recent <em>Chronicle of Higher Education</em> article about the program</a> to see how students with disabilities feel about Nugent Hall.</p> nh_dedication_sm.jpg Nugent Hall Dedication Ceremony <p><span>Named after Timothy J. Nugent, Nugent Hall for students with disabilities was dedicated on Oct. 22, 2010</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=10272010100927AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 9/20/2010 12:00:00 AM <p><a href="http://ahs.illinois.edu/About/eNewsletters/spring10/StudentAwardWinners.aspx#chittenden">Bridget Evans</a>, the 2010 recipient of the Carol L. Chittenden Scholarship, has been a volunteer trainer with the <a href="http://www.midamericadogsfoundation.org/">Mid-America Service Dogs Foundation</a> since 2004. Her own service dog, Cole, is a constant companion, so she understands how valuable they are to people with disabilities. With the combined support of the College of Applied Health Sciences Student Council, Mid-America Service Dogs' Foundation, and the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, Bridget will enlist sophomores and juniors to help train additional service dogs. <a href="http://www.news-gazette.com/news/social-services/2010-10-18/training-service-dogs-called-first-college-campus.html">Read the News-Gazette article</a> about service dog training.</p> <p> </p> bridget_evans_sm.jpg Bridget Evans <p><span>Bridget Evans, senior in community health, will lead service dog training effort—<br /> a campus first.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=10192010121314PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 8/24/2010 12:00:00 AM <p>Leaving home for the first time is never easy for many students. But for Kelsey Rozema and others like her, life away from trusted family members and a comfortable, familiar environment can be doubly challenging. In addition to dealing with typical freshman concerns about classes, friends, food, and activities, students with severe disabilities are faced with daily challenges just getting ready to head out for class. Kelsey’s experience will be far different from many who came before her. She will live in Nugent Hall, a dorm that offers top-notch, state-of-the-art accessible features and resident Personal Assistants (PAs) who will be available to help Kelsey prepare for class each day. Thanks to Tim Nugent, for whom the residence hall is named, the University of Illinois has always been on the forefront in providing services for students with disabilities.</p> <p><a href="http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/education/ct-met-u-of-i-disability-dorm-20100818,0,2529515,full.story">See Kelsey’s move-in story in the Chicago Tribune</a>.<br /> <a href="http://www.housing.illinois.edu/Current/Halls/Nugent/About.aspx">Read more about Nugent Hall.</a>.<br /> <a href="http://www.dailyillini.com/news/2010/06/22/university-housing-anticipates-more-inclusive-community-with-new-residence-hall">See the Daily Illini story about Nugent Hall</a>.<br /> <a href="http://www.ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=472010103811AM">Learn more about Tim Nugent’s contributions</a>.</p> wheelchair_detail_sm.jpg wheelchair detail <p><span>Nugent Hall, now open, is a state-of-the-art residence hall with unique features for students with disabilities.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=8242010125813PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 6/25/2010 12:00:00 AM <p>Recently, ABC-TV <em>World News</em> included a segment about the effect of exercise on academic performance that included a short interview with <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Hillman.aspx"> Dr. Charles Hillman</a>, associate professor in kinesiology, <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/">Department of Kinesiology and Community Health</a>. Hillman’s research demonstrates that aerobic exercise just prior to a task can improve problem-solving skills.</p> hillman2_sm.jpg Charles Hillman <p><span>Associate Professor Hillman appeared in ABC-TV <em>World News</em> clip about exercise and academic performance</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=6252010125101PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 5/26/2010 12:00:00 AM <p>Professor Bo Fernhall was selected to receive the <a href="http://www.ahs.illinois.edu/Faculty/McCristalAward.aspx">King James McCristal Distinguished Scholar Award</a> for 2010. Established in 1988 in honor of a former AHS Dean, this is the College’s most prestigious recognition of faculty scholarly achievement. The award is presented annually to a faculty member in recognition of their distinguished scholarship in the field of their study.</p> bo_fernhall_sm.jpg Bo Fernhall, Ph.D. <p><span> Professor Bo Fernhall was selected to receive 2010 King James McCristal Distinguished Scholar Award</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=526201014359PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 5/12/2010 12:00:00 AM <p>Recently director Gary Crull and assistant director Jenny Linker were interviewed by WCIA-TV about the Summer Sports Fitness Program. Originally founded in 1951, this outreach program has the distinction of being one of the longest-running summer youth fitness programs in the country. The program combines physical activity and instruction with measurement and research. Kids, ages 7–12, receive instruction in team sports, individual and dual sports, adventure skills, and nutrition. The goal of the program is to encourage kids to continue a physically active lifestyle beyond the program.</p> summer_fitness_sm.jpg Summer Sports Fitness Program Activities <p><span> Gary Crull and Jenny Linker were interviewed by WCIA-TV about Summer Sports Fitness Program for kids.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=512201095842AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 4/27/2010 12:00:00 AM <p><strong>Michael Raycraft</strong>, RST and <strong>Lynn Herrmann</strong>, KCH received Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching awards. DRES recipients <strong>Angella Anderson</strong> and <strong>Kimberly Collins</strong> received the 2010 Chancellor’s Academic Professional Excellence Award (CAPE). <a href="http://news.illinois.edu/news/10/0401cape.html">Read the news story</a>.</p> <p><strong>Jean Driscoll</strong>, Associate Director of Development, is being honored by the Girls Scouts of Central Illinois as one of six honorees for the Women of Distinction Award. The award honors women for their contributions to the community and for the example they set for girls and women.</p> hands_clapping_sm.jpg hands clapping <p><span>College members receive Campus Excellence and Women of Distinction Awards</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=4272010103004AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 4/16/2010 12:00:00 AM <p>Brad Hedrick, director of the Division of Disability Resources and Educational Services, shared a short presentation with University of Illinois Board of Trustees in March. From physical access to sports, residence halls and the web, <a href="http://www.disability.illinois.edu/about/staff-directory/brad-hedrick"> Dr. Hedrick</a> discusses historical and trend-setting innovations for students with disabilities. <a href="http://oc.illinois.edu/presentations/05_Brad_Hedrick/index.html">See his presentation</a>.</p> brad_hedrick_sm.jpg Brad Hedrick <p><span>Dr. Brad Hedrick, director of the DRES, discusses accessibility and opportunities for students with disabilities.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=4162010103734AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 4/16/2010 12:00:00 AM <p><a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Graber.aspx">Dr. Kim Graber</a>, an associate professor in the <a href=" http://kch.illinois.edu/"> Department of Kinesiology and Community Health</a>, has been elected to the Executive Board of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD). She will serve as Research Consortium Secretary during 2010–12, following a three-year term as chair of the Research Consortium's AAHPERD Research Grants Committee. Dr. Graber’s research interests include children's wellness, teacher education, and the scholarship of teaching and learning. <a href="http://www.aahperd.org/rc/about/announcements/rc-welcomes-new-officers.cfm">Read more about</a> the Research Consortium’s new officers. Visit the <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Research/Labs/Pedagogy/">Pedagogical Qualitative Research Laboratory</a> to learn more about Kim’s research.</p> kim_graber_sm.jpg Kim Graber <p><span>Associate Professor Kim Graber, kinesiology, elected as AAHPERD Research Consortium Secretary.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=4162010105934AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 4/7/2010 12:00:00 AM <p>On March 10, 2010 the University of Illinois Board of Trustees approved a proposal to name a newly-constructed residence hall in honor of Timothy J. Nugent. The hall, to be named Timothy J. Nugent Hall, will house students with disabilities and provide full accessibility beyond Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements.</p> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.housing.illinois.edu/Ikenberry%20Commons%20Construction.aspx">Read more about the construction project</a> that includes Nugent Hall.</li> <li><a href="http://www.housing.illinois.edu/Ikenberry%20Commons%20Construction/Renderings.aspx">See the architect’s rendering</a> of a resident room.</li> <li><a href="http://www.uillinois.edu/trustees/agenda/March%2010,%202010/012%20mar%20Nugent%20Hall.pdf">Review the Board of Trustee proposal</a>.</li> </ul> <h2>More about Tim Nugent’s Contributions</h2> <p>Founded in 1948 by Dr. Tim Nugent, the Division of Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES) was the first post secondary disability support service program in the world. DRES began as a result of Dr. Nugent’s belief that veterans injured in WWII should nevertheless be able to take advantage of the GI bill and attend college. But their success was contingent upon removal of physical barriers that prevented entrance into buildings. To that end, Dr. Nugent built ramps in his garage and proved that these students, if given an opportunity to have access to classrooms, could succeed academically. Some of the many firsts the disability support service program is credited with includes:</p> <ul> <li>the first post-secondary institution to introduce curb cuts,</li> <li>the first fixed-route buses designed with wheelchair lifts,</li> <li>the founding of wheelchair sports,</li> <li>the development of architectural accessibility standards that were later adopted nationally.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Today, because of Dr. Tim Nugent’s contributions, the University of Illinois continues to be recognized as a national leader in disability.</p> tim_nugent2_sm.jpg Tim Nugent <p><span> <p>Newly-constructed residence hall for students with disabilities to be named Timothy J. Nugent Hall.</p> </span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=472010103811AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 2/8/2010 12:00:00 AM <p>Associate Professor <a href="http://rst.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Santos.aspx">Carla Almeida Santos</a>, Department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism, and graduate student Grace Yan suggest that genealogical tourism might represent a shift from escapism to personal enrichment. The study, published in the February issue of <em> Journal of Travel Research</em>, proposes that travel in search of family history reflects a desire for diversity of leisure interests and authentic, personal experiences. <a href="http://www.news.illinois.edu/news/10/0304tourism.html">Read more about the genealogical tourism study</a>.</p> santos_and_yan_sm.jpg Carla Santos and Grace Yan <p><span>RST Associate Professor Santos and Yan study tourism shift from escapism to personal enrichment</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=3102010103613AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 2/5/2010 12:00:00 AM <p><a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Alston.aspx">Reginald J. Alston</a>, professor in the <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/">Department of Kinesiology and Community Health</a>, received an Award for Excellence in Public Engagement on February 2, 2010. He was honored for his commitment to helping persons with disabilities by promoting their full participation in society. <a href="http://news.illinois.edu/ii/10/0204/caepe.html">Read more</a> about Dr. Alston’s contributions and the award.</p> reginald_alston_sm.jpg Reginald Alston <p><span>Professor Alston Honored with Public Engagement Award at Reception on February 2, 2010 at Beckman Institute<br /> </span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=219201023325PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 2/1/2010 12:00:00 AM <p>CHAD Symposium was held on April 5, 2010! The symposium topic was Investigating Social Determinants of Health</p> <p>To learn about CHAD Symposiums, <a href="http://chad.illinois.edu/Symposium.aspx">visit the CHAD Symposium web page</a>.</p> symposium_sm.jpg symposium <p><span>2010 CHAD Symposium: Investigating Social Determinants of Health; was held on April 5, 2010.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=292010121258PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 12/18/2009 12:00:00 AM <p>Department of Kinesiology and Community Health professor <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/McAuley.aspx">Edward McAuley</a> and research team examined the role of physical activity in alleviating the fatigue associated with depression. The study, which included breast cancer survivors and patients with mutiple sclerosis, suggests that belief in one's ability to complete the physical task at hand may be a critical component in fatigue reduction. <a href="http://news.illinois.edu/news/09/1215physical.html">Read more about the study</a>.</p> mcauley_edward_sm.jpg Professor Edward McAuley <p><span>Professor McAuley and team suggest that exercise affects depression, fatigue by boosting self-confidence.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=1218200912308PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 10/30/2009 12:00:00 AM <p><a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Hillman.aspx">Charles Hillman</a>, a professor in the <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/">Department of Kinesiology and Community Health</a>, concluded in a recent study that exercise can improve mental function immediately after exercise. During a recent interview on Good Morning America, Hillman explained how it works. Using various types of exercise equipment along with brain monitors, Hillman tested several age groups.</p> treadmill_sm.jpg running on treadmill <p><span>Professor Charles Hillman’s research linking exercise and cognition is featured on <em>Good Morning America</em>.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=1030200922220PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 9/18/2009 12:00:00 AM <p>Department of Kinesiology and Community Health professor <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/JWoods.aspx">Jeffrey Woods</a> discusses the role exercise may play in preventing influenza but warns that, while exercise may help, don’t overdo it. Additionally, studies with older adults demonstrate that exercise can extend the protective response to influenza vaccine. <a href="http://illinois.edu/lb/article/72/29398/page=1/list=list">Read more about exercise and flu</a>.</p> jeff_woods2_sm.jpg Professor Jeffrey Woods <p><span>Kinesiology professor Jeff Woods discusses exercise, immunity, and influenza.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=918200915438PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 8/21/2009 12:00:00 AM <p><a href="http://rst.illinois.edu/">Department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism</a> professors <a href="http://rst.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Shinew.aspx">Kim Shinew</a> and <a href="http://rst.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Stodolska.aspx">Monica Stodolska</a> teamed with graduate student and co-author Juan Carlos Acevedo to examine how gangs use parks, how they affect the use of parks by other residents, and how residents respond to the presence of gangs. The research article is scheduled for publication later this year in the journal Leisure Science. <a href="http://news.illinois.edu/news/09/0820gangs.html">Read more about the study</a>.</p> shinew_and_stodolska_sm.jpg Professors Kim Shinew and Monica Stodolska <p><span>RST professors Shinew and Stodolska study how gangs affect park use by other residents. <br /> </span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=8212009121618PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 8/20/2009 12:00:00 AM <p>According to the Department of Kinesiology and Community Health professor Lydia Buki, Latina women will experience a surge in cancer by 2050. Improving education, screenings, access, and cancer support care could improve the diagnosis and survival rate. <a href="http://news.illinois.edu/news/09/0728cancer.html">Learn more about rising rates of cancer</a>.</p> lydia_buki_sm.jpg Professor Lydia Buki <p><span>Cancer in Latina women will surge by 2050, says health professor Lydia Buki.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=8202009113902AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 8/4/2009 12:00:00 AM <p>Department of Kinesiology and Community Health Professor Emeritus <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/ORourke.aspx">Tom O'Rourke</a> shares his views on health-care reform in an interview with News Bureau health sciences editor Melissa Mitchell. Ultimately, health-care reform will depend on whether health care is viewed as a for-profit commodity or a human service. Spend <a href="http://illinois.edu/lb/article/72/27707/page=18/list=list">A Minute With Tom O’Rourke</a> for his views.</p> tom_orourke_sm.jpg Tom O'Rourke <p><span>Professor Emeritus Tom O’Rourke discusses health care reform.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=842009124501PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 6/3/2009 12:00:00 AM <p>Replacing peripheral-based lie detection tools with brain-based technology may not yield more truthful results, says <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Littlefield.aspx">Melissa Littlefield</a>, assistant professor in <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/">Kinesiology and Community Health</a> in a <a href="http://sth.sagepub.com/cgi/reprint/34/3/365">scientific article</a> in <em>Science, Technology & Human Values</em>. Both sets of tools rely on the same three assumptions: lies are measurable, body responses don’t need interpretation, and that truth and deception are somehow connected. <a href="http://news.illinois.edu/news/09/0601liedetection.html">Read more about lie detection research</a>.</p> melissa_littlefield_sm.jpg Assistant Professor Melissa Littlefield <p><span>Assistant Professor Melissa Littlefield discusses new deception-detection tools</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=632009125155PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 5/7/2009 12:00:00 AM <p><a href="http://shs.illinois.edu/">Department of Speech and Hearing Science</a> undergraduate student Kathleen Mettel received the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (AAAS) award for her poster competition submission. Her research was conducted as a research option in the James Scholar program. She will receive a cash prize, a framed award certificate, a one-year subscription to Science, and a mention in the spring issue of Science. The AAAS is the world’s largest federation of scientist and engineers. Kathleen also received the Frances L. Johnson Student Award at the Department of Speech and Hearing Science’s annual awards ceremony.</p> kmettel_poster_sm.jpg Kathleen Mettel <p><span>SHS Student Wins Prestigious American Academy of Arts and Sciences Award</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=58200924045PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 4/18/2009 12:00:00 AM <p>When tourists visit places like Chinatown, what they see is more fantasy than fact. What they see is not a true cultural reflection, but rather a cultural interpretation staged to attract tourists. <a href="http://www.rst.uiuc.edu/">Department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism</a> professor <a target="_parent" href="http://rst.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Santos.aspx">Carla Santos</a> and graduate student Grace Yan conducted interviews with residents who understand that creating tourism commerce is more important than creating authenticity. Grace, born and raised in China, considered herself a stranger to the culture and landscape of Chinatown. <a href="http://news.illinois.edu/news/09/0211chinatown.html">Read more about their research</a> or read <a target="_parent" href="http://www.sciencedirect.com/science?_ob=ArticleURL&_udi=B6V7Y-4V18M1T-3&_user=571676&_coverDate=10%2F31%2F2008&_rdoc=3&_fmt=high&_orig=browse&_srch=doc-info%28%23toc%235855%232008%23999649995%23730119%23FLA%23display%23Volume%29&_cdi=5855&_sort=d&_docanchor=&_ct=22&_acct=C000029040&_version=1&_urlVersion=0&_userid=571676&md5=945b075ae945fa7b494b8efc49b2cae4">the article</a> published in the <em>Annals of Tourism</em>.</p> santos_sm.jpg Carla Santos <p><span>When tourists visit places like Chinatown, what they see is more fantasy than fact.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=4202009125747PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 4/16/2009 12:00:00 AM <p><a href="http://www.rst.uiuc.edu/">Department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism</a> assistant professor <a href="http://rst.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Tainsky.aspx">Scott Tainsky</a> met with Salt Lake City Tribune reporter Ross Siler to discuss charitable work done by athletes. Articles in The Denver Post, Salt Lake Tribune, and on FOX Sports explored the validity and efficiency of player-run charitable foundations. Though many have altruistic motives, some start foundations as an extension of their own branding. As a graduate student at University of Michigan, Tainsky participated in research that measured the effectiveness of athlete-run charitable foundations by comparing mission statements against activities and funding efforts of the foundations. <a href="http://www.nassm.com/files/conf_abstracts/2008-463.pdf" target="_parent">The research paper</a> (PDF) was presented at the 2008 North American Society for Sport Management Conference.</p> bb_sm.jpg basket ball <p><span>Professor discusses charitable work done by athletes.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=420200910535PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 4/16/2009 12:00:00 AM <p>Jean Driscoll, associate director of development and alumni relations in the College of Applied Health Sciences, is a finalist for the U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame Class of 2009. The U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame exists to recognize the stellar achievements of United States Olympic and Paralympic athletes, teams and coaches. Jean is an accomplished athlete and a global advocate for disabled individuals and athletes. She is responsible for starting the <a href="http://chad.illinois.edu/Programs/IDSOP.aspx">International Disability Sport Outreach Program</a>. Jean earned a B.A. in Speech Communication with honors from the University of Illinois in 1991 and a M.S. in Rehabilitation Administration in 1993.</p> jean_driscoll_sm.jpg Jean Driscoll <p><span>AHS Alumna Jean Driscoll is a finalist for the U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=58200922228PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 4/5/2009 12:00:00 AM <p>Exercise across the lifespan improves cognitive skills including working memory, multi-tasking, and executive function. Though everyone can benefit, who more than President Obama needs these skills? He describes himself as "skinny but tough," and stays calm and sharp by staying fit. Neuro-cognitive research by <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Hillman.aspx">Charles Hillman</a>, professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Community Health explores the link between exercise and brain skills in people of all ages. "Exercise just doesn't affect muscles." <a href="http://www.torontosun.com/life/healthandfitness/2009/01/12/8001421.html">Read more about Obama, fitness</a>.</p> shoes_sm.jpg shoes <p><span>Exercise across the lifespan improves cognitive skills.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=420200911130PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 1/10/2009 12:00:00 AM <p>Caucasian and African American men have similar blood pressure readings when measured with the traditional blood pressure cuff. But central blood pressure–the pressure in the aorta near the heart–measured noninvasively by new technology presents a different picture. African American men have higher central pressure and vascular rigidity–contributing factors for heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease. Measuring central pressure could lead to earlier detection and prevention of hypertension. The study was conducted by Kevin S. Heffernan, Sae Young Jae, <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Wilund.aspx">Kenneth R. Wilund</a>, <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/JWoods.aspx">Jeffrey A. Woods</a>, and Bo Fernhall and reported in the <em>American Journal of Physiology</em>. <a href="http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/11/081117082046.htm">View details</a> »</p> malestudent_sm.jpg male student <p><span>Caucasian and African American men have similar blood pressure readings.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=420200914509PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 12/8/2008 12:00:00 AM <p>To effectively battle the ever-increasing problem of childhood obesity, kids need physical activity beyond P.E. So suggests the new “We Move the Kids” report compiled by conference roundtable participants who attended the 2005 walking conference at the University of Illinois. “There are a number of steps that can be taken to accomplish this,” said <a href="http://www.kch.uiuc.edu/">Department of Kinesiology and Community Health</a> professor <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Zhu.aspx">Weimo Zhu</a>, the lead organizer of the “Walking for Health” conference. For example, “science teachers can teach the science behind physical activity—theories about energy transfer. Or teachers can combine graphics and arts, going on a walk to look at different parts of the city.” <a href="http://www.news.uiuc.edu/news/08/0930walking.html">Read more report findings</a>.</p> weimozhu_sm.jpg Weimo Zhu <p><span>Kids need physical activity beyond P.E. to effectively battle childhood obesity.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=125200814716PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 12/5/2008 12:00:00 AM <p>From September 6–17 UI student and alumni athletes and coaches competed and coached in four sports representing four countries, capturing 24 medals and one new world record. Jessica Galli received a gold medal and set a new world record in women’s 400m wheelchair track. First-time Paralympian Anjali Forber-Pratt earned two bronze medals, setting a new personal best along the way.</p> jessicagalli_sm.jpg Jessica Galli <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Student and alumni 2008 Paralympians sparkled with gold, silver, bronze</span>.</span></p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=125200823928PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 11/21/2008 12:00:00 AM <p>Dr. Tim Nugent founded the Division of Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES) in 1948 to help returning injured veterans take advantage of the GI bill and attend college. Tim built ramps in his garage to demonstrate that injured veterans could succeed academically if they could access the classrooms. Other program firsts include curb cuts, fixed-route buses designed with wheelchair lifts, the development of architectural accessibility standards that were later adopted nationally, and the founding of wheelchair sports. See video to learn more about his contribution: <a href="http://illinois.edu/here_now/videos.html?videoID=vleXGL45DUu8yNslL5Uu7g">Tim Nugent: Creating an Accessible World</a>.</p> tim_nugent_sm.jpg Tim Nugent <p>Tim Nugent Spearheaded Accessibility Firsts</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=58200915659PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 10/24/2008 12:00:00 AM <p>Recently released comprehensive Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans report confirms what we all know—Americans, both young and adult, need to get moving to be healthy. During <a href="http://illinois.edu/lb/article/72/18005/page=23/list=list">A Minute With</a> interview, David Buchner, exercise expert and chair of the writing group that drafted the <a href="http://www.health.gov/paguidelines/guidelines/default.aspx">Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans</a>, summarized physical activity guidelines. Key recommendations for all ages include various levels of aerobic, muscle-strengthening, and bone-strengthening activities weekly as physical capabilities and age allow. Fundamental to success is choosing enjoyable activities, good access to physical-activity friendly parks, exercising with friends, and keeping a log.</p> david_buchner_sm.jpg David Buchner <p>Americans of all ages need to get moving to be healthy.</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=58200913952PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 9/3/2008 12:00:00 AM <p>Current University of Illinois student and alumni athletes and coaches will be competing and coaching in four sports representing four countries from September 6–17. Additionally, College of Applied Health Sciences alumna and Paralympic Gold Medalist Jean Driscoll was named in a White House press release as a member of the Presidential Delegation to the Beijing 2008 Summer Paralympics. She will be attending the opening ceremony of the Paralympics along with other University of Illinois Paralympians.</p> jessicagalli_sm.jpg Jessica Galli <p>Illinois athletes, coaches to compete in Beijing 2008 Summer Paralympics.</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=58200910907PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 8/26/2008 12:00:00 AM <p>Bryan McMurray, <a href="http://www.disability.uiuc.edu/">DRES</a> visual/hearing coordinator, created a first-of-its-kind Braille diploma at the request of Christie Lynn Gilson—recent University of Illinois graduate with a doctorate in special education. The diploma reflects the resurgence of interest in the tactile experience of Braille, which is often replaced by speech-recognition technologies. The Braille diploma complies with the Americans With Disabilities Act and provides an accessible commemorative document.</p> b_mcmurray_sm.jpg Brian McMurray checks Braille diploma <p>Bryan McMurray, created a first-of-its-kind Braille diploma</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=58200910536PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 8/8/2008 12:00:00 AM <p>A recent study demonstrated the growing number of health partnerhips between recreation and parks organizations and other health care professionals. Low-cost, local facilities such as ball fields, parks, and walking trails can play a key role in physical fitness and the fight against rising rates of childhood obesity, sedentary lifestyles, and chronic diseases. <a target="_parent" href="http://rst.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Payne.aspx">Laura Payne</a>, associate professor in the <a target="_parent" href="http://www.rst.uiuc.edu/">Department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism</a>, co-authored the Penn State study.</p> <p>When community leaders brainstorm ways to improve the health and well-being of youth and families, a team usually brings together doctors and health care professionals, hospitals, public health organizations and schools. But recreation and park agencies are another key player in the fight against childhood obesity, sedentary lifestyles, and chronic diseases says a new report.</p> <p>"Community recreation and parks is the health provider that you don't know about," says Andrew Mowen, Ph.D., lead author and associate professor of recreation and park management at Penn State. "Traditionally, these agencies are considered as organizers of games and sports in a town's parks or ball fields. But our study shows that 9 out of 10 recreation and park professionals are actively involved in a health partnership, sometimes several of them."</p> <p>Mowen and his research team conducted a nationwide survey of over 1,200 recreation and park administrators, who were members of the National Recreation and Park Association. Also, in-depth interviews were completed with 16 recreation professionals across the United States in order to understand key themes and issues for the survey.</p> <p>"Twenty years ago, health care providers didn't consider recreation and park professionals to be a partner in the campaigns to promote health. But in the 1990s, community-based health partnerships were starting to consider the role of recreation and parks in promoting physical activity and quality of life, since many related programs are offered by recreation and park managers," said Geoffrey Godbey, co-principal investigator of the study, and professor emeritus in the recreation, park and tourism management department.</p> <p>The study found that 88 percent said their organization was involved in a health partnership, with an average of four partnerships per agency. The most common partners were schools, public health agencies and non-profit organizations.</p> <p>Municipal recreation and parks agencies provide access to low-cost facilities such as ball fields, parks and walking trails for programs, which are highly visible and well known to local residents. Such agencies already reach out to at-risk groups targeted in health campaigns such as children, older adults, low-income and minority families.</p> <p>"Health campaigns naturally involve recreation and park departments because they provide low-cost, close-to-home opportunities for physical activity, such as trails, recreation centers, outdoor courts, and outdoor swimming facilities," says Mowen. "Parks, trails and recreation centers can also serve as settings for physical rehabilitation."</p> <p>Successful partnerships were likely to show high levels of trust among partner agencies, a recognized need for the collaboration, administrative support, and staff empowerment. Common health partnership challenges include a lack of seed funding, communication and turf issues, and garnering full support from community stakeholders such as local government or school board members. Despite these barriers, study results suggest that small, rural recreation and park departments are increasingly interested in being an active health partnership participant.</p> <p>"Having facilities is critical, but then, programs also have to be established to bring in residents and encourage them to take part," say Mowen. "Partnerships that include after-school programs, diet and nutritional information, and policy efforts to promote recreational settings should be encouraged."</p> <p>"The study was designed to provide baseline information on the state of current health partnership practices within the profession, their successes and their challenges," says the Penn State researcher. "Such information can be used to help a community effectively develop a program in health and physical activity promotion."</p> <p>Other study authors are Laura Payne, University of Illinois, and Elizabeth Oresega-Smith, University of Delaware.</p> <p>The report was sponsored by the National Recreation & Park Association and supported with a grant from the National Recreation Foundation.</p> <p><em>Original press release from Penn State.</em></p> family4_sm.jpg A family enjoys a walking trail <p>Low-cost, local facilities can play a key role in physical fitness</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=582009124740PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 7/11/2008 12:00:00 AM <p>Infants cared for by someone other than parents are heavier than their cohorts at nine months of age. Researchers <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Kim.aspx">Juhee Kim</a>, assistant professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, and Karen Peterson, Harvard School of Public Health, Boston concluded that reduced breast feeding and early introduction to solid foods may play a role in weight gain. The study, summarized on Time.com, raises questions about the relationship between early feeding practices and childhood obesity. <a href="http://archpedi.ama-assn.org/cgi/content/full/162/7/627">Read the original, scientific article</a> in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine.</p> bottle_sm.jpg Early child care feeding practices affect weight gain <p>Out-of-home child care affects weight in infants</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=582009123258PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 6/24/2008 12:00:00 AM <p>For the most accurate health information, visit the <a href="http://www.library.uiuc.edu/health/">health information portal</a>—a one-stop source that includes links to the latest articles, scientific journals, and related resources. Links are provided for more than 30 health specialties, including aging, alternative medicine, environmental health, oncology, toxicology and even veterinary medicine. AHS librarian Mary Beth Allen coordinated the portal project, a collaboration of 13 campus librarians and three graduate assistants. <a href="http://www.news.uiuc.edu/news/08/0304health.html">Read more about the health portal project</a>.</p> marybeth_allen_sm.jpg AHS librarian Mary Beth Allen <p>The health information portal is a one-stop source for the latest health information</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=582009120732PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 5/8/2008 12:00:00 AM <p>Students in the Division of <a href="http://www.disability.uiuc.edu/">Disabilty Resources and Educational Services</a> (DRES) and <a href="http://disability.illinois.edu/campus-life/delta-sigma-omicron/">Delta Sigma Omicron</a> (DSO) recently partnered with an industrial design class to create problem-solving, low-tech assistive devices for students with disabilities. Innovative designs included an award-winning chin pointer. DRES, a service unit of the <a href="http://www.ahs.uiuc.edu/">College of Applied Health Sciences</a>, ensures that individuals with disabilities participate fully in curricular, co-curricular, and vocational opportunities available at the University of Illinois. <a href="http://www.news.uiuc.edu/news/08/0501disability.html">Read more about the project</a>.</p> disability_design_sm.jpg Sears, McDonagh, and Khuri <p>DRES and industrial design students partnered for assistive device design</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=582009111951AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 4/2/2008 12:00:00 AM <p>Multiple sclerosis strikes in the prime of life and is chronic, progressive, and unpredictable. <a href="http://www.kch.uiuc.edu/">Department of Kinesiology and Community Health</a> professors <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Motl.aspx">Robert Motl</a> and <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/McAuley.aspx">Edward McAuley</a> and grad student Erin Snook have examined the role exercise plays in relieving or reducing symptoms of this crippling disease. "Those who are more physically active have more confidence in their exercise performance, are more self-confident in general, and have more confidence in their ability to manage the disease," Motl said. Continuing research will focus on how and why physical exercise affects quality of life for MS patients. <a href="http://www.news.uiuc.edu/news/08/0228multiplesclerosis.html">See article on MS research</a>.</p> motl_mcauley_snook_sm.jpg Professor Edward McAuley, grad student Erin Snook, and Assistant Professor Robert Motl <p>Exercise plays in relieving or reducing symptoms of multiple sclerosis</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=582009105255AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 3/13/2008 12:00:00 AM <p><a href="http://www.rst.uiuc.edu/">Department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism</a> professors <a href="http://rst.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Shinew.aspx">Kim Shinew</a> and <a href="http://rst.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Stodolska.aspx">Monika Stodolska</a> seek to understand how minority populations use recreational trails. What's interesting in the trail literature is that it's assumed that the trails are going to be used for jogging or bicycling and other more active types of leisure use, Stodolska said. What we found is this is not really how a lot of minorities are using this area. It's more of a passive and social type of use. To maximize health benefits among minorities, trail managers and designers must understand cultural differences. <a href="http://www.news.uiuc.edu/news/08/0204trails.html">Read more about recreation research.</a></p> lincoln_park_sm.jpg Lincoln Park gathering <p>Not all cultures use parks the same way.</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=582009103419AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 2/27/2008 12:00:00 AM <p>Research by <a href="http://www.kch.uiuc.edu/">kinesiology</a> professors Darla Castelli and <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Hillman.aspx">Charles Hillman</a> correlates aerobic fitness with academic performance. At a recent congressional briefing, Dr. Castelli presented data about the correlation demonstrating that fit children made fewer errors than sedentary ones. Aerobically fit children scored better on standardized tests in reading and mathematics. Supported by the American Heart Association, the FIT Kids Act would address fitness levels in schools.</p> fit_kids_sm.jpg children exercising <p>Aerobically fit kids scored better on standardized tests in reading and math.</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=582009102134AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 1/15/2008 12:00:00 AM <p>Led by Principal Investigator <a href="http://shs.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Watkin.aspx">Kenneth L. Watkin</a>, professor in the <a href="http://www.shs.uiuc.edu/">Department of Speech and Hearing Science</a>, researchers will modify and test battlefield helmets with smart nanotechnology sensors embedded within helmet straps and head band. Medical data will be transmitted via small cell phone-like devices to first responders and medical staff about to receive injured personnel. <a href="http://news.illinois.edu/news/08/0306helmets.html">Read more about the research</a>.</p> sensors_sm.jpg sensor for helmet <p>Kenneth L. Watkin and researchers will test battlefield helmets embedded with sensors.</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=51200933534PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 12/14/2007 12:00:00 AM <p>Jon Gunderson, Ph.D., Director of IT Accessibility at the Division of <a href="http://www.disability.uiuc.edu/">Disability Resources and Educational Services</a> (DRES), has received a $50,000 Mellon Award for Technology Collaboration to develop and release a Firefox accessibility extension. The extension will provide features for people with disabilities to navigate web resources and to support developers in designing and debugging web applications. </p> jon_gunderson_sm.jpg Jon Gunderson <p>Jon Gunderson received a $50,000 Mellon Award for a Firefox accessibility extension.</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=51200911841PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 12/5/2007 12:00:00 AM <p>Department of Kinesiology and Community Health professor <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/JWoods.aspx">Jeffrey Woods</a> and other researchers have found that exercise reduces skin inflammation and accelerates wound healing. So far, only mice have been tested but Woods expects to begin trials in the near future applying research theories to people. Woods said, "The bottom line is that if you are wounded or have a problem healing, exercise is safe and potentially beneficial." <a href="http://www.news.uiuc.edu/news/07/1128wound.html">Read theories</a> that might explain why exercise helps. <a href="http://www.news.uiuc.edu/news/07/0705exercise.html">See related article</a> on inflammation and exercise.</p> jeff_woods_sm.jpg Jeffrey Woods <p>Jeffrey Woods and other researchers have found that exercise reduces skin inflammation, speeds wound healing.</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=512009125647PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 11/28/2007 12:00:00 AM <p><a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/ORourke.aspx">Tom O'Rourke</a>, Professor Emeritus of <a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Default.aspx">Department of Kinesiology and Community Health</a>, translated rising health care costs into actual consumer goods and services for comparison to other countries. He noted, "the amount of money we are spending on health (in the United States) is absolutely ridiculous, and something needs to be done before it's too late." <a href="http://www.news.uiuc.edu/news/07/1116healthcare.html">Read how Americans fare.</a></p> tom_orourke_sm.jpg Tom O'Rourke <p>Tom O'Rourke comments on the rising health care costs compared to other countries.</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=512009114806AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 11/5/2007 12:00:00 AM <p><a href="http://kch.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Hillman.aspx">Charles Hillman</a>, professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, joins other notables on the list of 100 Most Influential Sports Educators in America announced by the Institute for International Sport and honors those who use sport to educate and build positive values. The list includes Tiger Woods, Phil Jackson, Bob Costas, and AHS Distinguished Alumnus Rainer Martens. <a href="http://www.internationalsport.org/sports-educators/individual-list.cfm">Read more about the awards and list</a>.</p> hillman_sm.jpg Charles Hillman <p>Charles Hillman joins other notables on the list of 100 Most Influential Sports Educators in America</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=512009113045AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 11/1/2007 12:00:00 AM <p>More than 300 alumni, faculty, staff, and friends attended the College of Applied Health Sciences 50th Anniversary celebration during the weekend of October 26–28, 2007. Activities included departmental open houses, a pre-game tailgate, wheelchair basketball, an anniversary gala, and recognition of our distinguished alumni.</p> homecoming50_07_sm.jpg College Celebrates 50th Anniversary <p>The College of Applied Health Sciences 50th Anniversary celebration occurred on October 26–28, 2007.</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=512009110143AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 10/10/2007 12:00:00 AM <p>Researcher <a href="http://rst.illinois.edu/Faculty/Bios/Santos.aspx">Carla Santos</a> and doctoral student explored motivations for cannabis use at home and abroad. They wanted to know if those who experiment on vacation are likely to continue using at home and considered how social forces affect behavior on vacation and at home. <a href="http://www.news.uiuc.edu/news/07/0823tourism.html">See cannabis study details</a>.</p> santos-belhassen_sm.jpg Carla Santos and Yaniv Belhassen <p>Researcher Carla Santos and doctoral student explored motivations for cannabis use at home and abroad.</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=4292009122128PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 10/10/2007 12:00:00 AM <p>Unity High School players sport high-tech helmets with encoder modules that transmit head impact data wirelessly to a laptop. Steven Broglio, professor in the <a href="http://www.kch.uiuc.edu/">Department of Kinesiology and Community Health</a> collects and analyzes the data. The team's athletic trainer also uses the information to determine if players should be removed from the game. <a href="http://www.news.uiuc.edu/news/07/0927helmets.html">Read more about helmet research</a>.</p> broglio_steven_sm.jpg Steve Broglio <p>Professor Steven Broglio collects and analyzes head impact data from high-tech sport helmets.</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=429200912301PM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT 10/10/2007 12:00:00 AM <p>Boston Marathon champion and Summer Olympic silver medalist Jean Driscoll was invited to travel to Ghana, West Africa to teach a wheelchair track camp. Jean recognized the need for ongoing, international support. <a href="http://www.chad.uiuc.edu/Programs/IDSOP.aspx">Read more about</a> Jean's experience and The International Disability Sport Outreach Program within the <a href="http://www.chad.uiuc.edu">Center on Health, Aging, and Disability</a>.</p> ghana_athletes_sm.jpg wheelchair athletes <p>Jean Driscoll was invited to travel to Ghana, West Africa to teach a wheelchair track camp.</p>http://ahs.illinois.edu/News.aspx?ID=512009104255AM Wed, 16 May 2012 17:45:14 GMT
