The second event in the Spring 2023 International Seminar Series, The FIFA World Cups of Soccer-Joy and Context, is now open for registration.
International Seminar Series event to focus on ‘sportswashing,’ February 15
Tag: School of Kinesiology and Recreation
The PodCAST: A conversation with KNR alum Nick Frangella
This episode of The PodCAST features a conversation with Nick Frangella, an alum from the School of Kinesiology and Recreation and an assistant athletic trainer for the Chicago Cubs.
Two-time kinesiology and recreation alum found her passion while on campus
Becca Krzyszkowski ’16, M.S. ’19, currently works as a recreation supervisor for the City of Brentwood in the greater St. Louis area.
‘Be willing to take positive risks’: A chance discovery becomes a passion for therapeutic recreation alum
As a Recreation Therapist II for the New Hampshire Department of Corrections (NHDOC) for Women, Mike Bassett’s ‘16 passion for the field of therapeutic recreation (TR) is evident. Seeing his passion, it might come as a surprise that he discovered the perfect major by chance.
CAST new faculty profile series: Dr. Nicky Wu, Kinesiology and Recreation
Wrapping up this week’s set of profiles is Dr. Nicky Wu, an Assistant Professor in the School Kinesiology and Recreation.
CAST new faculty profile series: Dr. Samantha McDonald, Kinesiology and Recreation
This week’s series profile features Dr. Samantha McDonald, an Assistant Professor in the School of Kinesiology and Recreation.
Therapeutic recreation students make an impact
Moving classes online for the spring semester due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation meant that many professors had to act quickly and be creative. Rachel Smith, instructional assistant professor in the School of Kinesiology and Recreation, rose to the challenge.
CAST Student Spotlight on Danielle D’amato, kinesiology and recreation
Danielle D’amato, a senior physical education teacher education major from Genoa, Illinois, doesn’t have a lot of downtime. She is a student performer in Gamma Phi Circus, a member of the Physical Education Teacher Education Club, a resident advisor, a teaching assistant, and holds two jobs for Campus Recreation: a group fitness instructor and a
Climbing the leadership ladder
“As soon as you come to ISU, know there is an opportunity for growth in all aspects,” Zaman said. “If you want to get involved or start something, the opportunity is there.”
ISU hosts therapeutic recreation summit
On April 5, more than 100 faculty and students attended the first-ever therapeutic recreation (TR) summit at Illinois State University.
