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48406:PerspMAG 8-22-07 10/17/07 12:31 PM Page 1 PE SC HOOL OF RSPECP HYSIC AL ED UCATI ON NE WS TI SUVEMM ER 200 7 LongTime Teacher Honored Horace Belmear honored with Distinguished WVA p8 Graduate Returns Bob Huggins named 21st basketball coach p12 New Minor Group fitness instruction program offered p21 Celebration FEATURED STORY School of 4.0 Grade-Point Average May Graduate, Dirk Kelley, Physical Education receives congratulations from Dean Brooks. Celebrating 17 75th Anniversary p p38 48406:PerspMAG 8-22-07 10/17/07 12:31 PM Page 2 MESSAGE FR OM THE DEAN The Transition Team, chaired by Associate Dean Ostrow, director, International Center for Performance Lynn Housner, will meet in fall 2007 to discuss proposed Excellence. office and laboratory space in the planned 3500 square Academic Programs foot building. Strategic Plan Update Also within the ongoing changes, effective fall 2007 the G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G arm wishes to you and your family as you enjoy the summer vacation. Although most University stu - School’s proposed reorganization structure along with the Each academic program has updated their strategic Wdents are away for the summer season, we are taking advantage of this "down time" to move forward with exciting new proposed name for the School and departments will be plans, with a focus on three mission areas: research/scholar - plans, including the ongoing transition to a state of the art facility and a shift of organizational structure. reflected as shown on at the bottom of previous page. ship, teaching, and service. Within each mission, goals are Transition Team Update developed, i.e., research/scholarship – obtaining grants and G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G Follow the Leader conducting research; teaching – introducing technology into Initiative Introduced The Office of the Provost and the Office of the Dean supported the School of the classroom; and service – serving as an officer in a nation - G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G Physical Education’s Transition Team proposal to move to a new facility within the next 3- al/state professional organization. The School’s strategic plan 5 years. The new facility will be located on the Evansdale Campus and will contain state- The Dean’s Office conducted the first Follow-the- goals were developed and a time is used to complete the goals of-the-art technology-based classrooms, computer laboratory space, and office space for Leader Program during the 2007 spring semester. The over a five year time period. faculty and staff. The School of Physical Education will gain access to the WVU program targets graduating seniors who plan to pursue a career in higher education administration and/or sport Alumni Activities Recreation Center to teach basic instruction classes and physical education teacher edu - G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G cation classes, enhancing our existing outstanding educational learning environment. management/administration. The Dean’s Office hosted a luncheon reception on Dr Lynn Housner will serve as interim Chair for the Coaching and Teaching Studies The four students selected for the 2007 spring program January 19, 2007 in the Northern Virginia area with Dr. Department and Dr. Jack Watson will serve as interim Chair for the Sport Sciences were Evan Favocci , Dirk Kelley , Christopher Rivera, Linda Carson, Ware Distinguished Professor, as speaker. and . Along with Dean Dana Brooks, Department. Drs. Housner and Watson will provide the leadership necessary to develop Meghan Sternart Guests included Mary Wykle , Ken Teed , Sam Huff , Associate Dean Lynn Housner, School of Physical the two new departments as outlined in the new re-organization structure. I plan to Sue Thompson and Dr. Mike Davis , CEO, appoint two new Departments Chair Search and Screen Committees for the Fall, 2007. It is anticipated the two new AAHPERD. While in the greater D.C. region, Department Chairs will be hired by August 15, 2008. Linda also made a presentation before West Virginia congressional representatives and their aides at the Senate Hart Building. Dean Brooks attended, as well. College of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences (tentative) WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE MANAGER ASSOCIATE DEAN DEAN Academic Affairs Business Operations and Research Expert Fund Raising & Education; Terri Howes, Associate Athletic Director, WVU Business Office Development Department of Intercollegiate Athletics; Jennifer McIntosh, Executive Director, WVU Office of Social Staff Justice; Ed Pastilong, Director, WVU Department of Intercollegiate Athletics; and Dave Taylor, Director, WVU DIRECTOR DIRECTOR DIRECTOR Recreation Center also offered their professional expertise Lifetime Activities Motor Development International Center for to the students. Shown (from left in photo) Terri Howes and daughter, Blake, Programs Center Performance Excellence Dean Brooks, and Linda Burdette. Each student met with the team leaders during the 2007 spring semester to observe "a day in the life of an The School also hosted a half time reception, January 17, SPORT SCIENCES COACHING & TEACHING STUDIES administrator." Additionally, the students attended an ori - 2007 during the men’s basketball game against University of DEPARTMENT CHAIR DEPARTMENT CHAIR entation meeting, kept a log of team discussions, and South Florida. Faculty, staff, and graduate assistants enjoyed • Athletic Training • Athletic Coaching visiting with alumni and friends before heading back to the • Sport & Exercise Psychology • Basic Instruction Program attended the annual National AAHPERD Convention held • Sport Management • Physical Education Teacher Education in Baltimore. game and cheering on the team to a 69-58 win over USF. Students also met with Professor Bruce Wilmoth, activity director, National Youth Sport Program and Dr. Andrew G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G 2 Perspective. School of Physical Education Newsletter, Summer 2007 Perspective. School of Physical Education Newsletter, Summer 2007 3 48406:PerspMAG 8-22-07 10/17/07 12:31 PM Page 4 Alumni activities continued Anniversary will celebrate important milestones in our history, Other events hosted by the Dean’s Office include the while highlighting significant achievements, and emphasizing National Leader in Healthy Lifestyles, Capital Classic Luncheon, January 24, 2007 for School the future of the School of Physical Education. Fitness & Education to Speak April 19 G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G guests in the Charleston area. The School of PE also wel - The 75th Anniversary Celebration will affect School comed alumni and faculty in March at a social during the awareness while targeting the West Virginia University com - Michael G. Davis, P.E.D., chief executive officer, resources, professional support and development opportuni - AAHPERD Conference in Baltimore. This May, the Dean munity, local, regional and multi-state arenas to communi - American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, ties and encourages and disseminates research to help prac - and area alumni and faculty enjoyed a day on the links at cate key messages and events. Stonewall Resort prior to a retreat with WVU Tech Athletic Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD), spoke about cre - titioners improve their skills and so further the health and Coaching Education faculty. Throughout the year, there will be many activities and ative and life-enhancing lifestyles for all Americans on well being of the American public. events celebrating the 75th Anniversary. To review a prelim - April 19, 2007. 75th Anniversary Celebration inary Anniversary Celebration time line including existing "Mike brings an important perspective to the Alliance G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G G organization. We are fortunate that he is available to share dates, please see the Anniversary event calendar on the Coordinated through WVU School of Physical his vision with our School of Physical Education Visiting During the upcoming 2007-2008 academic year the inside back cover of this newsletter. More dates and events Education, the presentation highlighted AAHPERD, the School of Physical Education will celebrate its 75th Anniversary will be announced in the future. largest organization of professionals supporting and assisting Committee, faculty and staff," explains Dean Dana Brooks, to showcase the school’s history, vision and mission as we con - those involved in physical education, leisure, fitness, dance, School of Physical Education.