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Students recognized at fall 2011 graduation events
Sen. Daryl Beall delivered the keynote address at the ISU College of Human Sciences graduation celebration, which kicked off events for new baccaulaureates through doctors of philosophy. |
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Kick off Healthiest State Initiative with 'Start Somewhere Walk'
Join Iowa Staters and 250,000 Iowans in a 1-kilometer "Start Somewhere Walk" to kick off the Healthiest State Initiative, Oct. 7 at noon. |
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Pease Family Scholar to address physical fitness, mental health, Oct. 13
Bradley Hatfield, visiting Pease Family Scholar, will lecture on mental health and physical fitness, Thursday, Oct. 13, at 7 p.m., in the Memorial Union. |
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Fledgling firms offer new takes on fitness
From aerobics to zumba dancing, fitness trends have revolutionized the way people become active. |
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Running into success: Kinesiology student showcases research at Capitol
Ross Hanson, an exercise science and pre-physical therapy student from Decorah, recently showcased his honors research project, "Psychological Effects of Cross Training in Competitive Adolescent Athletes" at the annual Research in the Capitol Day, March 22. |
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Kinesiology department revamps options, adds minors
Starting next fall, new and prospective students at Iowa State University will see revised options in the kinesiology and health major that reflect national enrollment trends and allow students to better identify which career track is right for them. |
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Tool determines likelihood of becoming obese
One way to reduce the nation’s childhood obesity epidemic is to identify children who may be predisposed for obesity before they become overweight or obese. That’s why a pair of Iowa State University researchers has developed the Family Nutrition and Physical Activity (FNPA) Screening Tool. |
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Iowa State alum competes for Miss America crown
Pauli Mayfield ('08 kinesiology and health) will compete for the crown of Miss America Jan. 15, and through her platform, will be promoting the mentorship of America's kids. |
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ISU experience key in scoring internship with NFL team
Few sports fans ever get a chance to meet their favorite players face-to-face. But for one driven Iowa State University student, hard work and dedication paid off during a whirlwind summer internship where he spent hours each day alongside players from his lifelong favorite team— the Dallas Cowboys. |
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Fitness, fatness, and health outcomes topic of Nov. 11 lecture
Steven Blair, 2010-11 Hilton Chair, will present “Physical Activity or Body Weight: Which Is More Important for Your Health” on Nov. 11 at 8 p.m. in the Memorial Union Great Hall. |
