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Doctoral Program Graduates

Richard Baird, PhD

Exercise Science, 2022 (Second PhD)

Dissertation Title: Metabolic profiling of firefighter plasma using 1H NMR platform following curcumin, ketone supplementations and carbohydrate restricted diet benefits for oxidative stress suppression

Professor at Mississippi State University

Marissa Bello, PhD

Exercise Science, 2022

Dissertation Title: The impact of high vs. low resistance training on measures of muscle activation, strength, body composition, and hormonal markers

Visiting Professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham

Robert Booker, PhD

Exercise Science, 2021

Dissertation Title: Multi-cohort examination of sedentary behavior, physical activity, and metabolic syndrome

Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Northwestern Medicine

Poram Choi, PhD

Exercise Science, 2021

Dissertation Title: Feasibility of delivering fall prevention intervention for people with intellectual disability in group-homes

Lecturer at Sonoma State University

Qun Fang, PhD

Exercise Science, 2021

Dissertation Title: Age-related effects on hemispheric lateralization and motor asymmetry: an EEG study

Assistant Professor at Qingdao University

Dae Eun Kim, PhD

Sport Studies, 2021

Dissertation Title: Sport venue quality: Measurement, and its impact on spectator’s sustained consumption intentions

Instructor at Mississippi State University

Sachini Kodithuwakku Arachchige, MD, PhD

Exercise Science, 2022

Dissertation Title: A biomechanical approach to prevent falls in ergonomic settings

Assistant Professor at Weber State University

Ben Krings, PhD

Exercise Science, 2018

Dissertation Title: The importance of carbohydrate timing during high-intensity training while consuming a low carbohydrate diet

Assistant Professor at University of Wisconsin Platteville

Ffion Price, PhD

Exercise Science, 2021

Dissertation Title: Macronutrient intake: A multi-sport study of female division I collegiate athletes

Teacher at Calon Cymru High School – Wales

Yonjoong Ryuh, PhD

Exercise Science, 2020

Dissertation Title: Impact of acute aerobic exercise on motor learning and executive function in adults with intellectual disabilities

Assistant Professor at Sonoma State University

Jeffrey Simpson, PhD

Exercise Science, 2018

Dissertation Title: Biomechanics of functional and dynamic tasks in individuals with chronic ankle instability

Assistant Professor at the University of West Florida

Kelsey Slater, PhD

Sport Studies, 2021

Dissertation title: Using social media as a communication tool: A study of ministries of sport and sport for development and peace organizations in Sub-Saharan Africa

Assistant Professor at North Dakota State University

Alana Turner, PhD

Exercise Science, 2022

Dissertation title: Assessment of postural, locomotor, and physical fitness status in individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Assistant Professor at Coastal Carolina University

Hunter Waldman, PhD

Exercise Science, 2019

Dissertation title: Effects of a 28-day carbohydrate-restricted diet on metabolic and performance markers in professional firefighters

Assistant Professor at the University of North Alabama

Jim Watkins, PhD

Sport Studies, 2019

Dissertation title: Shaping the Southeastern Conference: Commercialization and deregulation during the Great Depression and World War II

Assistant Professor at the University of North Alabama