Georgia Southern Counseling Center associate director honored with black heritage award
快猫app短视 Assistant Professor of health and kinesiology, Ron Snarr, Jr., Ph.D., was recently selected as the co-editor for the 3rd edition of the National Strength and Conditioning Association鈥檚 (NSCA) Essentials of Personal Training textbook.
Snarr will also author two chapters in the book; one on resistance training programming and one on proper exercise techniques. The textbook serves as a resource for individuals looking to become certified as a personal trainer through the NSCA.
The NSCA is one of the leading organizations in the field of exercise science dedicated to advancing the strength and conditioning profession.
Georgia Southern Master of Kinesiology program earns Level 5 comprehensive accreditation
快猫app短视鈥檚 Master of Kinesiology with a concentration in coaching degree has earned Level 5 Comprehensive Accreditation by the United States Center for Coaching Excellence Board of Directors and the National Committee for the Accreditation of Coaching Education (NCACE). Additionally, Georgia Southern鈥檚 minor in coaching behavior was re-accredited as a Level 3 Comprehensive Accreditation.
The University鈥檚 coaching programs, housed in the Waters College of Health Professions, are one of only 29 accredited programs nationwide. NCACE accreditation signifies that Georgia Southern鈥檚 programs meet or exceed requirements in the National Standards for Sport Coaches and the NCACE accreditation guidelines.
Georgia Southern EAGLE Academy to host open house on Jan. 22
快猫app短视 College of Education will host an open house for the EAGLE Academy Inclusive Post-Secondary Education program on Tuesday, Jan. 22 from 4 to 7 p.m., room 3156 of the College of Education classroom building on the Statesboro Campus.
EAGLE Academy, named for its commitment to Equal Access to Gainful Learning and Employment, is a comprehensive transitional program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The non-degree program offers courses and internships that enhance students with life skills and assist with career aspirations. Upon completion, students earn a certificate.
The open house will be a drop-in event with presentations to be made at both 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to provide a general overview of the program as well as details on the admissions and application processes. Information on how to schedule a campus tour will also be provided.