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Inclusive Physical Activity Laboratory
Inside the Mind of Andy Pitchford
Meet Andy Pitchford, whose research in adapted physical education is transforming fitness assessment and opportunities for students with disabilities.
Pitchford receives $900k Autism-FIRST grant
Assistant Professor Andrew Pitchford received a three-year, $900,000 Autism FIRST grant (Field-Initiated Research Study) from the Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) Maternal and Child Health Bureau.
Pitchford selected for Valley BioHealth Fellow in OSU Research Advancement Academy
The academy aims to support early and mid-career faculty to develop leadership skills and grow their successful research programs by leading large transdisciplinary proposals and funded research programs.
Pitchford elected as president of NAFAPA
Assistant Professor Andy Pitchford was voted president of the North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity. Congrats, Andy!
Loetzner elected as secretary of NAFAPA
Franziska Loetzner, PhD, a postdoctoral scholar working with Assistant Professor Andy Pitchford, was voted secretary of the North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity (NAFAPA). Congratulations, Franziska!
Loetzner joins as new postdoctoral scholar in iPAL
Franziska Loetzner, PhD, has joined the School of Exercise, Sport, and Health Sciences as a postdoctoral scholar.
Pitchford receives research award from NCPEID
The award recognizes individuals for their scholarly contribution through distinguished research in physical education or physical activity for individuals with disabilities.
Kinesiology alums reunite for Special Olympics research
Three U-M Kinesiology alumni reunite to conduct research at Special Olympics Unified Cup, studying physical activity patterns in athletes with and without intellectual disabilities.