News and Stories

John Schuna, associate professor of kinesiology, was quoted in a Washington Post article on walking pace and healthy aging.

Athletic training student gained hands-on experience providing emergency and injury care at rodeos across the Pacific Northwest, working alongside multidisciplinary healthcare teams and supporting athlete safety in high-impact environments.

Kinesiology student Kaitie Woodard gained hands-on insight at Northwest Rehabilitation Associates, shadowing physical therapists and learning how movement, teamwork and individualized care support patient recovery.

Brad Cardinal, professor of kinesiology, was featured in a national alumni spotlight for the Physical Activity and Public Health training course.

Postdoctoral scholar Franziska Loetzner has accepted a tenure-track assistant professor position in kinesiology at Indiana University Indianapolis, beginning March 1.

Tao Li's study on ACL injury prevention ROI is featured in a special Journal of Athletic Training issue, showing prevention programs save $7 for every $1 invested while reducing injuries by 50%.

OSU faculty, students and alumni teamed up to help North Lincoln Hospital improve Medicare reimbursement — a $300,000 potential impact.

Ken Cameron, ’93, received the NATA Foundation’s Medal for Distinguished Athletic Training Research, recognizing his sustained contributions to the field.

Kinesiology student Jess Durham earned a NASM personal training certification scholarship to support her professional goals in fitness and wellness.

Dancers took the spotlight at the Dec. 4 PAC Artistic and Social Dance Showcase, celebrating the talents of OSU students and instructors.

More than 20 kinesiology students helped provide health screenings to Special Olympics athletes at the Fall State Games in Portland.

Kinesiology student Isaiah Fernandez was accepted into the 2026 Puerto Rico Spring Break Program, where he’ll study health, sustainability and food security.