Review the opportunities from Michigan State University and the department for undergraduate students.
Description
The award is presented to students who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to the value of diversity or multiculturalism within the University or outside the University community. Specific examples can include initiatives/programs that explore a range of themes such as diversity of cultures, religions, and abilities and are programs that have become a part of the University’s infrastructure and are sustainable.
Nomination Procedures
Further information about the Excellence in Diversity Award Program (including nomination procedures and forms) is available on the Office for Inclusion and Intercultural Initiatives web site.
Recipients
| 2005 | Hunter Ignatoski |
| 2002 | Matthew Gerhardt |
Description
This award is given to a senior student in kinesiology whose academic and professional achievements are exemplary. Criteria: (a) kinesiology major; (b) current senior standing; and (c) minimum GPA of 3.50.
Nomination Procedures
Students who wish to be considered for the Outstanding Senior Award should submit the following materials to the KIN Office in 134 IM Sports Circle. Mark the application attention to Mr. George Harnick, Undergraduate Coordinator. The application deadline is March 15 or as announced via the KIN listserv.
Recipients
| 2013 | Ryan Hulteen and Deanna Phelan |
| 2012 | Alaina Vince |
| 2011 | Allison Pomerantz |
| 2010 | Lindsey Polinko |
| 2009 | Maria Feldpausch and Kelly Mattran |
| 2008 | Katie Lawrence |
| 2007 | Rachel Berent |
| 2006 | Lucas VanEtten |
| 2005 | Rebecca McNabb |
| 2004 | Sean Newsome |
| 2003 | Leslie Bruno |
| 2002 | Jamie Cooper |
| 2001 | Cristi Dikeou |
| 2000 | Becky Beyers |
| 1999 | Matthew Kolar |
| 1998 | Kristen Polzien |
| 1997 | Kirstin Frederickson |
| 1996 | Heath Plaxton |
| 1995 | Kirsten Waligora |
Description
This award is given to a junior or senior student in kinesiology whose academic achievement is strong and whose involvement in community service activities is exemplary. Criteria: (a) kinesiology major; (b) current junior or senior standing; and (c) minimum GPA of 3.00.
Nomination Procedures
Students who wish to be considered for the Community Service Award should submit the following materials to the KIN Office in 134 IM Sports Circle. Mark the application attention to Mr. George Harnick, Undergraduate Coordinator. The application deadline is March 15 or as announced via the KIN listserv.
Recipients
| 2013 | Adriel Egner |
| 2012 | McKayla Hanson |
| 2011 | Kelly Lange |
| 2010 | Kelly Montgomery |
| 2009 | Jillian Kwiecien |
| 2008 | Amy Schmidt |
| 2007 | Rachel Berent |
| 2006 | Margaret T. Giddens |
| 2005 | Renee O’Connell |
| 2004 | Brooke Murphy |
| 2003 | Kathleen Riegert |
| 2002 | Heather Klomparens |
| 2001 | Stacey Wesolek |
| 2000 | Kristin Davis |
| 1999 | Kelli Camecki |
| 1998 | Christina Witulski |
Description
The KIN Research Fellowship recognizes outstanding research conducted and disseminated by a KIN undergraduate or graduate student. One or more awards of $750 are presented each year during the spring semester, with the number of award depending upon available funding. The fellowship is made available through an anonymous donation and supplementary funding from the Department of Kinesiology. The KIN Research Fellowship formerly was called the KIN Student Presentation Award. Changes in the title and criteria were adopted in Fall 2006.
Nomination Procedures
Application procedures and forms are available for download. The application deadline is March 15 annually.
Graduate Student Recipients
| 2010 | Ryan Flett | ||
| 2009 | Clemens Drenowatz | ||
| 2008 | Graig Chow | Lanay M. Mudd | |
| 2007 | Todd A. Gilson | Lanay M. Mudd | Jennifer Stiller |
| 2006 | Adam Bruenger | Teresa Hepler | Josh Ode |
| 2005 | Ryan Hedstrom | Craig Paiement | |
| 2004 | Craig Paiement | Nick Myers | |
| 2003 | Aaron Moffett | Candice Perkins | Nick Myers |
| 2002 | Angela DiPasquale | ||
| 2001 | Dawn Podulka | ||
| 1999 | Karin Allor | Leapetswe Malete |
Description
The Ronnie P. Barnes Award was established in 2002 and is presented to the undergraduate student athletic trainer who has demonstrated outstanding achievements and leadership in support of undergraduate athletic training at Michigan State University.
Nomination Procedures
All undergraduate student athletic trainers are considered for this award. The award is presented by the Michigan State University Athletic Training Staff and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Description
The Hough Memorial Scholarship was established in 1998 and is presented to a student athletic trainer who displays excellence in both the academic and clinical athletic training settings. This award is presented in memory of Dr. David O. Hough, a long time friend, team physician, and former Director of Sports Medicine at Michigan State University.
Nomination Procedures
All undergraduate student athletic trainers are considered for this award. The award is presented by the Michigan State University Athletic Training Staff.
Description
The Mack scholarship will be given to undergraduate student(s) enrolled in a College of Education with a major in Kinesiology pursuing a teaching certification in Physical Education. Recipient(s) shall be selected on the basis of strong academic performance and financial need.
Nomination Procedures
The Mack Endowed Scholarship in Education is administered by the College of Education.
Description
This award is presented in memory of Ray J. Saltzman, a former Michigan State University student athletic trainer. This award is presented to those student athletic trainers who have demonstrated outstanding achievement and dedication in support of Michigan State University athletics. The Saltzman Award is presented by the MSU Alumni Club of Oakland County.
Nomination Procedures
All undergraduate student athletic trainers are considered for this award. The award is presented by the Michigan State University Athletic Training Staff and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Description
These awards are presented to student athletic trainers who have demonstrated outstanding academic excellence and achievement at Michigan State University. The awards, initiated in 2002, are presented by Michigan State University Sports Medicine Staff.
Nomination Procedures
All undergraduate student athletic trainers are considered for this award. The award is presented by the Michigan State University Athletic Training Staff and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Description
This endowed scholarship honors Thomas W. Smith’s distinguished career as the baseball coach at Michigan State University, his alma mater. The scholarship is awarded annually to an undergraduate student in the Department of Kinesiology.
Nomination Procedures
This award is administered through the College of Education.
Description
The William W. Heusner Endowed Fellowship was established in 2003 to recognize outstanding graduate students who are pursuing a master’s or doctoral degree in the Department of Kinesiology with an emphasis in exercise physiology.
Nomination Procedures
The William W. Heusner Fellowship is administered by the College of Education.
Description
This fellowship recognizes graduate students in the Department of Kinesiology who have demonstrated exemplary motivation and capacity to achieve educational and professional goals, and initiative to go beyond ordinary expectations in their professional behavior and development. The fellowship was initiated in 1994, and is funded primarily by donations from department faculty members.
Nomination Procedures
The KIN Endowed Fellowship is administered by the College of Education.
Description
The KIN Research Fellowship recognizes outstanding research conducted and disseminated by a KIN undergraduate or graduate student. One or more awards of $750 are presented each year during the spring semester, with the number of award depending upon available funding. The fellowship is made available through an anonymous donation and supplementary funding from the Department of Kinesiology. The KIN Research Fellowship formerly was called the KIN Student Presentation Award. Changes in the title and criteria were adopted in Fall 2006.
Nomination Procedures
Application procedures and forms are available for download. The application deadline is March 15 annually.
Description
Recipients shall be admitted students in the Department of Kinesiology at the Ph.D. level and shall be selected on the basis of their research interests in one or more of the following areas: Adapted Physical Activity, Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Growth and Motor Development, Psychosocial Aspects of Sport and Physical Activity.
Nomination Procedures
The Montoye Scholarship is administered by the College of Education.
Description
This award in the form of teaching assistantships is named after Janet A. Wessel, a professor emeritus of this department and one of the pioneers in adapted physical education. Recipients of these assistantships will work in either the swimming or gymnasium section of the lab associated with KIN 465 – Adapted Physical Activity. A $300 stipend per semester per activity (swimming or gymnasium) is awarded. Criteria: (a) Kinesiology major; (b) undergraduate or graduate student – preference given to undergraduates; (c) must have completed KIN 465 or equivalent course at other university; (d) minimum GPA of 3.00; and (e) first aid and CPR certification.
Application Procedures
Interested students should submit a letter of application and evidence that they satisfy the award criteria to the Director of the Sports Skills Program.
Description
The Wohlgamuth Fellowship was established by Douglas and Carol Rearick for the purpose of supporting a graduate student who is committed to studying the problems surrounding the participation of youth in sports programs. Applicants are judged on the basis of demonstrated academic achievement, demonstrated scholarship, overall quality of a submitted research proposal, understanding of issues related to youth sports, and the ability to implement a research project related to current initiatives of the Institute for the Study of Youth Sports. The scholarship provides a stipend of approximately $14,500.
Nomination Procedures
The purpose of this fellowship is to support a master’s or doctoral student who is conducting research in the area of youth sports. Interested students must be accepted into a graduate program in the Department of Kinesiology and must maintain student status during the year of the scholarship. Interested students must submit a letter of application, a research proposal, college transcripts, a resume of professional activities, and letters of recommendation to the Director of the Institute for the Study of Youth Sports. The recipient is expected to work closely with a faculty member of the Institute for the Study of Youth Sports. For more information, or to submit an application for the Wohlgamuth Memorial Fellowship, contact the Director of the Institute for the Study of Youth Sports.
Description
The Zisholz Award is presented to a graduate student athletic trainer in recognition of outstanding scholarship and service as an athletic trainer.
Nomination Procedures
All graduate student athletic trainers are considered for this award. The award is presented by the Michigan State University Athletic Training Staff.