Deborah J. Buswell, Ph.D
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Deborah J. Buswell, Ph.D. Associate Professor
James I. Perkins College of Education Department of Kinesiology and Health Science
Stephen F. Austin State University P.O. Box 13015
Nacogdoches, TX 75962
Office: 936-468-1661 [email protected] EDUCATION: Ph.D. 1999 Texas Woman’s University Adapted and Developmental Physical Education Dissertation: Scholarly Publications by Women Adapted Physical Activity Professionals
M.S. 1993 Baylor University Education B.S. 1985 University of Maine Physical Education PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Stephen F. Austin State University Interim Department Chair
Kinesiology and Health Science Associate Professor (tenured 2009) Full Member Graduate Faculty
Sept, 2013-June 2014 2007-present 2010-present
Courses Taught: KIN 332 - Health and Kinesiology for Young Children KIN 487 - Activities for Special Populations KIN 470 - Senior Seminar KIN 545 - Current Trends & Issues in Physical Education KIN 565 - Role of Sports in Society KIN 475 - Special Problems KIN 462 - Motor Learning
Stephen F. Austin State University
Assistant Professor Associate Member Graduate Faculty Kinesiology and Health Science
2005-2007
Courses Taught: KIN 120 - Foundations of Kinesiology KIN 332 - Health and Kinesiology for Young Children KIN 487 - Activities for Special Populations KIN 470 - Senior Seminar KIN 545 - Current Trends & Issues in Physical Education
Texas State University-San Marcos Assistant Professor & Graduate Faculty 1999-2005
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Health, Physical Education & Recreation Courses Taught: PE 3321 - Physical Activities for Elementary Students
PE 3322 - Theory of Sport Techniques PE 3329 - Introduction to Motor Learning PE 4323 - Adapted Physical Education PE 4337 - Special Problems in Health and Physical Education ED 4380 - Student Teaching Supervision (All-Level) ED 4381 - Student Teaching Supervision (Secondary) PE 5311 - Programming in Adapted Physical Education
Texas State University-San Marcos Doctoral Faculty College of Education
2002-2005
Ph.D. Program Responsibilities: Ph.D. Academic Program Advisor Ph.D. Qualifying Examination Evaluator Ph.D. Comprehensive Examination Evaluator
2002-2005 2003, 2005 2004
Caldwell County Special Education Cooperative, Lockhart, TX
Adapted Physical Education Consultant (APE assessments)
2002-2004
Texas Woman’s University Graduate Research Assistant
Institute for Research on Women’s Health 1998-1999
Wise County Special Education Cooperative, Decatur, TX
Adapted Physical Education Specialist 1994-1999
Baylor University Graduate Assistant
Physical Education 1991-1993
White Mountains Regional School District, Lancaster, NH
Physical Education/Health Teacher (K-8)
1986-1991
THESIS COMMITTEES Member, Thesis Committee, Earlkisha Mayberry, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2015
The role of acceptability of attitudes toward dating violence amongst individual and team sports
Director, Thesis Committee, Lacee' C. Carmon, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2010 Factors in career development of black women head coaches in Division I athletics Member, Thesis Committee, Delbert Graves, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2008
The relationship between perceived physical competence and fundamental motor skill performance in young children
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BOOKS / CD-ROM:
Silliman-French, L., & Buswell, D. J. (Eds). (2017). TAHPERD: Adapted physical education manual of best practices: Administrative guidelines and polices (3rd ed.). Austin, TX: TAHPERD.
Buswell, D. J. (Ed.). (2017). Partners in physical education: A vocational program for training secondary students in general education to educate students with special needs. Austin, TX: TAHPERD. Retrieved from http://www.tahperd.org/web/images/pdfs/about%20us/ divisions/APE_Partners_In_PE_Manual.pdf
Thelen, L. (Editor-in-Chief), French, R., Silliman-French, L., Hilgenbrinck, L., Buswell, D., & Everett, D. (Editorial Support). (2012). Autism & adapted physical education. Austin, TX: TAHPERD.
Silliman-French, L. & Buswell, D. J. (Eds.). (2008). TAHPERD: Adapted physical education manual of best practices: Administrative guidelines and policies (2nd ed.). Austin, TX: TAHPERD.
Buswell, D. J. (2004). Instructor’s Resource CD-ROM for Adapted physical activity, recreation,
and sport: Crossdisciplinary and lifespan (6th ed.). Madison, WI: McGraw Hill. CD-ROM Includes the following materials:
Brownstone Computerized Test Bank – for both IBM and Macintosh Includes over 1,700 questions that comprehensively cover all 28 chapters. Instructor’s Manual - Includes overview of textbook, teaching principles for adapted physical activity, class activities, chapter outlines, chapter handouts, resource lists, and extensive student learning activities. PowerPoint Slides - Includes over 1,500 slides that comprehensively cover all 28 chapters.
Buswell, D. J. (2004). Online student practice quizzes: for Adapted physical activity, recreation,
and sport: Crossdisciplinary and lifespan (6th ed.). Madison, WI: McGraw Hill. Includes over 400 questions covering 28 chapters – resource available to students via Online Learning Center.
Sherrill, C., & Buswell, D. J. (1998). Instructor’s Manual: Adapted physical activity, recreation,
and sport: Crossdisciplinary and lifespan (5th ed.). Madison, WI: McGraw Hill. Includes IBM and Macintosh Test Pak
JURIED JOURNAL ARTICLES: Buswell, D. J., & Leriou, F. (2007). Perceived benefits of students' service-learning experiences
with hippotherapy. Palaestra, 23 (1), 20-25.
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French, R., Silliman-French, L., & Buswell, D. J. (2007). Appropriate physical education service for all students. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 75(2), 13-14.
Buswell, D. J., & James, G. (July, 2006). Sensation seeking in Texas HPER and elementary
education students. LARNet – The Cyber Journal of Applied Leisure and Recreation Research. Retrieved October 1, 2006, from http://www.nccu.edu/larnet/2006-03.html
Erickson, E., Buswell, D. J., & Passo, M. (2003). Adaptive equipment used for wilderness
expeditions. Palaestra, 19(3), 25-31. Buswell, D. J., Sherrill, C., French, R., & Myers, B. (2001). Perspectives of publication among
highly productive women adapted physical activity scholars. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 18, 366-388.
Buswell, D. J. (2000). In memory of Jean Tague. Palaestra, 16(4), 52. Buswell, D. J. (1997). Considering the time demands, should beginning physical education
teachers be allowed to coach. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 68(2), 59.
INVITED ARTICLES:
• This is an annual submission for the APENS Exam that is updated with new information as appropriate based on changes the organization that oversees the National Standards Examination makes.
*Buswell, D. J. (2017). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Fort Worth with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 85(3), 14-15.
*Buswell, D. J. (2016). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Galveston with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 84(3), 14-15.
*Buswell, D. J. (2015). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Dallas with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Retrieved from http://www.tahperd.org/web/images/pdfs/events/conv15_APENS.pdf
*Buswell, D. J. (2015). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Dallas with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Journal, 83(3), 14-15.
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*Buswell, D. J. (2015). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be administered in San Marcos with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Retrieved from http://www.tahperd.org/LINKS/SUB_LINKS/MEETINGS_EXHIBITS/meetings_pdfs/ summ15_APENSExamInfo.pdf
*Buswell, D. J. (2014). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Galveston with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 82(3), 12-13.
*Buswell, D. J. (2014). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Frisco with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Retrieved from http://www.tahperd.org/LINKS/SUB_LINKS/MEETINGS_EXHIBITS/meetings_pdfs/ summ14_APENSExamInfo.pdf
*Buswell, D. J. (2013). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Dallas with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 81(4), 14-15.
*Buswell, D. J. (2013). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in San Marcos with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Retrieved from http://www.tahperd.org/LINKS/SUB_LINKS/MEETINGS_EXHIBITS/meetings_pdfs/ summ13_APENSExamInfo.pdf
*Buswell, D. J. (2012). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Galveston with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 81(1), 13-14.
*Buswell, D. J. (2011). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Dallas with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 80(1), 30.
*Buswell, D. J. (2010). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Galveston with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 79(1), 28.
*Buswell, D. J. (2009). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Arlington with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 78(1), 26.
*Buswell, D. J. (2008). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Corpus Christi with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 77(1), 28.
Poindexter, H. B., & Buswell, D. J. (2008). In memory of G. Ann Uhlir: Her legacy and her
dash. The Chronicle of Kinesiology and Physical Education in Higher Education, 19(2), 19-20.
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*Buswell, D. J. (2007). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Galveston with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 76(1), 26.
*Buswell, D. J. (2006). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Fort Worth with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 75(1), 26.
*Buswell, D. J. (2006). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Fort Worth with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Retrieved from http://www.tahperd.org/LINKS/SUB_LINKS/MEETINGS_EXHIBITS/meetings_pdfs/ conv06_apens_article.pdf
*Buswell, D. J. (2006). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Waco with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 74(3).
*Buswell, D. J. (2005). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Corpus Christi with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 74(1), 24.
*Buswell, D. J. (2004). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Arlington with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 73(1), 20.
Cantu, C. & Buswell, D. J. (2003). Adapted P.E.: A vital contribution to health and well-being.
Exceptional Parent, 33(10), 58-61. *Buswell, D. J. (2003). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Galveston with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 72(1), 57.
*Buswell, D. J. (2002). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Fort Worth with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 71(1), 24.
*Buswell, D. J. (2001). Adapted Physical Education National Standards Examination to be
administered in Corpus Christi with on-site registration available. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal, 70(1), 28.
Buswell, D. J. (1999). Scholarly publication by women adapted physical activity professionals.
Doctoral dissertation, Texas Woman’s University, Denton. Reprint Eugene, OR: Microform Publications of Human Movement Studies Bulletin, 14(2), 1.
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NEWSLETTER ARTICLES: Buswell, D. J. (2009). Scholarly publications [Electronic version]. The Chronicle of Kinesiology
and Physical Education in Higher Education, 20(1), 28-32. Buswell, D. J. (2008). Scholarly publications [Electronic version]. The Chronicle of Kinesiology
and Physical Education in Higher Education, 19(3), 26-30. Buswell, D. J. (2008). Scholarly publications. The Chronicle of Kinesiology and Physical
Education in Higher Education, 19(2), 2, 7-8. Buswell, D. J. (2008). Scholarly publications, The Chronicle of Kinesiology and Physical
Education in Higher Education, 19(1), 2, 17-18. Buswell, D. J. (2003). Letter from the Editor, Advocate, 31(3), 7. Buswell, D. J. (2003). Adapted Physical Activity Council Awards, Advocate, 31(2), 2-3. Buswell, D. J. (2003). APAC Special Recognition Awards, Advocate, 31(2), 3-4. Buswell, D. J. (2002). Special Olympics, USA, Advocate, 30(3), 3. Buswell, D. J. (2002). News from APENS, Advocate, 30(2), 3-4. Buswell, D. J. (2001). 8th Annual John K. Williams, Jr. International Adapted Aquatics Award,
Advocate, 29(3), 3. Buswell, D. J. (2000). NAFAPA 2000, Advocate, 28(3), 2. Buswell, D. J. (2000). 2000 APENS exam to be held, Advocate, 28(2), 4. Buswell, D. J. (2000). Member newsflashes, Advocate, 28(2), 3. Buswell, D. J. (1999). SIRC Virtual Resource Center for Sports Information, Advocate, 27(4), 3. Buswell, D. J. (1999). Proposed bill supporting physical education, Advocate, 27(3), 2. Buswell, D. J. (1999). Conference reminders, Advocate, 27(3), 4. Buswell, D. J. (1999). A Total Commitment: The Year of the Special Olympian, Advocate,
27(2), 2. Buswell, D. J. (1999). Achieving a Balance: The 7th Annual Conference on Adapted Physical
Activity, Advocate, 27(2), 2. Buswell, D. J. (1999). The 12th International Symposium on Adapted Physical Activity,
Advocate, 27(2), 2.
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Buswell, D. J. (1999). Disability Sport Organizations Award, Advocate, 27(2), 2. Buswell, D. J. (1999). US Cerebral Palsy Athletic Association moves, Advocate, 27(2), 2. Buswell, D. J. (1999). 1999 APENS exam to be held, Advocate, 27(2), 3. Buswell, D. J. (1999). Claudine Sherrill APAC breakfast, Advocate, 27(2), 3. Buswell, D. J. (1996). Adapted program goes Hollywood. International Federation of Adapted
Physical Activity Newsletter, 4(3), 3. ABSTRACTS: ** Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly Abstracts are reviewed by Abstract Editor prior to acceptance Buswell, D. J., Goodman, D., & Whitehead, M. (2013). Improving competency in PETE students
preparing for TExES examinations. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Journal Supplement 81(4), 13. http://www.tahperd.org/LINKS/SUB_LINKS/PUBLICATIONS/publications_pdfs/Research_Abstract_Conv13.pdf
Buswell, D. J. (2010). Greatness Ripples: Student impact outside the university. 2010
NAKPEHE Annual Conference Proceedings, 26. Buswell, D. J., Hilgenbrinck, L., Leriou, F. (2007). Adapted physical activity service learning in
undergraduate education. 2007 NCPERID Annual Conference Proceedings, 8. James, G. & Buswell, D. J. (2006). A comparison of sensation seeking preferences and interest
in HPER majors and elementary education majors. Research Council Proceedings: Conference Abstracts, 13.
Buswell, D. J. (2003). Special Olympics volunteer perceptions of benefits. Advocate, 31(3), 3. **Buswell, D. J. (2002). Digest Abstract: Processing visual information by males with ADHD.
Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 19, 514. **Buswell, D. J. (2002). Digest Abstract: Improving flexibility of Special Olympic athletes and
coaches. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 19, 514. **Buswell, D. J. (2002). Digest Abstract: Interscholastic sports and the laws. Adapted Physical
Activity Quarterly, 19, 116. **Buswell, D. J. (2002). Digest Abstract: Attitudes of physical education majors. Adapted
Physical Activity Quarterly, 19, 116. **Buswell, D. J. (2000). Digest Abstract: Acquiring motor skills using neurobehavioral
intervention. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 17, 258.
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**Buswell, D. J. (1998). Digest Abstract: Attitudes on inclusion in a regular softball league.
Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, 15, 385. Sherrill, C., Piletic, C., Hilgenbrinck, L., Frey, G., Buswell, D. J., & Schell, B. (1998). Sport as
empowerment: Perspectives of female athletes of the 1996 Paralympic Games. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 69(1), (Supplement), A-136.
**Buswell, D. J. (1997). Digest Abstract: Measuring static balance of Deaf children. Adapted
Physical Activity Quarterly, 14, 254.
REPORTS Buswell, D. J., & Webber, J. (2005, February 25). Texas State University College of Education
Faculty Advisory Council College Committee Survey Report. Unpublished manuscript. INSTRUCTOR’S RESOURCES: French, R., Silliman-French, L., & Buswell, D. J. (2017). Appropriate physical education service
for all students. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Retrieved from http://www.tahperd.org
Silliman-French, L., Buswell, D. J., & French, R. (2008). Statewide Physical Fitness Testing and
Students with Disabilities in Texas. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Retrieved March 18, 2008, from http://www.tahperd.org/LINKS/ links_pdfs/Fitness_Testing_Special_Needs.pdf
French, R., Silliman-French, L., & Buswell, D. J. (2006). TAHPERD Position Statement:
Appropriate physical education service for all students. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Retrieved October 8, 2006, from http://www.tahperd.org/HOME_PDFs/Position_Statement_APE.pdf
Buswell, D. J. (2004). Contributing Author in G. James. & D. Everett (Eds.), Health Education
TEKS: A guide for teachers: Grades K-5. Austin, TX: TAHPERD. Buswell, D. J. (1997-2004). Contributing Author in R. French, L. Silliman-French, & L. Thibault
(Eds.), Adapted Physical Education Disability Fact Sheets. Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Retrieved February 12, 2006, from http://www.tahperd.org/LINKS/links_popups/links_popup_APE_factsheets.html
Buswell, D. J. (1997). Contributing Author in J. Pyfer, (Ed.), Presentation manual: Techniques
for including students with disabilities in the regular physical education program. Denton, TX: Texas Woman’s University.
Buswell, D. J. (1997). Contributing Author in R. French, (Ed.), Presentation Manual: Designing
workshops to facilitate inclusion in physical education. Denton, TX: Texas Woman’s University.
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Buswell, D. J. (1997). Contributing Author in R. French & J. Pyfer, (Eds.), The survival series instruction manual: Including students with disabilities in regular physical education. Denton, TX: Texas Woman’s University.
Buswell, D. J. (1996). Contributing Author in L. Fullerton, R. French, & J. Pyfer (Eds.), Adapted
physical education program guide. Denton, TX: Denton Independent School District. PHOTOGRAPHS: Buswell, D. J. (2011). Photographs included in: Cook, A. K. Feline inflammatory hepatic and
biliary diseases. Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine. Buswell, D. J. (2004). Photographs included in: Sherrill, C. Adapted physical activity, recreation,
and sport: Crossdisciplinary and lifespan (6th ed.). Madison, WI: McGraw Hill. Buswell, D. J. (1998). Photographs to accompany: Berends, K. Creative movement for
individuals with disabilities. Presented at University of North Texas, Denton, TX. Buswell, D. J. (1998). Photographs included in: Sherrill, C. Adapted physical activity, recreation,
and sport: Crossdisciplinary and lifespan (5th ed.). Madison, WI: McGraw Hill. Buswell, D. J. (1997). Photographs included in: Sherrill, C. Paralympic Games 1996: Feminist
and other concerns: What’s your excuse? Palaestra, 13(1), 32-38. Buswell, D. J. (1997). Photographs to accompany: Price, K. M. The 1996 Paralympic Games.
Presented at Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX. Buswell, D. J. (1997). Photographs to accompany: Rainbolt, W. The 1996 Paralympic Games.
Presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance National Convention, St. Louis, MI.
Buswell, D. J. (1997). Cover photograph: Journal of physical education, recreation, and dance,
68(1). VIDEOTAPE DEVELOPMENT: Buswell, D. J. & French, R. (2000). Peabody Developmental Motor Scales: Assessment training
(video). Denton, TX: Texas Woman’s University. Buswell, D. J. (1996). Contributing photographer: Tools for play: Enabling technologies for
recreation and leisure (video). Santa Cruz, CA: Beneficial Designs. Buswell, D. J. (1996). Production Team Leader: Inclusion techniques in physical education:
Including students with mental retardation (video). Denton, TX: Texas Woman’s University.
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PUBLISHED MEDIA REVIEW: Buswell, D. J. (2002). Books & Media: Let’s have fun and let’s get strong. Adapted Physical
Activity Quarterly, 19, 508-509. PROFESSIONAL JURIED CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS: Research / Data Based Presentations - International Buswell, D. J., Sherrill, C., & O’Connor, J. (2000). Article properties of Adapted Physical
Activity Quarterly 1984-2000. Presented at North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity Symposium, New Orleans, LA.
Buswell, D. J. & Sherrill, C. (1998). Scholarly publication by university women adapted physical
activity professionals - preliminary results. Presented at North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity Symposium, Minneapolis, MN.
O’Connor, J., Babcock, G., Berends, K., Buswell, D. J., Hilgenbrinck, L., Piletic, C., Rocco, S.,
& Huettig, C. (1998). The attitudes and beliefs toward inclusion in physical education of physical educators in Texas. Presented at North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity Symposium, Minneapolis, MN.
Sherrill, C., Buswell, D. J., Frey, G., Hilgenbrinck, L., Piletic, C., Schell, L., & Wilhite, B.
(1997). Infusion of adapted physical activity faculty and graduate students into the Paralympic Movement. Presented at International Symposium for Adapted Physical Activity,Quebec, Canada.
Sherrill, C., DePauw, K. P., Dendy, E., Scoretz, D., & Buswell, D. J. (1996). Women in
disability: Research and applications for performance enhancement. Presented at Third Paralympic Congress, Atlanta, GA.
Research / Data Based Presentations - National Buswell, D. J., Hilgenbrinck, L., & Leriou, F. (2008). Service learning in undergraduate PETE
programs. Poster presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Conference 2008 Convention/Texas Woman's University Off-Site Visitation 2008, Fort Worth/Denton, TX.
Buswell, D. J., Hilgenbrinck, L., & Leriou, F. (2007). Adapted physical activity service learning
in undergraduate education. Poster presented at National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities Annual Conference, Reston, VA.
James, G. & Buswell, D. J. (2006). A comparison of sensation seeking preferences and interest
in HPER majors and elementary education majors. Poster presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Conference 2006 Convention, Salt Lake City, UT.
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Buswell, D. J. & James, G. (2006). A comparison of sensation seeking preferences and interest in HPER majors and elementary education majors. Poster presented at Southern District of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2006 Convention, Virginia Beach, VA.
Buswell, D. J., Hilgenbrinck, L, & Leriou, F. (2006). Connections and collaborations for service
learning in undergraduate education. Presented at National Association for Kinesiology and Physical Education in Higher Education 2006 Conference, San Diego, CA.
Buswell, D. J. & Leriou, F. (2004). Beneficial aspects of “volunteering.” Poster presented at
National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities Conference, Washington, D.C.
James, G. & Buswell, D. J. (2004). HPER and elementary majors: Sensation seeking by thrill
and adventure or disinhibition. Poster presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Conference 2004, New Orleans, LA.
Buswell, D. J. (2003). Special Olympic volunteer perceptions of benefits. Poster presented at
National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities Conference, 2003, Washington, D.C.
Buswell, D. J. & James, G. (2003). Sensation seeking interest and preferences of HPER majors:
A pilot study. Poster presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Conference 2003, Philadelphia, PA.
Buswell, D. J. (2002). Service-learning in teacher preparation. Presented at American Alliance
for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Conference 2002, San Diego, CA. (Presentation developed with M. L. Hamilton).
Buswell, D. J. & Hamilton, M. L. (2002). Engaging students through service-learning. Presented at National Association for Physical Education in Higher Education Annual Conference 2002, San Antonio, TX.
DePauw, K. P., & Buswell, D. J. (2000). Scholarship and publication among women in higher
education. Presented at National Association for Physical Education in Higher Education 2000 National Conference, Austin, TX.
Sherrill, C., Piletic, C., Hilgenbrinck, L., Frey, G., Buswell, D. J., & Schell, L. (1998). Sport as
empowerment: Perspectives of female athletes of the 1996 Paralympic Games. Poster presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance National Convention, Reno, NV.
Research / Data Based Presentations - State Sinclair, C., Buswell, D. J., & Thornton, J. (2014). Exploring ways to enhance PETE through
tablet technology. Presented at Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2014 Annual Convention, Galveston, TX.
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Buswell, D. J., Goodman, D., & Whitehead, M. (2013). Improving competency in PETE students preparing for TExES examinations. Poster presented at Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2013 Annual Convention, Dallas, TX.
Buswell, D. J. (2006). Depictions of females in a popular sports magazine. Poster presented at
Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2006 Annual Convention, Fort Worth, TX.
Leriou, F., & Buswell, D. J. (2004). Benefits of “volunteering” as part of coursework. Poster
presented at Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2004 Annual Convention, Arlington, TX.
Buswell, D. J., & James, G. (2003). Sensation seeking interest and preferences of HPER and
elementary education majors. Poster presented at Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2003 Annual Convention, Galveston, TX.
Buswell, D. J., & Rutledge, C. (2001). Field-based preparation: Applied learning. Presented at
Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2001 Annual Convention, Corpus Christi, TX.
Rutledge, C., & Buswell, D. J. (2001). Providing quality movement observation feedback.
Presented at Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2001 Annual Convention, Corpus Christi, TX.
Research to Practice Presentations - International Pyfer, J., French, R., Babcock, G., Berends, K., Buswell, D. J., Hilgenbrinck, L., & Piletic, C.
(1997). Designing workshops to facilitate inclusion in physical education. Presented at International Symposium for Adapted Physical Activity, Quebec, Canada.
Research to Practice Presentations - National Buswell, D. J. (2011). APENS & TAHPERD. Presentation at National Consortium for Physical
Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities Conference, Washington, D.C. Buswell, D. J., Archer, K., Goodman, D., Kniss, D., & Thornton, J. (2010). Greatness ripples:
Student impact outside the university. Presentation at National Association for Kinesiology & Physical Education in Higher Education 2010 Conference, Scottsdale, AZ.
Erickson, E., Buswell, D. J., & Passo, M. (2004) Adaptive equipment for wilderness expeditions.
Poster presented at National Trails Symposium, Austin, TX. Brice, C., & Buswell, D. J. (2004). Adaptive aquatics: Tips and techniques for enhancing
inclusion – A collaborative adapted aquatics program. Presented at National Institute on Recreation Inclusion, Austin, TX.
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Erickson, E., Buswell, D. J., & Passo, M. (2004) Adaptive equipment for wilderness expeditions. Poster presented at National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities Conference, Washington, D.C.
Erickson, E., Buswell, D. J., & Passo, M. (2004) Adaptive equipment for wilderness expeditions.
Poster presented at Social Aspects and Recreation Research Conference, San Francisco, CA.
Zittel, L., Houston-Wilson, C., Stanish, H., Stanton, K., & Buswell, D. J. (1999). Future
directions. Presented at National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities Conference, Tampa, FL.
Macfarlane, P. A., & Buswell, D. J. (1999). Biomechanical and physiological factors applied to
athletes with physical disabilities. Presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 1999 National Convention, Boston, MA.
Berends, K., Rocco, S., Babcock, G., & Buswell, D. J. (1999). Inclusion: Practical strategies for
the regular physical educator. Presented at Southern District of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 1999 Convention, Greensboro, NC.
Huettig, C., Babcock, G., Buswell, D. J., & Rocco, S. (1999). Developmentally appropriate play
for preschoolers. Presented at Southern District of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 1999 Convention, Greensboro, NC.
Pyfer, J., French, R., Babcock, G., Berends, K., Buswell, D. J., Hilgenbrinck, L., & Piletic, C.
(1997). Techniques for including students with disabilities in the regular physical education program. Presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance National Convention, St. Louis, MI.
McHugh, B. E., Buswell, D. J., & Piletic, C. (1995). Everyone included: Rhythmic movement
and dance activities for all abilities. Presented at Southern District of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Orlando, FL.
Research to Practice Presentations - State Brice, C., & Buswell, D. J. (2004). Collaborative adapted aquatics program. Presented at Texas
Therapeutic Recreation Summit, Burton, TX. Brice, C., & Buswell, D. J. (2003). Collaborative adapted aquatics program. Presented at Texas
Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2003 Annual Convention, Galveston, TX.
Smith, R., & Buswell, D. J. (2002). Collaborating with classroom teachers to meet requirements
of Senate Bill 19. Presented at Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2002 Annual Convention, Fort Worth, TX.
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Silliman-French, L., Foederer, R., Janis, B., Kaplan, C., Kielaszek, B., Lebstock, D., Mason-Foederer, V., Mathews, N., Meyers, L., Robinson, R., Sartain, J., Thelen, L., Trocki-Ables, P., Bucanan, P., Buswell, D. J., French, R., & Sherrill, C. (2002). Let's get on the same page: A panel discussion. Presented at Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2002 Annual Convention, Fort Worth, TX.
Buswell, D. J., et al. (2001). Developing and using large game boards for therapeutic recreation.
Presented at Southwest Texas State University Therapeutic Recreation Summit, San Marcos, TX.
Buswell, D. J., & Rutledge, C. (2001). Developing and using large games boards for physical
education. Presented at Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 2001 Summer Convention, San Antonio, TX.
Buswell, D. J. (2000). From garbage to goldmines. Presented at Southwest Texas State
University Therapeutic Recreation Summit, San Marcos, TX. Buswell, D. J., & Price, K. M. (1998). Taking Newton for granted: The interaction of
biomechanics and adapted physical activity. Presented at Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 1998 Annual Convention, Houston, TX.
Hilgenbrinck, L., Buswell, D. J., & Piletic, C. (1996). IDEA & transition issues for the athlete
with disabilities. Presented at Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance 1996 Annual Convention, Corpus Christi, TX.
INVITED WORKSHOPS, TALKS, AND LECTURES:
Buswell, D. J. (Spring 2015). Adapted physical education and activity. Invited Speaker:
Undergraduate Health and Disability Course (HSC 475), Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX.
Buswell, D. J. (Spring 2014). Adapted physical education and activity. Invited Speaker:
Undergraduate Health and Disability Course (HSC 475), Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX.
Buswell, D. J. (Fall 2009). Social images and female athletes. Invited Speaker: Undergraduate
Gender and Philosophy Course, Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX. Buswell, D. J. (Spring 2006). Images of uppity athletic women. Invited Speaker: Undergraduate
Introduction to Gender Studies Course, Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX.
Buswell, D. J. (Fall 2004). Disabilities in childhood: Considerations for lifespan development.
Invited Speaker: Undergraduate Human Lifespan Development Course, Baylor University, Waco, TX.
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Buswell, D. J. (Summer 2004). Disabilities in childhood: Considerations for lifespan development. Invited Speaker: Undergraduate Human Lifespan Development Course, Baylor University, Waco, TX.
Buswell, D. J. (Summer 2003). Including students with disabilities in the general physical
education program. Invited Speaker: All Day Workshop presented at Bastrop ISD, Bastrop, TX.
Johnson, M., & Buswell, D. J. (Fall 2001). Adapted physical education. Invited Speaker:
Workshop presented at San Marcos CISD, San Marcos, TX. Buswell, D. J. (Summer 1998). Adapted physical education: Including students with disabilities
in the regular physical education program. Invited Speaker: All Day Workshop presented at Liberty-Eylau Independent School District, Texarkana, TX.
Buswell, D. J. (Spring 1998). Out in the real world: Practicalities in adapted physical education.
Invited Speaker: Undergraduate Adapted and Developmental Physical Activity Course, Texas Woman’s University, Denton, TX.
Pyfer, J., French, R., Babcock, G., Berends, K., Buswell, D. J., Meyer, S., Piletic, C., Trocki, P.,
& Woosley, L. (1997). Including students with disabilities in regular physical education. Invited Speaker: Workshop presented at Educational Service Center, Region VIII, Mt. Pleasant, TX.
Buswell, D. J. (1996). 1996 Atlanta Paralympics. Invited Speaker: Undergraduate Seminar in
Health Studies Course, Texas Woman’s University, Denton, TX. Buswell, D. J. (Summer, 1996). Introduction to adapted physical education. Invited Speaker:
ACES (Science and mathematics summer camp for girls), Texas Woman’s University, Denton, TX.
GRANTS Erickson, E. & Buswell, D. J. (October 2002). Accessibility in the Texas State Parks system,
$16,000.00, Office of Research & Sponsored Programs, Texas State University (not funded).
Buswell, D. J. & James, G. (October, 2001). An assessment of public safety issues in Texas Parks
and Recreation Agencies. $8,068.00. Office of Research & Sponsored Programs, Texas State University (not funded).
Buswell, D. J. & Rutledge, C. (May, 2001). A study of activity levels in adapted physical
education. $11,747.00. Office of Research & Sponsored Programs, Texas State University (not funded).
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UNIVERSITY SERVICE: Member, Classroom Advisory Committee, Representative from Kinesiology and Health Science,
Stephen F. Austin State University, Spring 2014 Member, Professional Educator’s Council, Representative from Kinesiology and Health Science,
Stephen F. Austin State University, 2013-2014 Member, Employee Wellness Advisory Board, Representative from Kinesiology and Health
Science, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2013-2014 Member, Core Curriculum Assessment Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University,
2010-2014 Member, Grievance Panel/Discrimination Complaint Board, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2009-2013 (elected) Member, College of Education Dean Search Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University,
2009-2010 (elected) Member, University Suspension Appeals Committee, Texas State, 2001-2004 Member, ALLIES of Texas State, 1999-2005 Participant, Program for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Texas State, 2001-2002 Member, MITC Program Advisory Committee, Texas State, 2001-2002 Usher at Graduation, Texas State, May 2001, August 2001, August 2002 COLLEGE OF EDUCATION SERVICE: Member, Pre-Promotion/Pre-Tenure Committee, Perkins College of Education 2017-2018 (appointed) Member, Perkins College of Education College Council, Department of Kinesiology and Health
Science, 2015-2019 (elected) Chair, Student Supplemental Travel Committee - Sub-committee of the College Council, Perkins
College of Education, 2015-2018 (elected) Member, College CAEP Unit Assessment Committee, Department of Kinesiology and Health
Science, 2014-2020 (appointed) Member, College Assessment Oversight Committee – Initial, Department of Kinesiology and
Health Science, 2014-2018 (appointed) Member, 50th Anniversary of the PCOE – Steering Committee, Summer 2014-present
(nominated) Member, Perkins College of Education Dismissal Review Committee, Department of
Kinesiology and Health Science Representative, 2016 (appointed)
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Chair, Tenure Committee for Dr. Carla Murgia, Department of Kinesiology and Health Science,
Summer 2014 (appointed) Member, NCATE Steering Committee, Spring 2014 Co-Chair, Tenure Committee for Dr. Scott Slough, Representative for Department of
Kinesiology and Health Science, Summer 2013 (appointed) Chair, Kinesiology and Health Science Department Chair Search Committee, Stephen F. Austin
State University, Spring 2013 (elected) Member, Promotion Committee Representative Department of Kinesiology and Health Science,
Stephen F. Austin State University, 2011-2012 (elected) Member, Tenure Committee Representative Department of Kinesiology and Health
Science, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2009-2011 (elected) Member, College of Education Teaching Excellence Selection Committee, Stephen F. Austin
State University, Spring 2010 Member, NCATE Unit Assessment Oversight Committee, Stephen F. Austin State
University, 2007-2009 Member, NCATE Standard 6 Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2006 Member, College of Education Strategic Planning Committee, Texas State, 2003 Member, College of Education Ph.D. Advisory Committee, Texas State, 2002-2005 Member, College of Education Faculty Advisory Council, Texas State, 2002-2005 (elected) Member, COE Faculty Advisory Council Ad Hoc Committee on Committees, Texas State,
2003-2004 Member, College of Education Teacher Education Council, Texas State, 2002-2005 Chair, College of Education Undergraduate Scholarship and Awards Committee, Texas State,
2004 Member, College of Education Scholarship and Awards Committee, Texas State, 2001-2003 Member, Professional Development Day Planning Committee, Texas State, 2000-2005 DEPARTMENT SERVICE: Chair, Kinesiology Pedagogy Positions Search Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2017-2018 Chair, Policy Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2016-2018
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Member, Health Position Search Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2016-2017 Chair, Scholarship Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2015-2018 Member, Scholarship Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2006-2016 Member, Tenure and Promotion Committees, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2007-present Member, Promotion and Tenure Process Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University, Fall
2015 Chair, Kinesiology Pedagogy Position Search Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University,
Spring 2013 Chair, Tenure and Promotion Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2012 Member, SACS Kinesiology Graduate Program Report Committee, Stephen F. Austin State
University, 2008-2014 Member, SACS Kinesiology Undergraduate Program Report Committee, Stephen F. Austin
State University, 2008-2014 Member, NASPE Physical Education SPA Report Committee, Stephen F. Austin State
University, 2006-2014 Faculty Mentor, Jay Thornton, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2007-2012 Chair, Kinesiology Lecturer Position Search Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University,
2008 Member, AAHE Health SPA Report Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2006-2008 Chair, Pedagogy Position Search Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2007 Member, NASPE Program Review Committee, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2006-2007 Representative, Showcase Saturday, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2005-present Representative, Commencement Ceremonies, Stephen F. Austin State University, 2005-present Chair, Adapted Physical Education Major Development Ad-Hoc Committee, Texas State, Spring
2003-2004 Member, Program Review Committee, Texas State, 2002-2005 Member, Travel Committee, Texas State, 2002-2005 Member, Search Committee Assistant Professor Health Education, Texas State, Spring 2004 Member, Search Committee Assistant Professor Physical Education, Texas State, Spring 2002
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Member, Search Committee Assistant Professor Health Education, Texas State, Spring 2002 Member, Search Committee Assistant Professor Physical Education, Texas State, Spring 2001 Member, Merit Ad Hoc Committee, Texas State, Spring-Summer 2001 INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICE: Textbook Review, Kottler, J. (2018). Fallen Heroes: Tragedy, Madness, Resilience, and
Inspiration among Famous Athletes. San Diego, CA: Cognella Textbook Review, Eitzen, D. S. (2012). Fair and foul: Beyond the myths and paradoxes of sport
(5th ed.). Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield. Manuscript Review, Including overweight or obese students in physical education. New York:
Psychology Press, Taylor and Francis Group, 2014 Reviewer, Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, Journal of the International Federation of
Adapted Physical Activity, 1998-present Chair, Evaluation Committee, North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity
Symposium, New Orleans, LA, 2000 NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICE: External Reviewer, Tenure and Promotion, Department of Health, Exercise and Sports Sciences,
University of New Mexico, Fall 2016 Adapted Physical Education National Standards State Coordinator for Texas, National
Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities, 2000-present
Adapted Physical Education National Standards Exam Proctor, National Consortium for Physical
Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities, 1999-present Associate Editor: In Memoriam, National Association for Kinesiology and Physical Education in
Higher Education, 2008-2012 Associate Editor: Scholarly Publications, National Association for Kinesiology and Physical
Education in Higher Education, 2008-2010 Necrologist, National Association for Kinesiology and Physical Education in Higher Education, 2006-2009 Member, Elections and Nominations Committee, National Association for Kinesiology and Physical Education in Higher Education, 2006-2009 Reviewer, Adapted physical activity, recreation, and sport. Boston, MA: McGraw-Hill, 2006
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Manuscript Review, Physical education for classroom teachers. San Francisco, CA: Benjamin
Cummings, 2004 Manuscript Review, Teaching elementary physical education: Strategies for the classroom
teacher. San Francisco, CA: Benjamin Cummings, 2003 Editor, Advocate, Quarterly Newsletter of the National Consortium for Physical Education and
Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities, 1999-2003 STATE PROFESSIONAL SERVICE: Chair, Adapted Physical Activity Committee, TAHPERD, 2015-2016 Chair, Future Directions Committee, TAHPERD, 2015-2016 Foundations Committee Volunteer, TAHPERD Convention, 2014, 2015 Member, Adapted Physical Activity Committee, TAHPERD, 2014-2016 Member, Future Directions Committee, TAHPERD, 2014-2016 Reviewer, TAHPERD Journal, Journal of the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation, and Dance, 2003-present Chair, Adapted Physical Activity Committee (Formerly Programs for Individuals with
Disabilities Committee), TAHPERD, 2010-2011. Research Consultant, Special Olympics Texas, Project UNIFY – Meet in the Middle. Develop,
analyze and report findings from surveys of students with and without intellectual disabilities. Funding provided to Special Olympics from US Department of Education, 2010-2011.
Member, Adapted Physical Activity Committee (Formerly Programs for Individuals with
Disabilities Committee, TAHPERD, 2009-2011. Member Executive Committee, Texas Adapted Physical Education State Manual Development
Committee (1st/2nd Editions), TAHPERD, January 2003–2008. Member, Adapted Physical Activity Committee (Formerly Programs for Individuals with
Disabilities Committee), TAHPERD, 2005-2007 Alternate Delegate, AAHPERD Representative Assembly, TAHPERD, 2005 Member, Physical Education Committee, TAHPERD, 2001-2003 Chair, Programs for Individuals with Disabilities Committee, TAHPERD, 2002-2003 Member, Programs for Individuals with Disabilities Committee, TAHPERD, 2001-2003
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COMMUNITY SERVICE: Event Director, Individual Skills Basketball, Special Olympics Texas Chapter Games, Summer
2005-2018 Event Director, Team Skills Basketball, Special Olympics Texas Chapter Games, Summer
2008-2018 Key Volunteer, Cycling, Special Olympics Texas Chapter Games, Summer 2005-2017 Event Director, Individual Skills, Special Olympics Texas Area 13 Basketball Tournament,
2002-2018 Volunteer, Nacogdoches Mayor’s Committee on People with Disabilities: Sports Day Out 2014. Organizing Committee, Special Olympics Texas Area 7 Basketball Tournament, 2009-2016 Event Director, Individuals Skills Basketball, Special Olympics Texas Area 7 Basketball
Tournament, 2008-2014, 2016 Event Director, Team Skills Basketball, Special Olympics Texas Area 7 Basketball Tournament,
2008-2010, 2012-2014, 2016 Key Volunteer, 3-on-3 Basketball, Special Olympics Texas Chapter Games, Summer 2011-2012 Key Volunteer, Cycling, Special Olympics Texas Area 7, 2011-2012 Key Volunteer, Athletics, Special Olympics Texas Area 7, 2011-2012 Organizing Committee, Special Olympics Texas Chapter Games, Summer 2005 Sponsor, Special Olympics Texas Area 13 Bocce Officials Training Workshop, Fall 2004 Focus Group Member - Educational Sport Camp, Texas School for the Blind and Visually
Impaired, Spring 2003 Focus Group Member - Health/Physical Education Higher Education, Spring 2001 PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:
Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 1991-present SHAPE – Society of Health and Physical Educators, Formerly the American Alliance for Health,
Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 1987-2015 National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with
Disabilities, 1994-2012
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National Association for Kinesiology and Physical Education in Higher Education, 1996-2010 International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity (IFAPA), 1996-2009 North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity (NAFAPA), 1996-2009 AWARDS AND HONORS: Honor Award, Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 2011. Teaching Excellence Award, Department of Kinesiology and Health Science, Stephen F. Austin
State University, 2007 University Physical Educator of the Year Award, Texas Association for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation, and Dance, 2005 Nominated, Educator of the Year-College/University Physical Education, Texas Association for
Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 2004 Nominated, Educator of the Year-College/University Physical Education, Texas Association for
Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 2003
Presidential Award for Excellence in Teaching, College of Education Runner Up, Texas State University-San Marcos, 2005
Presidential Award for Excellence in Teaching, College of Education Finalist, Texas State
University-San Marcos, 2004
Program for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Department of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Representative, Texas State University-San Marcos, 2001-2002
Scholarship Recipient, Texas Woman’s University Student Travel Fund Award, 1998-99 Scholarship Recipient, Texas Woman’s University Student Travel Fund Award, 1997-98 Scholarship Recipient, Texas Woman’s University Student Travel Fund Award, 1994-1995 Scholarship Recipient, Texas Woman’s University Department of Kinesiology, 1997 Certificate of Merit, Texas Woman’s University, Phi Kappa Phi, 1996 CERTIFICATIONS: Certified Adapted Physical Educator (NCPERID), 1997-2014 Texas Teacher Certificate (Lifetime, All-Level Physical Education), 1994-present Texas Teacher Certificate (Lifetime, Secondary Physical Education), 1994-present