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Sam J. Zizzi Morgantown, WV, USA (304) 293-0874 (office)

szizzi@mail.wvu.edu; Twitter: @doctorsizzle Last updated: 1/14/2016

EDUCATION

Ed.D. Sport and Exercise Psychology. (2000); West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV. Minor in Counseling.

Dissertation Topic: “Effectiveness of traditional and web-based interventions on utilization of sport psychology services: Exploring the stages of change”

M.A. Physical Education, Specialization in Sport Psychology. (1997); University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC B.A. Psychology. (1995); James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA Summa Cum Laude. Major GPA: 3.92. Cumulative GPA: 3.87. Fellow, Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) AASP Certified Consultant (#144) Member, USOC Sport Psychology Registry (2002-2008)

AWARDS

Outstanding Grantsperson Award, WVU College of Physical Activity 2004, 2007, 2010,2013 and Sport Sciences (WVU CPASS)

Outstanding Teacher of the Year, WVU CPASS 2002, 2014

Swiger Doctoral Fellowship, West Virginia University 1997-2000

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 2013 Erasmus Scholar / Visiting Professor, European Master’s Program in Sport and Exercise

Psychology – University of Leipzig (Germany); University of Thessaly (Greece) 2000 - Professor (2011), Sport and Exercise Psychology, West Virginia University College of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences, Assistant (2000), and Associate Professor (2005) previously Adjunct Professor, Community Counseling, College of Human Resources and Education Adjunct Professor, Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, School of Public Health 2000-2006 Adjunct Statistics Professor and Research Advisor, Alderson-Broaddus College Master’s Degree Program for Physician’s Assistants Spring 1998 Course Instructor / Academic Advisor, WVU Learning Centers 1995-1997 Physical Activity Instructor, UNC-Chapel Hill Department of Exercise Science

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PUBLICATIONS (Grants, Journal Articles, Book Chapters, & Presentations) Research Areas: 1) Applied sport psychology training and practice

2) Physical activity promotion

Grants & Contracts (Funded) Zizzi, S. (2014-2017). PEIA weight management research and evaluation. Competitive renewal of external

research & service grant / contract funded by the WV Public Employees’ Insurance Agency for $1,349,000.00. (July 1, 2014-June 30, 2017; Principal Investigator).

Zizzi, S. (2008-2014). Weight management program evaluation and health performance services. External

research & service grant / contract funded by the PEIA Insurance Agency for $1,448,000.00 (Aug 1, 2008-2014; Principal Investigator)

Zizzi, S., & Abildso, C., (2008-2009). Research analysis and literature review services in support of the state

comprehensive outdoor recreation plan (SCORP). Service and research contract funded by the WV Development Office, Community Development Division for $10,000. Co-PI.

Woods, C., & Zizzi, S. (2008-2009). Collaborative research in physical activity, health, and obesity. Competitive

Research Fellowship Grant Funded by the Irish Research Council for the Humanities and Social Sciences for $9000. Co-PI.

Zizzi, S. (2007). PEIA worksite wellness project – evaluation services. External research & service grant funded

by PEIA Insurance Agency for $21,318. (PI) Zizzi, S., & Abildso, C. (2007). Evaluation of the impact of a rail-trail on community physical activity. Funded by

a School of Physical Education Internal Grant for $2,455. (Co-PI) Zizzi, S., & Zakrajsek, R. (2006). Continued development of the sport psychology attitudes revised form for

coaches – Austin, TX – Football coaches’ perceptions of sport psychology [ongoing psychometric research]. Funded by a School of Physical Education Internal Grant for $541.00 (Co-PI)

Dino, G. et al. (PI). (2003-2004). WVU Center for Healthy Communities: Health Science Technology

Academy Project. Grant funded by DHHS, PHS, CDC for approximately $200,000. (Co-investigator) Zizzi, S., & Zakrajsek, R. (2003). Development of the Sport Psychology Attitudes Revised Form for Coaches.

Funded by a School of Physical Education Internal Grant for $450.00. (Co-PI) Tessaro, I. (PI), Mangone, C., Zizzi, S., & Wu Ying. (2002-2006). Colorectal cancer control in Appalachian

churches. Grant funded by Center for Disease Control and Prevention for 5 years for approximately $1,250,000. (Co-investigator).

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O’Hara-Tompkins, N. & Zizzi, S. (2002). A survey of opportunities for school-based physical activity in West Virginia schools. Grant funded by the WV Dept of Education and Bureau of Healthy Schools for $50,000. (Co-PI)

Zizzi, S., Ayers, S., & Watson, J. (2002). Evaluation of the impact of the WVU student recreation center. Funded

by a School of Physical Education Internal Grant for $700.00. (Co-PI)

Grants & Contracts (Submitted, Not Funded) O’Hara-Tompkins, N. (2009). The physical activity policy research network. Extramural grant application

submitted to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for $600,000. Co-I. Grant not funded. Zizzi, S., & Abildso, C., (2009). Improve your score: Evaluation of an insurance-sponsored, incentivized

cardiovascular screening program in moderate-risk and asymptomatic adults in West Virginia. Extramural grant application submitted to National Institutes for Health for $800,000. PI. Grant not funded.

Ayers, S., & Zizzi, S. (2007). A longitudinal analysis of college students’ health behaviors. Extramural grant

submitted to the USDA. Four year budget requested $850,000. (Co-PI overall, PI for the WVU site). Grant not funded.

Zizzi, S. & Alt, J. (2003). Using an integrated assessment approach to teach athletic training students

psychosocial competencies. Grant proposal submitted to the National Athletic Trainers Association. (Co-PI)

Manuscripts Under Review

Ferrera, A., Watson, J.C., & Zizzi, S. (In review). Division I college student-athlete career situation and attitudes toward career counseling. Submitted to Journal of Career Development.

Serra de Queirox, F., Lima Fogaca, J., Hanrahan, S., & Zizzi, S. (in review). Sport psychology in Brazil: Reflections on the past, present, and future of the field. Submitted to International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology.

Refereed Journal Articles

43. Kadushin, P., Henderson, N., & Zizzi, S. (In press). WV state employees’ preferences for worksite wellness

programming. WV Medical Journal. 42. Zizzi, S., Kadushin, P., Michel, J., & Abildso, C. (2015). Client experiences with dietary, exercise and

behavioral services in a community-based weight management program. Health Promotion Practice. 41. Cormier, M., & Zizzi, S. (2015). Athletic trainers' skills in identifying and managing athletes experiencing

psychological distress. Journal of Athletic Training. Online first.

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40. Abildso, C., Schmid, O., Byrd, M., & Zizzi, S. (2014). Predictors of weight loss maintenance following an insurance-sponsored weight management program. Journal of Obesity (online). Available at http://www.hindawi.com/journals/jobe/aip/736080/

39. Fitzpatrick, S., & Zizzi, S. (2014). Using concept mapping to identify action steps for physical activity

promotion in cancer treatment. American Journal of Health Education, 45(1), 20-28. 38. Zakrajsek, R., Steinfeldt, J., Bodey, K., Martin, S., & Zizzi, S. (2013). NCAA Division I coaches’ perceptions

and preferred use of sport psychology services: A qualitative perspective. The Sport Psychologist, 27, 258-268.

37. Abildso, C., Zizzi, S., & Fitzpatrick, S. (2013). Predictors of clinically significant weight loss and participant

retention in an insurance sponsored community-based weight management program. Health Promotion Practice, 14, 580-588.

36. Sibold, J., & Zizzi, S. (2012). Psychological variables and time to injury onset: A hurdle regression analysis

model. Journal of Athletic Training, 47(5) 537-540. 35. Quartiroli, A., & Zizzi, S. (2012). A tailored wellness intervention for college students using internet

technology: A pilot study. International Electronic Journal of Health Education, 15, 37-50. Available at: http://www.aahperd.org/aahe/publications/iejhe/iejhe-volume-15.cfm

34. Abildso, C., Zizzi, S., Selin, S., & Gordon, P. (2012). Assessing the cost effectiveness of a community rail-trail

in achieving physical activity gains. Journal of Park and Recreation Administration, 30(2), 102-103. Available at: http://js.sagamorepub.com/jpra/article/view/2655/2560

33. Peacock, J.C., & Zizzi, S. (2011). A survey of bariatric patients’ experiences with behavioral and

psychological services. Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases, published online December 9, 2011. Available at: http://www.soard.org/article/S1550-7289%2811%2900800-8/fulltext

32. Zakrajsek, R., Martin, S., Zizzi, S. (2011). American high school coaches attitudes toward sport psychology

consultation and intentions to use sport psychology services. International Journal of Sport Science and Coaching, 6(3), 461-478.

31. Sibold, J., Howard, A., & Zizzi, S., (2011). A comparison of psychosocial and orthopedic data in injured

college athletes: A novel application of hurdle regression. Athletic Insight, 3(2), 153-164. 30. Peacock, J., & Zizzi, S. (2011). An assessment of patient behavioral requirements pre- and post-surgery at

accredited weight loss surgical centers. Obesity Surgery, published online February 21. 29. Quartiroli, A., & Zizzi, S. (2011). A primer on the development of sport psychology in Europe vs. North

America: Comparing the developmental paths of FEPSAC and AASP. Athletic Insight, 3(1), 1-16.

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28. Abildso, C., Zizzi, S., Gilleland, D., Thomas, J., & Bonner, D. (2010). A mixed methods evaluation of a 12-week insurance-sponsored weight management program incorporating cognitive-behavioral counseling. Journal of Mixed Methods Research, 4(4), 278-294.

27. Bartlett, M., & Zizzi, S. (2010). A mixed method evaluation of a college student fitness program using the

RE-AIM framework. California Journal of Health Promotion, 8(1), 46-59. 26. Abildso, C., Zizzi, S., & Reger-Nash, B. (2010). Evaluating an insurance-sponsored weight management

program with the RE-AIM model, West Virginia, 2004-2008. Preventing Chronic Disease 7(3), 1-12. 25. Zizzi, S., Blom, L., Watson, J., Downey, V., & Geer, J. (2009). Establishing a hierarchy of psychological skills:

Coaches, athletic trainers, and psychologists’ uses and perceptions of psychological skills training. Athletic Insight: The Online Journal of Sport Psychology, 11(2) Available at http://www.athleticinsight.com/Vol11Iss2/Feature.htm.

24. Zizzi, S., Rye, J., Vitullo, E., & O’Hara-Tompkins, N. (2009). Empowering youth through research:

Adolescents’ perceptions of physical activity interventions in Appalachian communities. Journal of Rural and Community Development, 4(1), 1-14.

23. Omar-Fauzee, M.S., Yusof, A., & Zizzi, S. (2009). College students’ attitude towards the utilization of the

sport recreation center. European Journal of Social Sciences, 7(3), 27-41. 22. Zakrajsek, R., & Zizzi, S. (2008). How do coaches’ attitudes change when exposed to a sport psychology

workshop? Journal of Coaching Education, 1, 1-18. 21. Grindley, E., Zizzi, S., & Nasypany, A. (2008). The use of protection motivation theory, affect, and barriers

to understand and predict adherence to outpatient rehabilitation. Physical Therapy, 88, 1529-1540. 20. Zakrajsek, R., & Zizzi, S. (2007). Factors influencing track and swimming coaches intentions to use sport

psychology services. Athletic Insight: Online Journal of Sport Psychology. Available online: http://www.athleticinsight.com/Vol9Iss2/CoachesIntentions.htm

19. Abildso, C., Zizzi, S., Abildso, L., Steele, J., & Gordon, P. (2007). Built environment and psychosocial factors

associated with trail proximity and use. American Journal of Health Behavior, 31, 374-383. 18. Zizzi, S., Goodrich, D., Wu, Y., Parker, L., Rye, S., Pawar, V., Mangone, C., & Tessaro, I. (2006). Correlates of

physical activity in a community sample of Appalachian adults. Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 14, 423-438.

17. Watson, J., Zizzi, S., & Etzel, E. (2006). Ethical training in sport psychology programs: Current training

standards. Ethics and Behavior, 16(1), 5-14. 16. Watson, J., Ayers, S., Zizzi, S., & Naoi, A. (2006). Student recreation centers: A comparison of users and

non-users on psychosocial variables. Recreational Sports Journal, 30, 9-19.

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15. Zizzi, S., Vitullo, E., Rye, J., O’Hara-Tompkins, N., Abildso, C., Fisher, B., & Bartlett, M. (2006). The impact of the three-week pedometer intervention on high school students daily step counts and perceptions of physical activity. American Journal of Health Education, 37, 35-40.

14. Zizzi, S., Keeler, L., & Watson, J. (2006). The interaction of goal orientation and stage of change on exercise

behavior in college students. Journal of Sport Behavior, 29, 1-5. 13. Rye, J., Zizzi, S., Vitullo, E., & O'Hara-Tompkins, N. (2005). The pedometer as a tool to enrich science

learning in a public health context. Journal of Science Education and Technology, 14, 521-531. 12. O’Hara-Tompkins, N., Rye, J., Zizzi, S., & Vitullo, E. (2005). Engaging underserved youth in physical activity

promotion research in an after-school setting. Preventing Chronic Disease. Available online at http://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2005/nov/05_0075.htm

11. Grindley, E., & Zizzi, S. (2005). Using a multidimensional approach to predict motivation and adherence to

rehabilitation in older adults: An application of protection motivation theory. Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation, 21(3), 182-193.

10. Gordon, P., Zizzi, S., Pauline, J. (2004). Impact of a community trail among new and habitually active exercisers: A preliminary assessment. Preventing Chronic Disease, Vol 1, No. 4, Available online at http://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2004/oct/04_0058.htm.

9. O’Hara-Tompkins, N., Zizzi, S., Zedosky, L., Wright, J., & Vitullo, E. (2004). A collaborative approach to

assessing school-based opportunities for physical activity in WV public schools. Preventative Medicine, 39, 834-840.

8. Zizzi, S., Ayers, S., Watson, J., & Keeler, L. (2004). The impact of a new campus recreation center on physical

activity patterns in college students. The NASPA Journal, 41(4), 588-630. Available online at http://journals.naspa.org/jsarp/vol41/iss4/art2/.

7. Watson, J., Zizzi, S., Etzel, E., & Lubker, J. (2004).Applied sport psychology supervision: A survey of students

and professionals. The Sport Psychologist, 18, 415-429. 6. Etzel, E., Watson, J., Zizzi, S. (2004). A web-based survey of ethical beliefs and behaviors of AAASP members

in the new millennium. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 16, 236-250. 5. Zizzi, S., & Perna, F. (2003).Impact of a brief workshop on stages of change profiles in athletes. Athletic

Insight: Online Journal of Sport Psychology, 5(4), available online at http://www.athleticinsight.com/vol5iss4/impactofbriefworkshop.htm

4. Zizzi, S., Deaner, H., & Hirschhorn, D. (2003). The relationship between emotional intelligence and

performance in college baseball players. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 15, 262-269. 3. Zizzi, S., & Perna, F. (2002). Integrating webpages and email into sport psychology consultations. The Sport

Psychologist, 16, 416-431.

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2. Martens, M., Mobely, D., & Zizzi, S. (2000). Multicultural training in applied sport psychology. The Sport

Psychologist, 14, 81-97. 1. Silva, J., Conroy, D., & Zizzi, S. (1999). Critical issues confronting the advancement of applied sport

psychology. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 11, 298-320.

Book Chapters and Other Publications

Zizzi, S. (In press). Helping a helper get healthy: The case of Eleanor’s eating and exercise behaviors. (pp. xx-xx). In G. Cremedes & L. Tashman (Eds.). Becoming a sport, exercise, and performance psychology professional: Case studies. Taylor & Francis: New York.

Shannon, V., & Zizzi, S. (In press). Professional and ethical issues in applied exercise psychology. Edited book

(to be named) by M. Sachs and S. Razon. Zizzi, S., Abildso, C., Henderson, N., & Shaffer, K. (2014). The West Virginia PEIA weight management program:

An innovative approach to obesity prevention and treatment in Appalachian communities. (pp. 282-289). In V.M. Brennan, S.K. Kumanyika, & R.E. Zambrana (Eds.) Obesity interventions in underserved communities: Evidence and directions. John Hopkins Press: Baltimore, MD.

Zizzi, S., & Gilchrist, K. (2014). A theory-based model for health performance consultations. (pp. 102-110). In G.

Cremedes & L. Tashman (Eds.) Becoming a sport, exercise, and performance psychology professional: International perspectives. Taylor & Francis: New York.

Zizzi, S. (2014). Consultant effectiveness, assessment of. (pp. 168-169). In R. Eklund & G. Tenenbaum (Eds).

Encyclopedia of sport and exercise psychology. Sage Publications: New York. Zizzi, S., & Martens, M. (2014). Multiculturalism. (pp. 489-490). In R. Eklund & G. Tenenbaum (Eds).

Encyclopedia of sport and exercise psychology. Sage Publications: New York. Zizzi, S., Zaichkowsky, L., & Perna, F. (2014). Certification in sport and exercise psychology. In J. VanRaalte & B.

Brewer (Eds.). Exploring sport and exercise psychology (3rd edition). pp. 467-484. APA: Washington, DC. Zizzi, S., & Shannon, V. (2013). The ethical practice of exercise psychology. In J. Watson & E. Etzel (Eds.). Ethics

in sport and exercise psychology. (pp. 77-87). FIT Information Technology: Morgantown, WV. Zizzi, S. (2012). Have you considered a health performance consultation? AASP Newsletter, Summer, 18-19. Zizzi, S., & Schmid, O. (2012). Reach out and text someone: The effective and creative use of text messages in

sport performance consultations. (pp. 317-327). In Athletic Insight’s Writings in Sport Psychology (Ed. R. Schinke). Nova Science Publishers.

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Zizzi, S., & Andersen, M. (2010). An eastern philosophical approach. In Andersen, M. & Hanrahan, S. (Eds). Routledge handbook of applied sport psychology: A comprehensive guide for students and professionals. (pp. 194-204). Routledge: London.

Zizzi, S., & Peacock, J.C. (2010). Challenging and confronting clients with compassion. In Andersen, M. &

Hanrahan, S. (Eds). Routledge handbook of applied sport psychology: A comprehensive guide for students and professionals. (pp. 30-39). Routledge: London.

Zizzi, S., Abilsdo, C., & Quartiroli, A. (2010). Commercial weight loss program literature review: Summary of

evidence. Research brief completed for WV PEIA Insurance Agency, Fall 2010. Abildso, C., Zizzi, S., & Fitzpatrick, S. (2010). Medical and prescription drug claims cost analysis of 258 former

PEIA weight management program participants: Pre-post and return on investment analyses. Research brief completed for WV PEIA Insurance Agency, Spring 2010.

Zizzi, S. (2009). How training in health and exercise psychology can make you a better “athlete” in the job

market. AASP Newsletter, 28-29. Keeler, L., & Zizzi, S. (2009). A model for supervision of applied sport psychology consultations in Division I

college sports. (Chapter 14, pp 197-216) In Schinke, R. (Ed). Contemporary sport psychology. Nova Science Publishers.

Zizzi, S., & Abildso, C. (2009). Increased physical activity in our wild and wonderful state might keep us open

for business. Preface article reviewed and published as part of the WV State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. WV Development Office, State of WV.

Zizzi, S. (2009). Physical activity and health in WV. Policy brief reviewed and published as part of the WV State

Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. WV Development Office, State of WV. Zizzi, S. (2009). The health benefits of walking. Policy brief reviewed and published as part of the WV State

Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. WV Development Office, State of WV. Zizzi, S. (2009). Getting people moving: Key findings related to individual behavior change. Policy brief

reviewed and published as part of the WV State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. WV Development Office, State of WV.

Zizzi, S., & Sherlock, L. (2008). Moving and motivating beyond the exercise prescription. AKWA: The Official

Publication of the Aquatic Exercise Association, 22(4), 9-12. (invited publication, non-peer reviewed) Etzel, E., Zizzi, S., Newcomer-Appeneal., R., Ferrante, A., & Perna, F. (2007). Providing psychological assistance

to college student athletes with injuries and disabilities. In Pargman, D. (Ed). Psychological bases of sport injuries. 3rd Edition.

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Meyer, B., & Zizzi, S. (2006). Emotional intelligence in sport: Conceptual, methodological, and applied issues. In A. Lane (Ed). Mood and human performance: Conceptual, measurement, and applied issues. Nova Science Publishers.

Zizzi, S., O’Hara-Tompkins, N., Vitullo, E. (2002). Survey of school-based physical activity in West Virginia

schools: Summary Report. Published by the WV Department of Education. Zizzi, S., Zaichkowsky, L., & Perna, F. (2002). Certification in sport and exercise psychology. In J. VanRaalte & B.

Brewer (Eds.). Exploring sport and exercise psychology (2nd edition). pp. 459-477. APA: Washington, DC. Zizzi, S. (2000). Effectiveness of traditional and web-based interventions on utilization of sport psychology

services: Exploring the stages of change. Unpublished doctoral dissertation. Zizzi, S. (1999). Potential benefits of accreditation in sport and exercise psychology. AAASP Newsletter, 14(3),

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Refereed, Published Abstracts (and other invited lectures) Notes: All published abstracts from conference proceedings were peer-reviewed; (#) signifies a data-based presentation or poster based on original research Zizzi, S., Visek, A., & Weinstein, M. (2015). Girls LEAD Nepal: An evidence-based workshop for empowering

girls and women through sport. Data-based workshop presented at the FEPSAC Congress in Bern, Switzerland. (#)

Zizzi, S., & Voelker, D. (2015). What can under and over-eaters learn from each other? An application of self-

regulation theory. Data-based workshop presented at the FEPSAC Congress in Bern, Switzerland. (#) Zizzi, S. (2014). Taking the sport psychology brand public. (part of the “five slides in five minutes” session).

Paper to be presented at the Association for Applied Sport Psychology national conference in Las Vegas, NV.

Zizzi, S. (2014). Changing lanes: How I turned a degree in applied sport psychology into a career in exercise

psychology. Paper to be presented at the Association for Applied Sport Psychology national conference in Las Vegas, NV.

Lima-Fogaca, J., & Zizzi, S. (2014). Relationships among personality factors, obesity, and physical activity in

weight loss participants. Paper to be presented at the Association for Applied Sport Psychology national conference in Las Vegas, NV. (#)

Zizzi, S. & Abildso, C. (2014). West Virginia employee preferences for worksite wellness programming in

nutrition, physical activity, and stress management. Paper presented at the Wellness Council of WV Annual Conference in Charleston, WV. (#)

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Zizzi, S. (2014). Future directions of sport and exercise psychology: Invited panel member. AASP Midwest, Bowling Green, Ohio.

Zizzi, S. (2014). Applied exercise psychology in practice: Developing and evaluating community based

programs. Invited webinar presented to national audience of AASP members, 2/17/2014. Zizzi, S. (2013). A comprehensive overview and evaluation of a community-based obesity prevention and

treatment program: Exercise psychology in practice. Symposium organized and presented for the AASP Conference in New Orleans, LA.

Zizzi, S., Abildso, C., & Shaffer, K. (2013). Merging the fitness and insurance industries to treat obesity:

Development, structure, and outcomes of the PEIA weight management program. Paper presented at the AASP Conference in New Orleans, LA.

Michel, J., Kadushin, P., & Zizzi, S. (2013). What knowlege and skills are weight loss clients learning from

personal trainers, dieticians, and health behavior counselors? Paper presented at the AASP Conference in New Orleans, LA. (#)

Zizzi, S. (2013). Training models in applied exercise psychology. Paper presented at the 13th world congress of

Sport Psychology sponsored by ISSP in Beijing, China. Zizzi, S. (2013). Sport psychology training and certification in North America. Paper presented at the 13th

world congress of Sport Psychology sponsored by ISSP in Beijing, China. Zizzi, S. (2013). Participation in a community-based weight management program can impact physical activity

and medication usage among West Virginians with diabetes. Paper presented at the 2013 Diabetes Symposium and Workshop, Morgantown, WV. (#)

Zizzi, S., Schmid, O., Cogan, K., & McCann, S. (2012). Integrating text messaging, video conferencing, and social

media into performance consultation. Symposium presented at the annual AASP Conference in Atlanta, GA.

Zizzi, S., & Schmid, O. (2012). Best practices for integrating SMS, email, and social media into sport

performance consultations. Paper presented at the annual AASP Conference in Atlanta, GA. Schmid, O., & Zizzi, S. (2012). E-consultations with athletes: An overview of ethical issues and evidence-based

practice data. Paper presented at the annual AASP Conference in Atlanta, GA. Zizzi, S. (2011). Promoting physical activity for weight loss in obese adults: Theory-based evidence from a

natural experiment in the United States. Paper presented at the 13th FEPSAC European Congress of Sport Psychology, July 12-17, Madeira Island, Portugal. Symposium Organizer and Discussant. (#)

Zizzi, S. (2011). Training coaches in sport psychology within an academic environment: The applied Master’s in

coaching. Paper presented at the 13th FEPSAC European Congress of Sport Psychology, July 12-17, Madeira Island, Portugal.

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Sibold J, Howard A, Zizzi S. (2011). Life stress and competitive anxiety predict time to injury in college athletes.

Paper presented at the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity Annual Conference, June 9-11, Burlington, VT. (#)

Zizzi, S., Quartiroli, A., Bartlett, M., & Oliverio, N. (2010). Two-year evaluation of a college student wellness

program. Paper presented at the AASP Conference in Providence, RI. (#) Zizzi, S., Abildso, C., Fitzpatrick, S., & Peacock, J. (2010). Helping clients lose weight: Applied exercise

psychology in practice. Workshop presented at AASP Conference in Providence, RI. Zakrajsek, R., Martin, S., & Zizzi, S. (2010). NCAA division 1 coaches' attitudes and use of sport psychology

services: A qualitative investigation. Paper presented at the AASP Conference in Providence, RI. (#) Fitzpatrick, S., & Zizzi, S. (2010). Effect of a walking intervention on self-efficacy for coping with cancer and

quality of life. Paper presented at the AASP Conference in Providence, RI. (#) Abildso, C., Zizzi, S., Reger-Nash, B. (2010). The PEIA weight management program: A sustainable and

beneficial program for West Virginia. Paper presented at the 2010 WV Physical Activity Symposium in Charleston, WV.

Fitzpatrick, S., Abildso, C., Zizzi, S., Goffredo, E., & Fuller, N. (2010). Why individuals join a weight management

program. Paper presented at the 2010 WV Physical Activity Symposium in Charleston, WV. Zizzi, S. (2009). Fitness or fatness: Which counts more towards your health? Invited workshop provided to the

PEIA Worksite Wellness Coordinator Training, Beckley, WV. Zizzi, S. (2009). The culture of college sport in American universities. Invited presentation given within

Master’s course at Catholic University, Milan, Italy. Zizzi, S., Abildso, C., & Creasy, J. (2009). When changing health behaviors to lose weight, which comes first:

The chicken or the exercise? Colloquium presented at the 2009 AASP Conference in Salt Lake City, UT. (#)

Quartiroli, A., Zizzi, S., & Vosloo, J. (2009). How do the training paths and work experiences differ for men and

women sport psychology professionals across the globe. Paper presented at the 12th World Congress of Sport Psychology in Marrakech, Morocco. (#)

Quartiroli, A., & Zizzi, S. (2008, May). One method of training graduate students in sport psychology: The West

Virginia University model. Invited keynote presentation given at the Italian Sport Psychology Congress in Senigallia, Italy.

Zizzi, S. (2008, May). Building strong relationships with your athletes: Enhancing motivation and performance.

Invited workshop given to select coaches in AC Milan Soccer organization in Milan, Italy.

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Abildso, C., & Zizzi, S. (2008, June). What we are doing and how we can make it better: A preliminary evaluation of the PEIA weight management program. Invited workshop presented to PEIA staff and site coordinators in Flatwoods, WV.

Geer, J., & Zizzi, S. (2008). Perceptions of the environment for physical activity: Perspectives from community

residents and policy officials. Paper presented at the 2008 Active Living Research Conference in Washington, DC. (#)

Abildso, C., Zizzi, S., et al (2008). Impact of a 12-week weight management program on physiological and

psychosocial outcomes: quantitative and qualitative evidence. Paper presented at the 55th Annual ACSM Conference in Indianapolis. (#)

Huang, C.J., Zizzi, S., & Watson, J. (2008). Developing the measure of mental toughness for athletes. Paper

presented at the AASP Conference in St. Louis, MO. Zizzi, S., & Hays, K. (2007). Changing health behaviors: Intersections of exercise, psychology, and

psychotherapy. Workshop presented at the APA Convention in San Francisco, CA. Zizzi, S., & Sherlock, L. (2007). Helping others develop active lifestyles in your community. Workshop

presented at the WV Summer Institute on Aging, Morgantown, WV. Zizzi, S. (2007). Simple strategies for sticking with an exercise program. Invited lecture at Dublin City

University, Dublin, Ireland. (March). Zizzi, S. (2007). Understanding community-based physical activity: Personal, social, and cultural factors. Invited

lecture at Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland. (March). Abildso, C., Zizzi, S., Abildso, L., Steele, J., & Gordon, P. (2007). Built environment and psychosocial factors

associated with trail proximity and use. Paper presented at the Active Living Research Conference in San Diego, CA. (February). (#)

Zizzi, S., Quartiroli, A., & Vosloo, J. (2007). A worldwide survey of the training of sport psychology

professionals. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Louisville, KY. (#) Fitzpatrick, S., Visek, A., Hurst, J., Shapiro, J., Harris, B., Creasy, J., & Zizzi, S. (2007). Creating and implementing

a community based exercise adherence program. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Louisville, KY. (#)

Shapiro, J., Fitzpatrick, S., & Zizzi, S. (2007). Does high school athletic participation influence physical activity

levels after the transition to college? Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Louisville, KY. (#) Hurst, J., & Zizzi, S. (2007). Athletic participation and adjustment to college life for students with physical

disabilities. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Louisville, KY. (#)

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Keeler, L., Zizzi, S., & Watson, J. (2007). Measuring clients’ readiness to use psychological skills training. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Louisville, KY. (#)

Huang, C-J, Zizzi, S., & Watson, J. (2007). Exploring the factors associated with mental toughness of athletes.

Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Louisville, KY. (#) Zizzi, S. (2006). Current research trends in exercise psychology in the USA. Invited lecture presented at 8th

National Conference of Sport Psychology in Wuhan, China (October). Zizzi, S. (2006). Certification issues in applied sport psychology in the USA. Invited workshop presented at 8th

National Conference of Sport Psychology in Wuhan, China (October). Gilleland, D., Bonner, D., Donley, T., Zizzi, S., Hornsby, G., Ullrich, I., & Yeater, R. (2006). A weight management

program with costs shared by patients and insurance improves adherence and compliance. Paper presented at 53rd annual meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), Denver, CO. (#)

Vosloo, J., Fisher, B., & Zizzi, S. (2006). Factors related to campus recreation center use: Comparing intentions,

motives, and self-efficacy for physical activity across genders. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Miami, FL. (#)

Omar-Fauzee, S., & Zizzi, S. (2006). Does the proselytizing stage exist in the transtheoretical model of exercise

behavior? Paper presented at the 6th Sport Science Asia Conference, Universiti Sains, Malaysia. (#) Rye, J., Vitullo, E., O’Hara-Tompkins, N., & Zizzi, S. (2006). Students’ perceptions of their community

interventions to increase physical activity opportunities. Paper presented at the CDC International Congress on Physical Activity and Public Health in Atlanta, GA.

Zizzi, S., Keeler, L., & Watson, J., (2005). The interaction of goal orientation and stage of change on exercise

behavior in college students. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. (#)

Grindley, E., Zizzi, S., & Nasypany, A. (2005). Using protection motivation theory, mood, and barriers to assess

physical therapy patients’ perceptions at the onset of injury rehabilitation. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. (#)

Abildso, C., Zizzi, S., Rye, J., O’Hara-Tompkins, N., Vitullo, E. (2005). Impact of a three-week pedometer

intervention on high school students’ daily step counts and perceptions of physical activity. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. (#)

Zakrajsek, R., & Zizzi, S. (2005). Coaches intentions to use sport psychology services and their preferences for

different contact methods. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. (#)

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Fitzpatrick, S. Bartlett, M., Zizzi, S. Watson, J., & Grindley, E. (2005). Health behaviors of college students: Gender and motivation. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. (#)

Zizzi, S., Grindley, E., Sibold, J., & Ostrow, A. (2005). Predicting injury occurrence and adherence in university

and community samples. Paper presented at the ISSP World Congress of Sport Psychology in Sydney, Australia. (#)

Watson, J., Zizzi, S., & Etzel, E. (2005). Ethical training in sport psychology programs: Current training

standards. Paper presented at the ISSP World Congress of Sport Psychology in Sydney, Australia. (#) O’Hara-Tompkins, N., Rye, J., Zizzi, S., & Vitullo, E. (2005). Lessons learned from engaging schools and

underserved youth in physical activity promotion research. Paper presented at the 19th National Conference on Chronic Disease Prevention and Control in Atlanta, GA.

Mangone, C., Tessaro, I., Rye, S., Goodrich, D., Parker, L., Zizzi, S., & Parkar, I. (2004). Developing interventions

for healthy eating and physical activity in Appalachian churches. Paper presented at the American Public Health Association Conference in Washington, DC. (#)

Zizzi, S., Parker, P., & Blom, L. (2004). Evaluating the effectiveness of a screening and intervention program on

clinic-based exercise adherence. Paper presented at the 2004 AAASP Conference in Minneapolis, MN. (#)

Zakrajsek, R., & Zizzi, S. (2004). Coaches and sport psychology: An exploration of mediating factors influencing

intentions to utilize sport psychology consultation. Paper presented at the 2004 AAASP Conference in Minneapolis, MN. (#)

Aumand, E., Zizzi, S., & Watson, J. (2004). Comparing physical activity patterns and perceived benefits of new

and habitually active college students. Paper presented at the 2004 AAASP Conference in Minneapolis, MN. (#)

Goodrich, D., & Zizzi, S. (2004). Use of pedometry to asses the relationship between randomized step counts

to daily mood states among sedentary adults. Paper presented at the 2004 AAASP Conference in Minneapolis, MN. (#)

Watson, J., Ayers, S., & Zizzi, S. (2004). Student recreation centers: A comparison of users and non-users on

psychosocial variables. Paper presented at the 2004 AAASP Conference in Minneapolis, MN. (#) Naoi, A., Ostrow, A., Etzel, E., & Zizzi, S. (2004, December). The effects of cognitive and relaxation

interventions on injured athletes’ mood, pain, optimism, and adherence to rehabilitation. Poster presented at the 31st Japanese Society of Sport Psychology Conference, Osaka, Japan. (#)

Zizzi, S., Grindley, E., Watson, J., Ayers, S., & Keeler, L. (2003). Exercise and smoking behaviors among new

exercisers and habitually active college students. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Philadelphia, PA. (#)

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Hurst, J., & Zizzi, S. (2003). Changes in social support, life stress, and coping skills across time among college

athletes. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Philadelphia, PA. (#) Downey, V.P., Zizzi, S., Watson, J., Blom, L. (2003). Establishing a hierarchy of psychological skills:

Psychologists’ perceptions of competence and effectiveness. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Philadelphia, PA. (#)

Geer, J., Zizzi, S., Watson, J. (2003). Coaches and athletic trainers’ use of and self-efficacy for psychological skills

training. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Philadelphia, PA. (#) Visek, A., Zakrajsek, R., Lubker, J., Watson, J., & Zizzi, S. (2003). Performance enhancement workshop series:

An investigation of empirical effectiveness. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Philadelphia, PA. (#)

Zedosky, L, Wright, J., O’Hara-Tompkins, N., & Zizzi, S. (2003). Improving physical activity for youth: A

collaborative partnership between education, health, and the prevention research center. Paper presented at the 17th National Conference on Chronic Disease Prevention and Control in St. Louis, MO.

Watson, J., Zizzi, S., Etzel, E., & Lubker, J. (2003). Supervision: Trends in applied sport psychology among

students and professionals. Paper presented at the American Psychological Association conference in Toronto, Canada. (#)

Zizzi, S., Grindley, E., Perna, F. (2002). Applied exercise psychology: A multidisciplinary program for disease

prevention and exercise adherence. Colloquium presented at the AAASP Conference in Tucson, AZ. Etzel, E., Watson, J., Zizzi, S., Foster, S., Peterson, K. (2002). Ethical beliefs and behaviors of AAASP members in

the new millennium. Symposium presented at the AAASP Conference in Tucson, AZ. (#) Goodrich, D., Zizzi, S., Gordon, P. (2002). Impact of a community based rail-trail on physical activity rates.

Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Tucson, AZ. (#) Clark, T., Zizzi, S., Goodrich, D., Parker, P., Blom, L., Grindley, E., Naoi, A. (2002). The development of a

community based workshop series: Providing exposure to psychological skills. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Tucson, AZ.

Deaner, H., Hill, T., Zizzi, S. (2002). Helping gymnasts cope with pressure: Team and individual approaches.

Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Tucson, AZ. Watson, J., Zizzi, S., Krantz, D., Bly, C., Royland, E. (2002). A evaluation of the effects of brief exercise on mood.

Paper presented at the AAASP SE Regional Conference in Knoxville, TN. (#) Maniar, S., Curry, L., Zizzi, S., & Kovalski, T. (2002). Athletes' stigmas toward seeking help: A shrink in sheep's

clothing is still a shrink. Paper presented at the AERA Conference in New Orleans, LA. (#)

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Naylor, A. (organizer), Zizzi, S., Zaichowsky, L., & Nideffer, R. (2001). Wired for performance excellence: Case studies of online consulting in sport psychology. Workshop presented at the AAASP Conference in Orlando, FL.

Scherzer, C. (organizer), Fazio, R., Zizzi, S., Peterson, K., & Gardner, D. (2001). Tips for gaining applied experience in graduate school and beyond. Workshop presented at the AAASP Conference in Orlando, FL.

Naoi, A., & Zizzi, S. (2001). Multicultural consulting experiences with tennis players in Japan and the United States. Poster presented at the AAASP Conference in Orlando, FL.

Zizzi, S. (2000). Integrating internet and email technology into existing intervention models. Paper presented

at the AAASP Conference in Nashville, TN. (#) Zizzi, S., Watson, J., & Cockshott, R. (2000). Integrating internet and email technology into applied sport

psychology: A new approach to intervention and education. Symposium organized and presented at the AAASP Conference in Nashville, TN. (#)

Maniar, S., Zizzi, S., Sandstedt, S., Webber, S. N., Palmer, C. (2000). Reaching athletes: Three NCAA division I

university varied approaches and doctoral student experiences. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Nashville, TN.

Curry, L., Palmer, C., Maniar, S., Etzel, E., Zizzi, S., Webber, S. N., Sandstedt, S. (2000). Helping athletes:

Counseling and teaching strategies for successful individual and group sport psychology support. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Nashville, TN.

Magyar, M. (organizer), Gano-Overway, L., Reel, J., Zizzi, S., Ambrose, A., & Babkes, M. (2000). Students

mentoring students: The transition from graduate school to new professional. Symposium presented at the AAASP Conference in Nashville, TN.

Zizzi, S., & Martens, M. (1999). Practical methods for integrating multicultural counseling training into applied

sport psychology programs. Colloquium presented at the AAASP Conference in Banff, Canada. Etzel, E., Zizzi, S., Perna, F., Goldman, C., & Shaw, K. (1999). In pursuit of certification: A model for acquiring a

variety of applied sport psychology experience in a university setting. Workshop presented at the AAASP Conference in Banff, Canada.

Zizzi, S., Silva, J., & Martens, M. (1998). The relationship between confidence and attributions in sport: An

optimistic approach. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Cape Cod, MA. (#) Martens, M. & Zizzi, S. (1998). Multicultural training in applied sport psychology. Paper presented at the

AAASP Conference in Cape Cod, MA.

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Ahlgren, R., Etzel, E., Zizzi, S., & Perna, F. (1998). An investigation of the relationship between life stress and changes in mood states and stress symptoms in NCAA division I women’s athletics team members. Paper presented at the AAASP Conference in Cape Cod, MA.

Zizzi, S., Silva, J., & Martens, M. (1998). Predicting attributional dimensions in athletes: Is gender still salient?

Paper presented at the APA Conference in San Francisco, CA. (#) Martens, M., Zizzi, S., Silva, J. (1998). The effect of demographic and sport-related factors on motivational

orientation in athletes. Paper presented at the APA Conference in San Francisco, CA. (#) Martens, M. P., Zizzi, S. J., Stevens, D., Hall, C. (1997). Imagery use by athletes: Further investigation of the

Sport Imagery Questionnaire. Paper presented at AAASP Conference in San Diego, CA. (#)

TEACHING – courses taught

Research Methods in Physical Activity (SEP 474, captstone) – 15-25 undergraduate students, 3 terms

Health and Exercise Psychology (SEP 722) – 5-15 graduate students, 6 terms

Exercise Psychology (SEP 383) – 35 undergraduates, 15 terms (in person and online)

Advanced Measurement (SEP 726) – 20 graduate students, 14 terms

Psychological Aspects of Sport and Physical Activity (SEP 272) – 35 undergraduates, 15 terms (in person and online)

Psychological Aspects of Sport and Physical Activity (SEP 640) – 22 graduate students, 8 terms

Psychological Aspects of Sport Injury (SEP 723) – 15-20 graduate students, 8 terms

Sport Psychology Practicum / Internship (SEP 691G) – 8-13 graduate students in group supervision; 2-6 individuals under my supervision each semester, 18 terms

Sport Psychology Across the Lifespan (SEP 493) – 15 undergraduate students, 1 term

Freshman Student-Athlete Orientation (SEP 170) – 50-70 first year students, 1 term (average students per term; courses >500 are graduate level; SEP = sport and exercise psychology)

Thesis and Dissertation Committee Service

57. Byrd, M. Dissertation. Tracking changes in athletes' anxiety, anger, and impulsiveness after concussion.

(Chair, Proposed Fall 2015). 56. Li., S. Dissertation. The influence of physical activity on international students’ cross-cultural adjustment: A

qualitative longitudinal study. (Chair, Defended Fall 2015). 55. Prior, R. Dissertation. Sport psychology “app”lication: NCAA coaches’ preferences for a mental training

mobile app. (Member, Defended Fall 2014). 54. Huang, J. Dissertation. Preservice physical education teachers’ stress and instructional effectiveness.

(Member, Defended May 2014). 53. Cormier, M. Certified athletic trainers’ abilities to diagnose and refer athletes with psychological

symptoms. (Chair, Defended Summer 2014).

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52. Schmid, O. The dual relationship in female tennis players. (Chair, for defense only, Defended Spring

2014) 51. McAlarnen, M. Dissertation. Sport psychology consultants: Professional background and consultant

skills. (Member, Defended Spring 2015). 50. Sherlock, L. Dissertation. Effects of aquatic exercise on executive function in the aging population.

(Member, Defended Spring 2014). 49. Ferrera, A. Dissertation. Division I college student-athlete career situation and their attitudes toward

career counseling. (Member, Defended August 2014). 48. Butters-Wooding, C. Dissertation. Stoking the flames of wellness: An exploration of WV firefighters’

experiences with physical activity and nutrition. (Chair, Defended Spring 2014). 47. Kadushin, P. Dissertation. An exploration of state employees’ preferences for worksite-based physical

activity, nutrition, and stress management programs. (Chair, Defended Spring 2014). 46. Braga, L. Dissertation. Middle school students’ perceptions and experiences of the physical education

component of a comprehensive school-based physical activity program. (Member, Defended Spring 2014).

45. Michel, J. Dissertation. An exploratory investigation of baseball coaches’ attitudes, knowledge, and

experiences with sport psychology. (Member, Defended Spring 2013). 44. Fitzpatrick, S. Dissertation. Using concept mapping to identify action steps for physical activity

promotion in cancer treatment. (Chair, Defended Spring 2012). One article published. 43. Monda, S. Dissertation. Towards the development of research-based interventions: Academic

experiences of at-risk student-athletes. (Member, defended Spring 2011). 42. Peacock, J. Dissertation. A survey of bariatric surgical patients' experiences with behavioral and

psychological services. (Chair, defended Spring 2011). Two articles published. 41. Quartiroli, A. Dissertation. A tailored wellness intervention for first year college students using internet

technology. (Chair, defended Summer 2011). One article published. 40. Vosloo, J. Dissertation. Exploring factors contributing to drop-out of women coaches: A social exchange

perspective. (Member, defended Summer 2010) 39. Bartlett, M. Dissertation. The evaluation of a nutrition education and fitness program using the RE-AIM

model. (Chair, defended Fall 2009). One article published.

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38. O’Neil, L. Thesis. The relationship of athletic identity, coping skills, and cognitive appraisals in injured adults. (Member, proposed Spring 2009)

37. Steege, E. Thesis. The role of emotional intelligence on coach-athlete relationships and motivational

climate. (Chair, defended Spring 2009) 36. Abildso, C. Dissertation. Using the RE-AIM model to evaluate the effectiveness of an insurance-funded

weight management program. (Chair, defended Spring 2008). Two articles published. 35. Clement, D. Dissertation. A psychoeducational program for athletic training students. (Member,

defended Spring 2008) 34. Liedl, D. Dissertation. A study of motivation among elite lacrosse coaches. (Member, defended Fall

2008) 33. Frontiera, J. Dissertation. Factors influencing culture change in professional sports organizations.

(Member, defended Fall 2008) 32. Creasy, J. Thesis. The effects of a physical activity intervention for weight loss on body image and self-

esteem. (Chair, defended Fall 2008) 31. Fitzpatrick, S. Thesis. A walking intervention for cancer patients. (Chair, defended 2010) 30. Zakrajsek, R. Dissertation. Impact of a tailored intervention on coaches’ attitudes and use of sport

psychology services. (Chair, defended Fall 2007). Two articles published. 29. Abildso, C. Impact of a 12-week lifestyle modification program on psychosocial and physiological

outcomes. WVU Dept of Community Medicine. (Practicum Preceptor, defended Fall 2007). One article published.

28. Geer, J. Dissertation, Perceptions of the environment for physical activity: Perspectives from

community residents and policy officials. (Chair, Defended Fall 2007) 27. Frere, L. Dissertation. An exploratory study of multiple relationships, ethical decision making, and the

identification of harmful relationships in college counseling centers. (Member, defended Spring 2007)

26.Visek, A. Dissertation. Athletic identity and aggressive behavior: An exploratory investigation of its

relationship in contact and collision sports. (Member, defended Spring 2007) 25. Crockett, N. Thesis. The effects of prolonged ankle brace use in high school basketball athletes on

dynamic postural control. (Member, defended Spring 2007) 24. Loutsch, J. Thesis. Perceive social support systems during athletic injury recovery in collegiate club sport

athletes. (Member, defended Spring 2007)

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23. Dillard, D. Thesis. Predictive factors of brachial plexus neuropathy in wrestling athletes: A prospective

longitudinal study. (Member, defended Spring 2006) 22. Keeler, L., Dissertation. The transtheoretical model and psychological skills training: Application and

implications for elite female athletes. (Member, defended Spring 2006) 21. Spencer, B. Thesis. Effect of prolonged ankle bracing on dynamic balance in volleyball players. (Member,

defended Spring 2006) 20. Kulpa, T. Thesis. The effect of a fatiguing protocol on dynamic postural balance. (Member, defended Spring

2006) 19. Bartlett, M. Thesis. Intense training in sport: Effects on immune function and mood state. (Member,

defended Spring 2006) 18. Hurst, J. Dissertation. The influence of disability status and athletic participation on psychosocial variables

related to adjustment in college populations. (Chair, defended Spring 2006) 17. Clement, D. Thesis. Psychological readiness: Its role in assessment for injury rehabilitation adherence and

compliance. (Member, defended Fall 2005). 16. Grindley, E. Dissertation. Predicting adherence to injury rehabilitation: Utility of a screening tool and

physical therapists predictions. (Chair, defended Spring 2005). One article published. 15. Goodrich, D. Dissertation. The impact of walking on mood and mood regulation in older adults. (Chair,

defended Summer 2004). 14. Zakrajsek, R. Thesis. Coaches and sport psychology: An exploration of mediating factors influencing the

likelihood to utilize sport psychology consultation. (Chair, defended Spring 2004). One article published.

13. Sibold, J. Dissertation. The effect of psychosocial mediators on injury occurrence and severity in college

athletes. (Chair, defended March 2004). One article published. 12. Downey, VP. Dissertation. Factors affecting freshman adjustment for student and student athletes.

(Member, defended May 2005). 11. Geer, J. Thesis: Effects of listening to music in a precompetition routine on mood and performance.

(Member; defended May 2004) 10. Visek, A. Thesis: Perceived legitimacy of aggression in ice hockey players across different developmental

levels. (Member; defended Spring 2004).

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9. Sidener, R. Thesis: Do practice weights vary from wrestling weights throughout the season and can the difference predict win/loss records? (Member; defended Spring 2004).

8. Cummins, D. Dissertation: Multicultural competence and levels of effectiveness in adventure based

counseling. Counseling psychology. (Member; defended April 2004). 7. Huston, J. Thesis: The effects of fatigue on joint position sense in the ankle. (Member; defended April 2003). 6. Piegaro, A. Thesis: The comparative effects of four-week core stabilization and balance training programs on

semi-dynamic and dynamic balance. (Member; defended April 2003) 5. Naoi, A. Dissertation: The effects of cognitive and behavioral interventions on injured athletes’ mood, pain,

optimism, adherence, and compliance to rehabilitation. (Member; defended April 2003) 4. Black, A. (2002). Dissertation: Gender, gender role, and gender role orientation of exercise task: Effects on

cardiovascular reactivity and confidence. (psychology department; member; defended December 2002)

3. Dady, M., & Hare, S. Thesis: Stress and burnout in graduate athletic training students. (member; defended

June 2002) 2. Deaner, H. Dissertation: Psychometric evaluation of the Sport Disengagement Questionnaire. (member;

defended May 2002). 1. Ahlgren, B. Dissertation: An investigation of demographic, psychosocial, and self-reported behavioral

influences on career maturity levels of college student athletes. (member; finished Fall 2001) SERVICE University Service

Member, College of PA&SS Student Awards Committee Spring 2009-2010

Chair, SEP Asst Professor Faculty Search Spring 2008

Chair, Faculty Review Committee, WVU CPASS Three terms, 2008, 2010, 2012

Program Coordinator, WVU Sport and Exercise Psychology Program 2006-Spring 2007

Member, Athletic Coaching Faculty Search Committee Spring 2006

Member, WVU Undergraduate Curriculum Review Cmte Fall 2005-Spring 2007

Chair, ICPE Subcommittee for Trade Publications Spring 2004-2008

Member, Grants and Contracts Committee, School of PE 2001-

Member, Science Practice Advisory Panel, Center Fall 2002-Spring 2004 for Healthy Communities

Co-organizer, Performance Enhancement Workshop Series 2001-2005

Staff Member, Clinical Exercise Program (Exercise Physiology) 2000-2010

WVU Sport Psychology Webpage Content Coordinator 2001-2007

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Guest speaker and lecturer 2001-

Professional Service

Organizing Committee Member, WV Physical Activity Symposium 2010-2011

Article Reviewer, Journals of Applied Sport Psychology and Sport and Exercise Psychology, The Sport Psychologist Pediatric Exercise Science, Eating Behaviors, RQES, Preventing Chronic Disease American Journal of Preventative Medicine, International J of SEP 2002-

Chair, AAASP Web Development Committee 2002-2005

Member, AAASP Graduate Training Committee 2005-2007

Member, APA Div 47 Public Interest Committee 2006-2007

Reviewer, APA Div 47 Conference Program 2006, 2007,2008

Ad Hoc Member, AAASP Health Psychology Committee 2001-02

Regional Student Representative, AAASP (Mid-Atlantic) 1998-1999

Student Member, AAASP Performance Enhancement Committee 1997-1998

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Sport and Exercise Psychology Applied Service Certified Consultant, Association for the Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology (# 144) Member, United States Olympic Committee Sport Psychology Registry (2000- 2008) Sport Psychology Consultant and Supervisor 1997 – present

Develop, conduct, and supervise individual interventions with university student-athletes on issues ranging from performance enhancement to injury rehabilitation to interpersonal issues

Develop, conduct, and supervise team consultations with high school and college-level teams

Provide individual and group supervision to graduate students in conducting individual and group interventions with athletes

Lifestyle Behavior Change Consultant and Program Supervisor 2000 – present WVU Disease Prevention Program at the Health Sciences Center (within Exercise Physiology Lab) and Mission Possible Weight Loss Program, and the WV PEIA Weight Management Program

Assist clients with self-monitoring, building self-efficacy for exercise, and overcoming barriers to exercise while establishing consistent exercise and diet behaviors.

Share relevant case information with exercise physiology staff at weekly meetings and maintained an effective consulting relationship with graduate students and faculty.

Train exercise physiology staff on behavior modification techniques.

Train and supervise students each semester to provide brief, stage matched interventions with high risk exercise and weight loss participants.