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Getting to know: Vicki Ebbeck

“Practice gratitude, starting with your education that is such a privilege,” Vicki says.

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Autistic children with better motor skills more adept at socializing

In a new study looking at toddlers and preschoolers with autism, researchers found that children with better motor skills were more adept at socializing and communicating.

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ACL injuries may be prevented by different landing strategy

Women are two to eight times more likely than men to suffer a debilitating tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the knee and a new study suggests that a combination of body type and landing techniques may be to blame.

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Inside the mind of researcher Megan MacDonald

“I think that the most fascinating part of my research is working with children and their families toward a common goal,” says Assistant Professor Megan MacDonald.

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Walking the talk

It takes more than just words to teach students to follow their dreams and be physically active. Exercise and Sport Science Clinical Assistant Professor Heidi Wegis teaches by example – and in June she completed her first Ironman triathlon in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

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Mark Hoffman named NATA Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer

Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs Mark Hoffman has been named the National Athletic Trainers’ Association’s (NATA) 2013 Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer.