Welcome to Season 3 of On the Move, the podcast from the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at Texas A&M University! Kicking off the season, host Chelsea Reber sits down with Dr. Marlene Dixon, Department Head of KNSM, to explore the diverse research, innovative programs, and student success stories that define the department.

Dr. Dixon highlights the creativity and dedication of KNSM faculty, whose research tackles real-world challenges in kinesiology and sport management. She shares inspiring student success stories and reflects on how hands-on learning opportunities–such as internships, practicums, and shadowing–are helping students thrive in their fields. Dr. Dixon also gives insight into what prospective students can expect when joining KNSM and offers a glimpse of what’s to come in Season 3.

Tune in to learn how KNSM is shaping the future of kinesiology and sport management, one student and one discovery at a time. Be sure to leave a like, comment, and subscribe!

To learn more about the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at TAMU, visit https://knsm.tamu.edu/ 

Host: Chelsea Reber

Guest: Dr. Marlene Dixon, Department Head of Kinesiology & Sport Management, Texas A&M University

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 01:27 ) Introduction

(01:28 - 03:40 ) Diverse Research in KNSM

(03:41 - 05:36 ) Highlights as the Department Head

(05:37 - 06:26 ) Student Success Stories

(06:27 - 07:43 ) Funny Experiences in KNSM

(07:44 - 09:45 ) Overcoming Challenges in the Department

(09:46 - 12:05 ) Where Students Are Gaining Value

(12:06 - 13:14 ) How Prospective Students Can Learn More

(13:15 - 14:50 ) What to Expect in Season 3

(14:51 - 15:11 ) Closing