Welcome back to another episode of On the Move, the podcast from the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at Texas A&M University. In this episode, host Chelsea Reber sits down with Dr. James Carson, Director of the Huffines Institute, to discuss the institute’s exciting initiatives and its mission to advance student learning in kinesiology and sport management.

Dr. Carson shares insights into the Huffines Institute's latest projects, including concussion research for student-athletes, and its role in expanding research opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students. He highlights the institute’s efforts to foster interdisciplinary learning, as well as future plans to create Huffines Fellows at the undergraduate level.

Throughout the conversation, Dr. Carson reflects on the challenges facing the fields of kinesiology and sport management and offers advice for students eager to make an impact in these rapidly growing areas. Tune in to learn more about how the Huffines Institute is shaping the future of sports science and providing students with unique opportunities for research and career development.

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

Host: Chelsea Reber

Guest: Dr. James Carson, Director of the Huffines Institute, Texas A&M University

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 01:23 ) Introduction

(01:24 - 03:16 ) About the Huffines Institute

(03:17 - 04:32 ) Recent Arrival at Texas A&M

(04:33 - 06:54 ) Current Initiatives at the Huffines Institute

(06:55 - 08:22 ) Expanding Student Learning

(08:23 - 08:59 ) Student Travel Awards

(09:00 - 12:15 ) Hilliard Discussion

(12:16 - 14:28 ) Challenges in the Field

(14:29 - 15:41 ) Future Plans and Goals

(15:42 - 16:45 ) Student Involvement with the Huffines Institute

(16:46 - 18:27 ) Advice for Students

(18:28 - 19:19 ) Closing