I am intrigued by the interconnected nature of humans – the mind, body, and spirit embodied in the world of other embodied souls.
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Artist, philosopher and scientist. Betty 块 embodies all three with ease. Whether she's performing dance at the Kennedy Center, studying the minutia of human movement or showcasing the talents of disabled performers, 块 has one question in mind: what does it mean to be human?
A Conversation with Dr. 块
What would you tell a student who is thinking about attending A&移动商务?
Come join the Pride! There is so much to love about A&移动商务. It’s large enough to attract top-quality professors from around the world who actually teach your classes. It’s small enough that people know your name and you will be big enough to take leadership positions if you want them! Most importantly, the 狮子 network of faculty, staff and alumni have your back.
What makes you passionate about your discipline?
I am intrigued by the interconnected nature of humans – the mind, body and spirit embodied in the world of other embodied souls. The field of Kinesiology and all of her sub-disciplines provide the opportunity to study every part of what it means to be human.
教育al Background
- Ed.D., Physical 教育 and Recreation, East Texas State University, 1989
- M.S., Physical 教育, East Texas State University, 1978
- B.S., Elementary 教育 with Physical 教育 Specialization, East Texas State University, 1976
Academic Positions
- Professor, 健康 and Human Performance, 皇冠体育365赌博&M University-商务, 2011-2022
- Interim Department Head, 教育al 领导, 皇冠体育365赌博&M University-商务, 2018
- Associate Provost and Vice 总统 for Academic Affairs, 皇冠体育365赌博&M University-商务, 2014–2016
Awards and Honors
- 皇冠体育365赌博&M System Regents Professor, 2020
- Outstanding Department Head Award, 2013-2014
- A&M System Excellence in Teaching Award, 2011
- 总统ial Award, National Association for Kinesiology in Higher 教育
- 总统ial Citation, National Dance Association
研究 Interests
- Relational Cultural Theory
- 现象学
- 舞蹈治疗
Professional Organizations
- American 舞蹈治疗 Association
- National Association for Kinesiology in Higher 教育
- Council of 研究生 学校
- American Alliance for 健康, Physical 教育, Recreation and Dance