The Department of Kinesiology, Sport Studies, and Physical Education aims to provide opportunities for the study of sport and exercise science. The academic major in physical education aims to produce individuals who are physically educated; who understand and appreciate the value of physical activity in human development, human interaction, human performance, and quality of life; who know and can apply sound principles for developing skills and fitness; and who are themselves active, skillful and physically fit.
Collected here are synthesis projects produced by students in the Department of Kinesiology, Sport Studies, and Physical Education at the College at Brockport.
Synthesis Projects from 2019
Is sport specialization worth the risk? Myths vs. reality, Justin Dueppengiesser
How Does Pressure to be Perfect Impact Pre-Collegiate Gymnasts?, Caitlin J. Elsadek
Does Sports Build Positive Youth Development?, Mark Federico
Factors to Consider in Preparing Adapted Physical Education Teachers to Teach in Urban Settings, Joanessa Fequiere
Does Physical Activity Improve Cognitive Functioning? A Synthesis of the Research Literature, Nathan Klos
Parental Perspectives on Physical Education Services for Children with CHARGE Syndrome, Kristi Jo Lane
The Effects Socioeconomic Status, Nutrition, and Physical Activity Have on the Youth, Felix Morales
The Effect of Media Coverage of Female Athletes and the Impact on How These Athletes View Their Body, Hannah Rehbaum
Character Development in Youth Sports, Nicholas Stenzel
The Factors Affecting Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tears in Female Athletes A Synthesis of the Research Literature, Courtney L. Szczesniak
Synthesis Projects from 2018
Opioid Alternatives for Athletes, Robert Battaglia
Factors that Impact the Successful Recruitment of Student-Athletes in Collegiate Athletics: A Synthesis of the Research Literature, Stephen Bobarakis
The Role of Social Media in Intercollegiate Athletics: A Synthesis of the Research Literature, William B. Burns III
Mental Health Issues in College Athletes, Ashley Capone
Effects of Athletics on Character and Moral Development of Collegiate Athletes, Jenna Clarke
Key Factors to Consider in Sport Specialization for Youth: A Review of the Literature, Corey Craig
The Effect of Psychological Response on Recovery of Sport Injury: A Review of the Literature, Travis Grant
The Effect of Team Sports On Mental Health In Adolescents, Jhon Guarin
The Effect of Mindfulness and Meditation in Sports Performance, Christopher Heckman
What are Preferred Leadership Styles of Athletes from Their Coaches, Sean Heil
Exploring the Links Between Coaching Burnout and Work Addiction in Athletics, Kristopher Horn
Factors that Affect Retention of Sport Officials, Ryan Ilardi
The Benefits of Participation in Yoga for Students with Disabilities, Micah Joseph
Media Coverage for Female Sports: A Review of Literature, Hsu Zen Lim
Coaching Behaviors and their Impact on Burnout of High School Athletes, Zachary Monell
College Intervention Programs and their Effects on the Physical Health of College Students, Tanner E. Mosher
Creating Successful Experiences for Deaf Children in Physical Education and Athletics: A Review of the Literature, Charles Palmer
Administrative Evaluation Practices and the effects they have on College Head Coaches, Nicholas Pontari
A Review the Literature on Problems and Challenges Encountered by Educators During the IEP Process, Schecyl M. Santiago- Lugo
Sport Participation and Academic Achievement in High School Athletes, Meg Stucko
The Impact of Resistance Training on High School Athletes: A Synthesis of the Research Literature, Tyler Winter
Synthesis Projects from 2017
Alternative Teaching Approaches to Promote Student Motivation in Physical Education at the Secondary Level, Brittany Brace
Movement Therapy for School Age Children with Autism: A Review of the Literature, Courtney Bradish
Effects of Cumulative Concussions on High School and College Athletes and Concussion Prevention Strategies, Taylor Cooke
What are the ergogenic effects of music during exercise?, Brianne Corigliano
A Review of the Campus Recreation Programming Factors Impacting the Recruitment and Retention of College Students, Nedeljko Cvijetinovic
How Do Interventions through the Self-Determination Theory Affect Middle and High School Student’s Participation in Physical Education Class?, Nicholas Droegmoeller
Factors That Increase Physical Activity in Youth Who Are Visually Impiared, Adam Dwyer
Physical activity interventions for children with Down syndrome: A synthesis of the research literature, Maleda Funk
Abusive Behavior in Sport: When Does a Coach Cross the Line?, Margeaux Gupilan
A Review of Literature on the Benefits of Sport Education on Secondary Physical Education, Hugo Herrera
Effects of Sport Specialization on Youth and Interscholastic Athletes, Joseph Innes
Periodization Programs and their Effects on the Physiological Outcomes of Collegiate Athletes, Raymond Irish
Factors Affecting the Experiences of LGBT Students in Physical Education and Sport A Synthesis of the Research Literature, Dylan Jaklitsch
Will physical activity increase academic performance?, Samantha Kreso
Sport Specialization and the Creation of Elite Soccer Athletes, Nathan Lawson
Importance of Support in Weight Management, Michael Lopez
The Impact of Coaching Styles on the Motivation and Performance of Athletes, Mike Marcone
Evidence-Based Best Practices in Physical Activity for Children with Serious Disabilities A Synthesis of the Research Literature, Roselym M. Miranda-Mercado
A Review of Literature on the College Experience of Students Employed in Campus Recreation Programs, Domonique Sak
Effects of Running up the Score in Sport, Jonathan Santana
An Analysis of Factors Contributing to Anxiety in Athletic Performance, James Vanderhoof
Physical Activity Events for Children: Do the Benefits Justify Time Away from Academics?, Laura L. Wright
Synthesis Projects from 2016
Prevalent Stressors Found Among Collegiate and Elite Coaches, Kathryn Delaney
Approaches to Overcoming Barriers to Physical Activity in Urban Areas, Chelsea D. Dimyan
Dancing as a Tool for Successful Transitioning to Adulthood for Individuals with Disabilities, Edith Mariely Pérez Rodríguez
The Barriers and Facilitators of After-School Physical Activity Participation for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Nicole Seaver
Health-Related Physical Fitness Benefits of Exercise Prescriptions for Individuals with Down Syndrome, Kimberly Wooten
Synthesis Projects from 2015
Will Strengthening the Cervical Muscles of the Neck Diminish the Risk of Concussions?, Nathan D. Bull
Synthesis Projects from 2014
An Examination of the Role of Physical Education as a Determinant to Continued and Lifelong Physical Activity in Females, Erin Asquith
An Analysis of Factors Related to Time-Dependent vs. Acquired Aging in Males, Michael J. Potenza
Equity in the Impact of Title IX on Officiating in the United States, Steven Verbridge
Synthesis Projects from 2013
The Impact of Student Choice on Learner Engagement in Physical Education, Michael Bray
Integration in Interscholastic Sport: What is still missing 23 years after ADA?, Ruth E. Brown
Adventure Based Education as a Potential Intervention for Disruptive School Behavior, Renae Y. Jurek
Does Gender Impact on the Learning Style of Student Athletes?, Kristina Marchese
A Comparison of Learner Assessment Use Between Physical Education and Core Academic Subjects, Jessica L. Orlowski
Cultural Competence in Physical Education and Core Academic Subjects: Are There Differences?, Danielle Peruzzini