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. Lisa Colvin, Clinical Associate Professor at Texas A&M University, to explore her passion for sports education and her vision for the future of adaptive athletics.
Dr. Colvin shares her journey to Texas A&M, bringing fresh ideas and initiatives that enhance the university’s commitment to inclusivity in sports. She discusses the impact of the U.S. Para-Cycling Open and the vital role of volunteers in making such events successful. Dr. Colvin also shares her dream of establishing a Paralympic training center and adaptive athletic department that runs alongside the university’s athletic programs, providing equal opportunities for all athletes.
In this episode, Dr. Colvin also reflects on the importance of mentorship and creating pathways for students interested in para-athletics. She offers valuable advice for those looking to get involved and underscores the significance of a supportive community in fostering success. From her passion for equality in sports to her dedication to building a legacy at Texas A&M, Dr. Colvin’s insights are both inspiring and impactful.
To learn more about the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at TAMU, visit https://knsm.tamu.edu/
Host: Chelsea Reber
Guest: Dr. Lisa Colvin, Clinical Associate Professor, Texas A&M University
Timestamps:
(00:00 - 01:13) Introduction
(01:14 - 02:09) Dr. Colvin’s Path to Sport Education
(02:10 - 03:11) Differences Between High School and College Students
(03:12 - 06:35) Bringing New Ideas to Texas A&M
(06:36 - 10:46) U.S. Para-Cycling Open Event
(10:47 - 13:18) Rellis as an Ideal Course for Cycling
(13:19 - 15:32) Student Experience in Event Management
(15:33 - 17:46) Move United as an “Olympic Pipeline”
(17:47 - 19:11) Move United’s Relationship with Texas A&M
(19:12 - 22:49) Big Ideas for the Future
(22:50 - 26:19) Advice for Students Interested in Para-Athletics
(26:20 - 27:02) Closing
