Dean's Update

Bryson Cook ’22 is a triple major (public health, exercise science and Spanish) with plans to pursue his Doctor of Physical Therapy. He believes the dedication of professors, staff, and rigorous curriculum are challenging him to and equipping him with the knowledge necessary to deliver the most effective treatment for his future patients.

What excites you about your major?

“Learning valuable information that will aid me in my future career and utilizing my resources for the most effective treatment possible for my future patients. Additionally, I want to reach a broader spectrum of patients that primarily speak Spanish, thus, the culmination of my majors/minors allows this path to be achievable.”

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Teachers play a significant role in our lives and community by inspiring the next generation and exposing them to the wonder of learning. Most educators go far beyond the basic needs of teaching by sponsoring school clubs, advising students, coordinating meaningful field trips, coaching and supporting multiple services in the community. The School of Education, Health, and Human Performance believes they deserve appreciation and recognition for their dedication to and hard work for their students. To show our appreciation of EHHP alumni and educators in local schools and to highlight this profession, EHHP is giving away two amazing prizes to the top submissions of the #ITeachBecause and #ISupportTeachersBecause campaign.

How to win?

1) Post a photo with a 250-character caption on Instagram about why you teach or why you support teachers.

2) Include #ITeachBecause, #ISupportTeachersBecause and #cofc250. (Is not included as part of character count)

3) Tag @cofcehhp in your post.

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As we near the beginning of a new year and look forward to new goals, we take the time to celebrate and reflect on moments and accomplishments from the past year. Thank you to our students, faculty and staff for making 2019 a success. Here’s a look back on some highlights in the School of Education, Health, and Human Performance:

January 2019

Dr. Stephen Redd from the Centers for Disease Control was invited to deliver the first lecture as part of the Joseph J. Schott Health and Human Performance Speakers Series.

February 2019

The Department of Teacher Education hosted Beyond Minimally Adequate: The Teacher’s Voice for Change to provide teachers the space to share their visions for the future of education in South Carolina.

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Public health major, Laura Joaqui ’20, is studying in Uganda with OneWorld Health. She saw over 200 patients on her first day in the clinic! You can read more about her experience here!

It’s the most wonderful time of year – final exams! Maybe this is your first round of college exams or you are a seasoned veteran. Regardless, this time of year can be extremely stressful. To provide you with some peace of mind, we asked a couple seniors for their best advice when it comes to studying for final exams.

Good luck, Cougars! We believe in you!

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Pride, passion and percussion only scrape the surface to describe College of Charleston student William “Willy” Frasier, better known to the greater Charleston area as “Willy The Hip-Hop Drummer.” …

His hard work and brilliant flair for performance has caught the eye of producers for the television show America’s Got Talent. His application and video audition earned him a guaranteed slot to perform for the show’s open auditions in New York this Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019.

“Oh yeah,” Frasier nods, “I’ve got big plans this year. I’m really just looking forward to going out and representing CofC.”

Story by Claire Grulick. Read more on The College Today! 

One of the many benefits of attending a university located in historic downtown Charleston, is the opportunity to take water-based Physical Education Activity Courses (PEAC) like surfing, stand up paddleboarding, sailing and coastal kayaking. Last week, students participated in kayak rescue drills with the U.S. Coast Guard as part of their Coastal Kayaking course!

Check out the photos taken by Heather Moran on The College Today!

Register for Physical Education Activity Courses or explore your options!

“There is no greater disability in society, than the inability to see a person as more.” – Robert M. Hensel

Searching to get involved in a program that makes a difference? FitCatZ has an enormous impact on our community, helps participants set and achieve goals, and provides an invaluable learning experience for College of Charleston students.

FitCatZ is a one-on-one aquatic and motor therapy program for children with physical, intellectual, behavioral, and emotional disabilities. Interested students at CofC become trained clinicians who work to make participants more efficient movers in a fun, safe environment.

Seniors or graduate students can apply to become a group leader where they help with the administration of the program. As opposed to working one-on-one with a participant, group leaders assist all FitCatZ children and clinicians.

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Meet Lanear Brown. He’s a senior exercise science major who teaches fitness classes at the College and commutes to campus from his home in Summerville, S.C. Like the majority of College of Charleston students, he’s curious, engaged and intent on using his time at CofC to set a firm path for himself for life after college. But that’s where the similarities end. Brown is a military veteran who spent 15 years in the U.S. Air Force on active duty. Consequently, his life experiences are vastly different from those of most conventional college students.

Story by Dan Dickison. For more on this story, check out The College Today!