PPT-Concussions in Intercollegiate Athletics

Definition Definition Sport related concussion is a brain injury caused by a direct blow to the head neck or body resulting in an impulsive force being transmitted to the brain This initiates a neurotransmitter and metabolic cascade with possible axonal injury blood flow change and inflammation affecting the brain. at Western Michigan University. Front Porch of the university. Why WMU is a division I institution. Legislators refer to NCAA division status when referring to the size and prestige of universities, as do students and fans.. At . Western Michigan University. Mission of the Athletic Board. The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics at Western Michigan University reports to the Athletic Board. The board is comprised of students, faculty and alumni who are appointed by the president of the university. The university's faculty representative to the NCAA, MAC, CCHA serves as chairperson of the Athletic Board and reports directly to the president’s office, the AAUP and the Faculty Senate in order to assure the appropriate guidelines are being adhere to at Western Michigan University.. Mary K Boudreaux, DVM, PhD. Faculty Athletics Representative. CIA – Charge, Composition, Subcommittees. Student Athlete Eligibility – Initial Eligibility changes. Student Athlete Eligibility – Progress Towards Degree requirements. Kevin Avilla . DPT, ATC, CSCS. My Background. Clinical Doctorate Physical Therapy – Northeastern University. MS in Exercise Science UMASS-Amherst. BS in Athletic Training - Northeastern University. Small College: . Who’s on First?. 2013 HLC Annual Meeting. Chicago, Illinois. Session Overview. Setting the Context . Session Origins . Foundations of Excellence . Profiles from Our Co-Facilitators . Concerning CCSU’s . Athletic Program. Many people will wonder whether or not this proposal will include suggestions to move to another division of the NCAA… it will not.. The reason is simple (and will be presented):. BRONCOS. We Commonly Own Athletics*. Athletics is the front porch of the university. Our alumni and donors expect athletic recognition. Clear research has been done on the return on investment and value added:. A Behavioral Approach In Dealing With The Realities of Becoming A Retired Athlete. Possible Causes of Disengagement From Athletics. Injury. Loss of Eligibility. Inadequacy. Realities of Athletics As A Profession. Presented by: Caroline Falk, Matt . Jarmon. , Gwen Kenny, . Denise Stewart. Collegiate Student Athletes. Definition:. A intercollegiate level student athlete is defined as a student who participates in organized sport on a collegiate level for the institution in which they are enrolled. . Kevin Avilla . DPT, ATC, CSCS. My Background. Clinical Doctorate Physical Therapy – Northeastern University. MS in Exercise Science UMASS-Amherst. BS in Athletic Training - Northeastern University. A Behavioral Approach In Dealing With The Realities of Becoming A Retired . Athlete. By Bob Pankey. Possible Causes of Disengagement From Athletics. Injury. Loss of Eligibility. Inadequacy. Realities of Athletics As A Profession. Report from the Committee on Intercollegiate Athletics (CIA) Mary K Boudreaux, DVM, PhD Faculty Athletics Representative May 7, 2013 CIA – Charge, Composition, Subcommittees Student Athlete Eligibility – Progress Towards Degree requirements  TEAM OFFICE USE O  INDIVIDUAL 22620 State Route 9 SE, Woodinville, WA 98072 CLIENT INFORMATION FORM Today’s Date: ________________ ___________ How did you hear about us: ____________________ Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a blow or jolt to the head. Concussions can be mild or severe and interfere with the way the brain normally works, Sometimes symptoms