What’ s New at GMercyU
NEW EXERCISE SCIENCE PROGRAM COORDINATOR JOINS GMERCYU
GMercyU welcomed Colin Pennington, PhD as the Program Coordinator for the Exercise Science program, launching in Fall 2025. Dr. Pennington has prior coordinating experience for kinesiology programs in Iowa, Texas, and New York City, and is a former physical educator and certified personal trainer.
Dr. Pennington conducts research focused on socialization in kinesiology, physical education teacher training, advancing movement opportunities for individuals with disabilities, and advocating for health and wellness. He also serves as an editor and peer-reviewer for multiple academic journals, has led initiatives aimed at the improvement of research productivity for faculty, and consults for health and wellness programming.
I am excited to lead the Exercise Science program and support students in their academic and personal endeavors.
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