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UQ School of Human Movement Studies
HMS emerges high and dry
The School of Human Movement Studies has emerged high and dry after the extensive fl oods that devastated much of Queensland, and The University of Queensland St Lucia campus in January. Flood waters inundated level-one of the fi ve-level HMS building causing damage to some research and sporting equipment, and teaching spaces.
Most of the School’s teaching and research facilities were untouched. Historic Olympic Games records along with other materials and equipment were removed by staff and students before the fl ood peaked at 4.46 metres on January 13. This was below the 1974 Australia Day fl oods high water mark of 5.45 metres.
“We are very grateful to our dedicated staff, students, and contractors, many of whom were badly affected themselves, for their hard work in getting the School back on its feet,” Professor Doune Macdonald said.
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EVENTS
Physical Education Afternoon Tea - See page 6.
70 Years Gala Celebratory Dinner at Toowong Rowing Club
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“The School was in an excellent position to resume operations within a couple of weeks of the fl oods.
Contractors and architects are continuing to work hard to restore the fl ood damaged level-one of the building.
Restoration work will include new teaching and research areas, including a well-equipped Student Learning Centre that was under construction at the time of fl ooding.
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Top: Level 1 of the HMS building before and afterRight: UQ Aquatic Centre before and afterBottom right: Rowing boats stored in Connell GymBottom left: UQ Tennis Centre
IN THIS ISSUE
Commemorating 70 years 2
Excellence in Research for Australia Survey (ERA)
2
Dean’s Commendation for HMS PhD graduates
3
HMS Awards Night 4
Research support for Huntington’s Disease study
5
Researchers examine Broncos body composition
5
Diploma in Physical Education reunion
6
Plus more.
BEFORE AFTER
EVENTS
Diploma in Physical Education Reunion - See page 6.
HMS 70 Years Gala Dinner -1st OctoberSee page 4.
RECEIVE NEWS ELECTRONICALLY
You can subscribe to the HMS e-newsletter by emailing your name to:[email protected] by visiting:www.hms.uq.edu.au/news and completing a simple online application form.
The year 2011 is a signifi cant one for the School of Human Movement Studies. It marks the 70th anniversary of the fi rst intake of students to the School in 1941. The School is now offi cially Australia’s longest running, continuous provider of education in physical education and exercise science.
education programs, as well as general and specialist services to different populations including elite athletes, the elderly, children, those suffering from chronic disease and people with disabilities.
Over the past 70 years the School has also built a reputation for research with local and global impact.
“The scope and sophistication of our research has grown substantially. Our research now spans across ten disciplines and attracts income from Australian and international sources such as Australian Research Council (ARC) and National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC),” said Professor Macdonald. This research has played an important role in improving outcomes in many health-related areas.
HMS is celebrating its 70 years with a series of events to be held throughout the year. Amongst the line-up of events, on 1st October the School will host a gala dinner for staff, students, alumni, and supporters of HMS.
To keep up to date with events running in 2011, visit the UQ HMS website: www.hms.uq.edu.au/hmsevents
COMMEMORATING 70 YEARS
The Federal Government’s 2010 Excellence in Research for Australia survey has highlighted the high quality of research conducted by researchers at The University of Queensland and School of Human Movement Studies. ERA reported that research at UQ is above world standard in more broad fi elds than at any other Australian university: this refl ects UQ’s leading role in many areas of discovery. Researchers at the School of Human Movement Studies are working in a number of the fi elds assessed by ERA, many of which received rankings considerably above world standard including cardiovascular medicine and haematology, neuroscience, and specialist studies in education.
Other fi elds with rankings above world standard include clinical sciences, human movement and sports science, public health and health services, and curriculum and pedagogy.
The landmark ERA report, confi rms the School’s status as a very active, research-intensive school and recognises the hard work of our researchers. It also highlights UQ’s
position as a heavyweight research body on the world scene confi rming UQ as one of the nation’s top two universities, measured on a combination of research quality and breadth.
ERA is an initiative conducted by the Australian Research Council (ARC) which involves collecting and evaluating data regarding the quality of research activity undertaken at all eligible higher education researchinstitutions within the ERA 2010 reference period.
ERA highlights quality of research across HMS fi elds
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Professor Doune Macdonald said that “over the past 70 years the School has changed and developed in many ways.”
The School has grown from a small department offering certifi cates and diplomas in physical education, into a leading, internationally renowned, education and research school in the fi elds of human movement sciences and nutrition.
“HMS has greatly expanded and diversifi ed its curriculum and research from its traditional focus on physical education to the disciplines of exercise sciences, sport sciences, physical education, sports coaching, socio-cultural studies, sport and exercise psychology, and nutrition and dietetics,” Professor Macdonald said.
The School now offers a suite of innovative
Dr Ivor Burge Director of Department of Physical Education (1941 – 1970)
Top left: Original Connell Building
Left: Diploma in Physical Education students, 1960
Right: HMS fi elds of research
Two HMS graduates have been added to the 2010 Dean’s Commendation List for Outstanding Research Higher Degree Theses.Dr Alison Nelson (Workforce development Coordinator with UQ’s Centre for Indigenous Health) and Dr Simon van Rosendal, currently a student at the Griffith University, School of Medicine, were recognised for making a genuine and substantial contribution to their field of research through their Research Higher Degree Theses.
“Completing a PhD is a long and challenging process; I was delighted to receive this formal recognition for all my hard work,” Dr Nelson said.
Dr Nelson completed her thesis on “I do stay healthy” - The place and meaning of physical activity and health in the lives of urban Indigenous young people.” It explored the ways in which a group of 14 urban Indigenous young men and women make sense of their health and physical activity in their home, school and community contexts.
Dr van Rosendal wrote his thesis on “Measuring and optimising rehydration”. This work investigates whether rehydration in athletes can be enhanced by using a protocol that combines intravenous fluids (infused into a vein in the arm) and/or oral glycerol (which helps retain fluid in the body),”
A PhD or MPhil graduate who receives unanimous commendations from their examiners is eligible for the Dean’s commendation. No more than 10% of research higher degree graduates at The University of Queensland are recognised in this way each year.
OPPORTUNITIES TO GIVEHuman Movement Studies First Decade Alumni (1975-1985) Student Scholarship
Student scholarships have the power to transform lives, and help deserving students thrive during their time at University and beyond.
The School invites you to be part of establishing its first Alumni scholarship – The Human Movement Studies First Decade Alumni (1975-1985) Student Scholarship.
The target is $5000 to assist a first year student with their Human Movement Studies degree.
Your donation, large or small, is important to us in making this scholarship happen.
Visit: www.hms.uq.edu.au/opportunities-to-give
Dean’s commendation for HMS PhD graduates
HMS UQ Sport Scholarship recipents The University of Queensland has awarded Sports Achievement Scholarships to four aspiring athletes undertaking undergraduate degrees at the School of Human Movement Studies. The School would like to congratulate Pippa Savage (rowing), Emilee Cherry (Australian Touch Football), Riley Elvery (Rowing), and David Watts (Hockey) on each winning a UQ Sports Achievement Scholarship.
The University of Queensland awards a number of Sports Achievement Scholarships to students who are high academic achievers and who excel in their chosen sport.
HMS graduate earns prestigous sports science medalDr Simon van Rosendal, HMS PhD graduate, has been awarded the 2010 Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) Medal for his PhD thesis on “Measuring and Optimising Rehydration”. Supervised by UQ School of Human Movement Studies Professor in Exercise and Sport Sciences, Professor Jeff Coombes, Dr van Rosendal’s winning thesis examined methods of enhancing rehydration in athletes.
“Dr van Rosendal’s work investigates whether rehydration in athletes can be enhanced by using a protocol that combines intravenous fluids (infused into a vein in the arm) and/or oral glycerol (which helps retain fluid in the body),” Professor Coombes said.
“This rapid rehydration protocol has shown to be superior to current rehydration methods and may have particular application to athletes who suffer dehydration with heat illness and are therefore in need of rapid rehydration.”
He was also co-supervised by Associate Professor Leigh Ward in the School of Molecular and Microbial Sciences at UQ, and by Dr Mark Osborne at the Queensland Academy of Sport and was provided access to their environment chamber for his study.
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Above: Pippa Savage
Above: Dr Alison Nelson and Dr Simon van Rosendal
HMS celebrated the outstanding achievements of its top teachers and students at its annual awards night recently.Professor Doune Macdonald said the awards were an excellent opportunity to recognise the academic and sporting achievements of students as well as highlight the dedication of staff in the school’s 70th year.
“I congratulate the success of our top educators, graduates and students – they were all truly worthy of our recognition and the school is extremely proud of their achievements and contributions,” Professor Macdonald said.
The event also provided an opportunity to recognise Associate Professor Guy Wallis who recently received a prestigious ARC Future Fellowship to advance understanding of how experience shapes the visual centres of our brain.
Sixteen promising students were recognised for their academic excellence and outstanding achievements in 2010. In addition, six lecturers and six tutors were honoured with student-nominated awards for their excellence in teaching and tutoring.
The awards are split into four categories: student prizes, University prizes and awards, tutor awards and teaching awards, with a number sponsored by organisations, businesses and individuals.
A number of different awards were presented including the Sports Medicine Australia (QLD) Sports Medicine Prize, Exercise and Sports Science Australia Prize, Dietitians Association of Australia Prize, and the Nike Biomechanics Prize.
Teaching Excellence Awards went to:
Dr Louise McCuaig - Health, Sport and Physical Education Associate Professor David Jenkins - Exercise Science Dr Craig Engstrom - Sports Medicine Dr Liz Isenring - Dietetics and Nutrition Ms Sue Monsen - Health, Sport and Physical Education Dr Peter Hay - Health, Sport and Physical Education
Tutoring Excellence Awards went to:
Rebecca Olive John Mahoney Samantha Fisher Joe Occhino Tina Skinner Jemima Spathis
Excellence recognised at HMS awards night
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HMS students earn university medals Two HMS graduates have been awarded University Medals as recognition of their outstanding academic performance throughout their undergraduate degrees. Vanessa Cavallaro and Shannon Hayes were both awarded the medals having completed their bachelor degrees with first class honours and having demonstrated academic excellence.
Professor Doune Macdonald said “recipients of a university medal typically have a GPA above 6.55 that indicates the breadth of their achievement across the biophysical and social sciences, and theoretical and applied settings.”
Winners of a University Medal are chosen following careful consideration by the Committee for Academic Programs Policy (CAPP) and are approved by the University’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Paul Greenfield.
Above left: Professor Doune Macdonald and Brent Raiteri
Above (from left): Dr Liz Isenring, Adjunct Professor Karen Woolley, Dr Peter Hay and Sue Monsen
70 YEARS GALA DINNERUQ HMS 70 Years Gala Dinner is being held on Saturday, 1 October at the Toowong Rowing Club.
This special event is to celebrate 70 years of education and innovation at the UQ School of Human Movement Studies.
For event updates visit:
www.hms.uq.edu.au/hmsevents
Above (from left): Shannon Hayes, Professor Doune Macdonald and Vanessa Cavallaro
Researchers from the School of Human Movement Studies are helping discover new insights into a transgenic sheep model of Huntington’s Disease. In November 2010, neuromechanics researcher’s provided support to a longitudinal study investigating locomotion and social behaviour in a transgenic sheep model of Huntington’s Disease (HD).
Professor Andrew Cresswell and Dr Glen Lichtwark travelled to the South Australian Research & Development Institute’s Turretfield Research Station in the Barossa Valley to assist the team headed by Professor Jenny Morton, Department of Pharmacology, University of Cambridge and Professor Alan Wilson from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), University of London. Professor Cresswell and Dr Lichtwark were responsible for capturing locomotion data of Huntington’s Disease (HD) and healthy sheep while walking along an instrumented track. A Qualysis optoelectronic camera system (Proreflex)
was used to capture 3D motion of the sheep that were instrumented with multiple reflective sensors.
The aim of the data collection is to be able to objectively detect the early stages of HD from the motion capture data. Professors Morton and Wilson, along with Dr Andrew King (RVC) and Ms Skye Rudiger (SARDI) were all instrumental in designing the sheep walkway, placing multiple sensors on the animals and helping with the data collection. Additional data will be collected at six-month intervals to determine the progression of the disease.
Huntington’s Disease is an incurable neurodegenerative genetic disorder that affects muscle coordination and cognitive function in humans.
Locomotion data of Huntington’s Disease in sheepNEW ADJUNCT APPOINTMENTS
Dr lisahunter, Senior Fellow, The University of Waikato, New Zealand
Dr Karen Woolley, Adjunct Professor, ProScribe, Australia
Dr Masato Kawabata, Adjunct Lecturer, Meiji University, Japan
Dr Michael Leveritt, Adjunct Senior Lecturer, Griffith University
Dr Rebecca Abbott, Adjunct Senior Fellow
WELCOME TO NEW STAFF
Tina SkinnerLecturer in Clinical Exercise Physiology
Emma Beckman Lecturer in Clinical Exercise Physiology
Smita NambiarAssociate Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics
Kimberley BaxterAssociate Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics
Helen BrownAssociate Lecturer in Physical Activity and Health
Vanessa CavallaroAssociate Lecturer in Exercise Science
Sally CooreAssociate Lecturer in Physical Education
Meagan CrabbPracticum and Clinical Education Manager
Researchers examine Broncos body compositionA team of HMS researchers are working with coaches at the Brisbane Broncos Rugby League Club to examine changes in body composition of rugby league players over the competitive NRL season.
Mr Vince Kelly, Associate Professor Cliff Mallett and doctoral student Kate Bolam, are carrying out a series of body composition analysis tests to closely examine and monitor changes in body fat and muscle mass of players throughout the NRL season.
“Findings from this research may provide invaluable information to aid in the development of more effective training programs and schedules in order to avoid any unwanted changes in body composition,” Mr Kelly said.
“Over a normal competitive NRL season, it is not uncommon for players to lose muscle mass, which may be detrimental to their performance.”
Testing will continue throughout the 2011 season with the final testing due to take place in September, prior to the NRL finals series.
The results will be used to assist training staff to develop training programs for the 2012 season.
The research team hope to publish their findings on completion of the project.Above: Body composition testing of Broncos player
Above: Professor Andy Cresswell (left) and Dr Glen Lichtwark (right)
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Pauline Harvey-ShortBachelor of Human Movement Studies (UQ), Diploma in Teaching (PE) KGCTE
After graduation Pauline worked for Education Queensland for two years before returning to her old school, Brisbane Girls Grammar to work as the Head of Health, Physical Education and Sport. During this time, Pauline represented Australia in softball, was Panel Chair of BOSSSS North Coast District in Health and Physical Education, married and had two children, and sat as board member for the Bicentennial Youth Foundation and Womensport Queensland. She went on to work as the Acting Dean of Administration and then Assistant Dean at BGGS, a position she still holds together with teaching Health, Sport and Physical Education. Pauline also held the position of Chair of Womensport Queensland for three years. Pauline is currently completing a Master of Philosophy program at [email protected]
DIPLOMA IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION REUNION
WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
KEEP IN TOUCHWe want to know what you have been up to since graduating from UQ School of Human Movement Studies. Share your news by emailing: [email protected] Or fax an update to: 07 3365 6877
Please quote your year of graduation and degree awarded. UQ HMS reserves the right to edit all stories received for the publication.
John BuchananBachelor of Human Movement Studies (UQ), Dip Tch, MA, HonDUniv, GAICD
John pursued a range of roles after graduation including being a professional cricketer, Recreation Offi cer with the Townsville City Council, working at the XIIth Commonwealth Games Foundation, & National Executive Director for Australian Volleyball. He also gained a teaching diploma at Griffi th University, taught in TAFE, completed an arts masters in sports administration in Canada, lecturer at the University of Canberra, and managed the Aussie Sports program (Qld) for the Department of Tourism, Sport & Racing. From 1994 - 1999 he coached the Queensland Bulls which won the Sheffi eld Shield. He was then appointed Coach of the Australian Cricket team. He coached the national team till the end of the World Cup in 2007, choosing to establish a new career path and manage a business, Buchanan Success Coaching (BSC). John has recently been appointed by NZ Cricket as their Director of Cricket which oversees the total High Performance program across the country. [email protected]
OBITUARIES
If you are aware of any of your fellow UQ School of Human Movement Studies Alumni who have died, please let us know. We would like to honour those who are and have been a part of the UQ School of Human Movement Studies.
UPDATE YOUR DETAILS ONLINEYou can update your personal details online at: www.alumni.uq.edu.au/update-your-details
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More than 70 Physical Education alumni returned to where it all began at The University of Queensland’s St Lucia campus to celebrate being the fi rst graduates of the State’s fi rst dedicated physical education program. UQ’s School of Human Movement Studies provided the setting for the reunion where guests were treated to high-tea whilst reminiscing about their university days, making new friends, and catching up with those of old.
Set up in 1941 with £1000 from the federal government, the initial Certifi cate and then Diploma of Physical Education was designed to meet the emerging demand for professionally qualifi ed physical education teachers.
Professor Doune Macdonald, Head of the School of Human Movement Studies, said many of the graduates had gone on to make a major contribution to health, physical education and recreation in Queensland and throughout Australia.
“We had gathered retired school heads of department, principals, teachers, academics, coaches, and policy advisors who paved the way for the multidisciplinary fi eld of human movement studies to emerge in the early
1970’s,” Professor Macdonald said.
“The reunion was also a great opportunity to refl ect on the birth and building of the physical education fi eld of study and acknowledge the signifi cant role the School plays in meeting the needs of individuals’ and communities’ participation in physical activity.
“70 years on, physical education is now an established area of tertiary education and of growing importance to the wider community.”
The reunion was held as part of the School’s 70 years celebrations which includes a gala dinner on October 1.