Dr. Deanna Kennedy

Associate Professor

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Biography

Deanna Kennedy is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health and Kinesiology at Texas A&M University, where she earned her PhD in Kinesiology with a focus on Motor Neuroscience in 2015. Her research investigates theoretical questions related to motor synergies and bimanual coordination while also addressing practical applications relevant to stroke rehabilitation and aging. With a robust academic background, she has contributed significantly to the field through numerous publications, including studies on the influence of altered gravity on bimanual coordination and the use of monitoring insoles for fall risk evaluation in patients with Parkinson's disease. She is also recognized for her work on the dynamics of bimanual coordination and mathematical modeling of COVID-19 intervention strategies in Brazil. Deanna has been awarded several prestigious honors, including the AFS Distinguished Graduate Student Award and the Joan C. Read Faculty Fellowship. She teaches various undergraduate and graduate courses related to health, fitness activities, and motor development.

Research Interests

Awards

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AFS Distinguished Graduate Student Award

2016-01-01
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Thomas Joan C. Read Faculty Fellowship

Courses

HLTH491 KINE198 KINE307 KINE406 KINE429 KINE485 KINE491 KINE641 KINE685

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
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  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
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  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.