Dr. Janice Todd

Professor

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Biography

Janice S. Todd is a Professor and the Department Chair of the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education at the University of Texas at Austin. She specializes in the history of strength conditioning, doping, and women's sport, as well as the history of physical culture. In 2015, she was elected to the presidency of the North American Society for Sport History and has served as its president. Todd was also named a fellow of the National Academy of Kinesiology in 2011 for her significant contributions to the field. Along with her husband, she co-founded the H.J. Lutcher Stark Center for Physical Culture and Sports, which houses an extensive archive dedicated to physical culture and sport. Todd is the co-editor of 'Iron Game History: Journal of Physical Culture' and has published several books and over 100 articles on various topics related to sport and exercise history. Her notable works include 'Physical Culture and the Body Beautiful' and 'Strength Coaching America'. She has also served in various leadership roles, contributing to the growth and understanding of kinesiology and sports history.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Teaches courses covering the history of sport and physical activity, critical issues in American sport history, sport philosophy, and ethics.

Department Chair

— Present

Department of Kinesiology and Health Education • Austin, TX

Oversees the department's academic programs and initiatives.

Awards

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NASSH Book Prize

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Graduate Teaching Award

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Arnold Lifetime Achievement Award

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Inductee

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Sport History Honor Award

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Dean's Fellow

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Scientific Manuscript Excellence Award

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.