Dr. Janice Todd

Professor

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Biography

Jan Todd is a professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education at The University of Texas at Austin, where she serves as the Department Chair. With a focus on the history of exercise and physical culture, her research delves into topics such as strength training and doping in sports. She has published extensively, including books like 'Physical Culture and the Body Beautiful' and 'Strength Coaching America'. Todd co-directs the Ph.D. program in Physical Culture and Sport Studies and teaches courses on various aspects of American sport history and physical culture. In addition to her academic roles, she received the Roy J. McLean Centennial Fellowship and has held leadership positions, including the presidency of the North American Society for Sport History. Her work contributed to the establishment of the H.J. Lutcher Stark Center, which houses the largest collection of physical culture archives in the world. Todd was elected a fellow of the National Academy of Kinesiology in 2011, recognizing her significant contributions to the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2000-08-01 — Present

The University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Leader in research and education on the history of Sports and Physical Culture.

Awards

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Roy J. McLean Centennial Fellowship Sports History

2011-09-01
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Arnold Lifetime Achievement Award

2019-03-01

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
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  • 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.