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2023 Sport & Exercise Studies Hall of Fame
The Sport & Exercise Studies program is excited to announce its award recipients for the upcoming 2023 Sport & Exercise Studies Hall of Fame ceremony.
Cory Gregory Impact Award – Aaron Bracone
Aaron Bracone is the CEO of PALS Chrysalis Health. The PALS program serves adult individuals with disabilities. PALS currently provides direct programming to 12 counties and supports all 88 counties of the state. Aaron was inducted into the SES Hall of Fame in 2013 and received the Outstanding Alumnus award in 2021. When you meet Aaron you know that you have met a passionate advocate. Aaron exudes an attitude of service.
Outstanding Alumnus – Dr. Curt Laird
Dr. Curt Laird is a veteran when it comes to higher education. With various positions and institutions under his tutelage he is currently serving Spartanburg Methodist College as Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs in Spartanburg, SC. Dr. Laird was inducted into the SES Hall of Fame in its inaugural year, 2006. He is an integrous convergent thinker and leader. We are pleased to recognize Dr. Laird for all he has done both at and outside of Columbus State.
Hall of Fame Inductees – Maurice Anderson, Dustin Iacovone and Elizabeth Katsares
Maurice Anderson is a 2013 SES graduate. After completing his A.A.S. Maurice went on to obtain his bachelor’s from Union Institute & University. He is currently serving Columbus State Community College as a Supervisor in Accessibility and Testing.
Dustin Iacovone graduated from Sport & Exercise Studies in 2009. He went on to complete his bachelor’s from Capital University while being a student athlete and eventually obtained his master’s from The Ohio State University. His employment journey with Columbus State Community College began in the SES Human Performance Center. Dustin served as Columbus State’s Cross-Country Coach from 2015-2020. He currently works as a Learning and Development Coordinator in Columbus State’s Human Resources Department.
Elizabeth Katsares is a 2002 graduate of the program. Her and her husband, John, are the creators of FITPlus+, a gym and program that encourages each member to work to their best ability. Elizabeth has demonstrated dedication and determination throughout her career by owning and running a Jazzercise studio, being an adjunct within Sport & Exercise Studies, and co-owning a family business.
Friend of the Program – Zea’Annah Slack
Zea’Annah Slack is an Office Associate in Admissions here at Columbus State Community College. She goes the extra mile for all students. We are always excited to hear from, and sometimes see Zea’Annah, as she is personally bringing a student to our office suite so they don’t lose their way. Zea’Annah herself is a Sport & Exercise Studies alum.
Students of the Year – Brooke Buettner, Sam Buoni, Yolanda Chapman, John Cramer, Jared
Krull, Lucas LaFleur, Tay’Juan Orr, Tyler Rider, Storm Sledge and Kelli Taylor
The Sport & Exercise Studies Hall of Fame ceremony will take place on June 15th in
Mitchell Hall.
Sport & Exercise Studies Alumni Hall of Fame Outstanding Alumnus Announced
The Sport & Exercise Studies program would like to announce Dr. Curt Laird as the 2023 Sport & Exercise Studies Alumni Hall of Fame Outstanding Alumnus. Dr. Laird currently serves as the Provost and Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs for Spartanburg Methodist College in Spartanburg, SC. The 2023 Sport & Exercise Studies Hall of Fame ceremony will take place on Thursday, June 15, 2023 in Mitchell Hall.
The Inaugural Cory Gregory Impact Award
The Cory Gregory Impact Award was established in 2018 with the clear understanding that it would be reserved for those individuals who continued to make a widespread impact in their area of expertise. Cory Gregory was a student when Sport & Exercise Studies was "Sport & Fitness Management." He earned his Exercise Specialist Certificate and left us to work hard and he did just that. Cory's resume is unparallelled. Beyond his resume Cory has an impact that is even larger. This is what the award is about, one's impact.
The inaugural Cory Gregory Impact Award recipient is Aaron Bracone. Aaron is a 2003 graduate of the program. He was inducted into the Sport & Exercise Studies Hall of Fame in 2013 and the SES Outstanding Alumnus in 2021. Aaron is the CEO of PALS Chrysalis Health. PALS is a company who provides opportunities for adults with disabilities. Along with overseeing PALS Aaron also works as a football and hockey referee, a husband and father of two boys. Aaron will be recognized at the 2023 Sport & Exercise Studies Hall of Fame ceremony taking place on Thursday, June 15, 2023 in Mitchell Hall.
OLD NEWS:
Dr. Amy Hart Named New SES-Faculty Member
Dr. Amy hart has been announced as the new full time faculty member for the Sport & Exercise Studies program. Dr. Hart joins the SES faculty after serving as an Associate Professor in the Hospitality Management program at Columbus State for the past decade. Dr. hart will be teaching courses in the Sport Management major as well as some Physical Education course work. IN addition she will head up the new Sport & Leisure Studies track that is currently in the developmental stage. Dr. hart earned a B.S degree from The Ohio State University where she was a scholarship athlete as am ember of the Women's Tennis Team and B.S. from Franklin University. She earned her M.B.A. from Ashland University in 2000 and earned her Ph.D. in Business Administration and Labor Law from Northcentral University in 2009. Amy and her husband and child are active in the central Ohio community and currently reside in the Columbus area. Welcome Dr. Hart!
Columbus State Sport & Exercise Studies Announces The 2013 Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees
The Sport & Exercise Studies Alumni Hall of Fame Committee has selected the 2013 class of inductees.
The honorees for 2013 are:
Aaron M. Bracone, A.A.S., B.S. (2003)
Executive Director, PALS: A Chrysalis Health Company
Reynoldsburg, Ohio
Kelly S. Cassady-VanHorn, A.A.S., B.S., M.S. (2001)Tennis Professional
Circleville, Ohio
Michael A. Fleming, A.A.S, B.Ed. (2000)
Teacher and Coach, Brookhaven High - Columbus Public Schools
Westerville, Ohio
LuAnne M. Kornegay, A.A.S. (2001)
Adult Sports Administrator, Columbus Recreation & Parks
Columbus, Ohio
Andrew R. Zastudil, A.A.S., B.Ed. (1997)
Regional Sales Manager, Moog Medical Inc.
Westerville, Ohio
2013 Sport & Exercise Studies Outstanding Alumnus
Wendy Fraley, A.A.S. (1996)
Director of New Albany country Club Bath & Tennis
Columbus, Ohio
In addition, the 2013 SES -Friend of the Program, SES - Adjunct of the year are found below. SES - Students of the Year and SES - HPC Associate of the year will also be announced at the event.
2013 SES - Friend of the Program
Mr. Paul Weber
Executive vice President, YMCA of Metropolitan Columbus
2013 SES - Adjunct of the Year
Mr. J.R. Bonham, M.S., ATC
The SES Alumni Hall of Fame inductees and award winners will were honored at an induction ceremony on May 30th on campus.
2014 Sport & Exercise Studies Hall of Fame
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
It is never too early to nominate a fellow alum! The SES Hall of Fame committee is requesting nominations for the SES Hall of Fame 2014 induction ceremony. Nomination forms are available by contacting Dr. Tom Habegger by email, thabegge@cscc.edu or by phone, 614.287.5422. Nominees must be a graduate of the SES program and been an alumnus for over five years. Nominations for "friends" of the program or a professional that has made direct impact on the SES program will also be accepted. Nominations will be accepted through December 1, 2013. The inductees will be honored during the SES Hall of Fame Ceremony in the Spring of 2014. Please contact Dr. Habegger with any and all questions.
AACC names Sport & Exercise Studies #9 for 2013
Sport & Exercise Studies has been informed by the American Association of Community Colleges that it was the 9th largest producer of Sport Management graduates (Associate Degree) in the country at the two-year college level! Congratulations students, alumni, faculty and associates on another Great Year!
The Union Institute & University B.S. Program
Columbus State Sport & Exercise Studies has finalized an articulation agreement with TUIU. The agreement will allow graduates of the SES program to complete there baccalaureate degree in Leadership with a concentration in Sport Management in one year. All the classes will be taught Hybrid format and offered on the campus of Columbus State. Interested SES graduates should contact Dr. Tom Habegger at thabegge@cscc.edu for further information.
SES Faculty and Students form SES Sport & Social Club
Adjunct Instructor, Mr. Chris Hill and Associate Professor Eric Welch are heading up the nely formed SES Sport & Exercise Studies Social Club. The club's mission is to offer SES students, alumni and faculty an opportunity to socialize and professionally network. Winter quarter 2013 activities will be announced soon!
Autumn 2013 Registration
Course registration for autumn term, 2013 is underway. Currently enrolled and continuing students are encouraged to register early. Strong enrollment combined with the new student registration processes for the college may cause delays, so see your assigned SES Advisor to pre-register. Students can inform themselves as to the new registration system by logging in to cscc.edu for more information.
Autumn '13 Commencement Set for December 6th.
Autumn commencement is set for December 6th, location TBA. The ceremony will begin at 10am. Approximately 20 Sport & Exercise Studies graduates are expected to participate.
Alumni Updates
We have lost track of many SFM/SES Alumni. Please forward new addresses, employment updates, and or life celebrations to Johnna Kay, SES Teaching Assistant at jkay@cscc.edu
The Sport & Exercise Studies Alumni Hall of Fame Committee has selected the 2011 class of inductees.
The honorees for 2011 are:
Mandi Cecil, A.A.S., B.S., B.S. (1997)
Director. Sport & Exercise Studies Human Performance Center
Columbus, Ohio
Jeff Gerardo, A.A.S., B.S. (1997)
Proprietor – Fit Forever
Bonita Springs, Florida
Dr. Brian Hoffman, A.A.S., B.S., M.P.H., D.M.D. (1995)
Dentist & Proprietor – Advance Dental Health
Sarasota, Florida
Lara Kahn, A.A.S., B.S. (1998)
Exercise Physiologist, McConnell Heart Health Center
Columbus, Ohio
Captain Raychad (Chad) Vannatta, A.A.S., B.S. (2002)
Captain & Aircraft Pilot, The United States Army
Hilliard, Ohio
In addition the 2011 SES - Students of the Year, SES - Adjunct of the Year, and SES-HPC Associate of the Year were also announced and the are:
2011 SES - Students of the Year
Natalie Bozman Kimberly Hyatt-Drew Scott W. Lucas
Angela Walter Terry J. Cornett II Jenna Long
Justin McAtee Andrew P. White
2011 SES – Adjunct of the Year
Jill Yocum, M.Ed.
2011 SES- HPC Associate of the Year
Zac Holmes, A.A.S.
The SES Alumni Hall of Fame inductees and award winners will be/were honored at an induction ceremony on June 2nd on campus. The group was again honored at the SES Alumni Golf outing on June 3rd at Bridgeview Golf Club. Please contact Dr. Tom Habegger or Eric Welch with any questions at 614-287-5422 or thabegge@cscc.eduewelch@cscc.edu
2012 Sport & Exercise Studies Hall Of Fame
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
It is never too early to nominate a fellow alum!! The SES Hall of Fame committee is requesting nominations for the SES Hall of Fame 2012 induction ceremony. Nomination forms are available by contacting Dr. Tom Habegger thabegge@cscc.edu or 614-287-5422.
Nominees must be a graduate of the SES program and been an alumnus for over five years. Nominations of “friends” of the program or a professional that has made direct impact on the SES program will also be accepted. Nominations will be accepted through January 31, 2012. The inductees will be honored during the SES Hall of Fame Ceremony in the spring of 2012.
Please contact Dr. Habegger with any questions! thabegge@cscc.edu
Dr. Antoinette Perkins Named New SES-Faculty Member
Dr. Antoinette Perkins has been announced as the new full time faculty member for the Sport & Exercise Studies program. Dr. Perkins joins the SES faculty after serving as the Coordinator and Assistant Professor in the Massage Therapy program at Columbus State over the past six years. Dr. Perkins will be teaching courses in the Exercise Science major as well as some Physical Education course work.
Dr. Perkins earned her B.S degree from the University of Florida in Sport & Exercise Studies in 1999. She earned her Masters in Human Physiology from Ball State University in 2000 and earned her Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration from Capella University in 2010. Antoinette and her husband Bobby and children Isaac and Noel are active in the central Ohio community and currently reside in New Albany.
Welcome Dr. Perkins!!
SES ATTAINS RECORD ENROLLMENT
The Columbus State Sport & Exercise Studies has reached another record enrollment for the autumn term 2010. The program has 502 students declared in the three SES majors of Sport Management, Exercise Science and Physical Education.
2010 Sport & Exercise Studies Runner-Up
Sport & Exercise Studies has been informed by the American Association of Community Colleges that is was second largest producer of sport management graduates (Associate degree) in the country! Congratulations students, alumni, faculty, and associates on another GREAT YEAR!!
The Union Institute & University B.S. Program
Columbus State Sport & Exercise Studies has finalized an articulation agreement with TUIU. The agreement will allow graduates of the SES program to complete their baccalaureate degree in Leadership with a concentration in sport management in one year. All the classes will be taught Hybrid and offered on the campus of Columbus State.
Interested SES graduates should contact Dr. Tom Habegger thabegge@cscc.edu for further information.
SES-Alumni Golf Outing Raises Funds
The 2010 Sport & Exercise Studies Alumni Golf Outing raised about $500.00 benefiting the SES Scholarship program which was held at noon on Friday, June 5th at Bridgeview Golf Club (Columbus State’s Golf Course). Thank you to all who participated!
SES faculty and students form SES Sport & Social Club
Adjunct Instructor Mr. Chris Hill and Associate Professor Eric Welch are heading up the newly formed SES Sport & Social Club. The club’s mission is to offer SES students, alumni, and faculty an opportunity to socialize and professionally network. Winter quarter 2010 activities will be announced soon!
Autumn 2011 Registration
Course registration for autumn term 2011 begins on July25th. Currently enrolled and continuing students are encouraged to register early. Strong enrollment combined with the new student registration processes for the college may cause delays, so see your assigned sport management advisor to pre-register.
Students can inform themselves as to the new registration system by logging in to cscc.edu for more information
SES Advisory Committee Meeting Announced
The Sport & Exercise Studies Advisory Committee will meet on Thursday, November 17th, 2011.
Summer ‘11 Commencement Set for September 9th
Summer commencement is set for September 9th at Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium. The ceremony will begin at 10am. Approximately 20 Sport & Exercise Studies graduates are expected to participate.
Alumni Updates
We have lost track of many SFM/SES alumni. Please forward new addresses, employment updates, or life celebrations to Johnna Kay, Sport & Exercise Studies Teaching Assistant at jkay@cscc.edu