Ro DiBrezzo, Ph.D.
University Professor of Kinesiology and Director Human Performance Lab
Health Science, Kinesiology, Recreation and Dance
321E HPER Building
Phone: (479) 575-6762
FAX: (479) 575-2853
rdibrezz@uark.edu
Degrees:
Ph.D., Texas Woman’s University, Biomechanics, 1983M.S., Indiana University, Adapted Physical education, 1972
B.S., Brooklyn College, Health and Physical Education, 1971
Teaching Areas:
BiomechanicsExercise Applications for Special Populations
Instrumentation
Research Interests:
Kinematics of Performance
Women’s Health Issues
Aging
Professional Biography:
Ro Di Brezzo is a Professor of Kinesiology and Director of the Human Performance Lab. In addition she is currently Co Director of the Office for Studies on Aging. During her tenure at the University of Arkansas, Dr. Di Brezzo has served as Co-Director and Co-Founder for the Teaching and Faculty Support Center for the University (1992-97). She served as Interim Department Head for Health, Kinesiology, Recreation and Dance, Program Coordinator, and Chancellor’s Lecturer. Before coming to the University of Arkansas, Dr Di Brezzo taught at Ball State University in Muncie IN, and Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant MI.
Academic Interests and Accomplishments:
Ro Di Brezzo has co-authored over 50 publications and made over 75 presentations related to academic interests. Dr. Di Brezzo has been the principal or co-principal investigator for over 15 grants and awards Dr. Di Brezzo has received the College of Education and Health Professions Outstanding Research Award (1990) and the Research Award from the Southern Academy of Women in Physical Activity, Sport and Health in 1997 and 2002. In addition, Dr. Di Brezzo has received the College of Education and Health Professions Outstanding Teaching Award in 1998, and 1985. In 1999, Dr. Di Brezzo was voted the Charles and Nadine Baum Teaching Award winner for the University of Arkansas. Active in university committees, Ro Di Brezzo has, at various times, been a member of the Faculty Senate, Campus Council, Athletics Committee, Faculty Grievance Committee, Committee on Committees, Financial Advisory Committee, and the Institutional Review Board for the Protection of Human Subjects.
Publications/Presentations:
Di Brezzo, R., & Brunen, K. (2004). Relationship between quadriceps/hamstring strength ratio and explosive power in collegiate female gymnasts. Arkansas Journal, 39(1)
Turner, l., Di Brezzo, R., Hunt, S., & Jones, C. (2004). Design and implementation of an osteoporosis prevention program using the health belief model. American Journal of Health Studies, 19(3)
Bass, M., Enochs, W., & DiBrezzo, R. (2002). Comparison of two exercise programs on general well being of college students. Psychological Reports, 91, 1193-1201
Di Brezzo, R., Fort, I L., & Hoyt, G.L., III. (2002). Frequency of training on strength development in women, 40-65 years of age. Women in Sport and Physical Activity Journal, 11(1) 49-63
Di Brezzo, R., & Fort, I.L. (2001). Biomechanics. International Encyclopedia of Women and Sport, 1, 135-139
Di Brezzo, R., & Oliver, G. (2000). ACL Injuries in Active Girls and Women, Journal of Health and Physical Education, 71(6), 24-28
Turner, L. W., Fitch-hilgenberg, M., Di Brezzo, R., & Bleeker, J. (2000). Enhancing the quality of later years: Nutrition and aging. The Health Education Monograph Series 2000, 18(2), 44-50
Di Brezzo, R., Shadden, B., & Fort, I.L., (2003). PUSH: Project Urging Senior Health. Grant from Community Care Foundation, $39,000