Cathy D. Lirgg, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Kinesiology
Health Science, Kinesiology, Recreation and Dance
308N HPER
Phone: (479) 575-6667
FAX: (479) 575-5778
clirgg@uark.edu
Degrees:
Ph.D., Michigan State University, Physical Education: Psycho-Social Aspects, 1991
M.S., Indiana State University, Physical Education: Athletic Training, 1978
B.A., Muskingum College, Physical Education and Health: K-12, 1972
Additional Training
12 hours in elementary education - Carthage College
Certifications/Licensure
None current.
I formerly held a teaching license in Ohio for K-12 Physical Education and Elementary Education
Current Professional and Academic Association Memberships
American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE)
Arkansas Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
Association for the Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology (AAASP)
North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity
Research Consortium of AAHPERD (Fellow)
Professional Biography:
University of Arkansas
1996 - present: Associate Professor, Kinesiology
1991-1996: Assistant Professor, Kinesiology
Michigan State University
1988-1991: Research Assistant, Sport Psychology
1987-88: Graduate Assistant, Physical Education
Albion College
1983-87: Assistant Professor & Coach, Physical Education
Carthage College
1978-83: Assistant Professor & Coach, Physical Education
Indiana State University
1976-78: Graduate Assistant, Physical Education
Claymont High School
1974-76: Teacher/Coach, Physical Education
Philo High School
1972-74: Teacher/Coach, Physical Education
Publications/Presentations:
Books/Chapters in Books
Lirgg, C. D. (2006). Social psychology and physical education. In Kirk, D. (Ed.) Handbook of Research in Physical Education, pp. 141-162. London: Sage Publications.
Lirgg, C. D. (2005). Social psychology. In R. Bartlett, R. Bartlett, C. Gratton, & C. Rolf (Eds). Encyclopedia of International Sports Studies, (pg. 1225). London: Routledge.
Lirgg, C. D. (2005). Psychology of individuals. In R. Bartlett, R. Bartlett, C. Gratton & C. Rolf (Eds). Encyclopedia of International Sports Studies, (pg. 1099). London: Routledge.
Feltz, D.L., & Lirgg, C.D. (2001). Self-efficacy beliefs of athletes, teams, and coaches. In R.N. Singer, H.A. Hausenblas, & C.M. Janelle (Eds.), Handbook of sport psychology, (2nd ed.). (pp. 340-361). New York: John Wiley & Sons.
Peer Reviewed Articles
Chase, M.A., Feltz, D.L., & Lirgg, C.D. (2003). Sources of collective efficacy of collegiate athletes. International Journal of Sport Psychology, 1, 180-191.
Kern, J.C., & Lirgg, C.D. (2001). Middle school students' perceptions of coed physical Education. Arkansas Journal, 36, 15-17.
Brown, B., Buckwalter, J. Lirgg, C., Fort, I, Gorman, D., & DiBrezzo, R. (2001, January 16). Mind over gravity: New methods for increasing explosive power. http://www.ptonthenet.com/
Smith, C.D., Lirgg, C.D., Jifri, A.A., Perkins, M.A., Searcy, J.J., & Witzke, J. (2001). Effects of model gender and model race on perceptions of archery. Arkansas Journal, 36, 45-48.
Presentations
National
Lirgg, C. D., DiBrezzo, R., and Gray, M. (April, 2006). The effect of climbing wall use on the grip strength of fourth grade students. Paper presented at AAHPERD meeting, Salt Lake City, UT. Published Abstract.
Ferguson, R. H., Lirgg, C. D., Gorman, D., and Ting, L. (April, 2005). The effect of modified golf equipment and instruction on self-efficacy in golf skills. Paper presented at AAHPERD meeting, Chicago, IL. Published Abstract.
Lirgg, C. D., Dahl, B., Galarza, J., Grady, T., Harris, F., Jones, I., Jurney, L., Leffler, B., Nelson, D., Parragon, J., Shivers, B., and Teague, K. (November, 2003). An examination of fitness center use on the University of Arkansas-Fayetteville campus. Paper presented at Arkansas AHPERD meeting, Eureka Springs, AR. Published Abstract.
Chase, M.A, Lirgg, C.D., & Sakelos, T.J. (2003, April). Teacher efficacy and effective teaching behaviors in physical education. Paper presented at AAHPERD meeting Philadelphia, PA. Published Abstract.
Grants:
Grants and Contracts
Lirgg, C. D., and Mayes, S. W. (2001, Spring). Baum Teaching Grant Award for purpose of purchasing a wireless speaker system for use with our preservice teaching classes. Request for $1,158 to the University of Arkansas Teaching Academy. Funded for $600.
Lirgg, C. D., George, T. R., and Lyman, L. D. (2000, Fall). Congruence Between Coaches' and Athletes' Perceptions of a "Team Leader". Request for $477 to College of Education and Health Professions, University of Arkansas. Funded.