HRK Department

Empowering and inspiring citizen leaders to promote health, leisure and performance.

Exploring the Role of Wearable Technology in Collegiate Athletics

August 25, 2025

Wearable tech is changing how student athletes train and compete. Dr. Tim Coffey’s research with the NCAA Sports Science Institute explores how these devices are used and what it means for performance and athlete well-being.
Dr. Jenn Cuchna Leads Successful Interprofessional Education Events at Longwood

April 28, 2025

Through innovative events and hands-on experiences, Dr. Jenn Cuchna is helping Longwood students build the collaborative skills needed to succeed in today’s interprofessional health and education fields.
Longwood University Therapeutic Recreation Students Attend VRPS

April 28, 2025

Longwood University Therapeutic Recreation students recently expanded their professional horizons at the Virginia Recreation & Park Society Student Day, thanks to the support of faculty, alumni, and industry leaders.
Kosei Cuyler Wins Collegiate National Judo Title

April 09, 2025

Excellence on the mat: Kinesiology major wins big at national judo competition.
The Therapeutic Recreation Internship Experience: The Virginia Adaptive Sport Festival & Wheelchair Basketball Games

April 07, 2025

From classroom to courtside, Jackson Holder’s internship at Sportable brings recreational therapy to life. Guided by mentor Tyler Rowe, Jackson learns the power of adaptive sports in transforming lives.