Faculty & Staff

Dr. Allyn Byars

 Professor of Kinesiology
Office: CHP 104
(325) 942-2173, ext. 233
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Education

Ph.D., CSCS, *D Exercise Science, University of Mississippi
M.S.Ed., Exercise Physiology, Baylor University
B.A., Physical Education, Henderson State University

Teaching Experience

Before coming to ASU, Dr. Byars was employed at Arkansas State University, where he served as director of the Human Performance Laboratory in addition to teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in exercise science. He later served at Hardin-Simmons University in the same capacity before joining the ASU faculty in the spring of 2005.

Teaching Areas

Principles of Wellness, Exercise Physiology, Cardiopulmonary Assessment, Research Design, Statistics

Research Areas

Cardiopulmonary assessment, sport supplements, blood lipids, and measurement studies, an area in which he has published and presented extensively.

Dr. Doyle Carter

Professor of Kinesiology and Director of QEP
Office: AD 105
(325) 942-2738
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Education

Ed.D., East Texas State University
M.Ed., Sul Ross State University
B.B.A., Angelo State University

Teaching Experience 

Dr. Doyle Carter returned to his alma mater during the summer of 2006 after serving most recently as vice president for academic affairs and professor of kinesiology at Lubbock Christian University. He began his career in 1983 as a high school teacher and coach. In higher education, he has also previously served as a college dean and a department chair.

Teaching Areas

Tests and Measurement

Academic Activities

Supervises all graduate and undergraduate interns and is a member of the National Association for Kinesiology and Physical Education in Higher Education (NAKPEHE) and the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (TAHPERD).

Evelyn Gordon

Academic Advisor
Office: VIN 164
Phone: (325) 486-6249

Education
M.S., Kinesiology, Angelo State University
B.S., Kinesiology, Angelo State University

Dr. Susan Keith

Associate Professor of Kinesiology and TExES Coordinator
Office: CHP 102
(325) 942-2365, ext. 226
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Education
Ph.D., Texas Woman’s University
M.S.Ed., Baylor University
B.S., University of Central Oklahoma
B.S., Southwestern Oklahoma State University

Teaching Areas

Sport and Movement Foundations, Motor Development, Theory of Teaching Team and Individual Sports, Wellness and Aging, Fitness in the Workplace, Research Methods

Academic Activities

TExES coordinator for the department

Dr. Adam Parker

Assistant Professor of Kinesiology
Office: CHP 103
Phone: (325) 942-2173, ext. 386

Education
Ph.D., Baylor University
M.S., Texas A&M University
B.S., (2004) Texas A&M University

Teaching experience
Assistant Professor, West Texas A&M University, 2008-10

Research Areas
Strength and conditioning, sports nutrition, effects of diet and nutrition on health

Courses Taught
Wellness, Psychology of Sport and Exercise, Physiology of Exercise w/lab, Sport and Exercise Testing, Sport Nutrition, Outdoor Living, Sports Biomechanics, Motor Development, Health and Wellness for Children, Theory and Practice of Strength, Training and Conditioning, Advanced Exercise Physiology, Laboratory in Exercise Physiology, Laboratory in Human Anatomy

Jack Plott

Part-Time Lecturer
Office: CHP 105
Phone: (325) 942-2173, ext. 223

Education
Master of Education
Master of Arts in Teaching
B.S., Business

Teaching Experience
Angelo State University, 2009 to present
Department of Defense School, 1990-2006
San Angelo ISD, 1980-90

Courses Taught
Principles of Wellness, Methods of Teaching Physical Activities, Swimming, Racquetball, Fitness Walking, Weight Training

 

Dr. Kathleen Price

Professor of Kinesiology and Women’s Golf Coach
Office: CHP 106
(325) 942-2365, ext. 225
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Education
Ph.D., Texas Woman’s University
M.S., Baylor University
B.S., Baylor University

Teaching Areas

Biomechanics, Adaptive Physical Education, Exercise and Sport for Special Populations, Sport and Fitness Programs for Children

Dr. Warren Simpson

• Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in Coaching, Sport, Recreation, & Fitness Administration
• Advisor to the Graduate Student Professional Development Club
• Advisor/Coach ASU Handball Club

Dr. Simpson has held positions such as:  Dean of Student Life, Athletic Director, College Coach, and Director of Campus Recreation.  He has also been a faculty member and departmental chair at several institutions across the nation as well as a Sport Psychologist/Consultant.

Office: CHP 103
(325) 942-2173, ext. 237

Dr. Steven Snowden

Associate Professor of Kinesiology and Department Head
Office: CHP 110
(325) 942-2173, ext. 224
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Education
Ph.D., Texas A & M University
M.A., Sam Houston State University
B.S., Texas A & M University

Teaching Experience

Dr. Snowden came to ASU from Texas Christian University, where he served as a clinical associate professor and the athletic training education program director. Dr. Snowden has previously taught at Midwestern State University, where he served as the chair of the Department of Kinesiology, and at Eastern New Mexico University, where he served as the program chair.

Teaching Areas

Exercise Physiology, Motor Learning, Testing and Exercise Prescription, Sport and Exercise Nutrition

Ginger Bright

Office Coordinator
Office: CHP 107
(325) 942-2173, ext. 221
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