April 15, 2026 | Sharita Forrest A study on nature-based videography took this Recreation, Sport and Tourism doctoral student to parks and forest preserves in Florida New research led by a scholar at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign suggests that watching and creating videography of scenic locations cultivates nature-based mindfulness — conveying the same cognitive […]
Category: College of Applied Health Sciences
Champaign-Urbana celebrates ‘World Voice Day’
April 15, 2026 | Ethan Simmons Faculty members in the Department of Speech and Hearing Science brought “World Voice Day” to both cities and the University of Illinois. Our vocal folds are roughly the length of our thumbnail, and yet they enable us to speak, sing, laugh and share our favorite stories. On April 16, […]
In second year, Illini Physical Activity Symposium widened its reach
April 07, 2026 | Ethan Simmons The Illini Physical Activity Symposium celebrates the widening research field of physical activity and its connections to public health across the globe. The second edition hosted at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign added a couple new traditions, including live student presentations and a guest speaker, but things kicked off […]
From Huff Hall to national impact: American Lung Association CEO visits his alma mater
April 02, 2026 | Vince Lara-Cinisomo Wimmer’s chance choice leads to national public health leadership When Harold Wimmer returned to the College of Applied Health Sciences at the University of Illinois, it wasn’t just a professional visit—it was a homecoming shaped by decades of purpose, mentorship and public health leadership. Wimmer, president and CEO of […]
Illini Success Report: Most new AHS grads find employment or continue education
March 24, 2026 | Ethan Simmons The latest Illini Success Report surveyed University of Illinois graduates from Aug. 2024 to May 2025. Most found employment or enrolled in a new academic program. The majority of 2024-25 University of Illinois graduates have found a next destination post-grad, with most gaining employment or continuing their education. The […]
Two AHS faculty members recognized for excellence in instruction
March 18, 2026 | Ethan Simmons Recognized by the Office of the Provost: Speech and Hearing Science Associate Professor Mary Flaherty and Health and Kinesiology Instructor Christy Bazan Every year, the University of Illinois Office of the Provost recognizes faculty members for excellence in instruction, who are nominated by committees of faculty, staff and students […]
RST: A history of Black American runners at the Boston Marathon
Feb. 26, 2026 | Ethan Simmons A new essay from a Recreation, Sport and Tourism professor shows these runners “shaping their own destinies” on a premier stage of the sport. The Boston Marathon’s first known Black finishers. The first Black American to run the marathon in the Olympics. A charismatic road race organizer who ran […]
University of Illinois researchers explore collaboration on innovative skilled nursing model
Feb. 26, 2026 Researchers from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign gathered Thursday to explore a strategic partnership with Advocates for Aging Care (AAC), a local grassroots organization working to bring an innovative skilled nursing facility to Champaign County. The workshop brought together university faculty, clinicians and leaders to begin shaping how research, education and clinical […]
Wheelchair athletes lead Illinois’ first Adaptive Rec Day, inviting campus to play and pay it forward
Feb. 26, 2026 | Vince Lara-Cinisomo Illinois hosts inaugural Adaptive Rec Day, expanding disability sports awareness It wasn’t even 11 a.m. and Gym 2 at the Activities and Recreation Center on the campus of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign was already buzzing. Illinois’ first annual Adaptive Rec Day had just begun, drawing students, faculty and […]
Master of Health Administration program receives accreditation
Feb. 25, 2026 CAHME Announces the Initial Accreditation of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Master of Health Administration The Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) Board of Directors approved the initial accreditation of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign College of Applied Health Sciences’ Master of Health Administration for a four-year term. The accreditation […]