CFPs - Life After Sport: Athletes in Transition, USA
Conference Announcement and Call for Papers:
LIFE AFTER SPORT: ATHLETES IN TRANSITION
Hosted by:
College of Business, San Diego State University
June 2 – 4, 2006
San Diego, California
Keynote Speaker:
Steve Scott
US Mile Record Holder
Most sub-4-minute miles in history
3-time Olympian
Head Coach Cal State San Marcos (Track &Cross Country)
The conference will draw on the rich environment of sport to study the impact retirement has on individuals from diverse settings across the lifespan. Sessions will be applicable to those involved in sport at all levels including athletes, coaches, parents and sport administrators, as well as those experiencing transitions from other settings such as academic and business pursuits. Formats will include lecture presentations, seminars and small group workshops.
We invite submissions on a broad range of topics related to retirement and transition from sport. Submissions from multiple disciplines including psychology, sociology, philosophy of sport, sport management and business will be considered.
Please submit abstracts (200 – 250 words) electronically to both:
Scott Tinley Dr. Richard Lally
College of Business Health and Physical Education Department
San Diego State University Lock Haven University
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Abstract Deadline: January 30, 2006
Notification of acceptance: February 15, 2006
For information:
Scott Tinley
Director, Institute for Athletes in Retirement and Transition
College of Business
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-8228
858-735-6614
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