Welcome back to On The Move! In this episode, Host Chelsea Reber is joined by Drew Gonzalez, Kinesiology Doctoral Candidate. Chelsea and Drew chat about Drew’s path to A&M, his research and outreach with First Reponders, and his involvement with undergraduate support. You won’t want to miss out on Drew’s story and his advice for future and current students!

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Host: Chelsea Reber

Guest: Drew Gonzalez, Kinesiology Doctoral Candidate

Time Stamps:

(00:00 - 00:24) Introduction

(00:25 - 02:25) Drew’s Background

(02:26 - 03:26) What Sets A&M Apart

(03:27 - 05:48) Research to Help First Responders

(05:49 - 07:33) Tactical Athlete Research Unit

(07:34 - 09:07) Student Involvement and Collaboration

(09:08 - 10:17) The Most Fulfilling Thing Working with Undergraduates

(10:18 - 12:32) Motivations for Community Outreach

(12:33 - 14:00) Defining Moment

(14:01 - 15:00) Higher Education & Hands-on Learning

(15:00 - 16:09) The Response

(16:10 - 17:22) Addressing Pushback

(17:23 - 19:30) Misconceptions about Doctorates

(19:31 - 21:01) Advice for Prospective Students

(21:02 - 21:54) Closing Thoughts