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Deaf Culture and American Sign Language

5.09.2013

The Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette recently visited Donald Lee Haring’s American Sign Language (ASL) class. He is an instructor in the Department of Speech and Hearing Science and teaches ASL to mostly hearing students. More than just a method of communication, ASL is part of the deaf culture—a community of people who share similar histories and life experiences. Matthew Dye, assistant professor in speech and hearing science also noted that, while every deaf person's experience is different, ASL is the central unifying theme for all members of deaf communities.” Read the News-Gazette article on ASL.

New Book Explores Inclusion of Various Disciplines in Conservation Decisions

4.09.2013

Conservation practices based solely on science often overlook the emotional and spiritual attachment and memories people have about places. A new book, Place-Based Conservation, explores collaborative problem solving and natural resource management that equally considers social, scientific, and tourism perspectives. The book was co-edited by William Stewart, professor of sport, recreation and tourism and published by Springer. Read more about the placed-based conservation book.

SBRC Recognizes Two AHS Faculty Members

4.08.2013

Social and Behavioral Science Research Council (SBRC) recently selected Edward McAuley, professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Community Health and pictured at top, to receive the Outstanding Career Achievement Award. The Council also selected Aron Barbey, assistant professor in the Department of Speech and Hearing Science and pictured at bottom, to receive the Best Paper by a Junior Faculty Award. Both will be honored at the awards ceremony on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 in the Illini Union Ballroom. Learn more about the SRBC Awards.

Making Medicare Sustainable

3.04.2013

According to Tom O’Rourke, emeritus professor in community health, the U.S. spends more on Medicare then 10 other countries combined spend on health care. The question to ask is “why are Medicare care costs rising?” rather than “who should pay the bills?” Looking at ways to make Medicare more cost-effective might include extending Medicare as a single- payer system to all citizens. Read the interview with Tom O’Rourke.

Home-based Exercise Using DVDs for Older Adults

3.03.2013

A research team led by Edward McAuley , professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Commmunity Health, explored the effectiveness of a home-based DVD exercise program for older adults. During the study, adults aged 65 and older who participated in the FlexToBa program saw benefits after six months. Upper body strength and balance increased while they maintained lower body flexibility. The fitness video could be a cost-effective solution for older people to improve flexibility, toning and balance, thereby increasing the likelihood that they will continue to live independently.
Read more about the home-based DVD exercise program.

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