Katie Slatton

What in your life drew you to your current field of study?

The desire to become a better athlete in my teenage years led me to look into exercise and nutrition on a deeper level. The results of personal changes and knowledge I gained during this time encouraged me to pursue Kinesiology as a degree path in College.

What do you hope your students gain from studying or working with you?

Knowledge is power. Educating students on the ramifications of poor health choices and benefits of positive decisions is an absolute honor. I hope to motivate individuals live their best life and this all stems from good personal health on every level.

What are you passionate about in your personal life?

I am passionate about many thing in my personal life. I obviously am extremely passionate about health. I have a wonderful husband and two amazing daughters. My life is dedicated to my family and our farm. On a daily basis we care for a farm full of rescued farm animals. I am passionate about helping animals and giving them a wonderful life. I commit service hours to the following areas that are extremely important to me: Disability Services Committee, Alvin ISD school safety committee, A.C.T.S. community and K9 Kare.

Education

M.A. Education, University of Montevallo, 2001
B.S. Kinesiology, University of Montevallo, 1999

Licenses & Certifications

Crossfit Level 1
NCSA certified (July 2011)
NSCA member (since 2011)
AFFA member (since 2011)
Mat Pilates (AFFA, 2012)
Kickboxing certification (AFFA, 2012)
ISSA performance nutrition certified
Yoga Fit trained
CPR/First Aid certification (current)
American Red Cross Instructor: Adult, Child, Infant
CPR, AED, First Aid (2017)

Courses Taught

KINE 120: Science of Basic Health and Fitness
KINE 198: Health and Fitness
CPR
ExFit (2015 - Present)
Cardio Conditioning (H.I.T.T.)
Bootcamp (2004 - Present)
Aerobic Running (since 2013)
Beginning Yoga (since 2007)
Power Yoga (since 2013)
Mat Pilates (since 2012)
Power Pilates (since 2013)
Sports Conditioning (2014)
Soccer (2004 - 2014)
Basketball (2003 - 2007)
Softball (2003 - 2005)
Beginning Strenth Training (2003 - 2007)
Intermediate Strength Training (2003 - 2007)

Publications

“The Science of Basic Health and Fitness”. (2017) KINE 199 courses, TAMUG bookstore, includes: field testing information and data, data on vitals, and pre/post fitness assessment.

“Challenge Workbook”. (2013) KINE 199 courses, TAMUG bookstore, includes: field testing information and data, data on vitals, and pre/post fitness assessment.

“KINE 120-Field Guide”. (2014) TAMUG bookstore, includes: field testing data, behavior change/modification worksheets, data on vitals, pre/post fitness assessment, movement analysis, VO2 experiment, and a dietary analysis project.

Assisted in 5th edition of the KINE 198 textbook in College Station

Presentations

New Student Conference breakout session Kinesiology speaker (ongoing)

Crew Team nutrition presentation (annually)

Professional Appointments

University Service

Present: GACD Search Committee
Present: Faculty Advisor for Soccer Club, Weight Training Club, Wrestling Club
2014: GACD Strategic Planning Committee
2013 - 2014: Gig’em week Yoga
2012 - 2014: Yoga Fridays (for faculty, staff, & students)
2013: Turkey Trot Director
Since 2010: Crew Team Nutrition Lectures
2009: Presenter at TAMUG Symposium
2005: Presenter at Faculty Forum

Core of Cadets Presentation on VO2 and 1.5 mile run times
Academic Advisor

Other Service

2012 - 2014: SCFC soccer coach
2012 - 2013: Fun Run Volunteer- Mossman Elementary School
2012: LC soccer club assistant coach
2009: Upward Bound Soccer coach