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Alfred Earl Simpson, Jr., Curriculum Vitae
Alfred E. Simpson, Jr.
Curriculum Vitae
100 Erie Street Suite 301
Valparaiso, IN 46383
(305) 720- 9656 (cell)
alsimpsonjr@gmail.com
Education
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Doctor of Philosophy, Department of Health and Physical Activity
December 2010, Exercise Physiology
Advisor: Professor John Jakicic
Dissertation: Exercise Training Patterns and Anthropometric Characteristics of Amateur Motorcycle Road Racers
Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
Master of Science, Department of Nutrition, Food and Exercise Science
August 2000, Movement Science
Advisor: Professor Robert Moffatt
Hampton University, Hampton, VA
Bachelor of Science, Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation
May 1997, Physical Education
Certifications
American College of Sports Medicine, Certified Exercise Physiologist
National Strength and Conditioning Association, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
National Academy of Sports Medicine, Corrective Exercise Specialist
American Red Cross, CPR/AED – Adult
Florida Teaching Certificate, Physical Education K-12
Academic Teaching Experience
Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, IN
Assistant Professor, Fall 2013 – present
Kinesiology I and II - Instructor for courses and laboratories focused on the mechanics and anatomy of
human movement and theirs roles in promoting health, as well as kinesiology analyses promoting safe,
effective and efficient movements.
Physiology of Exercise – Instructor for course and laboratories investigating the physiological responses
of the human body to exercise and training.
Advanced Physiology of Exercise – Instructor for course designed to critically review current exercise
science literature including biochemistry, muscle physiology and metabolism; conductor of laboratories
investigating metabolism, physiology, nutrition and fatigue.
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Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription – Instructor for course focused on physiological testing
protocols, fitness evaluations and the design of exercise prescriptions based on direct and indirect
measures.
Strength and Conditioning – Developer and instructor for course and laboratories focused on performance
evaluation, program design, strength training techniques and conditioning theories.
Foundations of Physical Education and Sport (online) – instructor for asynchronous online course
examining the history, philosophy and principles of physical education and its relationship to modern
education.
Medical Terminology (online) – instructor for asynchronous course that provides an opportunity for
students to learn, understand, and apply medical terminology using a step-by-step process.
Psychology of Sport (online) – instructor for asynchronous online graduate course designed to introduce
students to the field of sport and exercise psychology.
California University of Pennsylvania, California, PA
Visiting Instructor – Fredrick Douglas Scholar, Fall 2008
Human Anatomy & Physiology I – Developed new course material and taught course focused on the
organization, structures and functions of the human body.
Current Health Issues – Instructor for course designed to convey information concerning the individual’s
role in establishing a healthy lifestyle and encouraging disease prevention.
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Adjunct Instructor, Spring 2007
Principles of Strength and Conditioning – Developer of new course materials, and taught course
describing the principles for development of seasonal training programs, with laboratory experiences,
including the theory and techniques of training.
Teaching Assistant for Dr. Jean McCrory, Fall 2006
Human Anatomy – Course emphasized skeletal, articular, muscular, cardiovascular and nervous systems
with laboratory experiences.
Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
Teaching Assistant Fall 1998 – Summer 1999
Lifestyle Patterns for Fitness & Optimal Wellness – Instructor for course focused on exercise, nutrition
and health encouraging lifestyle modification.
Professional and Research Experience
Research
Anaerobic Capacities and Fatigue Indices of Collegiate Division I Male and Female Tennis Players
*IRB approved December 11, 2015
-The purpose of this study is to measure peak anaerobic power, anaerobic capacities, anaerobic fatigue
indices and blood lactate concentrations of male and female tennis athletes. The objective is to develop
normative data for electronically-braked cycle ergometer testing in order to compare normative data of
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collegiate athletes and to assess the efficacy of a sport conditioning program. The objectives will be
accomplished by employing the 30-second Wingate Anaerobic Test on a Velotron cycle ergometer.
Supervised Undergraduate Theses
Grant Yoder
Title: Hamstring:Quadricep Ratio As An Indicator for Return to Physical Activity: A Case Study
Spring 2015
Mark Johnson
Title: The Effects of a Six-Week Agility Program on Agility Drill Time
Spring 2015
Faculty Advisor, Kinesiology Club, Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, IN
Fall 2014 – present
Provide leadership and support to the club and ensure that the club attempts to fulfill the aims as stated in
the club’s constitution.
Fitness & Wellness Consultant, Simpson, Inc
June 2001 – August 2013
Wellness counseling, personal training, exercise prescription and lectures/seminars; and Product
Advertising.
Physical Activity Coordinator, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
August 2005 – March 2007
Studies to Treat Or Prevent Pediatric Type 2 Diabetes (STOPP-T2D), Funded by the National Institute of
Health, Develop and implement middle school physical education lesson plans created to increase heart
rate throughout class time.
Physical Educator, Henry M. Flagler Elementary, Miami Dade County Public Schools, Miami, FL
September 2003 – June 2004
Develop and implement physical education lessons plans to promote the psychomotor, cognitive and
affective domains of learning.
Physical Educator, Rockway Elementary, Miami Dade County Public Schools, Miami, FL
September 2001 – June 2003
Develop and implement physical education lessons plans to promote the psychomotor, cognitive and
affective domains of learning.
Exercise Physiologist, Dominion Physical Therapy & Associates Inc. Newport News, VA
May 2000 - August 2000
Prescribed appropriate exercises and stretches for optimal rehabilitation from injury, surgery or ailment.
Laboratory Assistant, Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
Spring 1998
Assisted in conducting laboratory activities designed to enhance student knowledge of the anatomical and
physiological systems of the human body.
Research Assistant, Human Performance Laboratory, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
Spring 1998
Assisted with the ongoing research conducted in the exercise science program.
Research Assistant, Biomedical Research Facility, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
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Fall 1997
Assisted Dr. Michael Overton in conducting research in rodent subjects investigating neuroendocrine
mechanisms associated with obesity and hypertension.
Professional Affiliations
American College of Sports Medicine
National Strength and Conditioning Association
National Academy of Sports Medicine
Honors and Recognitions
2007 Academic Achievement Award, Department of Health and Physical Activity, University of Pittsburgh
2006 Academic Achievement Award, Department of Health and Physical Activity, University of Pittsburgh
2005-2008 Graduate Assistantship and Full Tuition Scholarship, University of Pittsburgh
1998 Wayne M. King Scholarship, Florida State University
1997-1999 Graduate Assistantship and Full Tuition Scholarship, Florida State University
1997 University and Departmental Honors, Hampton University
1996-1997 Student Representative to the Division of Education, Hampton University
1996 University Departmental Award, Hampton University
1996 National Dean’s List
1996 All-American Scholar Academy
Professional References
Dr. Amanda Salacinski
Northern Illinois University
226 Anderson Hall
Dekalb, Illinois 60115
(815) 753-5625
Asalacinski@niu.edu
Dr. Fredric Goss
University of Pittsburgh
113 Trees Hall
Aliquippa and Darragh Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15261
(412) 648-8259
goss@pitt.edu
Dr. Jean McCrory
Department of Human Performance and Applied Exercise Science
West Virginia University School of Medicine
Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center
South Building
P.O. Box 9227
Morgantown, WV 26506-9227
(304) 293-0442
jmccrory@hsc.wvu.edu
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Dr. John Jakicic
University of Pittsburgh
128 Oak Hill
Pittsburgh, PA 15261
412-383-4001
jjakicic@pitt.edu
Dr. Robert Moffatt
Florida State University
College of Human Sciences
Dept. of Nutrition, Food & Movement Science
Tallahassee, Florida 32306-2033
(850) 644-1520
rmoffatt@mailer.fsu.edu
Mr. Clarence Tucker, MSPT
Consulate Healthcare of Windsor
23352 Courthouse Highway
Windsor, Virginia 23487
(757) 242-3992
mobnupe1594@msn.com
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Alfred Earl Simpson, Jr., Curriculum Vitae
Dr. John Jakicic
University of Pittsburgh
128 Oak Hill
Pittsburgh, PA 15261
412-383-4001
jjakicic@pitt.edu
Dr. Robert Moffatt
Florida State University
College of Human Sciences
Dept. of Nutrition, Food & Movement Science
Tallahassee, Florida 32306-2033
(850) 644-1520
rmoffatt@mailer.fsu.edu
Mr. Clarence Tucker, MSPT
Consulate Healthcare of Windsor
23352 Courthouse Highway
Windsor, Virginia 23487
(757) 242-3992
mobnupe1594@msn.com
