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R.R. Goyakla Apache, Ph.D., CAPE
10780 Barnard Bee Ct
Las Vegas, NV 89183
702-292-7900 (cell)
rrapache@msn.com
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Ph.D. Human Performance
Indiana University, Department of Kinesiology
Dissertation Topic: The Validation of a Lower Extremity Reaction Time Task as a Way of
Monitoring Multiple Sclerosis Disease Activity and its Inclusion as a
Clinical Outcome Measure
Dissertation Committee: David H. Mattson,M.D., Ph.D. Director of Multiple Sclerosis Center,
Indiana University School of Medicine
Martin R. Farlow, M.D., Ph.D. Professor of Neurology & VP Research
Indiana University School of Medicine
George Rebec, Ph.D. Professor and Chair, Dept. of Neuroscience
Indiana University
David S. Koceja, Ph.D. Professor Kinesiology & Neuroscience
Indiana University
Masters of Science in Adapted Physical Education
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering
The University of Texas - El Paso
Professional Appointments
Director Fall 2008 – Current
YouthFirst, www.YouthFirst.us
Las Vegas, NV 89183
Performance Enhancement Specialist Oct. 2011- July 2012
SAIC
Fort Bliss, Texas
Adjunct Faculty Spring 2009
The University of South Dakota
Vermillion, South Dakota
Adjunct Faculty Summer 2007 – Current
Beijing Sport University
Beijing, China

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Adjunct Faculty Fall 2006 – Current
Shandong University
School of Physical Education
Jinan, China
Assistant Professor Fall 2002 – Fall 2008
Graduate Faculty Status
Department of Sports Education Leadership
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Visiting Assistant Professor Spring 2001 - Summer 2002
Department of Educational Leadership
Adjunct Faculty Fall 2000
Department of Health & Physical Education
Associate Instructor/Graduate Assistant Fall 1996- May 2000
Indiana University
School of Health, Physical Education & Recreation
Department of Kinesiology
Adapted Physical Education Specialist (1996 – 2000)
Monroe County Community School District, Bloomington, IN
Adapted Physical Education Specialist (1994-1996)
Lubbock Independent School District; Lubbock, Texas
1st Professional Career
Metallurgical Research Engineer 1984 – 1994 (currently a consultant)
Laboratory Director of independent testing facility. Lab provided failure analysis,
product review, manufacturing process review, 3rd party material testing, chemical analysis, and
expert analysis of all material matrices. Major clients included: US Army Logistics, US Navy,
US Air Force, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Dept. of Labor, OSHA, major oil corporations,
aviation corporations, and mining conglomerates. My responsibilities exceeded beyond
supervision of engineering and scientific staff to include final report writing, customer contact
and expert witness testimony. Familiar with all testing protocols, and quality assurance
procedures from welding specs to material design. Extensive experience with statistical review
of data and quality assurance using national standards. Led the laboratory through a national
accreditation process.
Have extensive experience as Lead Investigator on several major catastrophic
petrochemical plant explosions as contracted by OSHA. I remain the foremost expert on
catastrophic petrochemical plants having been the lead investigator on 9 of the past 12 events

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over the past two decades. These investigations involved my onsite inspection and investigation
of these incidences from initial step through final submission of reports. This involved writing
investigation protocols for approval from presiding judge, to coordinating the testing of materials
at laboratory facility.
Honors and Awards
Presidential Award (Jan. 2007)
Southwest District of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and
Dance. Presented by district president for my continued service and advocacy for individuals
with disabilities.
Certified Adapted Physical Educator (CAPE, 2005-2018)
National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities.
Earned recognition through passing of national licensing examination and submnission of
portfolio documenting 5 years of experience teaching students with disabilities, and 3 years of
supervision of university students in practicum placements teaching students with disabilities.
Program Excellence Award (Feb. 2005)
Nevada Recreation and Park Society. Youth Sports Festival. Award of Excellence given to
YouthFirst program on behalf of nomination by the City of Henderson Parks and Recreation
Department.
COE Collaboration Award (2005, May).
College of Education annual award presented by Scholarship and Awards Standing Committee.
Hally Beth Poindexter Young Scholar Award (January, 2004)
National Association for Physical Education in Higher Education. Youth Sports Parent Behavior
System. Research paper presented at annual meeting as part of award ceremony.
COE Distinguished New Faculty Award (2004, May).
UNLV College of Education annual award presented by Scholarship and Awards Standing
Committee.
Art Broten Young Scholar Award (2003, October)
Western Colleges of Physical Education Society. Disability infusion learning modules for a
physical education core curriculum. Research paper presented at 48th Annual meeting as part of
award ceremony.
Innovation in Teaching Award (May, 2003)
UNLV Department of Educational Leadership award presented by Scholarship and Awards
Committee.
Program Excellence Award (Feb. 2003)
Nevada Recreation and Park Society. YouthFirst. Award of Excellence given to YouthFirst
program on behalf of nomination by the City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department.

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Professional Organizations
1. National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities
1996-present
2. California Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
2008 37th National Adapted Physical Education Conference – Program Chair
Member 2001- present
3. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
AAHPERD Alliance Delegate 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
American Association for Active Lifestyles & Fitness 1996-present
a. Adapted Physical Activity Council
b. Aquatics Council
c. Ethnic Minorities Council EMC representative on AAALF Standing Committee
on Membership and District/State Relations; 1999-2001, 2001-2002
d. Council of Future Professionals
National Association for Sport & Physical Education
NASPE Delegate 2005, 2006, 2007
4. International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity
1996- present
5. Western Society for Kinesiology & Wellness
Past-President, Oct. 2007-Oct. 2008
President, Oct. 2006- Oct. 2007
President-Elect, Oct. 2005- Oct. 2006
Conference Program Manager, October 2006
Secretary 2002-03, 2003-04, 2004-05, 2005-06
6. Southwest District of American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and
Dance
Board Member, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Vice-President for Adapted Physical Education 2003-04
7. Nevada Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
President, Oct. 2006 – Sept. 2007
President, Oct. 2005 - Sept. 2006
President, Oct. 2004-Sept 2005
President-Elect, Oct. 2003-Sept 2004
Chairman, Southern District 2003-04
Southern District Board Member 2001 - 2004
8. National Association for Kinesiology and Physical Education in Higher Education
Membership Committee Chair, 2006 - 07

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Membership Committee, 2004-07
Member 1996 – present
9. Consortium for Multiple Sclerosis Centers
10. Society for Neuroscience
11. American Society of Neurorehabilitation
Member 1996 - present
12. American Society of Engineers
Lifetime Member (Inducted 1984)
Editor and Reviewer
Editor
Editor, The Journal of Praxis in Multicultural Education (2006- present)
Premier Edition, Fall 2006 (to be published in February 2007). Co-Editors: Maria Ramirez,
Porter Troutman. Published through The Center for Multicultural Education, College of
Education. The University of Nevada Las Vegas.
Editor, The Journal of Youth Sports (Fall 2005 – present)
Conference Abstract Reviewer
Research Consortium for the 2007 AAHPERD National Convention and Exposition.
Served as a Reviewer of abstracts and symposia submitted to this conference. August 2006.
Research Consortium for the 2006 AAHPERD National Convention and Exposition.
Served as a Reviewer of abstracts and symposia submitted to this conference. August 2005.
American Association for Health Education for the 2005 AAHPERD National Convention
and Exposition. Served as a Reviewer of abstracts and symposia submitted to this conference.
August 2004.
American Association for Health Education for the 2004 AAHPERD National Convention
and Exposition. Served as a Reviewer of abstracts and symposia submitted to this conference.
August 2003.
Editorial Guest Reviews:
Perceptual and Motor Skills, July 2007; “Concurrent Validity of the Comprehensive
Developmental Inventory for Infants, and Toddlers with the Bayley Scales of Infant
Development-II in 6-18 Month Old Infants Born Full-Term”.

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Perceptual and Motor Skills, November 2006; “Approach-Avoidance Individual Differences
in Changing Students’ Responses to Physical Education”.
Perceptual and Motor Skills, October 2006; “The Forest Day Care Center – A Motor Skills
Factory”.
Perceptual and Motor Skills, September 2006; “Changing Students’ Attitudes and Emotions
in Physical Education: A Re-Analysis”.
ResearchGrant Reviewer:
Health Research Board Grant Submissions for Research and Health Division, Dublin Ireland.
Reviewed research grant submissions for this organization under the CTPF-06-14 file. July 2006.
Book Reviewer:
“Technology and Alternative Assessment of Physical Education Standards”, National
Association for Sport & Physical Education. Asked to review this book August 2006.
“Lifelong Motor Development”, Pearson & Benjamin Cummings. Asked to review this book
August 2004.
Conference Manager and Program Chair
37th Annual National Adapted Physical Education Conference
November 2008. Planning for this upcoming conference began in 2005. As Program Chair, I
am responsible for coordinating the call for presentations according to the prescribed conference
theme, arranging the presentation schedules, acquiring the AV needs, and coordinating the
conference proceedings. Official release of the conference call for papers begins October 2007.
Combined SWD & NWD District AAHPERD & Nevada AHPERD Conference
January 2007. I was in charge of helping to coordinate the program, as well as the
communication and coordination with the conference hotel as the local representative. Coordinated
all of the Nevada AHPERD hosting activities and the Awards Luncheon and social events including
the Dance Gala. Coordinated all volunteers and registration staff during the conference.
Western Society for Kinesiology & Wellness
October 2006. As President-elect I was responsible for every aspect of the conference from
arranging the conference site, creating a program theme, soliciting conference presentations,
arranging the program, scheduling the guest speakers, coordinating the socials, business meetings,
and conference luncheon.
Articles and Publications

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RefereedArticles
Stahura, K. A., & Apache, R. R. (Re-Submitted 2008) The Role of Youth Sport with At-risk
Populations: When Parents are Absent.
Apache, R. R., & Stahura, K. A. (Re-Submitted 2008) Congruence Between Parent and
Young Athletes Ideologies Surrounding Youth Sports. Journal of Sport Behavior.
1 Apache, R. R. (Accepted with revisions, 2008) Evaluating the Attitudes of Physical
Education Teachers Toward Students With Disabilities in a Large Metropolitan School District.
Perceptual and Motor Skills
2 Hackenheimer, C. A., & Apache, R. R. (In Press, 2008) Sensation Seeking Behavior in
Skateboarders and Traditional Sport Participants Ages 13-16 Years. Journal of Sport Behavior.
1 Hilliard, R. R., & Apache, R. R. (Accepted with revisions, 2008) Difference on
Perception of Evaluation Criteria Between Division I and III Head Basketball Coaches and Athletic
Directors. International Journal of Sport Management.
1 Evans, C. S., & Apache, R. R. (Re-Submitted 2008) Discerning Academic Preparation and
Responsibilities of Division I and Division III Athletic Administrators. International Journal of
Sport Management.
1 Apache, R. R. (Accepted with revisions, 2008) Construct Validity of AMSAT Through
Cross-Validation. Perceptual and Motor Skills.
2 Apache, R. R., & Stahura, K. A. (2006). An empirical analysis of an educational program
on the role of youth sport: Teaching adults and coaches about positive reinforcement. Journal of
Contemporary Athletics, 2(1), 23-38.
2 Apache, R. R., Stahura, K. A., Evans, C. S.(2006). The behavioral assessment of parents
and coaches at youth sports: Validity & Reliability. The Physical Educator, 63(3), 126-133.
2 Stahura, K. A., Dobbs, M., Greenwood, M., Apache, R. R. (2006). Pressure in coaching at
the intercollegiate ranks: Emphasis on head football coaches. Applied Research in Coaching and
Athletics Annual,1(21), 184-210.
* Apache, R. R. (2005). An adapted aquatics assessment and curriculum inventory.
Palaestra, 21(2), 32-37.
1 Apache, R. R.(2005). Evaluating the effectiveness of an infusion learning model on
attitudes of preservice teachers. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 101, 687-703.
1 Apache, R. R. (2005). Activity-based intervention in motor skill development. Perceptual

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and Motor Skills, 100, 1011-1020.
* Apache, R. R., Jackson, D., & Mattson, D. H. (2005). Responsiveness of
reaction time in multiple sclerosis. Clinical Kinesiology.
3 Apache, R. R., & Troutman, P. (2005). Physical activity patterns of students from low
social-economic households. The Journal of Youth Sports, 1(1), 22- 27.
3 Stahura, K. A., & Apache, R. R. (2005). Classic western understandings on the nature and
origin of sport: From ancient Greece to virtual reality. The Journal of Youth Sports, 1(1), 4- 7.
3 Stahura, K. A., Apache, R. R., Greenwood, M., & Hardigree, C. (2005). An introductory
investigation into sport as a vehicle for moral, ethical and social development: the differences in
parents’ and athletes’ motivation in elite versus recreational environments. The Journal of
Recreation.
3 Apache, R. R. (2004). A developmentally appropriate lesson supports an inclusive physical
education class. Teaching Elementary Physical Education, 15(5), 42-45.
3 Apache, R. R. (2004). YouthFirst: A parent orientation program for youth sports.
Strategies, 17(6), 29-32.
3 Apache, R. R. (2004). Using cooperative learning to teach empathy toward peers with
disabilities. Teaching Elementary Physical Education, 15(6), 17-20.
3 Apache, R. R. (2004). YouthFirst: Parents learning about youth sports. Western Society
Review, 2, C17-18.
3 Apache, R. R. (2004). Evaluating parent and coach behavior at youth sports. Western
Society Review, 2, C24-25.
3 Apache, R. R. (2003). The infusion of disability awareness in core physical education
courses. Western Society Review, 1, 23-25.
3 Apache, R. R. (2003). Motor development for the practitioner. Teaching Elementary
Physical Education, 1, 30-34.
3 Apache, R. R. (2003). YouthFirst: Teaching youth sports parents about behavior. The
Journal of the Nevada Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance,
14(1), 7-9.
3 Apache, R. R. (2003). The Adapted Physical Education program at UNLV is up and
running. The Journal of the Nevada Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and
Dance, 14(1), 15-16.

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* Apache, R. R., Jackson, D., & Mattson, D. H. (2002). Use of reaction and movement time
as a measure of lower extremity functioning in multiple sclerosis. Clinical Kinesiology. 56(3), 35-41.
Apache, R. R., (2002). Adapted physical Education: A new paradigm for the 21st Century. In
T. Sharpe, & H. So (Eds.), International Sport Pedagogy Symposium (pp. 69-82). Las Vegas:
University of Nevada Las Vegas Reprographics.
Apache, R. R. (2001). The validation of a lower extremity reaction time task as a way of
monitoring multiple sclerosis disease activity and its inclusion as a clinical outcome measure.
Doctoral Dissertation, Indiana University, Bloomington.
* Apache, R. R., Jackson, D., & Mattson, D. H. (2001). Assessing lower extremity
function in multiple sclerosis patients by reaction time. Clinical Kinesiology. 55(1), 13-19.
* Apache, R. R. (1998). A systematic application of activity-based intervention in physical
education programming for preschoolers with disabilities. Palaestra, 14(2), 32-37.
Articles Published – Non-Peer-Reviewed
Apache, R. R. (2004). Developing a distance education program in adapted physical
education. Western Society Review, 2, C15-16.
Apache, R. R. (2003). Disability infusion learning modules for a physical education core
curriculum. Monographs of the Western Colleges of Physical Education Society, 1 (Whole No. 1).
Manuscripts in preparation
Apache, R. R. (2007). Increasing physical fitness through a sports camp. Manuscript
submitted for publication.
Apache, R. R. (2007). Leadership preferences of youth attending a summer sports camp.
Manuscript submitted for publication.
Apache, R. R. (2007). Motor development versus biomechanics. Manuscript in preparation.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Apache, R. R. (2007). The evaluation of an adapted aquatics program. Manuscript in
preparation. University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Apache, R. R. (2007). Using digital technology to teach motor development concepts.
Manuscript in preparation. University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Miscellaneous Publications

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Apache, R. R. (2004). Recreational versus Competitive Youth Sports. Guest Columnist.
Youth Sports Journal, 1(3).
Apache, R. R. (2004). Let the coach, coach. Guest Columnist. Youth Sports Journal, 1(2).
Apache, R. R. (2003). Communication in a multicultural environment: Perspectives for
coaching. Multicultural & Diversity Newsletter,7(2), 17-21.
Apache, R. R. (2003). NYSP Sport Lesson Plans. Available: Sports Education and
Leadership Program, 4505 Maryland Parkway, Box 453002, Las Vegas, NV 89154.
Apache, R. R. (Ed.). (2002, Fall). YouthFirst: Parents Learning about Youth Sports.
Available from the Sports Education and Leadership Program, 4505 Maryland Parkway, Box
453002, Las Vegas, Nevada 89154
Apache, R. R. (2001). Project CAMPFIRE: Volume 1. (CD-ROM) Available: Sports
Education and Leadership Program, 4505 Maryland Parkway, Box 453002, Las Vegas, Nevada
89154.
Apache, R. R. (2001). Project CAMPFIRE: Volume 2. (CD-ROM) Available: Sports
Education and Leadership Program, 4505 Maryland Parkway, Box 453002, Las Vegas, Nevada
89154.
Apache, R. R. (1998). The effects of heroin on motor skills of very young children.
Unpublished manuscript, Indiana University, Bloomington.
Apache, R. R. (1998). Stress and multiple sclerosis. Unpublished manuscript, Indiana
University, Bloomington.
Proceedings
Apache, R. R. (November, 2006) “Assessing students with the Apache Motor Skills
Assessment Test”, Conference Proceedings of the 35th National Adapted Physical Education
Conference (6 pages).
Apache, R. R. (November, 2006) “Developmentally appropriate practice and an inclusive
PE class”, Conference Proceedings of the 35th National Adapted Physical Education Conference (6
pages).
Stahura, K. A., Apache, R. R., Nelson, K. (January, 2006). “Parental Influence on Sport
Specialization: Examining the Culture of Junior Golf”. Conference Proceedings of the 2006 National
Association for Kinesiology & Physical Education in Higher Education Conference held January 4 –
7, 2006 in San Diego, CA. (1-page)

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Apache, R. R., Stahura, K. A. (January, 2006). “Adapted Physical Education: From
Kinesiology to Practical Application”. Conference Proceedings of the 2006 National Association for
Kinesiology & Physical Education in Higher Education Conference held January 4 – 7, 2006 in San
Diego, CA. (1-page)
Daud, R., Stahura, K. A., Apache, R. R. (January, 2006). “Patterns of Self-Identification
and Social Distinction Among African-American Male Youth in Sport”. Conference Proceedings of
the 2006 National Association for Kinesiology & Physical Education in Higher Education
Conference held January 4 – 7, 2006 in San Diego, CA. (2-pages)
Frierman, S., Apache, R. R. (January, 2006). “Working Together to Educate Parents and
Children Involved in Youth Sports”. Conference Proceedings of the 2006 National Association for
Kinesiology & Physical Education in Higher Education Conference held January 4 – 7, 2006 in San
Diego, CA. (1-page)
Apache, R. R., Stahura, K. A., Hackenheimer, C. (January, 2006). “Building Bridges as a
Consortium: Academics Working with Practitioners for the Betterment of Community Sport and
Recreation Programs”. Conference Proceedings of the 2006 National Association for Kinesiology &
Physical Education in Higher Education Conference held January 4 – 7, 2006 in San Diego, CA. (1-
page)
Apache, R. R. (2005). The state of teaching students with disabilities across a very large
school district. Proceedings of the Annual Conference of The National Association for Kinesiology
and Physical Education in Higher Education. Tucson, AZ, 35-36.
Apache, R. R. (2004, November). Developmentally appropriate practice and an inclusive PE
class. Proceedings of the 33rd National Conference on Physical Activity for the Exceptional
Individual, Oakland, CA 16-22.
Apache, R. R. (2004, November). Providing motor skill development through problem-
solving. Proceedings of the 33rd National Conference on Physical Activity for the Exceptional
Individual, Oakland, CA 23-26.
Apache, R. R. (2004, February). Using technology to assist with assessments in adapted
physical education. Proceedings of the 2004 Southwest Districts & The State of New Mexico
AAHPERD Convention, Alburquerque, NM 3-4.
Apache, R. R. (2004, February). A systematic approach to implementing a developmentally
appropriate and inclusive lesson. Proceedings of the 2004 Southwest Districts & The State of New
Mexico AAHPERD Convention, Albuquerque, NM 5-6
.
Apache, R. R. (2004). Physical activity and youth from low-socioeconomic households.
Proceedings of The National Association for Physical Education in Higher Education conference,

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Clearwater, FL. 33-37.
Apache, R. R. (2004). Youth Sports: Actively engaging parents in the coaching process.
Proceedings of The National Association for Physical Education in Higher Education conference,
Clearwater, FL. 31-33.
Apache, R. R. (2003). Developmentally appropriate practice supports an inclusive physical
education class. Proceedings of the 2003 Combined Northwest & Southwest Districts & The State of
Nevada AAHPERD Conventions, Reno, NV. 63-65.
Apache, R. R. (2003, February). Motor Development for the Practitioner. Proceedings of the
2003 Combined Northwest & Southwest Districts & The State of Nevada AAHPERD Conventions,
Reno, NV 108-109.
Apache, R. R. (2003, January). YouthFirst: A travel from theory to practice. Proceedings of
the National Association for Physical Education in Higher Education, Long Beach, CA. (pp. 2-3).
Apache, R. R. (2003, January). A youth sports parent behavior assessment system.
Proceedings of the National Association for Physical Education in Higher Education, Long Beach,
CA. (pp. 3-4).
Apache, R. R. (2002, October). A web-based tutorial on developing an individualized
education program. Proceedings of the 3rd World Congress on Disabilities, Orlando, Florida. (pp.
23-28).
Apache, R. R. (2002, October). An adapted aquatics curriculum and assessment inventory.
Proceedings of the 3rd World Congress on Disabilities, Orlando, Florida. (pp. 45-50).
Apache, R. R. (2001, October). Using technology to supplement the teaching of adapted
physical education. Proceedings of the 2nd World Congress on Disabilities, Atlanta GA, (pp.65-71).
Apache, R. R. (2001, October). Activity-based intervention for preschoolers with
disabilities: How is it really done? Proceedings of the 2nd World Congress on Disabilities, Atlanta
GA, (pp.35-40).
Apache, R. R. (2001, June). Adventure challenge in adapted physical education. Proceedings
of the Southwest District of the American Alliance on Health, Physical Education, Recreation and
Dance, Park City, UT. (pp. 33-36).
Apache, R. R. (2001, June). Activity-based intervention for preschoolers with disabilities.
Proceedings of the Southwest District of the American Alliance on Health, Physical Education,
Recreation and Dance, Park City, UT. (pp. 43-45).
Apache, R. R.,& Weber, R. (1999, May). Biomechanical measurement in adapted physical
activity: Will standardization improve the knowledge base? Proceedings of the 12th International

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Symposium for Adapted Physical Activity, Barcelona, Spain, (pp. 116-118)
.
Surburg, P. R., Lewis, C., Apache, R. R., Woodard, R. (1998). Evolution of a neurological
assessment technique. Proceedings of The North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity
Symposium, Minnesota, MN, 38-39.
Apache, R. R. & Quirk, B. (1998, March). Adventure challenge teamwork in adapted
physical education. In D. Beaver (Ed.), Proceedings of the 6th National Conference on Adapted
Physical Activity: Achieving a Balance (pp. 12-16). Macomb: Western Illinois University Press.
Apache, R. R. (1998). Activity-based intervention for preschoolers with disabilities: Phase
II. In D. Beaver (Ed.), Proceedings of the 6th National Conference on Adapted Physical Activity:
Achieving a Balance (pp. 63-66). Macomb: Western Illinois University Press.
Apache, R. R. (1997). A systematic application of activity-based intervention in physical
education programming for preschoolers with disabilities. In D. Beaver (Ed.), Proceedings of the 5th
National Conference on Adapted Physical Activity: Achieving a Balance (pp. 47-48). Macomb:
Western Illinois University Press.
Abstracts
Apache, R. R., Campbell, Y. (2006). Reliability and Construct Validity of the Advanced
Motor Skills Test. [Abstract] Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport (Supplement) 77(1), A-90-
91.
Apache, R. R. (2003). The infusion of disabilities issues into a core curriculum through
WebCT. Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education, 14, 7.
Apache, R. R. (1999). Activity-based intervention versus direct instruction for preschool
adapted physical education (Abstract). Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 70(1),
Supplement, A-133.
Apache, R. R. (1998). Adapted aquatics and curriculum. (Abstract). Research Quarterly
for Exercise and Sport, 69(1), Supplement.
Apache, R. R., Mattson, D. H., Surburg, P. R., & Jackson, D. (1998). Correlational
fractionated reaction times in ambulant multiple sclerosis patients. Society for Neuroscience
Abstracts.
Refereed Presentations
# - Invited Presentation
* - Major Contribution
Symposium
Apache, R. R. , & Weber, R. C. “The Development of an Adapted Aquatics Curriculum and

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Assessment”. April 2008 at AAHPERD Conference in Ft. Worth, TX.
Apache, R. R. , Stahura, K. A., & Hackenheimer, C. A. “Observations at Youth Sport
Events: What we can Learn”. April 2008 at AAHPERD Conference in Ft. Worth, TX.
Apache, R. R. “Reflections on Past Olympics”. Invited Speaker. December 2007, Asia-
Pacific Conference on Exercise and Sports Science in Hiroshima, Japan.
Apache, R. R. “Activity-Based Intervention for Preschoolers”. November 2007 at 36th
National Adapted Physical Education Conference in Sacramento, California.
Apache, R. R. “Adapted Aquatics for Students with Disability”. November 2007 at 36th
National Adapted Physical Education Conference in Sacramento, California.
Apache, R. R., Stahura, K. A. “Recreation and Community Sports”. October 2007 at 52nd
Western Society for Kinesiology & Wellness in Reno, Nevada.
#Apache, R. R. “Reinventing the Coach: New Perspectives on Coaching” presented at the 1st
International Sports Academic Forum hosted by Shandong University, Jinan, China. Keynote
Speaker at opening session of the conference. June 2007.
Apache, R. R. , & Weber, R. C. “Utilizing Technology and Electronic Rubrics for
Assessment in Adapted Physical Education and General PE” presented at AAHPERD Conference,
March 2007 in Baltimore, MD.
Apache, R. R., Stahura, K. A., & Hackenheimer, C. A. “Pros and Cons of Player Rating
Systems in Youth Sport” poster presented at AAHPERD Conference, March 2007 in Baltimore,
MD.
Apache, R. R. “Hands-on training using the AMSAT” presented at the Combined
Northwest and Southwest District AAHPERD conference. January 2007, Reno, Nevada.
Apache, R. R. “Sportsmanship Training: Part I” presented at the Combined Northwest and
Southwest District AAHPERD conference. January 2007, Reno, Nevada.
Apache, R. R. “Sportsmanship Training: Part II” presented at the Combined Northwest and
Southwest District AAHPERD conference. January 2007, Reno, Nevada.
#Apache, R. R. “Developmentally Appropriate Practice in an Inclusive Setting: Lesson
Planning for the Whole Class” presented at the 35th National Adapted Physical Education
Conference. Invited specifically to present this session due to strong response two years earlier.
November 2006, Los Angeles, California.
Apache, R. R. “Assessing Students with the Apache Motor Skills Assessment Test”,
November 2006 at 35th National Adapted Physical Education Conference in Los Angeles,
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*Apache, R. R. Stahura, K. A., Evans, C. S. “Creating Community Standards for Youth
Sports”, April 2006 at AAHPERD Conference in Salt Lake City.
*Apache, R. R., Campbell, Y. “ Reliability and Construct Validity of Advanced Motor Skills
Test” poster presentation April 2006 at AAHPERD Conference in Salt Lake City.
#Apache, R. R. “The State of Obesity and Strategies to Overcome the Problem” presented at
the Nevada State Association of School Nurses. March 2006. Las Vegas, Nevada. Keynote Speaker
*Apache, R. R. “Adapted Physical Education: From Kinesiology to Practical Application”
presented at the 2006 National Association for Kinesiology & Physical Education in Higher
Education Conference held January 4 – 7, 2006 in San Diego, CA
*Frierman, S., Apache, R. R., “Working together to educate parents and children involved in
youth sport” presented at the 2006 National Association for Kinesiology & Physical Education in
Higher Education Conference held January 4 – 7, 2006 in San Diego, CA
*Apache, R. R., Stahura, K. A., Charles Hackenheimer. “Building Bridges as a Consortium:
Academics Working with Practitioners for the Betterment of Community Sport and Recreation
Programs” presented at the 2006 National Association for Kinesiology & Physical Education in
Higher Education Conference held from January 4 – 7, 2006 in San Diego, CA
Daud, R., Stahura, K. A., Apache, R. R. “Patterns of Self-Identification and Social
Distinction among African American Male Youth in Sport” presented at the 2006 NAKPEHE
Conference held from January 4 – 7, 2006 in San Diego, CA
Stahura, K. A., Apache, R. R., Nelson, K. “Parental Influence on Sport Specialization:
Examining the Culture of Junior Golf “ poster presented at the 2006 NAKPEHE Conference held
from January 4 – 7, 2006 in San Diego, CA
* Apache, R. R. (2005, January). The state of teaching students with disabilities across a
very large school district. Research presentation at the Annual Conference of The National
Association for Kinesiology and Physical Education in Higher Education. Tucson, AZ.
*Apache, R.R. (2004, November). Providing motor skill development through problem-
solving. Research presentation at 33rd National Conference on Physical Activity for the Exceptional
Individual, Oakland, CA.
*Apache, R.R. (2004, November). Developmentally appropriate practice and an inclusive
PE class. Research presentation at 33rd National Conference on Physical Activity for the Exceptional
Individual, Oakland, CA.
*Apache, R. R. (2004, April). Correlates of physical activity patterns in students from low

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socio-economic households. Research presented at the AAHPERD National Convention &
Exposition, New Orleans, LA.
*Apache, R. R. (2004, February). Using technology to assist with assessments in adapted
physical education. Presentation at the 2004 Southwest Districts & The State of New Mexico
AAHPERD Convention, Albuquerque, NM.
*Apache, R. R. (2004, February). A systematic approach to implementing a developmentally
appropriate and inclusive lesson. Presented at the 2004 Southwest Districts & The State of New
Mexico AAHPERD Convention, Albuquerque, NM .
*Apache, R. R.(2004, January). The behavioral assessment of parents and coaches at youth
sport. Hally Beth Poindexter Young Scholar Award presentation at the National Association for
Physical Education in Higher Education conference, Clearwater, FL.
*Apache, R. R.(2004, January). Physical Activity and youth from low-socioeconomic
households. Research presented at the National Association for Physical Education in Higher
Education conference, Clearwater, FL.
*Apache, R. R.(2004, January). Youth sports: Actively engaging parents in the coaching
process. Research presented at the National Association for Physical Education in Higher Education
conference, Clearwater, FL.
#*Apache, R. R. (2003, October). Disability infusion learning modules for a physical
education core curriculum. Young Scholar Award Presentation at 48th Annual Conference of the
Western Colleges Physical Education Society, University of Reno, NV.
*Apache, R. R. (2003, October). Developing a distance education program in adapted
physical education. Research paper presented at the 48th Annual Conference of the Western College
Physical Education Society, University of Nevada, Reno.
*Apache, R. R. (2003, October). Active Learning in Motor Development Courses. Research
paper presented at 65th Annual Bay District Conference of the California Association for Health,
Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, San Jose University, San Jose, CA.
Holt, S., Balderson, D., Seaman, J., Sharpe, T., & Apache, R. R. (2003, October).
Description of a PETE corporate activity in a comprehensive university setting: The UNLV Center
for Sports Education Model. Presentation at National Association for Sport and Physical Education
National Conference at Baton Rouge, LA.
#*Apache, R. R. (2003, October). Visualizing a proactive response to student course
evaluations. Professional development seminar presented as part of the Teaching and Learning
Center programming at University of Nevada Las Vegas.

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#*Apache, R. R. (2003, April). Using interactive instruction to teach motor skill recognition
and remediation. Technology session presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation and Dance National Conference, Philadelphia, PA.
Landwer, G., & Apache, R. R. (2003, April). Maximizing substrate pathways for athletes.
Research session presented at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and
Dance National Conference, Philadelphia, PA.
*Apache, R. R. (2003, March). The infusion of disabilities issues into a core curriculum
through WebCT. Presentation at Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education,
International Conference in Albuquerque, NM
#*Apache, R. R. (2003, Feb. & April). Visualizing a proactive response to student course
#*Apache, R. R. (2003, January). YouthFirst: A travel from Theory to Practice. Presentation
at National Association for Physical Education in Higher Education, Long Beach, CA.
#*Apache, R. R. (2003, January). A Youth Sports Parent Behavior Assessment System.
Presentation at National Association for Physical Education in Higher Education, Long Beach, CA.
#*Apache, R. R. (2002, October). Visualizing a proactive response to student course
*Apache, R. R. (2002, October). The infusion of disability awareness in core physical
education courses. Research paper presented at the 47th Annual Conference of the Western College
Physical Education Society, University of Nevada, Reno.
#*Apache, R. R. (2002, October). A web-based tutorial on developing an individualized
education program. Technology session presented at the 3rd World Congress on Disabilities,
Orlando, FL.
#*Apache, R. R. (2002, October). An adapted aquatics curriculum and assessment
inventory. Paper presented at the 3rd World Congress on Disabilities, Orlando, FL.
#*Apache, R.R. (2002, February). Technology Integration at UNLV. Panel discussion
presented as part of Teaching and Learning Center programming at University of Nevada, Las
Vegas.
*Apache, R. R. (2001, October). Using digital technology in the pre-service training of
physical education teachers. Technology session presented at Learning Links Technology
Symposium at College of Education, University of Nevada, Reno.

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#Apache, R. R (2001, September). Using technology to supplement the teaching of adapted
physical education. Technology session presented at 2nd World Congress & Exposition on Disability,
Atlanta, GA.
#Apache, R. R. (2001, September). Activity-based intervention for preschoolers with
disabilities: How is it really done? Activity session presented at 2nd World Congress & Exposition
on Disability, Atlanta, GA.
*Apache, R. R. (2001, June). Activity-based intervention for preschoolers with disabilities.
Paper presented at Southwest District of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation & Dance, Park City, Utah.
*Apache, R. R. (2001, June). Adventure Challenge in adapted physical education. Paper
presented at Southwest District of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation
& Dance, Park city, Utah.
#Apache, R. R. (1999, April). Recruitment and retention of future professionals and
colleagues. Presented on behalf of Ethnic Minorities Council, AAALF at AAHPERD National
Convention & Exposition, Boston, MA.
#Apache, R. R. (1999, February). Graduate School: How, why or why not?. Presented on
behalf of Council of Future Professionals, AAALF at Midwest District of the American Alliance for
Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, Huntington, WV.
#Apache, R. R. (1999, February). Music education and adapted physical education: IEP,
rhythm, and movement. Paper presented at Research Colloquium Series, Department of Music
Education, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN.
*Weber, R., & *Apache, R.R. (1998, October). Kinematic measurement in adapted physical
activity: Should it be standardized so a body of knowledge can be developed?. Paper presented at the
meeting of the North American Federation for Adapted Physical Activity, Minneapolis, MN.
*Surburg, P. R., * Lewis, C., *Apache, R.R., & Woodard, R. (1998, October). Evolution of a
neurological assessment technique. Paper presented at the meeting of the North American
Federation for Adapted Physical Activity, Minneapolis, MN.
*Apache, R. R. (1998. March). Adventure challenge teamwork in adapted physical
education. Paper presented at 6th National Conference on Adapted Physical Activity, Macomb, IL.
*Apache, R. R. (1998, March). Activity-based intervention for preschoolers with disabilities:
Phase II. Paper presented at 6th National Conference on Adapted Physical Activity, Macomb, IL.
*Apache, R. R. (1997, April). A systematic application of activity-based intervention in
physical education programming for preschoolers with disabilities. Paper presented at 5th National
Conference on Adapted Physical Activity, Macomb, IL.

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Posters
*Apache, R. R. (2004, October). Developing Service Learning Opportunities for Physical
Education Students. Poster session presented at Western College of Physical Education Society,
Reno, NV.
*Apache, R. R. (2004, October). Helping Students Connect Concepts Throughout the Core
Physical Education Curriculum. Poster session presented at Western College of Physical Education
Society, Reno, NV.
*Apache, R. R., & Evans, C. S. (2004, April). Increasing physical activity in parent and child
through youth sports participation. Poster presented at the AAHPERD National Convention &
Exposition, New Orleans, LA.
*Apache, R. R., & Evans, C. S. (2004, April). Correlates of physical activity patterns of
students from low socio-economic households. Poster presented at the AAHPERD National
Convention & Exposition, New Orleans, LA.
*Apache, R. R. (2003, October). YouthFirst: Parents Learning about Youth Sports. Poster
session presented at Western Colleges of Physical Education Society, Reno, NV.
*Apache, R. R. (2003, October). Evaluating Parent and Coach Behavior at Youth Sports.
Poster session presented at Western Colleges of Physical Education Society, Reno, NV.
*Apache, R. R., Jackson, D. G., & Mattson, D. H. (2001, November). Responsiveness of
reaction time in multiple sclerosis. Poster session presented at Society for Neuroscience, San
Diego,CA
*Apache, R. R., Weber, R., & Folsom-Meek, S. (1999, May). Biomechanical
measurement in adapted physical activity: Will standardization improve the knowledge base?
Poster session presented at the 12th International Symposium for Adapted Physical Activity,
Barcelona, Spain.
*Apache, R. R. (1999, April). Activity-based intervention versus direct instruction for
preschool adapted physical education. Poster session presented at the AAHPERD National
Convention & Exposition, Boston, MA.
*Apache, R. R. (1998, April). Adapted aquatics curriculum and assessment. Poster
session presented at the AAHPERD National Convention & Exposition, Reno Nevada.
*Apache, R. R., Mattson, D. H., Surburg, P. R., & Jackson, D. G. (1998, November).
Correlational fractionated reaction times in ambulant multiple sclerosis patients. Poster session
presented at the Society of Neuroscience, Los Angeles, CA.
Workshops

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#Apache, R. R. (1999, November). A workshop for regular and adapted physical
educators (4-hours). Workshop conducted at annual meeting of the Indiana Association of
Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, Fort Wayne, IN.
#Apache, R. R. (1998, November). A systematic approach for implementing APE: A
workshop for APE and regular PE instructors. Workshop presented at the annual meeting of the
Indiana Association of Health, Physical education, Recreation, and Dance, Indianapolis, IN.
University-Based Presentations
Apache, R. R., & Landwer, G. (2004, May). Project CAMPFIRE. College of Education
Project THREAD Mini Grant Showcase, Las Vegas, NV.
Holt, S., Balderson, D., Seaman, J., Sharpe, T. L., & Apache, R. R. (2003, April).
Description of a PETE corporate activity in a comprehensive university setting: The UNLV
Center for Sports Education model. University of Nevada-Las Vegas Annual Graduate Student
Research Forum, Las Vegas, NV.
Balderson, D., Sharpe, T. L., Martin, M., Lander, G., & Apache, R. R. (2003, April).
Sports education and leadership program opportunities and scholarship activities at the
University of Nevada-Las Vegas. University of Nevada-Las Vegas Annual Graduate Student
Research Forum, Las Vegas, NV.
Professional Development
Current Professional Development courses completed while at UNLV in an effort to
improve teaching effectiveness.
Offered by the Teaching & Learning Center at UNLV
Regular Topics
Teaching at UNLV
Creating Web pages that Teach
Student, Teaching, and Learning
Digital Video in Teaching
Facilitating Learning Vs. Disseminating Knowledge
Thinking Outside the Lines about Feedback
Close Encounters of the Learner Centered Kind
How to Create Online Community
Giving Effective Feedback
Scholarship of Teaching
Practicing the Seven Principles of Good Teaching with Technology
Making your Course Complete
Cooperative Learning
Teaching as an Interpersonal Relationship
Fair Assessment of Student Learning
Top Ways to Involve Students in Online Conferencing

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Designing Web-based Assignments: The Web Quest Model
Bad Examples and Trick Questions
Critical Thinking at UNLV
In a World That is Information Rich, Teach Information Smart
Technology Integration at UNLV
Visualizing a Proactive Response to Student Course Evaluations
Panel Discussion on Copyright Issues in Education
Calibrated Peer Review (CPR)
Research-based Principles of Good Teaching
Learning Styles & Teaching Styles
Classroom Assessment Techniques
Teaching Portfolios
Building a Better Test
Copyright Issues in Higher Education
Problem-based Learning
Research Assignment Design
Time Management for Faculty
Hands-on Workshops
WebCT - Organizing course content
WebCT - Using the Bulletin Board and Dialog Tools
Transitioning to WebCT Version 3
WebCT - Quizzes & Surveys
WebCT - Course and Student Management
Supporting a Large Class with WebCT
Creating a PowerPoint Presentation for the Classroom
Creating and Using Digital Video
Creating a Web Site 1
Finding New Content for your WebCT Course
Creating .pdf Files using Adobe Acrobat
Working with Electronic Images
Using Respondus Lite to Create WebCT quizzes
Student Presentations
Teaching with PowerPoint
Offered by Project THREAD, College of Education
Working with a Mobile Lab, Wireless Connectivity and File Sharing
MS Producer for PowerPoint: Enabling New Ways to Communicate and Share
Information
Spreadsheets - Sorting and Filtering
Output Solutions: Hardware, Media, Web
Teaching Workshops

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Red Rock Great Teaching Retreat
Feb. 6-8, 2003 Kanab, Utah
Course Development
New Courses Developed
PED 468 Assessment in Adapted Physical Education
PED 726 Adapted Physical Education for Developmental Disabilities
PED 727 Adapted Physical Education for Permanent and Chronic Disabilities
PED 728 Evaluation Techniques in Adapted Physical Education
PED 730 Motor Learning Theories for the Exceptional Individual
PED 780 Colloquium in Sports Education Leadership
PED 799 Dissertation in Sports education Leadership
PED 798 Dissertation Prospectus
WebCT – Web Campus Course Sites Developed and Taught
PED 288 Teaching Individual Sports
PED 287 Teaching Fitness Activities
PED 295 Introduction to Coaching
PED 320 Motor Development
PED 337 Movement Experiences for Preschool and Primary Grades
PED 338 Movement Experiences for Elementary Grades
PED 350 Psychology of Coaching
PED 465 Introduction to Adapted Physical Education
PED 466 Methods of Teaching Special Physical Education
PED 467 Assessment in Adapted Physical Education
PED 000 Infusion of Disability Issues in PE Core Curriculum Courses
PED 715 Supervision in PE
PED 720 Trends and Current Topics in Physical Education and Sport
PED 726 Adapted Physical Education for Developmental Disabilities*
PED 727 Adapted PE for Permanent and Chronic Disabilities*
PED 728 Evaluation Techniques in Adapted Physical Education*
PED 730 Motor Learning Theories for the Exceptional Individual*
PED 750 Biophysical Foundations of Sport & Physical Education
 Courses offered through Distance Education as part of Adapted Physical Education
Endorsement Program developed.
Service
University Service
Campus Management System Coordination Committee (Jan. 2006 – present)

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Committee meets monthly to discuss all issues related to courses on campus, from WebCampus,
Teaching & Learning Center support, OIT support, Distance Education, Library support and integration
with Registrar and other online management systems.
“Intensive Introduction to Teaching Workshop” hosted by the UNLV Teaching & Learning
Center August 2007. Made presentation on “Continuous Learning Assessment”.
“How to Use Web Campus & Professor & Student Relationships”. Presentation made to Center
for Academic Enrichment & outreach program for their university student clients. March 2007.
“How to Use Technology at UNLV”. Presentation made to Center for Academic Enrichment &
outreach program for their university student clients. March 2006.
Board of Directors, The UNLV Teaching & Learning Center (Appointed August 2004 –
December 2006).
MSU and Student Recreation Center Project Committees (Appointed October 2003 – July
2006). Student Life Facility Project Committee appointment by Rebecca Mills, Vice-President for
Student Life.
GA Excellence in Teaching Awards Selection Committee. (2003 & 2005)
The University of Nevada-Las Vegas Teaching and Learning Center.
College Service
Curriculum & Instruction Search Committees (2002 – present)
Social Studies (Jesus Garcia)
Social Studies –Elementary (2004 -2007)
Dean Search Committee (2004-05)
Multicultural and Diversity Committee (2003-present)
Serving as one of 3 Editors for the new Journal of Praxis in Multicultural Education
(Premier issue Feb. 2007). My efforts include coordinating the move toward a journal,
acquiring the ISSN, developing the call for papers, author guidelines and coordinating the
review of manuscripts received. Process began early 2006 with the initial call for papers
going out in March 2006 with reviews commencing summer 2006.
Principal author of Multicultural Education Center proposal approved by Board of

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Regents, March 2004.
Principal author of Planning Initiative Award submission, January, 2004 & 2005.
Not funded.
Distance Education Committee (2003-5)
Chair, 2004-05
Technology and Computer Education Committee (2004-06)
Chair, 2004-05
College of Education Assessment System (2004-06)
Curriculum Committee (2004-06)
Graduate Studies Committee (2004-06)
COE Merit Review Committee (2005 & 2006)
Committee Chair, 2006
COE Ad-Hoc Committee – Collaboration (2004-05)
National Youth Sports Program (2003- )
Research and Instructional Coordinator
Developed complete set of instructional sport lesson plans (8 sports) for the various age
groups including assessments for all student participants and evaluations of the
instructional staff.
Department Service (by default all SEL faculty are included in all committees)
SEL Curriculum Committee
SEL Graduate Faculty
SEL Merit Review Committee
Director, The Center for Sports Education. Activities included: conducting 48 training sessions
on YouthFirst for parents and coaches, conducting 16 YouthFirst family Nights for parents and their
children involved with youth sports, coordinating the efforts of the Southern Nevada Consortium for
Youth Sports such as monthly Board of Director meetings and monthly newsletters. The Center
publishes The Journal of Youth Sports, and maintains 2 websites: www.youthfirst.info, &
www.unlv.edu/centers/sportseducation Founder and Director 2003 – Summer 2007.
Editor, The Journal of Youth Sports. Publishes twice a year and is a peer-reviewed journal.
Community Service
YouthFirst: Parents Learning about Youth Sports (2002 -)

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In collaboration with the City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department have conducted parent
training sessions to educate the parents on and improve the communication behaviors of parents and
coaches involved with youth sports. A website as been developed and maintained to support the efforts
of both parent and coach in creating a fun and positive environment for youth involved in youth sports.
Fall 2002 1000 parents/coaches trained through 27 orientation sessions.
Spring 2003 1100 parents/coaches trained through 24 orientation sessions.
Summer 2003 650 parents/coaches trained through 17 orientation sessions.
New Horizons Academy Charter School (2002 - ) Professional Development School
A collaborative venture was taken to use New Horizons as a professional development site for students
in the adapted physical education courses. Through assistance of the Academy’s cooperating physical
educator, students are provided with a hands-on environment in which to practice skills taught in class.
Students acquire experience working with students with disabilities in a supportive environment.
All-American Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Las Vegas (2003 - )
Developed three exercise programs for clients with multiple sclerosis through collaborative activities of
several local entities.
Home-based exercise programs for clients with multiple sclerosis.
Weekly group-based exercise programs.
Weekly aquatic exercise programs at HealthSouth Rehabilitation Center.
Grants
1.“The Institute for Multicultural Education and Diversity Training”
UNLV Office of the President
Received: September 2007
Amount Funded: $150,000.00 over 2 years
Development of an Institute for Multicultural Education and Diversity Training to serve the
campus, community, and state. Part of an 8-member group developing the Institute from the
ground up.
2. “The Southern Nevada Consortium for Youth Sports and Fitness”
UNLV Planning Initiative Award
Received: July, 2004
Amount Funded: $9500.00

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Development of a consortium of regional public and private entities providing service to youth
sports. Consortium will act as clearinghouse and resource center to foster collaboration, and
services throughout Southern Nevada.
3. “Project CAMPFIRE”
UNLV New Investigator’s Award
Received: May 2003
Development of a gross motor assessment test utilizing the skill performance of 1500 school-
aged children. Task requires videotaping students performing basic fundamental skills and then
evaluating the performances for qualitative measurable outcomes.
4. “Integrating Movement Analysis Across the PE Program” (Co-PI Jerry Landwer)
Project THREAD Mini-Grant
Received: May 2003
Support for developing a web-based curriculum to integrate the many courses in the physical
education program that utilize muscular and skeletal evaluation and related sports activity.
5. “A Collaborative Effort to Increase Physical Activity in Parent and Child Through Youth Sports”
National Association for Sport & Physical Education
Received: November, 2002
Submission was for seed money to implement a program for parents and their children
involved in youth sports.
6. “Learning Modules for Infusing Information on Disability Throughout PE Core Curriculum”
University of Nevada, Las Vegas; College of Education
Project THREAD Mini-grant
Received: May 2002
Submission was for support towards the building of a WebCT site to host individual Learning
Modules for Infusing information on disabilities throughout the PE core curriculum.
7. “Project CAMPFIRE”
University of Nevada, Las Vegas; College of Education
Project THREAD Mini-grant
Received: May, 2001
Submission was the development of video segments for online teaching of movement skill
recognition and remediation by preservice physical education majors.
8. Research Grant-in-aid
Indiana University; Research and the University Graduate School

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Received August, 1998
Amount funded: $850.00
Submission intended to secure funding for electronic equipment needed for on-going research
on reaction time. This allowed the preliminary studies on reaction time in multiple sclerosis
patients.
9. “Fractionated reaction time as a secondary outcome measure in multiple sclerosis clinical studies”
Pilot Research Project; PP0639
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, New York, NY
Received October, 1998
Amount funded: $27,500.00
Submission was a collaborative project between the Neurology Outpatient Clinic at Indiana
University Medical Center, and the Department of Kinesiology at Indiana University.
10. “Evaluation of the effectiveness of healthcare interventions”
Doctoral Dissertation Fellowships for MS Health Care Delivery and Policy Research
Received January, 1999
Amount funded: $15,000.00
Submission was an application for funding to assist with the completion of my doctoral research
in the area of reaction time in multiple sclerosis patients.
11. “Determining the effects of rehabilitation following acute relapses in multiple sclerosis”
Education Research Grant
Teva Marion Partners (Pharmaceutical company involved in MS research)
Received March, 1999
Amount funded: $3000.00
Submission was directed to a pharmaceutical company with which the Neurology Outpatient
Clinic was involved in clinical drug trials. Funding was received for support costs of phone
calls, and clinic room rental.
Grants not funded
1. “Project LEARN”
Co-PI’s: RR Apache & Pam Salazar
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Special Education
Amount requested: $1,303,921.00
Submission was in response to call for proposals to development of a Principal Leadership
training program to improve services toward inclusive settings.
2.. “Randomized controlled trial of rehabilitation in the treatment of residual disability following acute
relapses of MS”
PI: RR Apache
Health Care Delivery and Policy Research Committee

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Amount requested: $380,544
Submission was in response to an accepted letter of intent, and subsequent letter inviting a final
proposal. This was an extremely competitive grant and unfortunately we did not receive final
funding approval after making the cut through three rounds.

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