345Thursday, April 2, 2009
8:45 AM-10:00 AMTampa Convention Center:1-2
NASPE/Research/Social Sciences
Sport, Activity, and the Presidency: An Anecdotal Retrospect
This session explores the role of sport and physical activity within the American presidency. Themes include the use of sport in image-making, the great (and not so great) outdoorsmen, first ladies and their activity, and, presidential surprises. Through the use of narration and slides, this light-hearted presentation will entertain history buffs and novices alike.
Keyword(s): interdisciplinary, sport topics
Speaker: Lisa A. Pleban, Castleton State College (VT), Castleton, VT

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