University of Connecticut
Leadership Office
Leadership Legacy Speaker Series
Presents
Concussions: Where Science, Sports, and Society Converge
A discussion moderated by:
Dr. Anthony Alessi
Featuring panelists:
Dr. Joanne Conover, Dr. Douglas Casa,
and Concussion Activist Dorothy Bedford
Wednesday, April 9, 5:00pm
Laurel Hall Room 102
Storrs, CT
The University of Connecticut’s Leadership Legacy Experience is pleased to host a panel moderated by Dr. Anthony Alessi exploring the consequences of severe and repetitive brain trauma due to violent collision sports. Alessi, along with panelists Dr. Joanne Conover, Dr. Douglas Casa, and Ms. Dorothy Bedford will discuss the neurological impact brain trauma has on cognitive abilities and emotional management, and the implications these findings have on the future of sports and in our society. Dr. Alessi is an Associate Clinical Professor of Neurology and Adjunct Professor of Kinesiology specializing in general neurology, neuromuscular diseases, EMG and sports neurology. Dr. Conover is an Associate Professor of Physiology and Neurobiology at UConn. Dr. Casa is a Professor of Kinesiology and Chief Operating Officer of the Korey Stringer Institute at UConn. And, Dorothy Bedford is a parent and activist in the field of concussion education. This event will be held on Wednesday, April 9th, at 5:00pm in Room 102 of Laurel Hall on the University of Connecticut, Storrs campus.
Admission to this event is free. All members of the community are welcome to attend this lecture.
Guided by its core principles, the Leadership Office at the University of Connecticut facilitates educational and experiential initiatives that challenge individuals and organizations to explore, strengthen, and elevate their character, leadership and ability to contribute as global citizens. The Leadership Legacy Experience is the University’s most prestigious leadership development program; through lectures, discussions and presentations, the Leadership Legacy Speaker Series offers the campus community access to renowned scholars and leaders who explore critical issues of the day.
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