Dr. Kim R. Beason Celebrates 25 Years Of Service to HESRM

Kim R. Beason is Professor of Park and Recreation Management, Coordinator of the Park and Recreation Degree Program, and Director of the Senior Adult Aquatic Program. Dr. Beason received his Ed.D. from the University of Arkansas in 1990. Dr. Beason began his academic career in 1989 at the University op Mississippi. Dr. Beason has presented and published numerous times on the effects of aquatic exercise on older adults. He also has acted as consultant to the Fantasy Sport Industry and conducted consumer behavior and marketing research. He has obtained funding from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, USDA Forest Service, National Safe Coating Council and other service organizations. Dr. Beason serves on advisory boards for several businesses and the American Red Cross. Dr. Beason teaches graduate and undergraduate research and evaluation, programming and management courses.

The department of Health, Exercise Science and Recreation Management (HESRM) would like to show appreciation for Dr. Kim R. Beason and celebrate his 25 years of service to our department. The department appreciates the many years of dedication, research and education provided to both students and staff members of HESRM.