In this episode of Core Conversations, hosts Cortlyn Raynes and Haley Hasty, second year DPT students, join guest Sydnée Jacques, M.Ed. for a discussion on black athlete identity and racism in sports. Sydnée is a former collegiate track and field athlete from Temple University, where she received her BA in Psychology and a Masters of Education in Counseling. She currently works as a learning specialist at Temple University, integrating her passion for helping student athletes navigate challenges on the field and inside the classroom. Listen in as they discuss the latest in the 2021 Olympic trials, navigating injuries and setbacks facing student athletes, and how educators and physical therapists can go the extra mile to make connections with their athletes and patients. As always, Cortlyn, Haley, and Sydnée wrap up the episode by reflecting on what’s good in life. Check out the links below for further perspectives on the intersection of discrimination and athletic identity.
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This podcast is produced by the University of Florida Doctor of Physical Therapy Class of 2022 DEI Student Committee, a subcommittee of the Student Physical Therapy Association. The content does not represent the opinions of the University of Florida, the College of Public Health and Health Professions or the Department of Physical Therapy. This episode of Core Conversations was hosted by Cortlyn Raynes and Haley Hasty with special guest Sydnée Jacques. Our production manager is Casey Jackson. Our marketing and department liaisons are Justus Norman, Ally Marcy, and Breanne Stefan. Our speaker coordination and recruitment chairs are Monique Deveaux and Rachel Castor. Our research coordinators are Haley Hasty and Cortlyn Raynes. Original music created for Core Conversations by DJ Ricky D.