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MARC ACSM Annual Meeting
November 1-2, 2024
Lancaster, PA
Program-at-Glance Keynote
Click here for a program at a glance
Full Program
available here (10 CEUs offered!)
2024 MARC Conference Program - Final (pdf version)

President's Welcome Address
For conference details, please visit the annual meeting page.

Annual meeting registration is now open!
Click here
to register (early bird registration ends October 10th, register early before prices go up)
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Penn State College of Medicine and Mid-Atlantic Regional Chapter of American College of Sports Medicine (MARC-ACSM). Penn State College of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Penn State College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 7.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Special Group Rate for Hotel Reservation Site is now available!
2024 MARC ACSM Annual Meeting
Start Date: Thursday, October 31, 2024
End Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024
Special Group Rate Extended until Thursday, October 14, 2024!
Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square for 155 USD per night

Book your group rate for 2024 MARC ACSM Annual Meeting

Lancaster Marriott



Registration for the EXPO and Graduate Fair is now open!
The EXPO and Graduate Fair will be held Friday, November 1st from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm. 
Click here to see the Registration link


For questions about the 2024 EXPO of Graduate Fair, please reach out to Brian Larouere (blarouere@setonhill.edu).

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Registration for the EXPO and Graduate Fair is now open!
The EXPO and Graduate Fair will be held Friday, November 1st from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm. 
Click here to see the Registration link


T-Shirt/Polo Sale

Last chance to order before MARC logos go away 
Order NOW while supplies last! (Discounts available for multiple purchases)
Click here to order.
*Shirts will be ready to pick up at the registration desk during MARC ACSM Annual Meeting (11/1)

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Congratulations to:
2023 College Bowl Winners:
Shane Phillips, Kristen Green, Mateo Gonzalez (New York Institute of Technology)
Alternate: Bernie Acevedo
Faculty rep- Mr. Alexander Rothstein

2023 College Bowl Winners 2

2023 H. Scott Kieffer Service Award:
Dr. Melissa Reed (West Chester University)

2023 Early-Stage Investigator Award:
Masoud Maghaddam (University of Maryland Eastern Shore)

2023 ACSM President’s Cup:
Michael R. Perlet (Montclair State University)

2023 Doctoral Student Investigator Award:
Jocelyn M. Delgado (Pennsylvania State University)
Nominees:
Emily Blake, University of Maryland
Michele N. D'Agata, University of Delaware
Jocelyn M. Delgado, Pennsylvania State University
James M. Heilman, University of Maryland
Nicholas A. Rizzi, University of Delaware

2023 Masters Student Investigator Award:
Michael R. Perlet (Montclaire State University)
Nominees:
Bilal A. Chaudhry, Rutgers University
Kat G. Fisher, Pennsylvania State University
Varan J Patel, University of Pittsburgh
Michael R. Perlet, Montclair State University
Serena A. Schade, University of Delaware

2023 Mathew Kerner Undergraduate Student Investigator Award:
Makenzie L. Rattigan (University of Delaware)
Nominees:
Alexandra Dembeck, Slippery Rock University
Morgan T. Fique, Towson University
Makenzie L. Rattigan, University of Delaware
Amber L. Whittaker, Salisbury University
Zeyi Wu, Syracuse University

Undergraduate Student Poster
1st - Makenna Isles, Grove City College
2nd - Amanda Butz, McDaniel College
3rd - Meghan Hudson, Grove City College; Kendall Nester, East Stroudsburg University

Masters Student Poster
1st - Brian G. Josephson, SUNY Upstate Medical University; Sarah Dellett, Syracuse University
2nd -
3rd - Virginia Content, Pennsylvania State University

Doctoral Student Poster
1st - Ana Carla Salumunes, Pennsylvania State University
2nd - Sara Mascone, University of Maryland
3rd - Gabriel Pena, University of Maryland

Special Thank you to all the sponsors who supported MARC ACSM!:

Parvo Medics
Moravian University
AMTI
Drexel University Health Sciences
Lebanon Valley College
Messiah University, Master of Science Athletic Training
Messiah University, Doctor of Physical Therapy
Messiah University, Master of Occupational Therapy
Neumann University
Slippery Rock University
Hologic
MGC Diagnostics
Xsensor
ATCOR
COSMED
Canisius College
Drexel University Health Sciences
East Stroudsburg University
Gannon University
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Ithaca College
Kean University
Lebanon Valley College
Liberty University
Merrimack College
Messiah University
Montclair State University
Palmer College of Chiropractic
Parker University Chiropractic
PennWest Edinboro
Saint Francis University
Seton Hill University
SUNY Cortland
Syracuse Falk College
The George Washington University
University of Delaware
University of Maryland College Park
University of Pittsburgh - Neuromuscular Research Lab
University of Pittsburgh - School of Education
West Chester University
West Liberty University
American University
Mary Baldwin University
Marywood University

ACSM American Fitness Index (2023 Summary Report)
 

Congratulations to the new ACSM fellows in the region!:
Michael Bruneau, Jr., Ph.D. (Drexel University)
Nancy Glynn, Ph.D. (University of Pittsburgh)
Stephen Ives, Ph.D. (Skidmore College)
Anthony Kontos, Ph.D. (University of Pittsburgh)
Cayce Onks, D.O. (Penn State Health)
Tim Werner, Ph.D. (Salisbury University)




Request for ACSM Fellowship Mentors:
ACSM SHI-Women is seeking mentors within the regional chapter in order to assist the SHI Women in building its mentoring program. Click Women to Fellowship Program Pathway infographic PP5 for more information.



2 Webinars, a Salon and the PAA Newsletter

May 7, 2024

ACSM’s From Around Field science series open to students

ACSM’s From Around the Field science webinar series is designed to provide ACSM students and members an opportunity to learn more about the diverse science our members conduct. Join us for informal discussions with our ACSM members to hear more about the topics they study, the general research methodology they use and some of the interesting results their work is generating. In May, Dr. Mottola, from the University of Western Ontario in London, Canada, will outline the latest guidelines for exercise during pregnancy and provide key factors for exercise recommendations and prescription. The presentation will provide tools to use for screening before exercise and will end with how to promote physical activity for pregnant individuals in daily life.  Join us on May 16 from noon to 1 p.m. EDT for this interesting discussion. If you can’t join us live, register and we will send you the recording. Free for ACSM members.

Register Here

APS hosts “Molecular Signals Mediate Increases in Muscle Size and Function” webinar

The American Physiological Society (APS) and Aurora Scientific will feature Dr. Bert Blaauw from the University of Padua in Italy for a webinar on skeletal muscle regulatory pathways and approaches to tackle muscle deficits for therapy. Dr. Blaauw will present a detailed exploration on the misconception that muscle mass and size are synonymous, explaining that increased size doesn’t always mean enhanced function. The presentation will also cover which intracellular processes are important in increasing muscle function, how muscle activity/exercise impinges on some of these processes and a strategic workflow to identify and address muscle deficits in dysfunctional muscles — a key step for targeted therapeutic interventions. Visit the APS website to learn more and register for this event on May 14 at 11 a.m. EDT. 

FASEB Dataworks! hosts “Managing Research Data Across Multiple Data Repositories” salon

In May, the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB) will host a salon to aid researchers navigating federal funder requirements and implementing best practices for managing research data across various formats and repositories. The presentation will feature published datasets, case studies and research projects in multiple formats from data repository experts and best practices for sharing data. Register here to join this free event on May 23 at 1:00 p.m. EDT. 

Physical Activity Alliance April Newsletter

The mission of the Physical Activity Alliance (PAA) is to lead efforts to create, support and advocate policy and system changes that enable all Americans to enjoy physically active lives. The PAA April Newsletter is now available, or visit the PAA website for more information. 

Contact Us

MARC ACSM Office
Stephen LoRusso, PhD
Executive Director
executive@marcacsm.org

Connect with Us

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@MARCACSM

2 Webinars, a Salon and the PAA Newsletter

May 7, 2024

ACSM’s From Around Field science series open to students

ACSM’s From Around the Field science webinar series is designed to provide ACSM students and members an opportunity to learn more about the diverse science our members conduct. Join us for informal discussions with our ACSM members to hear more about the topics they study, the general research methodology they use and some of the interesting results their work is generating. In May, Dr. Mottola, from the University of Western Ontario in London, Canada, will outline the latest guidelines for exercise during pregnancy and provide key factors for exercise recommendations and prescription. The presentation will provide tools to use for screening before exercise and will end with how to promote physical activity for pregnant individuals in daily life.  Join us on May 16 from noon to 1 p.m. EDT for this interesting discussion. If you can’t join us live, register and we will send you the recording. Free for ACSM members.

Register Here

APS hosts “Molecular Signals Mediate Increases in Muscle Size and Function” webinar

The American Physiological Society (APS) and Aurora Scientific will feature Dr. Bert Blaauw from the University of Padua in Italy for a webinar on skeletal muscle regulatory pathways and approaches to tackle muscle deficits for therapy. Dr. Blaauw will present a detailed exploration on the misconception that muscle mass and size are synonymous, explaining that increased size doesn’t always mean enhanced function. The presentation will also cover which intracellular processes are important in increasing muscle function, how muscle activity/exercise impinges on some of these processes and a strategic workflow to identify and address muscle deficits in dysfunctional muscles — a key step for targeted therapeutic interventions. Visit the APS website to learn more and register for this event on May 14 at 11 a.m. EDT. 

FASEB Dataworks! hosts “Managing Research Data Across Multiple Data Repositories” salon

In May, the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB) will host a salon to aid researchers navigating federal funder requirements and implementing best practices for managing research data across various formats and repositories. The presentation will feature published datasets, case studies and research projects in multiple formats from data repository experts and best practices for sharing data. Register here to join this free event on May 23 at 1:00 p.m. EDT. 

Physical Activity Alliance April Newsletter

The mission of the Physical Activity Alliance (PAA) is to lead efforts to create, support and advocate policy and system changes that enable all Americans to enjoy physically active lives. The PAA April Newsletter is now available, or visit the PAA website for more information. 

About Us

We aim to foster the professional and educational development of students and to promote the dissemination of health and exercise related information from ACSM National through the scientific resources within MARC.

Membership

Joining the Mid-Atlantic ACSM Chapter ensures easy access and close-to-home educational, professional, and networking opportunities. Members gain access to programs and opportunities in a smaller and more personal environment. Whether it's building knowledge, building networks or building careers, MARC-ACSM can you get there! 

Make the most of your chapter membership-
  • Share your research & present at meetings
  • Connect with like-minded professionals & students
  • Access funding opportunities 
  • Advance your education through first-rate educational offerings
  • Volunteer & serve to get connected and give back
  • Gain exposure to a variety of sports medicine & exercise science professions

Chapter Leaders

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Stephen LoRusso, PhD

Executive Director
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Joohee Sanders, PhD

Associate Executive Director
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Emily Sauers, PhD, FACSM

Past President
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Rian Q. Landers-Ramos, PhD, CSCS

President
Sushant Ranadive

Sushant Mohan Ranadive, PhD

President-elect
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Peter Hosick, PhD, FACSM

Vice President
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Brian Larouere, PhD

Member at Large

Meghan Ramick, PhD

Member at Large
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Christopher Harnish, PhD

Member at Large

Steven M. Prior, PhD, FGSA

Member at Large

Stephanie Carey, MD

Physician at Large
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Joseph Andrie, MD

Physician at Large
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Sara Campbell, PhD, FACSM

ACSM Regional Representative
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Racine R. Emmons, PhD

Secretary
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Jay Garrels, PhD

New Jersey State Representative
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Jason Metz, PhD

West Virginia State Representative
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Justin Faller, PhD

New York State Representative
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Jim Roberts, PhD

Pennsylvania State Representative
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Stephen Ives, PhD

New York State Representative
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Melissa Witman, PhD

Delaware State Representative
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Timothy Werner

Maryland State Representative
Kyle Pietro

Kyle Pietro

Student Representative
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Cynthia Weiner

Student Representative