WILMA RUDOLPH

Human bodies (whether in motion or not) do not exist in a cultural or historical vacuum. Dr. Rita Liberti's passion and research interests include interrogating how/why movement experiences are shaped by, as well shape, specific historical and cultural movements. Specific research interests include 20th Century African American women's sport/physical activity history.  After years of research Dr. Liberti has recently (May 15 release) published a book on Wilma Rudolph and will share some of the stories about her.

Education

• BS Health and Physical Education; Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
• M.Ed Athletic Administration; Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
• PhD Sport Studies; University of Iowa