Faculty and Staff Profiles

• Ph.D. Curriculum and Instruction/Health Education - Kent State University - 2003
• M.A. Sport Pedagogy - Kent State University - 1991
• B.A. Physical Education K-12 - University of Northern Colorado - 1979

• Professor, School of Health Studies - University of Memphis - 2007-2023
• Coordinator, Health, Physical Education, and Lifetime Wellness, Curriculum and Professional Development/Academic Affairs - Memphis City Schools - 2004-2007
• Assistant Professor/Clinical Instructor, Human Movement Sciences and Education/College of Education - University of Memphis - 2001-2004
• Teacher/Coach, Physical Education/Lower School - St. Mary's Episcopal School, Memphis, TN - 1995-2000
• Adjunct Faculty, Human Movement Sciences and Education/College of Education - University of Memphis - 1994-1995
• Assistant Project Director, Comprehensive School Health Grant, Adult Counseling, Health and Vocational Education/College of Education - Kent State University - 1992-1994
• Adjunct Faculty, Physical Education/School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation - Kent State University - 1991-1992
• Graduate Assistant, Physical Education/School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation - Kent State University - 1990-1991
• Teacher/Coach, Physical Education - Milliken MS/Weld County RE-5J, Johnstown, CO - 1989-1990
• Teacher, Physical Education - Heath JHS/Weld County 6 School District/Greeley, CO - 1988-1989
• Teacher/Coach, Physical Education and Health - Cass Lake Elementary and HS/Cass Lake, MN - 1986-1988
• Teacher/Coach, Science, Health, and Physical Education - Milliken MS, Weld County RE-5J, Johnstown, CO - 1984-1985
• Teacher/Coach, Physical Education, Science and Health, Social Studies, Language Arts - Westminster Elementary/Scott Carpenter JHS/Clear Lake JHS/Adams County #50 School District/ Westminster, CO - 1979-1984

• Make a Splash Hero - USA Swimming Foundation - 2019
• Faculty Affiliate-Outstanding Contributions - Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Justice at the University of Memphis - 2016
• Excellence in Engaged Scholarship Award- Nominated - University of Memphis - 2014
• Harold Love Outstanding Community Involvement Award- Nominated - Tennessee Higher Education Commission - 2011
• Effective Board Service Training - Volunteer Memphis - 2008
• Model Submitted Article - AAHPERD/JOPERD - 2004
• Graduate Student of the Year-Nominated - Kent State University - 1994

• HMSE 7996 Thesis - University of Memphis
• PETE 7950 Special/Applied Project in Physical Education Teacher Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 7501 Advanced Organization and Analysis of Instruction in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 7205 Issues in Urban Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 7204 Instructional Supervision in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 7203 Learner Assessment and Program Evaluation in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 7202 Advanced Analysis of Curriculum Models in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 7201 Theoretical and Instructional Models in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 7152 Special Problems in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 7007 Advanced Clinical Practicum - University of Memphis
• PETE 7006 Instruction in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 7003 Principles of Teaching Individual and Team Sports - University of Memphis
• PETE 7001 Applied Scientific Principles in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 4909 Student Teaching Seminar in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 4800 Student Teaching in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 4701 Residency II Practicum in PE and Wellness - University of Memphis
• PETE 4601 Residency II Seminar in PE and Wellness - University of Memphis
• PETE 4501 Residency I Practicum in PE and Wellness - University of Memphis
• PETE 4300/4301 Curriculum and Integrated Learning in Secondary Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 4200: Curriculum and Integrated Learning in Elementary Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 3800 Instructional Strategies in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• PETE 2003: Skill Competence in Individual Sports - University of Memphis
• PETE 3604: Teaching Physical Education and Health for K-MS - University of Memphis
• PETE 2002: Skill Competence in Team Sports - University of Memphis
• PETE 2001: Skills in Individual Fitness and Applications to Teaching - University of Memphis
• PETE 2000 Introduction to Physical Education Teacher Educaiton - University of Memphis
• EXSS 7905: Curriculum in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• EXSS 7904: Instruction in Physical Education - University of Memphis
• EXSS 3604: Teaching Exercise and Sport Science, K-Elementary - University of Memphis
• EXSS 3306: School Health, Safety, and First Aid - University of Memphis
• PEP 49526: Student Teaching in Physical Education - Kent State University
• PEP 15015: Development and Analysis of Individual Sports Skills - Kent State University
• PEP 10907: Intermediate Tennis - Kent State University
• PEP 10904: Beginning Tennis - Kent State University
• PEP 10204: Beginning Badminton - Kent State University

• Healthy Conversations: Make a Splash Mid-South-Teaching a Community to Swim - 2021 - University of Memphis, College of Health Sciences -  
• Curriculum Maps for Physical Education K-12 - 2015 - Chicago, IL - United Neighborhood Organization Charter School Network
• Make a Splash Mid-South/Splash Mid-South "Learn to Swim" Program - 2009-14 - City of Memphis and YMCA Pools - Splash Mid-South
• Conference USA-Nike GO Mens and Womens Basketball Tournament - 2006-09 & 2012 - Memphis City Schools Elementary/Middle Schools - MCS/Conference USA/Nike
• I Have a Dream: Diversity in Swimming Meet - 2010 - University of Memphis Pool - Make a Splash Mid-South
• I Have a Dream: Diversity in Swimming Meet - 2009 - Univesity of Memphis Pool - Make a Splash Mid-South
• Revision of District Physical Education Curriculum - 2009-10 - Memphis City Schools - Memphis City Schools
• Revision-Family Life and HIV Prevention Education Curriculum - 2007 - Memphis City Schools - Memphis City Schools
• Nike GO/Let's Play Field Day - 2007-2009 - University of Memphis Campus - Nike/MCS/University of Memphis
• Healthy Choices Week - 2005-2009 - Memphis Area - Memphis City Schools/HMCT/Urban Child Institute
• MCS Character Education Resource - 2005-2007 - Memphis City Schools, Memphis, TN - Memphis City Schools
• Revision of District Physical Education Curriculum - 1994 - Bay Village, OH - Bay Village School District
• Revision of District Physical Education Curriculum - 1988 - Cass Lake Elementary - Cass Lake/Bena MN School District
• Human Growth and Development Curriculum - 1985 - Milliken CO Middle School - Weld County CO School District RE-5J

• Factors Impacting Swimming Participation and Competence - USA Swimming Foundation - $49,400.00 - 2017-18
• Examination of the State of Tennessee Physical Education Student Growth Measures - Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance - $500.00 - 2016-17
• Neurophysiological and Psychological Correlates of mTBI in Young Athletes (Co-I) - Shainberg Foundation-Lebonheur Neuroscience & Semmes-Murphey - $20,000.00 - 2015-16
• Factors Associated with Pathway from Beginning Swimming to Competitive Swimming for Minority Participants (PI) - USA Swimming - $12,000.00 - 2013-18
• An Autonomy-Supportive Intervention on Physical Education Motivation and Physical Activity (Co-I) - AAHPERD Research Consortium - $5,000.00 - 2013-14
• Healthy Home Court: Family Fitness Challenge (Co-I) - Memphis Grizzlies - $7,500.00 - 2012-13
• Constraints Impacting Minority Participation in Swimming-Phase II (PI) - USA Swimming - $59,500.00 - 2010-12
• Head Start Body Start Evaluation (Co-I) - Head Start-AAHPERD - $370,000.00 - 2009-11
• Constraints Impacting Minority Participation in Swimming (Co-I) - USA Swimming - $51,463.00 - 2007-09
• Coordinated School Health Program (Co-PI) - State of Tennessee - $180,000.00 - 2006-07
• Healthy Choices Week (PI) - Urban Child Institute - $10,000.00 - 2006
• Minnesota Artist in Residence Grant (PI) - State of Minnesota - $1,000.00 - 1987
• Splash Mid-South "Learn to Swim" Program (PI) - Benjamin L. Hooks Center for Social Change - $7,000 - 2014-17
• Technology Access Funds (TAF) Grant-Polar Cardio GX Training System - University of Memphis - $11,600.00 - 2013
• FedEx Institute of Technology Corporate Engagement (Co-PI) - FedEx Institute of Technology - $25,000.00 - 2011-13
• Mentor/Mentee Research Grant (Co-PI) - College of Education, Health and Human Sciences - $200.00 - 2012-13
• Faculty Research Grant (PI) - University of Memphis Research Support Services - $6,500.00 - 2011-12
• Make a Splash Mid-South "Learn to Swim" Program (PI) - Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Change - $2,000.00 - 2011
• Make a Splash Mid-South- Learn to Swim Program Phase II (PI) - Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Change - $2,000.00 - 2010
• Make a Splash Mid-South- Learn to Swim Program (PI) - Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Change - $3,000.00 - 2009
• Technology Access Funds (TAF) Grant: Fitness Testing with Palms (Co-PI) - University of Memphis College of Education - $1,500.00 - 2007-08

• Learn to Swim Program - Make a Splash Mid-South/Splash Mid-South - 2009-18 - Methodist/Le Bonheur; MTS Club; YMCA; City of Memphis Aquatics
• Healthy Choices Week - Memphis Community - 2005-15 - Urban Child Institute; Healthy Memphis Common Table; Memphis City Schools
• Get Fit with the Grizzlies/Healthy Home Court - 4th and 5th Grade Students, Memphis City Schools - 2006-13 - Memphis Grizzlies, National Basketball Association

• University of Memphis - Make a Splash Mid-South-Natatorium Planning Group - 2020-2022
• University of Memphis - University Post-Tenure Review - Fall 2022-Spring 2023
• University of Memphis - CAEP Council-PETE Representative - 2019-22
• University of Memphis - Online Program Coordinator - 2012-22
• University of Memphis - SHS/CHS Teacher Education Coordinator - 2010-22
• University of Memphis - COE Teacher Education Advisory Council - 2012-22
• University of Memphis - Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Change Faculty Advisory Board - 2011-20
• University of Memphis - PETE Unit Coordinator - 2011-17
• University of Memphis - SHS Academic Council - 2011-17
• University of Memphis - CEHHS NCATE/SPA Accreditation Committee - 2012-15
• University of Memphis - Center for Research on Women Faculty Affiliate - 2007-15
• University of Memphis - SHS/HSS Undergraduate Council - 2011-15
• University of Memphis - Chair- Healthy Memphis Common Table School Action Committee - 2007-15
• University of Memphis - Competency-Based Education Task Force - 2013
• University of Memphis - PETE Majors Club, Co-Faculty Advisor - 2007-14
• University of Memphis - CEHHS TEP Interview Team - 2007-14
• University of Memphis - Student Athletic Admissions Task Force - 2012-13

• Shelby County Schools Health, Physical Education, & Lifetime Wellness - 2018
• Make a Splash Mid-South/Splash Mid-South or Splash Mid-South - 2009-17
• United Neighborhood Organization Charter School Network - 2015
• McNairy County Schools - 2013
• Shelby County Schools - 2013
• Milan Special School District - 2009-12
• Memphis Grizzlies NBA Basketball Team Foundation - 2006-12
• Memphis City Schools/PEP Grant - 2009-10
• Memphis City Schools/Curricular Revisions - 2009
• Bay Village School District, Bay Village, OH - 1993

• Layne, T., Simonton, K., & Irwin, C. (2022). Effects of a Sport Education instructional model and heart rate monitor system on the physical activity and jump rope performance of fourth grade students. Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 22(4), 889-899.
• Layne, T., Irwin, C., & Simonton, K. (2022). Teacher perspectives on the Tennessee student growth measures in physical education. Physical Educator, 79(6), 689-712.
• Duren, D., Layne, T., Bray, N., & Irwin, C. (2021). Adapting: A study of implementing adaptive personalized instruction, innovation, and technology from an instructor’s perspective. Physical Educator, 78(1), 11-30.
• Simonton, K. L., Layne, T., & Irwin, C. (2021). Project-based learning and its potential in physical education: A curriculum inquiry. Curriculum Studies in Health and Physical Education, 12, 35-52.
• Criticos, M., Layne, T., Simonton, K. L., & Irwin, C. (2020). Gender differences with anxiety, perceived competence, and grit in collegiate track and field throwers. Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 20, 2751-2759.
• Layne, T.E., Irwin, C.C., Pharr, J.R., & Irwin, R.L. (2020). Factors impacting swimming participation and competence: Qualitative report. International Journal of Aquatic Research & Education, 12(4), Article 10. DOI: https://doi.org/10.25035/ijare.12.04.10
• Lanter, J., Layne, T., & Irwin, C. (2020). Analysis of instruction on a university strength training activity course. Physical Educator, 77(4), 742-758.
• Irwin, C.C., Pharr, J.R., Layne, T.E., & Irwin, R.L. (2019). An investigation of youth swimming ability and method of instruction. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 11(3), Article 3. DOI: 10.25035/ijare.11.03.03
• Pascal, M., Layne, T., & Irwin, C. (2019). Analysis of the Polar cardio GX system on student motivation and parent satisfaction. Journal of Teaching, Research, & Media, 17, 9-15.
• Simonton, K., Layne, T., & Irwin, C. (2019, in review). Project-based learning and potential in physical education: A curriculum inquiry. Kinesiology Review.
• Irwin, C.C., Pharr, J.R., Irwin, R.L., & Layne, T.E. (2018). Youth swimming ability and associated factors in the United States, 2010-17. American Journal of Health Behavior, 42, 32-42. DOI:10.5993/AJHB.42.5.3
• Wright, P., & Irwin, C. (2018). Using systematic observation to assess teacher effectiveness promoting personal and social responsible behavior in physical education. Measurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science, 22(3), 250-262. DOI:10.1080/1091367X.2018.1429445
• Pharr, J.R., Irwin, C.C., Layne, T.E., & Irwin, R.L. (2018). Predictors of swimming ability among children and adolescents in the United States. Sports, 6. DOI:10.3390/sports6010017
• Yli-Piipari, S., Layne, T., Hinson, J., & Irwin, C. (2018). Motivational pathways to leisure-time physical activity in urban physical education: A cluster-randomized study. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 37(2), 123-132.
• Irwin, C.C., Doig, S.R., & Corbin, C.B. (2017). Advanced-placement physical education: An opportunity to act. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance 88(7), 7-9.
• Layne, T., Chapatte-Ramos, B., & Irwin, C. (2016). An evaluation of teachers’ knowledge and use of physical education instructional models. Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 16(4), 1310-1315. DOI:10.7752/jpes.2016.04208
• Berg, B. K., Irwin, C. C., Wright, P. M., Irwin, R. L., & Hutchinson, M. (2016). An unacceptable status quo: A sport development case study of swimming and drownings. Sport Management Review, 19(4), 454–465.
• Berg, B. K., Hutchinson, M., & Irwin, C. C. (2016). Prioritizing local sport activities: Determining organizational commitment to an innovative swimming program. Case Studies in Sport Management, 5(1), 53-63.
• Inoue, Y., Yli-Piipari, S., Layne, T., Chambliss, H.O., & Irwin, C.C. (2015). A preliminary study of a professional sport organization’s family-centered health promotion initiative. International Review on Public and Nonprofit Marketing, 12(2), 189-205.
• Lauderdale, M.E., Yli-Piipari, S., Irwin, C.C., & Layne, T.E. (2015). Gender differences regarding motivation for physical activity among college students: A self-determination approach. The Physical Educator, 72(5), 153-172.
• Irwin, C.C., Pharr, J., & Irwin, R.L. (2015). Understanding factors that influence fear of drowning in children and adolescents. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 9(2), 136-148.
• Fry, A.C., Irwin, C.C., Nicoll, J.X., & Ferebee, D.E. (2015). Muscular strength and power in 3-7 year old children. Pediatric Exercise Science, 27, 345-354.
• Irwin, C., Li, Y., Bene, E., Rach, A., Baughman, B., Schilling, B., & Weiss, L. (2015). Test-retest reliability of selected NeuroCom® postural stability assessments. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport , 86(S-2), A15-A16.
• Berg, B.K., Irwin, C.C., & Irwin, R. (2014). Higher on the Policy Agenda: A Case Study of Swimming. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport. 85(S-1), A94-A95.
• Yli-Piipari, S., Layne, T., & Irwin, C.C. (2014). An Autonomy-Supportive Intervention on Physical Education Motivation and Physical Activity. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport. 85(S-1), A40.
• Irwin, C., Li, Y., Bene, E., Rach, A., Baughman, B., Schilling, B., & Weiss, L. (2014). Popular Concussion Assessments’ Reliability Using High School and Collegiate Athletes. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 85(S-1), A19-A20.
• Pharr, J., Irwin, C.C., & Irwin, R.L. (2014). Parental factors that influence swimming in children and adolescents. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 8(4), 368 – 381.
• Li, Y., Coleman, D., Ransdell, M., Coleman, L., & Irwin, C. (2014). The effect of a sport stacking intervention on handwriting with second grade students. The Physical Educator, 71(1), 59-71.    
• Ross, S.R., Irwin, C.C., Irwin, R.L., Martin, N.T., & Ryan, T.D. (2014). Preventing African American drownings: Constraints to swimming aptitude and proposed solutions. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 8(3), 219-239.    
• Coulson, C.L., Irwin, C., & Wright, P.M. (2012). Applying Hellison’s responsibility model in a residential treatment facility: A practical inquiry project. Agora for Physical Education and Sport, 14, 38-54.   
• Irwin, C.C., Hays, B., & Irwin, R.L. (2011). Integrative curricular program for physical education:  Classroom on the Court. Strategies, 25(2), 14-17.    
• Li, Y., Coleman, D., Ransdell, M., Coleman, L, & Irwin, C. (2011). Sport stacking activities in school children's motor skill development. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 113, 431-438.   
• Irwin, C.C., Irwin, R.L., Martin, N.T., & Ross, S.R. (2011). Factors impacting minority youth swimming ability and participation. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 82(1), A-68.   
• Ryan, T.D., Irwin, C. C., Drayer, J., & Irwin, R.L. (2011). Parent/caregiver lack of knowledge:  A barrier to perceived youth swimming ability? International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 5, 219-226. 
• Irwin, C.C., Irwin, R.L. (2011). The legacy of fear:  Is fear impacting fatal and non-fatal drowning of minority children? The Journal of Black Studies, 42, 561-576.         
• Irwin, C.C., Irwin, R.L., Miller, M.E., Somes, G.W., & Richey, P. (2010). Get Fit with the Grizzlies:  A community-school-home initiative to fight childhood obesity. Journal of School Health, 80, 333-339.
• Irwin, C.C. (2010). Practice Notes: Make a Splash Mid-South Learn to Swim Program. Health Education and Behavior, 37, 5-10.
• Stephens, L., Li, Y., Coleman, D., Ransdell, M., Irwin, C., & Grindle, V. (2009). Effects of a Sport Staking intervention on second-grade students. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 80(S-1), A-49-50.    
• Irwin, C.C., Irwin, R.L., Ryan, T.D., Drayer, J. (2009). Urban minority youth swimming (in)ability in the United States and associated demographic characteristics:  Toward a drowning prevention plan. Injury Prevention, 15, 234-239.  
• Irwin, C.C., Symons, C.W., & Kerr, D.L. (2009). Behavioral intention and behavior toward the obese on a college campus:  An exploratory analysis of discriminatory behavior. American Journal of Health Education, 40, 106-117.   
• Irwin, C.C., Irwin, R.L., Ryan, T.D., Drayer, J. (2009). The mythology of swimming:  Are myths impacting minority youth participation? International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 3, 1-15. 
• Irwin, C.C. & Irwin, R.L.  (2004). PR for PE:  Public relations for physical education. Strategies, 18(2), 25-26. 
• Irwin, C.C., Symons, C.W., & Kerr, D.L. (2003). The dilemmas of obesity:  What can physical educators do to help? Journal of Physical Education, Recreation, & Dance, 74(6), 33-39. 
• Irwin, C. & Pettigrew, F. (1994). A look back to the future. Physical Educator, 50, 170-176.  

• Irwin, C., Bocz, B., Brunsdon, J., & Layne, T. (2021). Lieberman-Brian Inclusion Scale for Physical Education. Tennessee Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Murfreesboro, TN.
• Layne, T. & Irwin, C. (June, 2019). Development of Minority Youth Swimming Ability: Diminishing Disparities and Drowning. AIESEP Conference (International Association for Physical Education in Higher Education), Garden City, NY.
• Layne, T., & Irwin, C. (April, 2019). Teacher Perspectives on the Tennessee Student Growth Measures in Physical Education. SHAPE America National Convention. Tampa, FL.
• Irwin, C., Layne, T., Pharr, J., & Irwin, R. (April, 2019). Enhancing Diversity in Swimming: Focus Group Ideas Toward Solutions. SHAPE America National Convention. Tampa, FL.
• Duren, D., Layne, T., Bray, N., & Irwin, C. (April, 2019). Adapting: A Study of Implementing Adaptive Personalized Instruction, Innovation, and Technology from an Instructor's Perspective. SHAPE America National Convention. Tampa, FL.
• 2018 Bray, N, Layne, T.E, Irwin, C.C., & Bocz, R. Praxis Prep Academy. Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Murfreesboro, TN.
• 2018 Irwin, C.C. and Layne, T.E, Factors Impacting Swimming Participation and Competence. Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, Murfreesboro, TN.
• 2018 Pharr, J.R., Irwin, C.C., Layne, T.E., & Irwin, R.L., Predictors of Swimming Ability Among Children and Adolescents in the United States. American Public Health Association Annual Meeting & Expo, San Diego, CA.
• 2018 Layne, T.E., Irwin, C.C., Pharr, J.R., & Irwin, R.L. Factors Impacting Swimming Participation and Competence: Qualitative Report. PETE & HETE Conference, Salt Lake City, UT.
• 2018 Irwin, C., Helms, S., & Beardon, J. City of Memphis Aquatics: Programming and Partnerships That Drive Success. Tennessee Recreation and Parks Association (TRPA) West District Workshop, Memphis, TN.
• 2018 Irwin, C., Pharr, J., Layne, T., & Irwin, R. Factors Impacting Swimming Participation and Competence. SHAPE America National Convention. Nashville, TN.
• 2017 Layne, T.E., & Irwin, C.C. Student Growth Measures for Physical Education in Tennessee: Grant Presentation. Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.
• 2017 Lanter, J. & Layne, T., & Irwin, C. Analysis of Instruction on a University Strength Training Activity Course. SHAPE America National Convention. Boston, MA.
• 2017 Layne, T. & Irwin, C. Impact of Instruction and Technology on Activity and Skill Improvement. SHAPE America National Convention. Boston, MA.
• 2017 Layne, T. & Irwin, C. Student Growth Measures for Physical Education in Tennessee: Grant Presentation. Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Convention. Murfreesboro, TN
• 2016 Irwin, C., & Helms. S. Splash Mid-South: One Community’s Solution to Enhance Water Safety and Swimming Participation within Underserved Populations. World Aquatic Health Conference, Nashville, TN.
• 2015 Irwin, C.C., Li, Y., Bene, E., Rach, A., Baughman, B., Weiss, L., and Layne, T. Test-Retest Reliability of Selected NeuroCom® Postural Stability Assessments. Society for Health and Physical Educators Annual Convention. Seattle, WA
• 2015 Layne, T.E., & Irwin, C.C. Perceptions of Working One-on-One With a Student with Severe Disabilities. Society for Health and Physical Educators. Seattle, WA
• 2015 Irwin, C.C., Layne, T., & Bray, N. Improve Learning in Physical Education: Instructional Models. Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Convention. Murfreesboro, TN
• 2014 Irwin, C., Baughman, B., Rach, A., Li, Y., Bene, E., Klimo, P, & Weiss, L. Reliability of Popular Neurocognitive Functioning and Postural Stability Assessments with Collegiate and High School Athletes. TBI Symposium, University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center, Memphis, TN
• 2014 Pharr, J., Irwin, C., & Irwin R. Understanding Factors that Influence Fear of Drowning in Children and Adolescents. American Public Health Association Annual Meeting and Expo, New Orleans, LA
• 2014 Pharr, J., Irwin, C., & Irwin R. Parental Factors that Influence Swimming in Children and Adolescents. American Public Health Association Annual Meeting and Expo, New Orleans, LA (submitted)
• 2014 Baughman, B., Rach, A., Li, Y., Irwin, C., & Bene, E. Symptom Report Versus Performance-Based Assessment in Athletes: Are We Doing What We Are Saying? Sports Neuropsychology Society Concussion Symposium , Dallas, TX
• 2014 Irwin, C., Li, Y., Bene, E., Rach, A., Baughman, B., Schilling, B., & Weiss, L. Popular Concussion Assessments’ Reliability Using High School and Collegiate Athletes. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Convention, St. Louis, MO
• 2013 Irwin, C., Layne, T., & Wagner, S. Common Core & Physical Education. Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Convention, Murfreesboro, TN
• 2013 Irwin, C., Bray, N., & Yli-Piipari. Concussion: What Little We Know and What We Hope to Know. Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Convention, Murfreesboro, TN
• 2013 Rach, A., Baughman, B., Young, C., Bene, E., Irwin, C., & Li, Y. Abnormal ImPACT Reliable Change Indices In Asymptomatic Athletes: A Common Occurrence. National Academy of Neuropsychology Annual Conference, San Diego, CA
• 2013 Bene, E., Li, Y., Irwin, C., Baughman, B., Rach, A., Bravo, J., Schilling, B., & Weiss, L. Pre- and Post-Season Concussion Screening of Student Athletes: Test-Retest Reliability of the Updated ImPACT Battery Version 2.1. National Academy of Neuropsychology Annual Conference, San Diego, CA
• 2013 Irwin, C. Swimming and Drowning Disparities: Policy Implications for Communities. Invited Lecturer, Taubman Center for Public Policy and American Institutions, Brown University, Providence, RI, http://watson.brown.edu/taubman/events/2013/carol-irwin-university-memphis-swimming-and-drowning-disparities-policy-implications
• 2012 Myers, S.,Wiltse, J., & Irwin, C.C. Why Should We Care about Swimming and Drowning Disparities In a Period of Austerity? Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management Fall Research Conference, Baltimore, MD 
• 2012 Hall, T., Holt-Hale, S., Irwin, C., Johns-Wommack, R., Kerst-Davis, C., & Whitlock, C., First to the Top: Physical Education Student Growth Measures, Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Convention, Murfreesboro, TN
• 2012 Irwin, C.C., Irwin, R.L., & Wright, P.M., Developing Diversity in Swimming: Teaching Minority Youth to Swim, American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Convention, Boston, MA
• 2011 Irwin, C.C., Coleman, D., Bray, N., & Wagner, S.M., Don't Pull Your Hair Out! Classroom Management Refresher, Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Convention, Murfreesboro, TN
• 2011 Wagner, S.M., Irwin, C.C., & Banning, T., Infusing Health Education Information into Physical Education Activities, Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Convention, Murfreesboro, TN  
• 2011 Irwin, C.C., & Johns-Wommack, R., First to the Top:  New Teacher Evaluation in Tennessee, Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Convention, Murfreesboro, TN
• 2011 Irwin, C.C., Irwin, R.L., Ryan, T.D., Martin, N.T., & Ross, S.R., USA Swimming Diversity Research Summary:  Emerging Solutions from the Pool Deck, World Aquatic Health Conference, Seattle, WA
• 2011  Irwin, C.C., Irwin, R.L., Miller, M.A., Richey, P.A., Boddie, J.T., & Dickerson, T.A.. Get Fit with the Grizzlies: A Community-School-Home Initiative to Fight Childhood Obesity. Cure4Kids Global Summit:  Advancing Cancer Education and Healthy Living in Our Communities, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, TN           
• 2011 Irwin, C.C., Irwin, R.L., Ryan, T.D., Martin, N.T., & Ross, S.R., Constraints Impacting Minority Youth Swimming Participation-Phase II, National Drowning Prevention Alliance Symposium, Colorado Springs, CO 
• 2011 Irwin, C., Irwin, R., Martin, N., Ross, S.  Factors Impacting Minority Youth Swimming Ability. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Convention, San Diego, CA         
• 2010  Irwin, C.C, & Irwin R.L.  Constraints Impacting Minority Swimming Ability and Participation, Phase I & II. Administrative Retreat, University of Memphis 
• 2010  Irwin, C.C, & Irwin R.L.  Constraints Impacting Minority Swimming Ability and Participation, Phase I & II. Tennessee Board of Regents and Board of Visitors Meeting, University of Memphis 
• 2010   Irwin, C.C., Wagner, S., Ballard, C., Banning, T., Hurst, T., Manker, D., Roberts, J., & Shores, J.  Assessing Fun Fitness Games and Activities. Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual State Convention, Murfreesboro, TN 
• 2010  Irwin, C.C., Ryan, T.D.  Minority Swimming Ability and Participation. Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual State Convention, Murfreesboro, TN   
• 2010 Ross, S.R., Irwin, C.C., Martin, N.T., & Irwin, R.L.  Preventing African American Drownings: Constraints to Swimming Aptitude and Proposed Solutions. North American Society for Sport Sociology Annual Conference, San Diego, CA 
• 2010  Ryan, T., Irwin, C., Irwin, R., Drayer, J.  Parent Knowledge as a Barrier to Youth Swimming. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Convention, Indianapolis, IN       
• 2010  Irwin, C.C., Irwin, R.L., Ryan. T.D., Drayer, J.  Minority Youth Swimming:  Barriers Affecting Participation and Ability. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Convention, Indianapolis, IN     
• 2009  Bray, N., Irwin, C.C. Creative Integrated Assessments: It’s Not Top Secret! Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual State Convention, Murfreesboro, TN 
• 2009  Veal, M.L., Fanning, L., Irwin, C.C., Starks, C., Colclough, S. Dive Into Student Teaching:  What Physical Education Cooperating Teachers Need to Know. Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual State Convention, Murfreesboro, TN 
• 2009  Dyson, B., Coleman, D., Irwin, C., Jordan, P. Pebworth, K.  PE Metrics: Assessing the National Standards, Standard 1: Connecting Assessment to your Instructional Process.  Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual State Convention, Murfreesboro, TN  
• 2009  Irwin, C.C., Ryan, T.D.  Enhancing Diversity in Swimming. Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual State Convention, Murfreesboro, TN  
• 2009   Irwin, C.C., Dyson, B., Ballard, C., Banning, T., Manker, D. Team Building Fun:  Bring Your Best Games. Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual State Convention, Murfreesboro, TN 
• 2009  Irwin, C.C., Wright, P.M., Okunbor, E.K., & Irwin, R.L.  Enhancing Swimming Competence and Swimming Participation Among Minority Youth in Memphis:  An Evaluation of the Make a Splash Mid-South Learn to Swim Pilot Program. Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Change Open House, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN    
• 2009 Irwin, C.C.  Curricular Models in PE. Professional Development In-Service- Physical Education Teachers, Milan School District, Milan, TN  
• 2009 Stephens, L., Li, Y., Coleman, D., Ransdell, M, Irwin, C., Grindle, V.   The Effects of a Sport Stacking Intervention on Hand-Eye Coordination, Reaction Time, and Handwriting Skills of 2nd Grade Students. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance National Convention, Tampa, FL 
• 2009 Overacker, T., McClanahan, B., Stockton, M., Trammel, R., & Irwin, C.  Process Evaluation of a Community-wide Interdisciplinary Program.  American Academy of Health Behaviors 9th Annual Scientific Meeting, Hilton Head, SC.   
• 2009 McClanahan, B., Overacker, T., Stockton, M., Trammel, R., & Irwin, C.  Increasing Physical Activity in Children Enrolled in Afterschool Programs:  Activate Memphis.  American Academy of Health Behaviors 9th Annual Scientific Meeting, Hilton Head, SC.   
• 2009 Irwin, C.C., Irwin, R.L., Ryan, T.D., Drayer, J.  Constraints Impacting Minority Youth Swimming Participation. Social Justice, Action, and Policy:  Breaking Down Silos and Generating Discourse- Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology and Research Poster Session, College of Education, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN
  
• 2009 Irwin, C.C. Diabetes in Tennessee:  Nutritional Assistance for Home Health Workers.  Home Healthcare of West TN, Memphis, TN
• 2008 Irwin, C.C.  Diabetes in Tennessee:  Jewish Orthodox Diet Suggestions. Tennessee Association for Homecare, Plough Towers, Memphis, TN
• 2008 Dyson, B.P., Coleman, D.K., Irwin, C.C.  Cooperative Learning in Physical Education in New Zealand: Why It Works.  Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Annual Conference, Franklin, TN
  
• 2008 Irwin, C.C., Drayer, J., Ryan, T.D., Irwin, R.L. The Influence of Parents on Swimming Participation in Inner-City Youth. North American Society for the Sociology of Sport Annual Conference, Denver, CO 
• 2008 Irwin, C.C., Wright, P.W.  Workshop on the Value of Extra-Curricular Activities. New Teacher Center Symposium, College of Education, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN
• 2008 Irwin, C.C., Irwin, R.L., Ryan, T.D., Drayer, J.  Get Fit with the Grizzlies:  An Assessment of a Community Outreach Initiative. Sport Marketing Association 6th Annual Conference, Gold Coast, Queensland, AUS
• 2008 Irwin, C.C. How Coordinated School Health Can "Activate" Your Teaching. Shelby County Schools Inservice Meeting for K-1 Classroom Teachers, Memphis, TN  
• 2007  Irwin, C.C.  Appropriate Reactions and Responses to Sexualtiy Questions.  Volunteer Memphis, Mentor Training, Memphis, TN. 
• 2005    Fry, A.C., Irwin, C.C., Saunders, J.P., & Richey, C.M.  Muscular Strength and Power in Children 3 – 7 Years Old.  American College of Sports Medicine National Convention, Nashville, TN    
• 2004   Irwin, C.C., Symons, C.W., & Kerr, D.L., Obesity:  College Students' Behavioral Intentions and Behaviors Toward the Obese American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, & Dance National Convention, New Orleans, LA  
• 2004   Irwin, R.L. & Irwin, C.C., PR for PE (Public Relations for Physical Education) American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, & Dance National Convention, New Orleans, LA   
• 2002   Irwin, C.C., Have You Heard the One About the Fat Person?  Ways to Positively Affect Attitudes and Behaviors Toward the Obese  American School Health Association National Conference, Charlotte, NC   
• 1999   Irwin, C.C., Pitts, M., & Irwin, R.L. PR for PE (Public Relations for Physical Education) A New Approach for Field Days, Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, & Dance, Cookeville, TN      
• 1998    Pitts, M. & Irwin, C.C., How to Implement Juggling into the Curriculum, Shelby County School District Physical Education Inservice, Memphis, TN          
• 1997 Pitts, M. & Irwin, C.C., Juggling:  A Workout for Your Brain!,Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, & Dance, Jackson, TN   
• 1994   Irwin, C.C., A Comparison of Physical Fitness Assessments American School Health Association National Conference,Houston, TX                                                  
• 1994 Olds, R.S., Rubin, M.A., & Irwin, C.C., Comprehensive School Health Education:  The Bay Village Project, Centers for Disease Control Conference on Chronic Disease Prevention & Control, Washington, D.C.     
• 1993 Olds, R.S., Rubin, M.A., & Irwin, C.C., A Systems Approach to Comprehensive School Health, American School Health Association National Conference, Pittsburgh, PA    
• 1993 Irwin, C.C. & Ewing, K., Title IX:  A Whole New World, Ohio Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, & Dance, Columbus, OH   
• 1993   Irwin, C.C., Women in Exercise and Sport, Kent State University Wellness Series, Kent OH            
• 1993   Irwin, C.C., Quality Physical Education:  The Hidden Ally for Successful Health Education, Comprehensive School Health Conference-Salt Fork II, Ohio State Health Department, Salt Fork State Park, OH
• 1993 Irwin, C.C., Mental and Physical Health Benefits for Women Through Exercise, Kent State University Health Promotion Conference, Kent,OH 
• 1992 Pettigrew, F. & Irwin, C.C., Interactive Video in Physical Education, American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, & Dance National Convention, Indianapolis, IN                                      
• 1991 Pettigrew, F. & Irwin, C.C., Interactive Video for Physical Education Programs in Small Schools, Ohio Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, & Dance, Dayton, OH   

• Book Chapter- Irwin, C.C., Irwin, R.L., Richey, P., Miller, M., Boddie, J., & Dickerson, T. (2012). Get Fit with the Grizzlies:  A Community-School-Home Initiative to Fight Childhood Obesity Led by a Professional Sports Organization. In Y. Quintana, A.Van Kirk Villalobos, & D. May (Eds.), Advancing Cancer Education and Healthy Living in Our Communities, (pp. 163-167). Amsterdam:  IOS Press.  
• Book Chapter- Irwin, R. L., Irwin, C.C., & Drayer, J.  (2012). Get Fit with the Grizzlies:  Application of entrepreneurship in sport sponsorship. In S. Chadwick & D. Ciletti (Eds.), Sports entrepreneurship: Theory and practice, (pp. 51-64). Morgantown, WV:  Fitness Information Technology.  
• Technical Report- Irwin, C., Irwin, R., Martin, N., & Ross, S. (2010).  Constraints Impacting Minority Swimming Participation-Phase II. Presented to USA Swimming Foundation. Found at:  http://www.usaswimming.org/DesktopDefault.aspx?TabId=1796&Alias=Rainbow&Lang=en