College of Health and Human Performance

Alumni Profiles

Read more about our outstanding and supportive alumni, and discover where HHP experiences can lead.

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William "Will" Atkins (BSR ’09)

Assistant vice president in the Division of Student Life at UF Read More


Pascale Belony (BSHE '15, BSN '18)

Health educator and nurse representing Haiti in Miss Universe 2021 Read More


Roy T. Benson (MPE '81)

Lifelong coach, running advocate and author  Read More


John W. Brantley, III (BSR '80)

Former Gator QB and high school football coach  Read More


Christopher Bucciarelli (BSESS ’06)

Chief Medical Officer of St. Joseph’s Hospital South Read More


Kristine S. Calderon (MHEB ’97, Ph.D. ’00 )

Former health education administrator at NASA Kennedy Space Center Read More


Linda Hansen Caldwell (BSPE ’76)

Health educator, author and former Gators volleyball player Read More


Gabrielle Darville

Former CDC health communication fellow and 2016 Health Education & Behavior graduate

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James Di Virgilio

Financial planner, Gator 100 honoree and UF lecturer

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Janelle Garcia

Two-time UF graduate with more than seven years of experience in health promotion

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Robin “Rob” Ramirez

38-year educator with a focus on physical education

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Jennifer Wilson Carlstedt (BSR ’93, MSRS ’95)

Realtor, volunteer and UF Hall of Fame inductee Read More


Paul Cash (BSPE ’76)

Lifelong coach and educator Read More


Chynna Clayton (BSREC ’10)

Former director of travel and event operations for Michelle Obama Read More


Ewan Cobran (BSHS ’06)

Public health educator and cancer researcher Read More


Alisa Bonnie Clearfield Cohen (BSHSE ’78)

Interior designer and onetime medical illustrator Read More


Matt Colin (BSESS '98)

Teacher and basketball coach Read More


Brian Cook (MS ’06, Ph.D. ’10)

Working to address exercise and movement in eating disorders Read More


Stacy Cutrono (BSESS ’05, MSAPK ’07)

Health and wellness advocate Read More


Sally Darlin (BSESS ’88)

Physical therapist, proud HHP grad and supporter Read More


Gabrielle Darville (Ph.D. ’16)

Educator, health researcher and former CDC fellow Read More


Joe DaSilva (BSSPM ’14)

2023 HHP Outstanding Young Alumni Read More


James Di Virgilio (MSSPM '05)

Financial planner, Gator 100 honoree and UF lecturer Read More


Jason Fass (BSESS '99)

Combining a passion for human performance, data, fitness and health Read More


Leigh Feenburg (BSHSE ’04)

2023 HHP Alumni Hall of Fame Inductee Read More


Sheryl Flynn (Ph.D. ’01)

HHP alumna, Gator100 honoree, founder and CEO of Blue Marble Game Company Read More


Russell Gaither (MS APK ’22)

Working to better athlete development Read More


Janelle T. Garcia (MSAPK ’08, Ph.D. ’12)

Advocate for health equity within her community Read More


Gordon Glover (BSESS ’01, MESS ’02)

2023 HHP Alumni Hall of Fame Inductee Read More


Billy Horschel (BSSPM ’09)

PGA Golfer Read More


Edouardo Jordan (BSSPM ’03)

HHP Sport Management alumnus and acclaimed chef  Read More


Annabelle Juin (BSBA ’17, BSSPM ’17, MSSPM ’18)

Event manager for a global architecture firm behind NFL Pro Bowl and NCAA Men's Final Four Read More


Ben Kennedy (BSSPM ’14)

Senior vice president of racing development strategy for NASCAR Read More


Jessica L. King (BSHE ’07, MSHE ’08, Ph.D. ’16)

Public health educator and researcher aimed at tobacco use among youth Read More


Natalie S. King (BSAPK ’09)

passionate about preparing students for careers in STEM disciplines Read More


Mary Kirkland (BSPE '86)

Trailblazer for women in the field of Athletic Training Read More


Fitz Koehler (MSSPM ’98)

Fitness expert, speaker, author and professional race announcer. Read More


Jennifer Lea (BSHED ’06)

Health educator and trainer focused on the health and well-being of women and children Read More


Robert “Bob” LeFavi (BSHE ’83)

Entrepreneur, dean, educator in the fields of exercise science, sport, health promotion and wellness Read More


Jeremy M. Luski (BSR '02)

Conference and event planner with projects in 35+ countries Read More


Brittany Marshall (BSHE ’08)

Public health researcher and CDC Foundation program manager Read More


Leisha McKinley-Beach (BSHSE ’95)

2023 HHP Alumni Hall of Fame Inductee Read More


Joleen Cacciatore Miller (MSSM ’12)

First woman as executive director for Gainesville Sports Commission Read More


Sharon Drumheller Murray (MHSE ’94)

Dedicated to creating better systems for student health and well-being in public schools Read More


Terry Pappas (BSPE ’71)

Retired USAF pilot, NASA aerospace engineer and research pilot Read More


Michelle Park (BSREC '76)

Dedicated public park and recreation professional Read More


Judi (BSR ’83) & Berry (BSR ’82) Patrick

Proud HHP alum and Gator grads passing the torch to four sons Read More


Stacy Cutrono

The Road to Wellness

Stacy Cutrono says her experiences at HHP still impact her today and allowed her to realize that health and fitness are for everyone. “UF [and HHP] taught me to dream big. I want to change the way the world views fitness and wellness.” She and her husband have established a scholarship at HHP to help students have a chance at the same experiences. Cutrono plans to build it into an endowment, so it will be self-sustaining. “I want more alumni to realize how easy it is to give back,” she said.

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Outstanding Alumni

David Sobelman

A Gator Gives Back

David Sobelman’s time at HHP was one of the most influential periods of his life. Sobelman’s affinity for UF led his family’s foundation to establish the Wellspring Foundation Award, which recognizes a current UF student who has made substantial and outstanding contributions toward fostering diversity, inclusion and intercultural engagement both on campus and in the Gainesville community.

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Outstanding Alumni

Andrew Walker

Challenging Society's Perception of Age

Andrew Walker, BSHSE '81, is the health and wellness director of the National Senior Games Association (NSGA). He enjoys traveling and working with seniors at the games and engaging with people in the community. Walker ran track at UF and loves watching the track events at the games. He has always been interested in health and wellness, so HHP was the natural choice for his college career.

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Outstanding Alumni

Stacy Cutrono

The Road to Wellness

Stacy Cutrono says her experiences at HHP still impact her today and allowed her to realize that health and fitness are for everyone. “UF [and HHP] taught me to dream big. I want to change the way the world views fitness and wellness.” She and her husband have established a scholarship at HHP to help students have a chance at the same experiences. Cutrono plans to build it into an endowment, so it will be self-sustaining. “I want more alumni to realize how easy it is to give back,” she said.

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Outstanding Alumni

Ron Pinnell (BSPE ’73, MHE ’79)

Lifelong educator and onetime UF wrestler Read More


Barrie Pressly (BSESS '89)

Entrepreneur, CEO and Certified Executive Coach Read More


Barbie Pressly Tilman (BSR ’00)

University of Florida Alumni Association president Read More


Virginia Ralls (BSR ’08)

Lawyer, community advocate and volunteer leader Read More


Robin “Rob” Ramirez (BSPE ’81)

Educator, administrator, swim and dive coach Read More


Dee Dee Ricks (BSR ’91)

Founder of RICKS Consulting Group, Inc. Read More


Alexandra Rodriguez, BSAPK ’19

A UF MPH student in the College of Public Health & Health Professions and Research Assistant for the Center for Arts in Medicine Read More


John Rohan (BSR ’93)

Recreation Director for the Villages, Florida Read More


Joe Russo (BSPE ’77)

2023 HHP Alumni Hall of Fame Inductee Read More


Janice Scarinci (BSRPT ’91, MSRPT ’94)

Professor, Department Chair, and Director of a Hospitality and Tourism Institute Read More


Bob Schalow (BSREC ’94)

Vice president of franchise operations Read More


Sarah Schooler (BSHE ’11)

Founder of Thrive Lactation Center and lead lactation consultant Read More


Bryant Seamon (BSAPK ’10)

2023 HHP Outstanding Young Alumni Read More


David Sobelman (BSESS ’96)

Real Estate Investor Read More


Addison Staples (MSR ’13)

Executive director of Aces In Motion and professional tennis instructor Read More


Sue Stoops (BSHE’68)

Teacher, district coordinator, assistant principal and principal with 35 years of experience in education Read More


Christian Taylor (BSSPM ‘19)

Two-time Olympic gold medalist and four-time World Champion Read More


Janice Tucker (BSHE ’81)

School-based administrator with 30 years of experience in education Read More


Benny Vaughn (BSHSE ’85)

Sports massage visionary and HHP Alumni Hall of Fame inductee Read More


Q&A with Benny Vaughn and Dr. Joan Carroll

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Jennifer M. Waddy (BSAPK '05)

Owner and Chief Medical Director at Endurance Wellness and Weight Loss Center in Orlando, FL Read More


Andrew Walker (BSHSE '81)

Health and Wellness Director of the National Senior Games Association Read More


Dr. Michael Weber (BSR ’89)

Second-generation Gator, lifelong learner and college dean Read More


Dr. Bradley Williams (BSESS ’99)

North American Sales Manager for SimCore Technologies Read More


Clint Wynn (BSESS '98)

Third-generation Gator and proud HHP supporter Read More


Jeanie Maynard Gonzalez Wingo (BSR '67)

Director of the Leon County Mental Health Association Read More