On Sept. 6, 2024, the University of Northern Colorado鈥檚 Department of Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Dietetics professor, Brian Dauenhauer, Ph.D., received the 2024 (PCSFN) Hero Award.
This award honors notable individuals who amplify and represent the council鈥檚 mission of promoting healthy nutrition and physical activity for all people. Dauenhauer鈥檚 research focuses on promoting school-based physical activity, leading to the development of resources to help children be more active throughout and after the school day.
鈥淭his recognition is special because the President鈥檚 Council has had a prominent presence in the health and fitness space since 1956," said Dauenhauer. "Many of the people that were recognized are doing such inspiring work in the field, so it was truly an honor to be around such talented and passionate people.鈥�
Dauenhauer was one of eight recipients across the country to receive the award this year. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services website, the awardees have all served as influencers to make an impact in an area of the council鈥檚 mission, successfully working to improve lives through sports, physical activity, fitness and nutrition-related programs.
A full listing of the 2024 PCSFN Hero awardees is available on the .
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