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M.S., Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, 2005 B.A., Cultural Anthropology; minor in Spanish, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, 2003 Advisor: Dr. Kimberly Shinew Contact: Research Interests Megan’s research agenda centers on issues of health, diversity, gender and social disparities as they relate to leisure and communities. In particular, she is interested in working with communities of interest or geography to address the influences of disparities, gender, and hegemony on communal and individual health. Within this, her larger goals are to further our understanding of the specialized needs of disenfranchised groups, illuminate the existence of power structures and their effects on communities, and create environments where people actively participate in and take ownership of their communities. Therefore, while on a theoretical level she seeks to understand issues related to diversity, health, gender, power and leisure, she also hopes to empower and educate community members by collaborating with them to shape research processes and goals. Academic Research Interests: - Relationships between community, health, diversity and disparities issues - Specialized needs of diverse populations including women and minorities - Hegemonic power structures and agency as related to leisure and health settings
Peer Reviewed Publications Cronan, M.K. & Scott, D. (2008). Triathlon and women's narratives of bodies and sport. Leisure Sciences, 30(1), 17-34. Cronan, M. K., Shinew, K. J., & Stodolska, M. (2008). Trail use among Latinos: Recognizing diverse uses among a specific population. Journal of Park and Recreation Administration, 26, 62-86. Cronan, M.K., Shinew, K.J., Schneider, I.S., Stanis, S.A.W., & Chavez, D. (in review). Physical activity patterns among Latinos in different types of public parks. Journal of Physical Activity and Health. Book Chapters Montandon, K., Cronan, M.K. and Witt, P. (2005). Teen Centers. In P.A. Witt & L. Caldwell, (Eds.), Recreation and Youth Development. State College, PA: Venture Publishing. Cronan, M.K. and Witt, P. Boys and Leisure. In P.A. Witt & L. Caldwell, (Eds.), Recreation and Youth Development. State College, PA: Venture Publishing. Conference Presentations and published abstracts Harvey, I.S.; Son, J.S., Cronan, M.K., Payne, L., Shinew, K.J. & Hall, S. (in review for October 2008). Too little or plenty? Community leaders' perspectives on healthy recreation opportunities in a rural town. Paper submitted for the Public Health Education and Health Promotion program, APHA Annual Meeting & Exposition, San Diego, CA. Cronan, M.K., Shinew, K.J. & VanPuymbroeck, M. (October 2008). Healing outcomes: Female breast cancer survivors' experiences with yoga. Poster to be presented at the Leisure Research Symposium, NRPA Annual Congress, Baltimore, MD. Son, J.S., Cronan, M.K., Harvey, I.S., Payne, L., & Shinew, K.J. (October 2008). Stakeholders' Perceptions of health accessibility: Poverty, age and race in a rural town. Paper to be presented at the Leisure Research Symposium, NRPA Annual Congress, Baltimore, MD. Cronan, M.K., Cavin, J.K. & Scott, D.S. (September, 2007). Mother-centered family leisure: Complicating family leisure and ethic of care. Paper presented at the Leisure Research Symposium, National Recreation and Park Association Annual Congress. Indianapolis, IN. Cronan, M.K., Shinew, K.J., & Stodolska, M. (September, 2007). Latino trail use: A broader consideration of health benefits. Paper presented at the Leisure Research Symposium, National Recreation and Park Association Annual Congress. Indianapolis, IN. Shinew, K.J., Cronan, M.K., Schneider, I., Stanis, S.A.W., & Chavez, D. (September, 2007). Leisure time physical activity differences between male and female Latinos. Paper presented at the Leisure Research Symposium, National Recreation and Park Association Annual Congress. Indianapolis, IN. Cronan, M.K. & Scott, D.S. (October, 2006). Bodies, communal resistance and entitlement among female triathletes. Paper presented at the Leisure Research Symposium, National Recreation and Park Association Annual Congress. Seattle, WA. Cronan, M.K., Vadala, C., & Witt, P. (October, 2004). Attributes of after-school activities associated with program participation outcomes. Presented at the Leisure Research Symposium, National Recreation and Park Association Annual Congress. Reno, NV. Cronan, M.K., Shinew, K.J. (2007). Study Report: Perceived and realized health benefits of urban proximate and distant recreation lands. Report prepared for the USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Research Station. Technical reports and other publicationsShinew, K.J., Stodolska, M., Cronan, M.K. & Santos, C.A. (2006). Study Report: Increasing intercultural understanding between park manageres and African American and Latino users of urban parks. Report prepared for the National Recreation and Park Association and the Kraft Foundation. Wilhelm, S. et al. (2006). Shifting Demographics: Latinos and physical activity on public lands. Poster presented by S. Wilhelm at the George Wright Society in Minnesota. Wilhelm, S. et al. (2006). Ethnicity and Physical Activity on Public Lands: Description, Differences & Ideas for Collaboration. Poster presented by S. Wilhelm at the Cooper Institute. Dallas, TX. Chavez, D. et al (2006). Public lands, city parks, and healthier people through physical activity. Poster presented by D. Chavez at the Cooper Institute. Dallas, TX. Kerins, A.J. & Cronan, M.K., (May 2005). Alternate career trajectories: An alternative view of recreation specialization. Paper presented at the Canadian Congress on Leisure Research, Nanaimo, B.C. Scott, D., Cavin, D., Cronan, M.K., & Kerins, A. J. (May 2005). Hardcore leisure: A source of division within leisure social worlds. Paper presented at the Canadian Congress on Leisure Research, Nanaimo, B.C. Watts, C., Cronan, M.K. and Caldwell, L. (2005). Examining Adolescent Initiative as a Measure of Positive Youth Development. In Texas 4-H and Youth Development Program Research Review 2004. Cronan, M.K., & Montandon, K.M. (2004). Consulting Report: Serving Teens in Lakeway, Texas: Observations and Recommendations. Report prepared for the City of Lakeway, Texas after conducting focus groups, interviews and site visits with local teens. Invited Talks April 2007, Guest Lecture at the University of Illinois, Recreation, Sport and Tourism Department, undergraduate tourism course. Topic: Triathlon and Women’s Experiences of Sport and Bodies. October 2006, presented at Leisure Seminar, University of Illinois Department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism: “Body image, communal resistance and entitlement among female triathletes.” October 2006, presented at the University of Illinois, Advertising Department, graduate methods course: “What is data? Reflections on interviewing mothers.” January 2004 – May 2005, Texas A&M University; Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences, Guest Lecturer: “Gender and Recreation Programming.” September 2004 – May 2005, Texas A&M University; Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences, Guest Lecturer: “The History and Future of Title IX.” Honors 2007 Christine Ziebarth Howe Award 2004 National Future Scholar Elda K. Bradberry Scholar (2003 - 2005) Service and community involvement 2006 – 2007 Aquatics Manager/International Pool and Waterpark Lifeguard and First Aid Instructor Champaign Park District 2005 – Present National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Student Branch Board President, President-Elect 2005, President 2006, Past-President 2007 2004 – 2008 NRPA Student Branch Board Member 2003 - 2007 NRPA Midyear Forum - Student Branch Board Representative & attendee National Recreation and Park Association Midyear Legislative Forum in Washington, DC 2003 - 2007 NRPA Annual Congress - Student Branch Board Representative & attendee National Recreation and Park Association Annual Congress August 2004 – December 2004 Fall Seminar: The National Parks: Lessons in Diversity, Environmental Quality & Justice Instructor: Mr. Robert Stanton, Former Director of the National Parks Service. Texas A&M University
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