Dr. Devan Romero

Associate Professor @CSUSM
Department of Kinesiology
Public Health Scientist

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During your time in Italy, you visited many places. What was a memorable place you visited in addition to the places for our course? Why was this location special and what was most interesting? Post a photo! #KINE497ItalySU24

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Taverna Penta Caseificio e Yogurteria continues family tradition manufacturing milk. Describe what you learned about the production cycle of buffalo mozzarella and dairy products as it relates to sustainable farming practices and agricultural traditions. #KINE497ItalySU24

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Pompeii is very special archaeological site, formally a Roman city, that was destroyed by a volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. During your visit to Pompeii, what were two historical facts you found compelling about how the people lived? #KINE497ItalySU24

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At Pastificio Afeltra, what did you learn about the history, processing, production, and types of pasta products made here? What methods of production are used to ensure high-quality pasta is made and how should this food be enjoyed? #KINE497ItalySU24

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Italy's stunning city of the Amalfi Coast’s Positano is abundant of lemon groves and endless treasure troves. Describe an experience or activity you participated in related to Italian culture or way of life? Post a memory you captured. #KINE497ItalySU24

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Ancient medicine was founded on innovative thinking of “practice and culture of prevention rather than cure”. Describe a historical physician from medieval times and their contribution to practice, healing and medical treatment? #KINE497ItalySU24

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Thermal medicine dates to civilizations of classical antiquity (Greeks, Romans, etc.). After visiting Parco Aphrodite Apollon, what are some therapeutic and healing effects of thermal water that could apply to your lifestyle and may be beneficial to health? #KINE497ItalySU24

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Welcome to KINE 497: Science-based Health & Wellness in Italy, Summer 2024! We begin our study abroad course in Ischia, Italy, a volcanic island located in the Bay of Naples, best known for mineral-rich thermal waters. What was your first impression of Ischia? #KINE497ItalySU24

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Studying abroad looks like this…

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KINE 497 Study Abroad Italy...2024 coming...
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When studying abroad in Italy looks like this…
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View the Physical Activity Council’s 2022 annual report on “Sports, Fitness, & Recreation Activity Participation” in the US. Describe two findings and how this data may be used to promote physical activity in a specific population? https://t.co/tgWLjtoXgo #KINE202Fall23-S2

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View the Physical Activity Council’s 2022 annual report on “Sports, Fitness, & Recreation Activity Participation” in the US. Describe two findings and how this data may be used to promote physical activity in a specific population? https://t.co/tgWLjtoXgo #KINE202Fall23-S1

[Dr. Devan Romero @DrDevanRomero]

During your time in Italy, you visited many places. What was a memorable place you visited in addition to the places for our course? Why was this location special and what was most interesting? Post a photo! #KINE497ItalySU23

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The Island of Capri and comune Anacapri are recognized for beautiful rocky and mountain landscapes, stunning sea grotto's, clear blue water, and high-end shopping. Post a picture of one experience you documented in Capri. #KINE497ItalySU23

[Dr. Devan Romero @DrDevanRomero]

Pompeii is very special archaeological site, formally a Roman city, that was destroyed by a volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. During your visit to Pompeii, what were two historical facts you found compelling about how the people lived? Post a photo. #KINE497ItalySU23

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In Italy, certain foods and agricultural methods are protected and certified by geographical designations of origins and guidelines: PDO and PGI. How does this support diverse agricultural production? List an Italian product/specification and/or example of this. #KINE497ItalySU23

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The Frassitelli & Falanga forest in Serrara Fontana is rich ancient historical site of rural and agrarian Ischia with lush vegetation and stone houses. What were two interesting facts you learned on this trek or hike and what was most memorable? Post a picture!
#KINE497ItalySU23

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At Pastificio Afeltra, what did you learn about the history, processing, production, and types of pasta products made here? What methods of production are used to ensure high-quality pasta is made and how should this food be enjoyed? https://t.co/fD0XHMKv6I #KINE497ItalySU23

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Italy's stunning cities of the Amalfi Coast: Sorrento, Amalfi, & Positano, are abundant of lemon groves and endless treasure troves. Describe an experience or activity you participated in related to Italian culture or way of life? Post a memory you captured. #KINE497ItalySU23