UNT experts available to discuss 2012 summer Olympics
The London 2012 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony will kick off in 100 days on June 27, 2012, and experts from the University of North Texas are available for media interviews on a variety of topics related to the Olympic games.
Todd Jewell, chair of UNT's Department of Economics, is available to discuss the economic impact of the Olympic Games. He can be reached at Todd.Jewell@unt.edu or 940-565-3337.
Tracy Everbach, journalism professor in UNT's Mayborn School of Journalism, is available to discuss the news media's representation of female athletes. She can be reached at Everbach@unt.edu or 940-565-2205.
Trent Petrie, psychology professor and director of UNT's Center for Sport Psychology and Performance Excellence, is available to discuss how athletes overcome adversity and stay motivated for major sporting events. Petrie can be reached at Trent.Petrie@unt.edu or 940-565-2671.
UNT News Service Phone Number: (940) 565-2108
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