Jon Ruiz Ramie
Assistant Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
College of Education and Human Development
Department of Kinesiology
- JRUIZRAMIE@augusta.edu
- CFH 211B
Education
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Ph.D., Exercise Science and Kinesiology
University of South Carolina -, 2020
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MS, Exercise Science and Kinesiology
University of South Carolina -, 2016
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BS, Exercise Science and Kinesiology
University of North Carolina a, 2014
Awards & Honors
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ACSM Leadership and Diversity Training Program: Level 3
American College of Sports Medicine, 2024
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COEHD Faculty Service Award
Augusta University College of Education and Human Development, 2024
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ACSM Leadership and Diversity Training Program: Level 3
American College of Sports Medicine, 2023
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American Heart Association EPI Underrepresented Racial and Ethnic Groups Travel Grant
American Heart Association, 2022
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Boundless Teaching Award Nominee
Augusta University Center for Instructional Innovation, 2021
Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year
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KNHS 6430
Adv Health & Wellness
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KNHS 3319
Exercise Physiology
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KNHS 3100
Intro to Kines & Health Sci
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KNHS 4330
History & Phil of Kinesiology
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WELL 1017
Pickleball
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KNHS 4210
Fitness Assessment & Ex. Pres
Teaching Interests
My current teaching interests lie broadly in the realm of exercise physiology with a particular interest in cardiovascular physiology. Additionally, I am interested in teaching about professional development within the exercise science/kinesiology field.
Scholarship
Selected Recent Publications
- Massage It Out: Physiological Responses to Percussive Therapy Device Used Intra-Resistance Exercise, 2024
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- The Effects of Compression Pants on Oxygen Consumption and Heart Rate during Long-Distance Running, 2024
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- The Effect of Compression Garments on Biomechanical and Physiological Factors, 2024
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- A Call for the Implementation of Physical Activity as a Vital Sign (PAVS) During Pregnancy, 2024
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- The Effects of Compression Pants on Oxygen Consumption and Heart Rate during Long-Distance Running, 2024
Journal Article, Academic Journal
Research Interests
My research expertise lies in exercise and lipid/lipoprotein physiology. Additionally I have experience in cardiovascular disease epidemiology primarily related to clinical and subclinical measures of cardiovascular risk.
Department Service
University Service
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Augusta University Run Club
2021 - Present
Role: Faculty Advisor
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Augusta University Campus Climate Working Group
2023 - 2024
Role: Committee Member
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Coucil of Excellence Leaders
2023 - 2024
Role: Committee Member
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FDC Diversity Equity and Inclusion Subcommittee
2023 - 2024
Role: Committee Chair
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Faculty Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Subcommittee
2022 - 2024
Role: Committee Member
Professional Service
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ACSM Leadership and Diversity Training Program (LDTP) Level 1 Reviewer
2023 - Present
Role: Reviewer
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American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Diversity Action Committee
2023 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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ACSM Communications and Public Information (CPI) Committee
2022 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Southeast American College of Sports Medicine - Social Media Subcommittee
2019 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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SEACSM Student Bowl Committee
2023 - 2024
Role: Committee Member
