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Education
Springfield College, Springfield, MA
Bachelor of Science in Movement and Sports Studies (Physical Education), December 2017
Minor: Health Studies
Licenses: Physical Education, PreK-8, 5-12
Health/Family and Consumer Sciences, All Levels
Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement
GPA: 3.5, Graduated Cum Laude
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"Brendan encompasses all the traits we look for in a student at Springfield College. Brendan is hard working, intelligent, open minded and has the ability to understand that there are more than one opinion on a topic. He has the ability to see things from a variety of perspectives, which in this day and age is rare. He as a pleasure to have in class and joy to get to know."
-Mrs. Moira Long, Professor of Physical Education and Head Women's Volleyball Coach, Springfield College
"Brendan is a warm, sincere, and dependable person who gets along with people of any age, gender, or cultural background. He is a mature professional who has possessed a solid foundation of instructional knowledge and skills to deal with students in a group situation as well as individually."
-Dr. Zhan Liu, Professor of Physical Education, Springfield College
"Mr. Abad's inquisitiveness, capacity to absorb knowledge, and willingness to help others makes him a model student, model educator, but more importantly a model person. He will undoubtedly be successful in whatever career path he chooses. I look forward to seeing what the future has in store for him."
-Mr. Steven Vitti, Assistant Professor of Exercise Science, University of Illinois Springfield, Former Doctoral Student and Kinesiology Lab Instructor, Springfield College
"Brendan epitomizes the type of exceptional student every teacher hopes to have in class. He is intelligent, organized, and hard working. Not only did Brendan excel as a student, but he always displayed great character and is well respected by his teachers and peers. Always mature and professional, it was a pleasure working with Brendan."
-Ms. Stefanie Whalen, Doctoral Student and Exercise Physiology Lab Instructor, Springfield College
"Brendan always participated in class, worked hard, and was up for any challenge. Perseverance is a strength that many students don't have. Brendan is determined to take on any challenge and persevere over obstacles with a positive attitude."
-Dr. Jason Holder, Professor of Physical Education and Head Men's Wrestling Coach, Springfield College
"Brendan consistently remained reliable and responsible in class. His assignments were well planned and he demonstrated appropriate management and organizational skills. Brendan was always engaged in a positive and enthusiastic manner."
-Mr. James O'Donnell, Professor of Physical Education, Springfield College
"It was a pleasure to have Brendan Abad in class. He was an enthusiastic, engaged, learner. He always contributed in class with a willingness to share his perspective. He is well on his way to being a leader in the fields of teaching and coaching."
-Mr. Mark Simeone, Professor of Physical & Health Education and Head Men's Baseball Coach, Springfield College
"I was pleased to have Brendan in class because of the positive contribution he made to our learning community. His leadership in class discussions suggests a talent for fostering, and participating in, a practical and productive learning environment. I hope that Brendan pursues a career in education; students will benefit from his tact, his kindness, and his intelligence."
-Dr. Dennis Gouws, Professor of English, Springfield College
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