
Mackenna Schiavo
Masters Student
Hometown: Sturgeon Falls, Ontario
Contact: schiavo1@uwindsor.ca
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Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Health Studies, University of Windsor
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Master of Science in Kinesiology and Health Studies, specialization in Sport and Exercise Psychology (in progress), University of Windsor
Bio
My passion for sport began as soon as I could walk. I grew up playing sports like soccer, volleyball, track and field, and karate. I competitively trained as a dancer for 7 years and began instructing in 2017. Throughout my dance career, there were several instances when sport psychology was fundamental for both me and my team. My interest in sport psychology began when I started my undergraduate degree at the University of Windsor. The sport psychology courses I took heightened my interest for research and ultimately motivated me to pursue a master’s degree. My current research lies in the realm of shared athlete leadership. More specifically, it aims to bridge the gap in understanding how personality traits are related to athlete leadership. In my spare time, you will find me spending time with friends and family (especially my dogs), going to the movies, or traveling.
Areas of Research Interest
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Group Dynamics
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Athlete Leadership
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Cohesion



