The Exercise & Sports Science Awards recognise outstanding accredited professionals who demonstrate a depth of knowledge and commitment to exercise and sports science through their practice and advocacy.
The Standards, Ethics and Accreditation Contributor Award recognises outstanding member contributors who dedicate time and skills to improving our profession, particularly through activities focused on standards, ethics and accreditation.
Congratulations to the recipient of the 2023 Standards, Ethics and Accreditation Contributor Award: Annette Raynor!
Associate Professor Annette Raynor's dedication to upholding high standards in exercise and sports science education is evident through her role as a course accreditation reviewer and member of the Course Accreditation Committee.
"When conducting reviews, I focus on quality improvement while appreciating the limitations universities face within their environments," said Annette.
Her goal is to assist universities in enhancing their processes and products while upholding the standards of the ESSA.
Annette’s involvement with ESSA and the academic community extends beyond formal roles. She values mentoring early-career academics and finds accreditation work to be rewarding. "Over the years, I've met wonderful people and collaborated with many academics across Australia," she said. This exposure allows her to see high-quality teaching and learning firsthand.
With experience in various universities, including international settings like Singapore, Annette has gained insights into different approaches to education.
One of her proudest achievements is mentoring PhD students who have become successful professionals.
Annette envisions exercise and sports science education expanding to include a greater focus on motivation and behaviour change. She emphasises the importance of preparing graduates for specific roles in the industry.