Faculty Spotlight The Psychology of Excellence: Strategies for Academic and Personal Success
Speaker: Marc Cormier, Ph.D., CMPC
- Associate Professor and Program Director - Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion, College of Education
- Director - Counseling and Performance Psychology, UK Athletics
This interactive presentation will examine how principles of sport and performance psychology can enhance learning, resilience, and overall success both in and out the classroom. Drawing on his experience working alongside Olympic Champions, world-class surgeons, and Fortune 500 leaders, Dr. Cormier will lead a discussion on practical techniques to cultivating a high-performance mindset. Students will gain tools to improve their academic performance, navigate challenges with confidence, and transfer these skills to future career and life pursuits. Ultimately, the session highlights how performance psychology is not just about competition—it’s about thriving in any environment where excellence is expected.