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"Physical education is a part of the education of boys and girls, young men and young women because it contributes to better living. This contribution is four-fold and includes:

1. development of the organic powers
2. development of neuromuscular skills
3. development of interest in play and recreation and
4. development of social and moral standards."
Gladys Swanson

Gladys "Swanny" Swanson's Career Highlights

1931	Began her career at St. Scholastica as the Physical Education Director. Started instruction in tennis, basketball, hockey, and soccer amongst others.
1935	Started the first outdoor recreation programs, including hiking and bird watching.
1936	Joins Athletic Federation of College Women.
1937	Initiates the first ski class (Ski Photo).
1938	Develops a sod field (the first in Duluth) at the College.
1940	Develops a minor in Physical Education
1941	Bowling Alley opens on campus.
1946	"Swanny" elected Secretary of the MN Association of Health, Physical Education and Recreation.
1953	Elected President of the Central Association for Physical Education of College Women.
1965	Health/Physical Education Major approved.

"Mrs. Swanson was a leader in the industry and a progressive force in the field of campus fitness and wellness programming. Thanks to her efforts, we have dynamic group fitness, intramural and Outdoor PURSUIT programs. THANKS SWANNY!"

Bo Ekmark, Campus Recreation Director

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