Sharon Misasi

Sharon P. Misasi, Emeritus Professor, dedicated 33 years of service to Southern Connecticut State University, primarily as a Professor in Health and Movement Sciences. Her career began as an Assistant Professor and Assistant Athletic Trainer. During Sharon’s tenure she also served in various other roles including Program Director, Interim Dean, Assistant to the Provost and Chairperson of the Exercise Science Department. In addition, other noteworthy accomplishments are her work with the United States Figure Skating Association. Sharon has and continues to serve on the medical team for national and international events. Some coverage has included the Olympics, World University Games, and other international competitions.

She believes in giving back to Southern and has a scholarship in the name of her parents as well as in March 2022 along with Sandy DeCicco and Pat Panichas began the Believe Fund to assist students.

Sharon earned her undergraduate degree (Physical Education/Athletic Training) from SCSU in 1983. She earned a master’s degree in Athletic Training from Indiana State University (1984) and a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology & Sport Psychology (1998).