PCPFS Mourns Longtime Physical Activity Advocate
Dr. Wynn Updyke, who spearheaded the administration of the President's Challenge since 1987, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2003. Dr. Updyke was a kind, gentle and brilliant man, who was always willing to roll up his sleeves and assist the PCPFS on each and every request above and beyond any written agreement. To the students at Indiana University, he was a true mentor and guiding light who encouraged young people to pursue professions in exercise science and kinesiology. The PCPFS was proud to be present at his retirement party several years ago and announce the establishment of the Wynn Updyke scholarship fund at IU for prospective students. The President's Challenge has lost a great leader and advocate for physical activity and fitness, but his contributions will live on. Dr. Updyke was to receive his first-ever PCPFS award for his momentous contributions to the program and youth fitness on April 3rd in AAHPERD - an award that would have meant so much to him.
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