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Prof Jenn Cumming

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Chartered psychologist, sport and dance psychology researcher and Director of the SPRINT Project (http://sprintproject.org). Strength-based, mental skills development, youth homelessness, wellbeing, academic writing. Her/She

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Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · Nov 23

I have created a starter pack to follow people researching, practicing, or sharing dance psychology. Please let me know if you would like to be added. go.bsky.app/2GJUn6v

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Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · Aug 28

🎟️ Early bird registration closes 31 Aug
📖 Blog post: www.sprintproject.org/post/mental-...
🔗 Conference info: www.folkuniversitetet.se/kurser-utbil...

#DancePsychology #MentalHealth #ElitePerformance #DancingMyMind #SPRINTProject #DanceResearch

Mental Health in High-Level Dance: Prof Jennifer Cumming to Speak at Dancing My Mind Conference

We’re delighted to share that Professor Jennifer Cumming will be speaking at the upcoming Dancing My Mind conference in Stockholm on 10–11 October 2025

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Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · Aug 28

Grateful to be part of this interdisciplinary event hosted by Karolinska Institutet, Balettakademien & GIH thanks to conference organiser Dr Sanna Nordin-Bates, who is also an affiliate of @thesprintproject.bsky.social.

Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · Aug 28

🩰 Excited to be speaking at the Dancing My Mind conference in Stockholm this October! My talk, “Behind the Curtain: Mental Health in High-Level Dance”, will explore why elite dancers may silently struggle and what we can do to better support mental health in high-performance environments.

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · May 2

Exciting news! 🎉

The 2nd National Survey of Safeguarding and Abuse Prevention in Dance, in collaboration with One Dance UK and the National Institute of Dance Medicine and Science, is now open!

Let's prioritise safeguarding in dance and create a community where every dancer feels safe. 💃🕺

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Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · May 2

📢 Launch of the 2nd National Survey of Safeguarding and Abuse Prevention in Dance

The survey is open until 30 June 2025. UK dance leaders, including head teachers, performance directors, and safeguarding leads/officers are invited to participate.

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Image contains a QR code and the words: The 2nd National Survey of Safeguarding and Abuse Prevention in Dance. Scan the QR code to take part. Survey opens from 1st May-30th June. All UK dance organisations are invited to complete this survey to help us establish what has changed in safeguarding and abuse prevention since 2021 and the findings will be used to inform resources and support for the dance sector.

Image contains two clip art images of dancers and logos for the SPRINT Project (Sport Psychology Research in New Territories, www.sprintproject.org), University of Birmingham, One Dance UK, and National Institute for Dane Medicine and Science (NIDMS).

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Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · Apr 9

Looks like a great theme @bps-dsep.bsky.social @richsimpson95.bsky.social! What will be the abstract submission deadline?

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Michelle S. Dwarika @midwarika.bsky.social · Mar 7

Looking forward to sharing the results of our scoping review on on 'Abuse and Harm in Dance at #ICSSR2025

with Erin Sanchez, @mkolitsida.bsky.social , @gracetidmarsh.bsky.social , @maryquinton.bsky.social
@jenncumming.bsky.social

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Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · Mar 7

Looking forward to sharing the next chapter of our #safedanceresearch on 'Safeguarding and abuse prevention policies of UK Dance Organisations' at #ICSSR2025

with Erin Sanchez, @georgiabird.bsky.social , @mkolitsida.bsky.social , @gracetidmarsh.bsky.social , @maryquinton.bsky.social

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Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · Dec 20

Thanks! You are now added to the #dancepsychology starter pack.

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Dec 17

💡Showcasing talented postgraduate researchers💡

Today our team members @midwarika.bsky.social, Kirsty Brown, and Fiona Clarke presented their research at the annual postgraduate research day!

Read our latest post to find out more:
www.sprintproject.org/post/postgra...

#research #sportsscience

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Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · Dec 15

The final was a joy to watch!

The Guardian @theguardian.com · Dec 15

‘So proud’: praise for Strictly winners as show regains family TV crown

Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell lifted trophy in ‘highest-scoring final ever’, watched by more than 8 million It has been a difficult year for Strictly Come Dancing. Just six months ago, questions were mounting about whether the show should be axed…

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Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · Dec 14

My dog is a cocker spaniel with a inbuilt clock so always knows when it is walk time... Writing flow or not, I cannot ignore this face 😂

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Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · Dec 14

I also find the little and often approach can work well to maintain writing momentum, even if it is just a 10 min 'free writing' block.

Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · Dec 14

A reminder to plan a reward for the next draft I am writing.

Anna Clemens, PhD @annaclemens.com · Dec 10

Are you hoping to be able to say 'I like writing' someday?

Then my dog has a lesson for you! 🐾 😁

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#AcademicSky #Phdchat #ECRchat

5 Academic Writing Skills I Learned from My Dog

It might seem far-fetched but there are lots of parallels between dog training and academic writing! Here are 5 unexpected academic writing lessons -- courtesy of my dog Zuza.

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Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · Dec 14

I take my dog for a walk when I hit a difficult bit of writing. If really stuck, then I sound out the ideas with a co-author to get a different perspective. What do other people do? Let's build a list! #acwri #academicsky

Elizabeth @afroartnerd.bsky.social · Dec 14

Whenever I get to a difficult point in writing, I bake something to get my brain working in other ways. #acwri

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Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · Dec 14

Not sure about posting a reprint of your next journal article? Informative thread below for #academicsky & #openresearch of any career stage, particularly early.

I was also cautious of doing preprints at first but now see the benefits & also encourage pre-registrations & protocols.

Michael D. Green @michaeldgreen.com · Dec 14

I have a couple of papers I’m considering posting as a preprints. I’ve noticed language on allowing preprints at a lot of target journals I consider. Interested in people’s opinions on submitting preprints for early career folks. Especially in Population Health and Epidemiology #EpiSky #AcademicSky

Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · Dec 14

Has anyone done a syllabus infographic for their higher education module? This blog looks so helpful! @maryquinton.bsky.social maybe something for us to create for Sport & Mental Health? #academicsky

Jen Roberts, NBCT @jen.litandtech.com · Dec 14

🌈 Design nerds and educators, unite! I made you a comprehensive guide for creating eye-catching syllabus infographics from scratch. Pro tips included: word art tricks, color consistency, and design hacks. 📊 #EduSky

The Infographic Syllabus Template

Lit and Tech helps teachers integrate EdTech and literacy strategies to engage students, spark creativity, and improve classroom learning.

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Dec 13

🚨 New blog post alert 🚨

See our latest blog post to learn about one of our favourite research activities, public engagement! www.sprintproject.org/post/sprint-...

How do you engage with the public to share your research? Let us know in the comments ⬇️

#publicengagement #CPD #knowledgeexchange

SPRINT Project engage in public engagement

Kirsty, Maria and Michelle recently attended the University of Birmingham (UoB) public and cultural engagement day on Thursday 21st November at the Exchange. It was a great day for the team members t...

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Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Dec 12

Want to make your research process faster and more organised?

Every time a paper references another study that catches your attention, put it in the snowball column. It’s like creating a personalised research trail tailored to your topic.

#AcademicWriting #MastersStudent #University #StudySmart

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Dr Grace Tidmarsh @gracetidmarsh.bsky.social · Dec 12

Alongside all the staff & young people at St Basils, it has also been great to work alongside Prof. @jenncumming.bsky.social, Dr @maryquinton.bsky.social, @mkolitsida.bsky.social & Prof. Jessica Pykett. Thank you to the ESRC & Cooke and Wolstenholme Charitable Trust for their support & funding.

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Dr Grace Tidmarsh @gracetidmarsh.bsky.social · Dec 12

🔜 We look forward to sharing the full report on @thesprintproject.bsky.social website soon.

⏰️ In progress is also an academic paper on the co-developmental and feasibility of the bespoke soft outcomes tool developed as part of the evaluation and a policy brief.

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Dr Grace Tidmarsh @gracetidmarsh.bsky.social · Dec 12

🤝 Working with St Basil's to develop & implement the evaluation for this unique service that focuses on assessment & stabilisation has been key to action learning, understanding change mechanisms & providing evidence of proof of concept for a 1st of its kind youth homelessness service.

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Dr Grace Tidmarsh @gracetidmarsh.bsky.social · Dec 12

A real privilege to present the overview of a 3-year evaluation of St Basils Transition Hub service to Birmingham City Council today alongside @georgiabird.bsky.social

#youthhomelessness #servicedelivery #serviceevaluation #strengthsbased #implementation

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · Dec 12

Wondering who the faces are behind The SPRINT Project?

Let us introduce ourselves and see our individual profiles through the starter pack ⬇️

Watch this space as more of the team join bluesky 🦋

You can also learn more about us here: www.sprintproject.org/aboutus-meet...

go.bsky.app/NaSNU11

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Prof Jenn Cumming @jenncumming.bsky.social · Dec 12

Thanks @raulpachecovega.bsky.social for sharing your resource. I am a big fan of using spreadsheets in this way and often point my PhD students towards your website for inspiration and ideas!

Raul Pacheco-Vega @raulpachecovega.bsky.social · Dec 11

#RPVSky

I get "thank you" email notes quite frequently, and I just got one regarding my CSED (Conceptual Synthesis Excel Dump) method, so in celebration, here's how this strategy for literature reviews works:

www.raulpacheco.org/2016/06/synt...

Synthesizing different bodies of work in your literature review: The Conceptual Synthesis Excel Dump (CSED) technique

Since I'm writing a series of posts on literature reviews (and undertaking a few of

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