James Pivarnik, Michigan State University (IMAGE) Michigan State University Caption James Pivarnik is a professor of kinesiology and epidemiology at Michigan State University and is also the director of the Center for Physical Activity and Health. Credit Photo by Kurt Stepnitz. Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.