Ransdell, L. B., Dinger, M. K., White, J., Miller, K. H. Developing effective physical activity programs. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics. (in press).

Han, J. L., & Dinger, M. K. Validity of a self-administered 3-day physical activity recall in young adults. American Journal of Health Education. (in press).

Han, J. L., Dinger, M. K., Hull, H. R., Randall, N. B., Heesch, K. C., & Fields, D. A. Changes in women’s physical activity during the transition to college. American Journal of Health Education. (in press).

Hull, H. R., Dinger, M. K., Knehans, A. W., Thompson, D. M., & Fields, D. A. (2008). Impact of maternal body mass index on neonate birthweight and body composition. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 198:416.e1-416.e6.

Rice, K. R., Heesch, K. C., Dinger, M. K., Fields, D. A. (2008). Effects of two brief interventions on women’s understanding of moderate-intensity physical activity. Journal of Physical Activity and Health, 5(1), 58-73.

Dinger, M. K., Heesch, K. C., Cipriani, G., & Qualls, M. (2007). Comparison of two email-delivered, pedometer-based interventions to promote walking among insufficiently active women. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 10(5), 297-302.

Dinger, M. K. (2007). Vigorous and moderate physical activity among U.S. adults – A reaction to Seo and Torabi. American Journal of Health Education, 38(3), 175-176.

Behrens, T. K., & Dinger, M. K. (2007). Motion sensor reactivity in physically active young adults. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 78(1), 1-8.

Behrens, T. K., Dinger, M. K., Vesely, S. K., & Fields, D. A. (2007). Accuracy of step recording in free-living adults. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 78(5), 542-547.

Hull, H. R., Heesch, K. C., Morrow, M. L., Dinger, M. K., & Fields, D. A. (2007). Fat distribution changes during the freshman year of college in females: A pear or an apple? International Journal of Body Composition Research, 5(2), 45-50.

Hull, H. R., Morrow, M. L., Heesch, K. C., Dinger, M. K., Han, J. L., & Fields, D. A. (2007). Effect of the summer months on body weight and composition in college women. Journal of Women’s Health, 16(10), 1510-1515.

Hull, H. R., Morrow, M. L., Dinger, M. K., Han, J. L., & Fields, D. A. (2007). Characterization of body weight and composition changes during the sophomore year of college. BMC Women’s Health, 7(1):21 doi:10.1186/1472-6874-7-21.

Randall, N. B., Han, J. L., Dinger, M. K., Heesch, K. C., Fields, D. A., & Knehans, A. W. (2007). Changes in women’s physical activity over their freshman year of college. American Journal of Health Studies, 22(1), 42-45.

Dinger, M. K., Behrens, T. K., & Han, J. L. (2006). Validity and reliability of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire in college students. American Journal of Health Education, 37(6), 337-343.

Dinger, M. K. & Behrens, T. K. (2006). Accelerometer-determined physical activity of free-living college students. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 38(4), 774-779.

Dinger, M. K., Heesch, K. C., & McClary, K. R. (2005). Feasibility of a minimal contact intervention to promote walking among insufficiently active women. American Journal of Health Promotion, 20(1), 2-6.

Behrens, T. K., & Dinger, M. K. (2005). Ambulatory physical activity patterns of college students. American Journal of Health Education, 36(4), 221-227.

Behrens, T. K., Hawkins, S. B., & Dinger, M. K. (2005). Relationship between objectively measured steps and time spent in physical activity among free-living college students. Measurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science, 9(2), 67-77.

Heesch, K. C., Dinger, M. K., McClary, K. R., & Rice, K. R. (2005). Experiences of women in a minimal contact pedometer-based intervention: A qualitative study. Women and Health, 41(2), 97-116.

Dinger, M. K ., Oman, R. F., Taylor, E. L., Vesely, S. K., & Able, J. (2004). Stability and convergent validity of the Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly (PASE). The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness, 44 (2), 186-192.
 
DuVall, C., Dinger, M. K., Taylor, E. L. & Bemben, D. (2004). Minimal contact physical activity interventions in women: A pilot study. American Journal of Health Behavior, 28(3), 280-286.

Behrens, T. K., & Dinger, M. K. (2003). A preliminary investigation of college students' physical activity patterns. American Journal of Health Studies, 18(2/3), 169-172.

Dinger, M. K. (2003). Reliability and convergent validity of the National College Health Risk Behavior Survey physical activity items. American Journal of Health Education, 34(3), 162-166.

Dinger, M. K., Ogletree, R. J., Vesely, S. K. (2002). The impact of a visit to a health education center on students' knowledge of puberty and reproduction. The Health Educator, 34(2), 31-34.

Watts, P. R., Dinger, M. K., & Justice, K. A. (2002). Impact of six show-me state summer institutes on coordinated school health programs in Missouri. Missouri Journal of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 12, 27-40.

Ogletree, R. J., Dinger, M. K., & Vesely, S. K. (2001). Associations between number of lifetime partners and other health behaviors. American Journal of Health Behavior, 25(6), 537-544.

Ransdell, L. B., Dinger, M. K., Cooke, C., & Beske, S. (2001). Factors related to publication productivity in a sample of female health educators. American Journal of Health Behavior, 25(5), 468-480.

Dinger, M. K., & Vesely, S. K. (2001). Relationships between physical activity and other health-related behaviors in a representative sample of U. S. college students. American Journal of Health Education, 32(2), 83-88.

Dinger, M. K., Ransdell, L., Massie, J., & Wood, R. (2000). Use of the Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health among CHES. Journal of Health Education, 31(5), 287-291.

Dinger, M. K. (2000). Health-risk behaviors of physically active and inactive high school and college females. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 71(7), 19-22, 29.

Dinger, M. K., Massie, J., & Ransdell, L. (2000). Physical activity among Certified Health Education Specialists. Journal of Health Education, 31(2), 98-104.

Dinger, M. K., Ogletree, R. J., & Johnson, D. (2000). Assessment of health knowledge after "A Healthy Adventure." Journal of School Health, 70(3), 104-106.

Dinger, M. K. (1999). Physical activity and dietary intake among college students. American Journal of Health Studies, 15(3), 139-148.

Dinger, M. K., & Parsons, N. P. (1999). Sexual activity among college students living in residence halls and fraternity or sorority housing. Journal of Health Education, 30(4), 242-246, 260.

Watts, P. R., Dinger, M. K., Baldwin, K. A., Sisk, R. J., Brockschmidt, B. A., & McCubbin, J. E. (1999). Accessibility and perceived value of health services in five western Illinois rural communities. The Journal of Community Health, 24(2), 147-157.

Dinger, M. K. (1999). Physical activity: An update for health educators.  The International Electronic Journal of Health Education [Online], 2(2), 81-81.  Available: http://131.230.221.136/iejhe/[1999, April 1].

Dinger, M. K. (1998). Physical activity: How much is enough? Parks and Recreation Journal, 33(8), 26-32.

Dinger, M. K., Watts, P. R., & Barnes, J. T. (1998). Development of the wellness knowledge, attitude, and behavior instrument. Measurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science, 2(2), 69-83.

Johnson, D. E., Dinger, M. K., & Watts, P. R. (1998). Efficacy of elementary school instruction involving a visit to a health education center: A preliminary investigation. Illinois Journal for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 41, 8-10.

Dinger, M. K., & Waigandt, A. (1997). Dietary intake and physical activity behaviors among male and female college students. American Journal of Health Promotion, 11(5), 360-362.

Dinger, M. K., Waigandt, A., & Soto-Torres, B. (1996). Sexuality behaviors among college students: Risky business. Missouri Journal of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 6, 10-20.

Dinger, M. K. (1995). Leisure time physical activity: How little is enough? Missouri Journal of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 5, 11-18.

Dinger, M. K., Watts, P. R., Waigandt, A., & Whittet, C. (1992). A nationwide survey of college and university student wellness programs. Journal of the National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association, 17(1), 44-48.

Behrens, T. K. & Dinger, M. K. Accelerometer and pedometer step comparisons in free-living adults. American College of Sports Medicine national conference, Indianapolis, IN, May 28, 2008. Abstract: Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 40(5 Suppl.), S199.

Han, J. L., Randall, N. B., Hull, H. R., Dinger, M. K., Heesch, K. C., & Fields, D. A. Changes in women’s physical activity from high school to college. Research Consortium presentation at the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance national conference, Fort Worth, TX, April 9, 2008. Abstract: Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 79(1 Suppl.), A23.

Mallow, L. D., Dinger, M. K., & Taylor, E. L. Physical activity and quality of life in rural older adults. Research Consortium presentation at the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance national conference, Fort Worth, TX, April 9, 2008. Abstract: Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 79(1 Suppl.), A26.

Hull, H. R., Dinger, M. K., Knehans, A. W., Thompson, D. M., & Fields, D. A. Impact of maternal body mass index on neonate birth weight and body composition. North American Association for the Study of Obesity national conference, New Orleans, LA, October 21, 2007. Abstract: Obesity, 15(146-OR), A46.

Fields, D. A., Hull, H. R., Dinger, M. K., Knehans, A. W., Thompson, D. M., & Pratt, L. Effect of gestational age on birth weight and composition. North American Association for the Study of Obesity national conference, New Orleans, LA, October 21, 2007. Abstract: Obesity, 15(227-P), A72.

Boyle, C. A., Hawkins, S. B., Dinger, M. K., & Fields, D. A. Association between accelerometer-determined summer time physical activity and body composition in adolescents. Research Consortium presentation at the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance national conference, Baltimore, MD, March 16, 2007. Abstract: Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 78(1 Suppl.), A25.

Han, J. L., Randall, N. B., Boyle, C. A., Dinger, M. K., Heesch, K. C., & Fields, D. A. Physical activity changes among females during their freshman year of college. American Association for Health Education presentation at the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance national conference, Baltimore, MD, March 16, 2007.

Hull, H., Brewer, A., Dinger, M. K., & Fields, D. A. The effect of the holiday season on body weight and composition in college students. North American Association for the Study of Obesity national conference, Boston, MA, October 22, 2006. Abstract: Obesity, 14(473-P), A149.

Hull, H., Brewer, A., Dinger, M. K., & Fields, D. A. Effect of the Thanksgiving holiday on body weight in college students. North American Association for the Study of Obesity national conference, Boston, MA, October 22, 2006. Abstract: Obesity, 14(472-P), A149.

Dinger, M. K., Han, J. L., & Behrens, T. K. Convergent validity and reliability of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire in college students. American College of Sports Medicine national conference, Denver, CO, June 3, 2006. Abstract: Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 38(5 Suppl.), S562.

Behrens, T. K. & Dinger, M. K.. Does reactivity occur when objectively measuring physical activity in free-living young adults? American College of Sports Medicine national conference, Denver, CO, June 3, 2006. Abstract: Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 38(5 Suppl.), S554.

Rice, K. R., Heesch, K. C., Dinger, M. K., Fields, D. A. Effects of two brief interventions on women’s understanding of moderate intensity physical activity. American College of Sports Medicine national conference, Denver, CO, May 31, 2006. Abstract: Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 38(5 Suppl.), S251-252.
 
Behrens, T. K., Han, J. L., & Dinger, M. K. Body mass index and physical activity in young adult women: A preliminary investigation. Research Consortium presentation at the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance national conference, Salt Lake City, UT, April 27, 2006. Abstract: Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 77(1 Suppl.), A23-24.

Behrens, T. K., Dinger, M. K., & Kosti, P. Relationship between steps per day and body composition in adult women: A preliminary investigation. International Congress on Physical Activity and Public Health, Atlanta, GA, April 18, 2006.

Fields, D. A., Morrow, M., Randall, N., Dinger, M. K., & Knehans, A. W. Freshman fifteen: Fact or fiction? North American Association for the Study of Obesity national conference, Vancouver, British Columbia, October 16, 2005. Abstract: Obesity Research, 13(257-P), A66.

Behrens, T. K., Dinger, M. K., Vesely, S. K., & Fields, D. A. Validity of participant recorded pedometer step logs in free-living adults. American College of Sports Medicine Walking for Health: Measurement and Research Issues and Challenges conference, Urbana-Champaign, IL, October 15, 2005.

Behrens, T. K. & Dinger, M. K. An examination of accumulated steps per day in free-living college students. Research Consortium presentation at the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance national conference, Chicago, IL, April 13, 2005. Abstract: Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 76(1 Suppl.), A33.

McClary, K. R., Dinger, M. K., Heesch, K. C., Qualls, M. D., & Rice, K. R. Can a minimal contact physical activity intervention increase leisure-time physical activity in sedentary women? American Association for Health Education presentation at the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance national conference, Chicago, IL, April 14, 2005.

Rice, K. R., Heesch, K. C., Dinger, M. K., & McClary, K. R. Reactions of women to a minimal contact pedometer-based intervention. American Association for Health Education presentation at the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance national conference, Chicago, IL, April 14, 2005.

Heesch, K. C., Dinger, M. K., & Qualls, M. D. Impact of a minimal contact, pedometer-based intervention on sedentary women’s physical activity. American Academy of Health Behavior national conference, Charleston, SC, February 20, 2005.

Behrens, T. K. & Dinger, M. K.Objective physical activity assessment in college students: Effects of accelerometer data reduction. Central States Chapter American College of Sports Medicine regional conference, Kansas City, MO, October 1, 2004.

Qualls, M. D., Dinger, M. K. , Heesch, K. C., McClary, K. R., & Rice, K. R. Effects of a pedometer-based minimal contact physical activity intervention in sedentary women. Central States Chapter American College of Sports Medicine regional conference, Kansas City, MO, October 1, 2004.

Ainsworth, B. E., Dinger, M. K., Ransdell, L. B., & Tudor-Locke, C. Conducting and evaluating physical activity interventions with women: Issues and controversies. Symposium presentation at the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance national conference, New Orleans, LA, March 31, 2004.
 
Behrens, T. K., White, S. B., Dinger, M. K., & Heesch, K. C. Do female college students understand the current public health physical activity recommendation? American Association for Health Education presentation at the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance national conference, New Orleans, LA, April 2, 2004.
 
Hawkins, S. B., Behrens, T. K. & Dinger, M. K. Examination of moderate physical activity in college students: Is 10,000 steps enough to meet the current recommendation? Research Consortium presentation at the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance national conference, New Orleans, LA, March 31, 2004. Abstract: Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 75(1 Suppl.), A23. 
 
Dinger, M. K. & Behrens, T. K. Objectively assessed moderate physical activity in college students. American Academy of Health Behavior national conference, Sedona, AZ, February 29, 2004.

Behrens, T. K., Hawkins, S. B., & Dinger, M. K. Comparison of objectively measured moderate physical activity among college students, Central States Chapter American College of Sports Medicine regional conference, Kansas City, MO, October 10, 2003. 

Bemben, D. A., Griffith, M. G., Bemben, M. G., & Dinger, M. K. Occupational physical activity and bone density in older men. American College of Sports Medicine national conference, San Francisco, CA, May 28, 2003. Abstract: Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 35(May 2003 Suppl.), S20.

Behrens, T. K. & Dinger, M. K. Ambulatory physical activity patterns among college students, American Association for Health Education presentation at the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance national conference, Philadelphia, PA, April 2, 2003.

Dinger, M. K., DuVall, C., Taylor, E. L., & Bemben, D. A preliminary investigation of three lifestyle interventions on physical activity among women, American Academy of Health Behavior national conference, St. Augustine, FL, March 18, 2003. Received a honorable mention research poster award

Dinger, M. K. Reliability and convergent validity of the National College Health Risk Behavior Survey physical activity items, American College of Sports Medicine national conference, St. Louis, MO, June 1, 2002. Abstract: Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 34(May 2002 Suppl.), S264.

Taylor, E. L., Williams, C., Bemben, M. G., & Dinger, M. K. Relationship between performance-based and self-report measures of physical function in resistance trained older adults, Research Consortium Session at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance national conference, San Diego, CA, April 11, 2002. Abstract: Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 73(March 2002 Suppl.), A13.

Dinger, M. K., Ogletree, R. J, & Vesely, S. K. Evaluation of the Life Begins program, American Association for Health Education national conference, San Diego, CA, April 10, 2002.

Dye, C., Dinger, M. K., Liller, K., & Ransdell, L. Issues for women researchers, Invited Presenter at the American Academy of Health Behavior national conference, Napa, CA, March 25, 2002.

DuVall, C., Gooden, L., Griffith, M. & Dinger, M. K. Assessment of physical activity patterns among college students, Central States Chapter American College of Sports Medicine regional conference, Kansas City, MO, October 19, 2001.

Dinger, M. K., Oman, R., Taylor, E. L., & Vesely, S. K. Validity and reliability of the PASE in rural elderly, American College of Sports Medicine national conference, Baltimore, MD, May 31, 2001. Abstract: Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 33(May 2001 Suppl.), S118.

Taylor, E. L., Dinger, M. K., & Oman, R. Relationship between physical activity and self-reported physical functioning in older adults, American College of Sports Medicine national conference, Baltimore, MD, May 31, 2001. Abstract: Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 33(May 2001 Suppl.), S124.

Ogletree, R. J., Dinger, M. K., & Vesely, S. K. Associations between lifetime sexual partners and health risk behaviors in a representative sample of United States college students, Research Consortium Session at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance national conference, Cincinnati, OH, March 30, 2001. Abstract: Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 72(March 2001 Suppl.), A33.

Dinger, M. K. Practical assessment of physical activity, Invited Presenter at the Central States Chapter American College of Sports Medicine regional conference, Kansas City, MO, October 20, 2000.

Dinger, M. K., Welshimer, K. J., Boushey, C. J., & Anderson, S. L. Exploring the validity of a physical activity stage of change questionnaire, American College of Sports Medicine national conference, Indianapolis, IN, June 3, 2000. Abstract: Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise,32(May 2000 Suppl.), S328.

Massie, J., Wood, R., Dinger, M. K., & Ransdell, L. Use of the Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health among Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES), American Association for Health Education national conference, Orlando, FL, March 23, 2000.

Massie, J., Dinger, M. K., & Ransdell, L. Physical activity among Certified Health Education Specialists, American Association for Health Education national conference, Boston, MA, April 22, 1999. 

Dinger, M. K. College students’ knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors regarding physical activity, nutrition, and stress management, American Association for Health Education national conference, St. Louis, MO, March 20, 1997. 

Barnes, J. T., & Dinger, M. K. The impact of an undergraduate health education class on students’ wellness knowledge, attitude, and behavior, American Association for Health Education national conference, St. Louis, MO, March 21, 1997.

Dinger, M. K., & Barnes, J. T. An instrument to measure college students’ knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors regarding wellness concepts, Association for the Advancement of Health Education national conference, Atlanta, GA, April 17, 1996.

Dinger, M. K.  Development and validation of the Wellness Knowledge, Attitude, and Behavior Instrument, Research Consortium Session at American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance national conference, Denver, CO, April 14, 1994. Abstract: Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 65(Suppl.), A56.

Dinger, M. K., Waigandt, A., & Watts, P. Components and evaluation of student wellness programs, Association for the Advancement of Health Education national conference, Indianapolis, IN, April 10, 1992.