Sports and Exercise Science
BS
Barry university
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Staff
Staff
Samuel Romy Vilmeau
Academic and Career Advisor
Department/Office
- Academic Center for Excellence, Office of Undergraduate Studies
Biography
Samuel Romy Vilmeau is an Academic and Career Advisor in the Department of Undergraduate Studies. He earned his Associate of Arts degree from Miami Dade College and his Bachelor of Science in Sport and Exercise Science from Barry University. He continued his graduate education at Barry, studying Kinesiology and Human Performance, where he served as a graduate assistant in the Biomechanics Laboratory and taught Kinesiology and Essentials of Exercise Physiology labs.
While in graduate school, Mr. Vilmeau worked at Miami Dade College as a Success Coach, an experience that deepened his interest in academic advising and holistic student support. His research has been presented at the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Greater New York Chapter, where he received multiple awards.
A proud first-generation and immigrant college graduate, Mr. Vilmeau is committed to helping students navigate the challenges of higher education. He believes that success is rarely achieved alone and strives to be a part of every student's support network. His advising approach emphasizes collaboration, equity, and personal growth.
Education & Expertise
Education
Kinesiology and Human Performance
MS
Barry University
Associate's degree in physical education
AA
Miami Dade College
Research
Research
Specialty
Human Performance and Injury PreventionAccomplishments
Accomplishments
Dean Award
Barry University – Presented during the 2023 Commencement Ceremony
Publications and Presentations
Publications and Presentations
Identifying Anger through Gait and Balance Analysis using Machine Learning Models
Vilmeau, S. R., Boolani, A., Stamatis, A., & Papadakis, Z. (2023). Identifying anger through gait and balance analysis using machine learning models. International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings, 15(2), Article 5.
Differences in Reach Scores Between Three Upper Quarter Y-Balance Test Versions in Older Adults
Vilmeau, S. R., Amasay, T., Etchebaster, M., & Cedeno, R. (2023). Differences in reach scores between three upper quarter Y-balance test versions in older adults. International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings, 2(15), Article 108.
The impact of physical activity on cognitive function in older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Vilmeau, S. R., Panoutsakopoulos, V., Kollias, I., & Papadakis, Z. (2023). The impact of physical activity on cognitive function in older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis. School of Physical Education and Sports Science, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.
Advanced Management of Complex Foot Pathology in a Senior Recreational Athlete
Vilmeau, S. R., Siddiq, B., Gravvanis, N., LeBlanc, B., Papadakis, Z., & Stamatis, A. (2024). Advanced management of complex foot pathology in a senior recreational athlete. International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings, 15(4), Article 34.
Body Mass Index Misclassifies Obesity in Firefighters
Vilmeau, S. R., Beitia, P., Stamatis, A., & Papadakis, Z. (2023). Body mass index misclassifies obesity in firefighters. International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings, 15(3), Article 19.
Gender Performance Differences in Standard Upper Quarter Y-Balance Test and Two Modified Versions
Vilmeau, S. R., Amasay, T., Etchebaster, M., & Cedeno, R. (2022). Gender performance differences in standard upper quarter Y-balance test and two modified versions. International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings, 2(14), Article 88.
The Relation Between Measured Subject’s Body Fat Percentage and Three Upper Quarter Y-Balance Test Variations in College Students
Cedeno, R., Amasay, T., Etchebaster, M., & Vilmeau, S. R. (2022). The relation between measured subject’s body fat percentage and three upper quarter Y-balance test variations in college students. International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings, 2(14), Article 89.
The Effects of Using Three Upper Quarter Y-Balance Test Variations on the Obese Population
Cedeno, R., Amasay, T., Vilmeau, S. R., & Etchebaster, M. (2023). The effects of using three Upper Quarter Y-Balance Test variations on the obese population. Barry University, Miami Shores, FL.
Facemask Type Impacts Dyspnea During Maximal Exercise Testing, but Mental Toughness Does Not Mediate
Ramus-Wright, D., Rincon Cortes, A., Vilmeau, S. R., Stamatis, A., & Papadakis, Z. (2023). Facemask type impacts dyspnea during maximal exercise testing, but mental toughness does not mediate. International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings, 15(2), Article 10
A Comparison of Constrained and Unconstrained Upper Quarter Y-Balance Tests Performance in the Adult Active Population
Etchebaster, M., Amasay, T., Cedeno, R., & Vilmeau, S. R. (2022). A comparison of constrained and unconstrained Upper Quarter Y-Balance Tests performance in the adult active population. International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings, 2(14), Article 91.