JK Yun

JK Yun

Professor
Phone: (603) 862-0313
Office: Kinesiology, New Hampshire Hall, Durham, NH 03824
Websites:
Pronouns: He/him/his

<p>Joonkoo (J.K.) Yun, Ph.D., is a Full Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of New Hampshire. His professional career is dedicated to promoting full participation and active lifestyles among individuals with disabilities, aiming to reduce health and educational disparities through evidence-based practices.</p>
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<p>His scholarly work has focused on improving measurement practices and uncovering the underlying mechanisms that support physical activity participation. Dr. Yun has also played a significant role in educating and mentoring future leaders at the undergraduate, master’s, doctoral, and post-doctoral levels. He has served as the primary advisor for over 40 graduate students, including 18 doctoral students and post-doctoral research fellows.</p>
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<p>In his efforts to prepare highly qualified professionals in adapted physical activity, advance scientific knowledge, and improve professional practices, Dr. Yun has secured over $15 million in extramural funding, with more than $10 million as Principal Investigator.</p>
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<p>His leadership and service contributions include serving as President of the North American Federation of Adapted Physical Activity (NAFAPA) and organizing the 2018 NAFAPA conference. He has also served as an Associate Editor for <em>Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly</em> and <em>Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport</em>, among other professional service roles.</p>
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<p>Dr. Yun’s scholarly achievements have been recognized by multiple organizations. He was inducted as Fellow #643 into the National Academy of Kinesiology in 2023 and has delivered several invited lectures, including the <em>Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport</em> Distinguished Lecture.</p>

Courses Taught

  • HPE 653B: Biomechanics of Human Movement

Education

  • Ph.D., Human Performance, Indiana University

Selected Publications

  • Zhang, X., & Yun, J. (2025). The 20-Year Trend of Obesity and Recreational Screen Time Among Children Receiving Special Education Services. International Journal of Disability, Development and Education, 72(4), 721-736. doi:10.1080/1034912x.2024.2405928

  • Haegele, J. A., & Yun, J. (2025). Adapted Physical Activity in the United States: Considerations for the (Near) Future.. Adapt Phys Activ Q, 1-6. doi:10.1123/apaq.2025-0044

  • Zhang, X., & Yun, J. (2025). The Relationship Between High-Quality Physical Education, Physical Literacy, and Physical Activity Participation: A Retrospective Study From U.S. College Students.. Res Q Exerc Sport, 1-10. doi:10.1080/02701367.2025.2472943

  • Case, L., Yun, J., MacDonald, M., Hatfield, B. E., & Logan, S. W. (2025). Assessing the Use of Recommended Practices in Adapted Physical Activity/Education Experiential-Learning Programs.. Adapt Phys Activ Q, 42(1), 87-113. doi:10.1123/apaq.2023-0115

  • Jung, J., Case, L., Logan, S. W., & Yun, J. (2024). Physical Education Alternative Certification Programs: Learning Opportunities for Teacher Candidates. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 43(4), 587-596. doi:10.1123/jtpe.2023-0101

  • Case, L., Schram, B., Jung, J., Leung, W., & Yun, J. (2021). A meta-analysis of the effect of adapted physical activity service-learning programs on college student attitudes toward people with disabilities.. Disabil Rehabil, 43(21), 2990-3002. doi:10.1080/09638288.2020.1727575

  • Case, L., Ross, S., & Yun, J. (2020). Physical activity guideline compliance among a national sample of children with various developmental disabilities.. Disabil Health J, 13(2), 100881. doi:10.1016/j.dhjo.2019.100881

  • Hamm, J., & Yun, J. (2018). The motivational process for physical activity in young adults with autism spectrum disorder.. Disabil Health J, 11(4), 644-649. doi:10.1016/j.dhjo.2018.05.004

  • Nery-Hurwit, M., Yun, J., & Ebbeck, V. (2018). Examining the roles of self-compassion and resilience on health-related quality of life for individuals with Multiple Sclerosis.. Disabil Health J, 11(2), 256-261. doi:10.1016/j.dhjo.2017.10.010

  • Jin, J., Yun, J., & Agiovlasitis, S. (2018). Impact of enjoyment on physical activity and health among children with disabilities in schools.. Disabil Health J, 11(1), 14-19. doi:10.1016/j.dhjo.2017.04.004

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