Authored by
Marquell Johnson
Title

Marquell Johnson, Ph.D.

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Professor
Director of P.R.I.D.E. Programs
Department Chairperson
Content type
College of Health and Human Sciences
Kinesiology Department

Contact Information

Office
McPhee Physical Education Center 221
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
105 Garfield Avenue
P.O. Box 4004
Eau Claire, WI 54702-4004
Phone
715-836-3948
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Biography

Biography

Awards:

  • Dr. Ron Satz Teacher/Scholar Award (2017).College of Education & Human Sciences
  • Excellence in Mentoring in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity award (2016). Office of Research & Sponsored Programs
  • UWEC Excellence in Service-Learning as a Faculty Mentor Award (2014). The Center for Service-Learning
  • Reta &David Martell Distinguished Service Award (2014);The Arc Eau Claire, Inc.
  • Teaching Honor/Adapted Physical Educator Award (2012);Wisconsin Health and Physical Education Association (WHPE)
  • Outstanding Young Alumni Award (2007);Huntingdon College National Alumni Board
Education

Education

  • Doctorate of Philosophy, 2008 Oregon State University, Major: Exercise and Sport Science (Concentration: Movement Studies in Disability), Minor: Exercise Physiology
  • Master of Science Degree, 2004 University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, Major: Exercise and Sport Science (Concentration: Adapted Physical Education)
  • Bachelor of Arts Degree, 2001 Huntingdon College (AL), Major: Human Performance and Kinesiology (Concentration: Physical Education) 
  • American Red Cross: CPR/AED
  • NSCA-Certified Strength &Conditioning Specialist (NSCA-CSCS)
  • ACSM/NCHPAD Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer (CIFT)
Teaching and Research Interests

Teaching and Research Interests

  • Adapted Physical Activity and Motor Development 
  • Rehabilitation Science
  • Research Methods
  • Physical activity and health behaviors of individuals with disabilities
  • Exploring validity evidence of objective physical activity monitors for various populations
  • Inclusion practices to increase opportunities for children with disabilities in physical education
  • Community-Based Physical Activity Programming for Individuals with Disabilities