Promotion, Dissemination, and Practical Application of Results and Findings in the Field of Physical Activity for Persons with Disabilities
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Early-Career
Development Series
NAFAPA is excited to launch a new Early Career Development Series, designed to support emerging scholars and professionals as they navigate fellowships, job applications, and the publishing process. Each session is hosted virtually and features experienced panelists ready to share insider tips and strategies.
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Pitching on Paper
October 23, 2025 | 6:30 PM EST
Enhance your fellowship, PhD, and postdoc applications. Learn how to craft a winning one-pager that highlights YOU, sets you apart from the competition, and knocks your application out of the park.
Jumping into the Job Market
November 13, 2025 | 6:30 PM EST
Designed to support early-career scholars navigating the academic hiring process. Whether you're applying for postdoctoral positions, tenure-track roles, or teaching-focused appointments, this session will offer valuable guidance from professionals with firsthand experience on both sides of the search.
Oregon State University
Dr. Megan MacDonald is a professor of kinesiology, the early childhood research core director at the Hallie E. Ford Center for Children and Families, and the OSU IMPACT for Life faculty scholar – all housed within the College of Health. She is also the school head for Exercise, Sport, and Health Sciences. Her vision is that every child is active and accepted.
Dr. Megan MacDonald
Dr. Joonkoo (J.K.) Yun
Dr. Jookoo (J.K.) Yun 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.
University of New Hampshire
University of Alberta
Dr. Nancy Spencer
Engaging in meaningful relationships with the community is foundational to Dr. Nancy Spencer's scholarship that explores belonging and inclusion in the contexts of play, (para)sport, physical activity, and recreation. Nancy is a Professor and Vice Dean in the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation at the University of Alberta, Canada.
California State University, San Bernardino
Dr. Lindsey Nowland
Dr. Lindsey Nowland joined the Department of Kinesiology at CSU San Bernardino in Fall 2024 as an Assistant Professor in Adapted Physical Education. Her research focuses on enhancing physical education experiences for students with disabilities. Her recent work includes developiong a scale to measure self-efficacy among physical educators.
