Christy Tipps

Christy Tipps is a Professor and Department Chair in the Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, within the College of Education and Human Services. With 26 years of experience at UWO, her expertise focuses on pedagogy, particularly in physical education teacher preparation, psychology of learning, motor development, and elementary physical education.

Education:

• Doctor of Education in Pedagogy (1988), West Virginia University
• M.S. in Educational Motor Development/Motor Learning (1985), West Virginia University
• B.S. in Physical Education (Elementary Emphasis, 1981), University of Wisconsin La Crosse

Research & Professional Experience: Prior to academia, she taught elementary physical education in WV and spent 15 summers teaching tennis and managing youth/adult programs in Chicago. Her teaching includes courses like Elementary Physical Education Methods, Supervision of Student Teachers, and Curriculum Design. She has also held leadership roles in the AAHPERD (American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance), serving as President of the American Association for Leisure & Recreation (2004-05) and President-Elect of the American Association for Physical Activity & Recreation (2005-06).

Labs/Teams: While no specific labs are mentioned, her work centers on educational administration and community programs, including 40 years of youth engagement through community initiatives.