Jungsu Ryu

Jungsu Ryu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Marketing, Management Information Systems, & Entrepreneurship at Marshall University's Lewis College of Business. Her research focuses on the intersection of sport participation, aging, and well-being, particularly examining psychological and social benefits of physical activity among older adults. She teaches courses in sport management, including sport sociology, tourism, leadership, esports business management, and research methods.

Her work has been published in journals such as the Journal of Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism Education and Journal of Applied Gerontology. She explores topics like pickleball's role in active aging, leisure activity impacts on mental health, and the mediating role of social capital in sport-related happiness.

Though no awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided text, her extensive publication record highlights a dedicated focus on aging populations and leisure's societal contributions. She supervises no listed advisees but actively engages in teaching and research collaborations within sport management and gerontology fields.

Ryu's research bridges academic disciplines, emphasizing practical applications in community health programs and event management pedagogy. Her work underscores the importance of physical activity and leisure in promoting holistic well-being among older adults.