Kara Kehe

Kara Kehe is an Assistant Professor of Instruction and Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Department of Sport and Recreation Management at the University of Iowa. Her expertise focuses on leadership development, sports coaching, and peak performance. She oversees the Coaching Authorization program fulfilling Iowa licensure requirements and supports distance education students pursuing online degrees.

Education:

• M.A., Sport, Health, Leisure, and Physical Studies (Athletics Administration Concentration), University of Iowa
• B.A., Accounting and Business Administration (Finance Concentration), Wartburg College

Research interests emphasize coaching education, metacognition in applied learning, and high-impact collaborations within athletics. She actively presents at national conferences like the North American Coach Development Summit and Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) events.

Professional affiliations include the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA), WeCOACH, and the United States Center for Coaching Excellence (USCCE). Certified in Sports Injury and Personal Fitness Training through NESTA, she also holds a Teaching Online Certificate from Quality Matters.