Maria Donovan

Maria Donovan is a PAC Instructor at Oregon State University's School of Exercise, Sport, and Health Sciences. With over 30 years of teaching experience across pre-k, K-12, and college levels, she has taught in the Philippines, Iceland, Japan, and the U.S. Her certifications in Zumba, Aqua Zumba, and water combat reflect her focus on fitness and physical activity education. A polyglot, she speaks Tagalog, Ilokano, Icelandic, Japanese, Spanish, and her native languages.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in secondary education with a focus on history and languages.

Her professional journey has been shaped by extensive travel due to her husband's naval career, exposing her to diverse cultural and educational contexts. Donovan actively promotes health and wellness through her instructional programs and maintains a rigorous personal fitness regimen.