Ross Bouma

Ross Bouma serves as Department Chair and Associate Professor of Kinesiology at Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa, with over 15 years of teaching experience in physical education/health and 8 years of administrative leadership in athletics and education.

Educational background:

• Ed.D. in Kinesiology from University of North Carolina Greensboro (dissertation: decline of interscholastic sports officials and barriers for college athletes becoming officials)
• M.P.E. with athletic administration emphasis from Idaho State University
• B.A. from Dordt College

His research centers on sports administration challenges, particularly systemic barriers in sports officiating recruitment and retention, informed by extensive practical experience as coach across football, soccer, basketball, track, and golf. This work bridges academic theory with real-world athletic administration through his dual expertise in kinesiology and emergency medical services.

Professional engagement includes service on the Iowa High School Athletic Association's Basketball Advisory Committee (2013-14) and part-time emergency medical technician work with Orange City Area Health System.

No information available regarding student advising, research grants, or laboratory affiliations in the provided materials.