Brock McMullen

Brock McMullen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Exercise & Sport Science at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. He holds leadership roles as Director of the Physical, Adapted, and School Health Education Program; Director of the Adapted Physical Education Graduate Program; and Director of the Center on Disability Health and Adapted Physical Activity. His academic career spans roles from Assistant Professor (2018-2024) to his current position since 2024.

Education:

• B.S., University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, Physical Education and Adapted Physical Education
• M.S., University of Utah, Adapted Physical Education
• Ph.D., University of Utah, Sport Pedagogy and Sport Psychology

Research & Teaching Focus: Specializes in Adapted Physical Education, with emphasis on inclusive physical education practices, curriculum development, and supporting individuals with disabilities through sport and physical activity. His work addresses high-intensity needs in children with disabilities, integrating interdisciplinary approaches.

Awards/Grants:

• $1.25M federal grant (2020) to enhance training programs for school psychologists and adapted physical educators serving children with high-intensity needs.

Teaching & Advising: Teaches courses including ESS 435/535 (Sport for Persons with Disabilities) and directs clinical internships. Advises programs impacting teacher preparation and community initiatives like adaptive bike training programs.

Labs/Teams: Leads the Center on Disability Health and Adapted Physical Activity, fostering research and community outreach in disability health and adapted physical activity.