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Dr. Mark Bruner is a Professor at Nipissing University, holding the Canada Research Chair (Tier II) in Youth Development through Sport and Physical Activity. He is affiliated with the Schulich School of Education within the Faculty of Education and Professional Studies. His research focuses on group dynamics, social identity, and positive youth development in sport and physical activity contexts. Bruner leads initiatives such as the Nipissing University Youth Development through Sport and Physical Activity Laboratory.
Education:
- Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKin), McMaster University
- Master of Teaching (MTeach), Griffith University
- Master of Human Kinetics (MHK), University of Windsor
- PhD, University of Saskatchewan
Research Interests: Bruner examines how social identity and group dynamics shape youth behavior and development in sport. His work investigates interventions to enhance physical activity adherence, moral behavior in teams, and the design of supportive sport environments. Key themes include fostering social identity to promote pro-social behavior and long-term participation in sport.
Articles: His recent work explores identity leadership’s impact on mental health, cross-cultural studies of antisocial behavior in sport, and the application of social identity theory to youth development programs. These studies highlight his focus on practical interventions and theoretical advancements in sport psychology.
Awards:
- Canada Research Chair (Tier II) in Youth Development through Sport and Physical Activity (2015–present)
Advising & Grants: Bruner supervises graduate and undergraduate students, evident through co-authored publications. His CRC grant supports initiatives like the Together For Us (T4Us) intervention and the development of the Identity Leadership Inventory–Youth (ILI-Y).
Labs & Teams: The Youth Development through Sport and Physical Activity Laboratory at Nipissing University is central to his work, focusing on empirical studies and applied interventions to maximize the developmental benefits of sport participation.
