معرفی
Mikala Jones is a Professor at the University of Windsor's Faculty of Human Kinetics, leading initiatives in inclusive fitness and adapted physical activity. She co-founded the Adapted Physical Exercise (APEX) program, which partners with Community Living Essex County to provide biweekly physical training sessions for adults with disabilities at the Toldo Lancer Centre.
Research Focus: Her work emphasizes accessible exercise programs, promoting health equity through structured fitness interventions. The APEX program highlights her dedication to bridging gaps in physical activity access for marginalized groups.
Awards:
- Recipient of the Student Leadership Award for EDI in Research (2023) from the Office of Research and Innovation Services.
Advising & Community Engagement: Supervises volunteers and students in delivering the APEX program, fostering collaboration between academic institutions and community organizations. This initiative reflects her commitment to real-world applications of research in human kinetics.
Labs/Teams: Core member of the APEX program team, which includes collaborators like Chad Sutherland and Sean Horton, advancing inclusive fitness practices.
