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YooJung Rhee is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Education & Recreation at Gallaudet University’s Human Services and Sciences school. She teaches courses such as PER-240 Diversity Topics in Sports and Recreation, PER-350 Event Planning and Management, and PER-410 Management of Physical Education, Recreation, and Sports, with a focus on inclusive pedagogy and accessibility for deaf/hard-of-hearing students.
- Specializes in bilingual education frameworks for deaf/hard-of-hearing populations in sports and recreation contexts
- Research explores legal aspects of sport/recreation, abusive leadership dynamics, and athlete satisfaction
- Engaged in curriculum development for experiential learning systems
Research Trends: Her scholarly work bridges sport management and accessibility, emphasizing deaf/hard-of-hearing inclusivity in athletic environments and leadership behaviors. Key themes include legal compliance (ADA), cross-cultural justice, and athlete engagement.
Professional Contributions: Actively involved in academic service through committee roles (Reappointment Committees, Faculty Guidelines Committee) and program coordination (Sport Management Minor Program). Has reviewed manuscripts for Frontiers in Sports and Active Living and presented at the Sport & Recreation Law Association (SRLA) conference.