Tyler J Kybartas

Dr. Tyler Kybartas earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and Health Promotion from the University of Wyoming, where he was also a member of the University Swimming Team. He then completed his Master's of Science in Kinesiology and Health Promotion with an emphasis in Exercise Physiology from the University of Wyoming. Next, he spent one year conducting research at Children's Hospital, Colorado in the emergency department. Following Colorado, he earned his doctoral degree from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in Kinesiology and Sport Studies with an emphasis in Pediatric Exercise Physiology and a minor in Biostatistics and Epidemiology. Dr. Kybartas spent 6 years as an Assistant Professor at Illinois State University, where he achieved tenure and served as the Exercise Physiology Master's Program Coordinator. Following Illinois, Dr. Kybartas came to UNCW as a Lecturer. Currently, he has moved into an Assistant Professor role to continue his research, teaching, and service at UNCW.

Education

B.S. in Kinesiology and Health Promotion, University of Wyoming.
M.S. in Kinesiology and Health Promotion, University of Wyoming.
Ph.D. in Kinesiology and Sport Studies, University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Research Interests

Children's physical activity patterns and levels during unstructured free play time; Children's motivation for physical activity and how it is related to behaviors, obesity, and other wellness factors; Youth physical activity and cognition.