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Biography:
Kristin Hoffner is a principal lecturer in the College of Health Solutions. She has been teaching at ASU within the kinesiology program since 2003, during which she was also a student in the same program. Since receiving her degree in 2006, she has continued to teach and work within this program, and seen it through many changes (in curriculum, campus, college and school!). Her main focus as a teaching faculty member is the students. Hoffner works dilligently with her colleagues to ensure that the program promotes student-centered learning. The program's faculty members pride themselves on developing challenging, relevant courses that utilize many different evidence-based pedagogical styles and methods. We prepare students for success in graduate school and careers within health and healthcare.
Hoffner's research interests include exercise psychology, exercise and depression, exercise and anxiety, health psychology, behavior change theory, motivational theory, sport psychology, coaching behaviors, team cohesion, self esteem, motivation, optimal performance and performance psychology.
Education:
- M.S. Kinesiology (Sport and Exercise Psychology), Arizona State University 2006
- B.A. Kinesiology (Sport Management and Communications), University of Michigan-Ann Arbor 2003
Research Interests:
Exercise psychology, exercise and depression, exercise and anxiety, health psychology, behavior change theory, motivational theory, sport psychology, coaching behaviors, team cohesion, self esteem, motivation, optimal performance, performance psychology.
| Summer 2022 | |
|---|---|
| Course Number | Course Title |
| KIN 348 | Psych Skills for Optimal Perf |
| KIN 352 | Psychosocial Aspects/Phys Act |
| CHS 394 | Special Topics |
| Spring 2022 | |
|---|---|
| Course Number | Course Title |
| KIN 348 | Psych Skills for Optimal Perf |
| CHS 394 | Special Topics |
| KIN 450 | Biopsychosocial Perspectives |
| KIN 454 | Motivational Theory Exe/Health |
| CHS 493 | Honors Thesis |
| Fall 2021 | |
|---|---|
| Course Number | Course Title |
| KIN 348 | Psych Skills for Optimal Perf |
| KIN 352 | Psychosocial Aspects/Phys Act |
| CHS 394 | Special Topics |
| KIN 450 | Biopsychosocial Perspectives |
| CHS 492 | Honors Directed Study |
| CHS 493 | Honors Thesis |
| Summer 2021 | |
|---|---|
| Course Number | Course Title |
| KIN 348 | Psych Skills for Optimal Perf |
| KIN 352 | Psychosocial Aspects/Phys Act |
| Spring 2021 | |
|---|---|
| Course Number | Course Title |
| KIN 348 | Psych Skills for Optimal Perf |
| CHS 394 | Special Topics |
| KIN 454 | Motivational Theory Exe/Health |
| CHS 492 | Honors Directed Study |
| CHS 494 | Special Topics |
| Fall 2020 | |
|---|---|
| Course Number | Course Title |
| KIN 348 | Psych Skills for Optimal Perf |
| KIN 352 | Psychosocial Aspects/Phys Act |
| CHS 394 | Special Topics |
| CHS 494 | Special Topics |
| Summer 2020 | |
|---|---|
| Course Number | Course Title |
| KIN 352 | Psychosocial Aspects/Phys Act |
| KIN 454 | Motivational Theory Exe/Health |
| Spring 2020 | |
|---|---|
| Course Number | Course Title |
| KIN 348 | Psych Skills for Optimal Perf |
| KIN 452 | Exercise Psychology |
| CHS 493 | Honors Thesis |
| CHS 494 | Special Topics |
| Fall 2019 | |
|---|---|
| Course Number | Course Title |
| KIN 101 | Introduction to Kinesiology |
| KIN 348 | Psych Skills for Optimal Perf |
| KIN 352 | Psychosocial Aspects/Phys Act |
| CHS 394 | Special Topics |
| CHS 492 | Honors Directed Study |
| CHS 494 | Special Topics |
| Summer 2019 | |
|---|---|
| Course Number | Course Title |
| KIN 352 | Psychosocial Aspects/Phys Act |
| KIN 454 | Motivational Theory Exe/Health |
| Spring 2019 | |
|---|---|
| Course Number | Course Title |
| KIN 101 | Introduction to Kinesiology |
| KIN 452 | Exercise Psychology |
| KIN 492 | Honors Directed Study |
| KIN 493 | Honors Thesis |
| KIN 499 | Individualized Instruction |
| CHS 499 | Individualized Instruction |
| Fall 2018 | |
|---|---|
| Course Number | Course Title |
| KIN 352 | Psychosocial Aspects/Phys Act |
| KIN 452 | Exercise Psychology |
| KIN 454 | Motivational Theory Exe/Health |
| KIN 492 | Honors Directed Study |
| KIN 493 | Honors Thesis |
| KIN 499 | Individualized Instruction |
| Summer 2018 | |
|---|---|
| Course Number | Course Title |
| KIN 101 | Introduction to Kinesiology |
| KIN 454 | Motivational Theory Exe/Health |
| Spring 2018 | |
|---|---|
| Course Number | Course Title |
| KIN 101 | Introduction to Kinesiology |
| KIN 450 | Biopsychosocial Perspectives |
| KIN 452 | Exercise Psychology |
| KIN 492 | Honors Directed Study |
| KIN 493 | Honors Thesis |
| KIN 499 | Individualized Instruction |
| Fall 2017 | |
|---|---|
| Course Number | Course Title |
| KIN 101 | Introduction to Kinesiology |
| KIN 352 | Psychosocial Aspects/Phys Act |
| KIN 454 | Motivational Theory Exe/Health |
| KIN 492 | Honors Directed Study |
| KIN 499 | Individualized Instruction |
Presentations:
- Lilly Conference on Evidence-Based Teaching and Learning, Presenter, “Building a ‘Culture of Excellence’ with the Millennial Generation”, Newport Beach, CA, February 2015
- Arizona State University, College Mentors for Kids, Exercise and Performance Psychology Curriculum Development and Presentations for 1st and 3rd Graders at ASU Preparatory Academy, Phoenix, AZ, March and April 2016
- Northern Arizona University (NAU) Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, “Readiness for Change” Seminar (assignment development and presentation), Phoenix, AZ, November 2015
- Arizona State University, Jump Start Program, Faculty/Professional Panel, Phoenix, AZ, August 2015
- Nutritional Health Awareness Club (NHA), Presenter, “Inspiring Motivation for Exercise and Health”, Phoenix, AZ, March 2015
- Northern Arizona University (NAU) Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, “Readiness for Change” Seminar (assignment development and presentation), Phoenix, AZ, November 2014
- Mayo Clinic: Heart, Obesity, Prevention, Education (HOPE) program for retired National Football League (NFL) players, Speaker and Mentor, Scottsdale, AZ, Presentations in May, July, and September 2014
- Arizona State University, Early Start Program, Guest Speaker, Psychological Skills for Optimal Motivation and Health, Phoenix, AZ, August 2014
- Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law Mental Health and Wellness Day, Presenter, Exercise Psychology/Benefits of Exercise on Mental Health, Tempe, AZ, February 2014
- Arizona State University UNI 194, Student - Athlete Retention and Success Course “Focusing on Academics”, Guest Speaker, Student Success from a Faculty Perspective, Tempe, AZ, September 2013
- Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law Mental Health and Wellness Day, Presenter, Exercise Psychology/Benefits of Exercise on Mental Health, Tempe, AZ, March 2013
- College of Nursing and Health Innovation Summer Enrichment Camp, Presenter, Key Themes in Sport and Exercise Psychology, Phoenix, AZ, June 2011
- Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) “Adopt a Team Program”, Presenter, Psychological Skills for Optimal Performance in Sport, Phoenix, AZ, June 2009
- Pushing the Boundaries Workshop, Presenter, Psychological Skills for Optimal Performance in Sport, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ, April 2008
Honors / Awards:
- Nominee, CHS Distinguished NTE Faculty Award, 2017
- ASU Sun Devil Award for Service, 2017
- Team Builder Award, College of Health Solutions Staff and Faculty Awards, 2016
- Sun Award, acknowledging additional commitment and service to Barrett Honors students, 2016
- School of Nutrition and Health Promotion Faculty Award in Service, 2016
- Sun Award, acknowledging commitment and service to Barrett Honors students, 2016
- Barrett Honors College, Honors Disciplinary Faculty, 2006 - 2018
- Nutrition and Health Awareness Club (NHA), selected as the winner of the ASU Edson Student Entrepreneur Initiative ($20,000), 2015
- FantasyXRT, selected as a winner of the “Obesity in Youth Innovation Challenge” ($4,000), 2014/2015
- Nutrition and Health Awareness Club (NHA), selected as a winner of the “Obesity in Youth Innovation Challenge” ($3,000), 2014/2015
- Sun Award, acknowledging “excellent performance” and “fostering cooperation” for submitting academic status reports (ASRs), 2014
- Sun Award, acknowledging commitment and service to the Residential Community Initiative, 2014
- Nutritional Health Awareness Club (NHA), selected as a winner of the “Obesity Solutions Challenge”, Spring 2013
- Selected as “Guest Coach” by students and the ASU Office of Student Athlete Development for exemplary service to student athletes, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
- Selected as a “Top Honor 40” for a 40th year anniversary celebration of Title IX, Fall, 2012
- Sun Award, acknowledging a speaking engagement at Camp CONHI, Summer, 2011
- Selected as “Most Influential Professor” by a graduating student-athlete, Spring, 2011
- Nominated for College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Teaching Award, Spring, 2010
- Recognized as an Influential Faculty Member by a College of Liberal Arts and Sciences graduate, 2009
- Department of Kinesiology, Douglas Lee Conley Scholarship Award Winner ($1,500), 2005
- Department of Kinesiology, Teaching Assistant of the Year, 2005
Professional Associations:
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Southwest Chapter, 2014-present; American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), 2013-present; American Psychological Association (APA), 2014-2015; North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity (NASPSPA), 2013-2014
Work History:
Degree Coordinator, Kinesiology, 2018-present; Principal Lecturer, Kinesiology, Arizona State University; 2017-present; Senior Lecturer, Program of Kinesiology, Arizona State University, 2013-2017; Lecturer, Program of Kinesiology, Arizona State University, 2008-2013; Mental Coach, Attitude and Motivation; Sport Psychology, Golf Academy of America, 2012-2014; Faculty Associate, Program of Kinesiology, Arizona State University, 2006-2008; Adjunct Faculty, Golf Psychology, San Diego Golf Academy, 2006-2008; Graduate Teaching Assistant, Arizona State University, 2003-2006
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