Two EdD in KIN graduates are shaping the future of health and wellness education right here in Winston-Salem, NC! Callie Phillips and Tyler Johnston bring their expertise, vision, and commitment to their new roles, demonstrating the lasting influence of their UNCG EdD in KIN training.
Callie Phillips
Callie Phillips, an EdD in KIN alum (2019), recently accepted a new role as the Instructional Coordinator for Physical Education and Wellness at Forsyth Technical Community College in Winston-Salem, NC. In this role, Callie is leading efforts to rebuild the Physical Education and Wellness program, expanding course offerings, and fostering wellness initiatives across campus. Her short-term plans include launching strength and conditioning courses for both student-athletes and the general student body, along with continuing education opportunities for the greater community. Long-term, Callie hopes to develop transfer programs that will prepare students for KIN related degrees and will also serve as chair for a wellness committee on campus.
Callie notes that her EdD in KIN training directly shaped her career path, providing her with the skills to gather data, build a variety of programs, and design classroom curriculum that meets her students and institution’s needs. We are excited to see Callie bring her passion and vision for Physical Education and Wellness to life at Forsyth Tech and congratulate her on her new chapter!
Tyler Johnston
EdD in KIN graduate, Tyler Johnston (2024), has taken on a new role as an Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy at Winston-Salem State University (WSSU). In this position, Tyler teaches clinically focused courses, including the Community Care Clinic, where he supervises student physical therapists as they provide care to patients within the local community. Having served as an adjunct professor at WSSU for the past two years, he was invited to transition into this full-time faculty role following the completion of his EdD.
Tyler credits the EdD in KIN program with preparing him to balance both his professional and personal life while completing meaningful research that directly benefits clinicians in the field of physical therapy. His dissertation focused on real-world challenges faced in clinical practice, reinforcing his passion for bridging research and application. He also draws from his own experience as an online learner to foster stronger connections with his students, helping to make them feel supported in their academic and professional journeys. We are proud to see Tyler step into this new chapter at Winston-Salem State University, where he will continue shaping the next generation of physical therapists while advancing impactful teaching and research!
If you are interested in learning more about the EdD in KIN program, check out our EdD in KIN website for more information.