Marta Dochniak Neumann, PhD
Lecturer
PhD, Academy of Physical Education, Wroclaw, Poland
Master's Degree in Physical Education, Education , Wroclaw, Poland
Office: McAllan Hall, Room 228
Phone: 732-263-5790
Email: mneumann@monmouth.edu
Spring 2013 Office Hours:
Friday 01:00-03:00 PM
About:
Marta Dochniak Neumann, PhD, was born and raised in Poland where she began her career in physical education and fitness. Marta continued to teach and promote physical activity in her native country for nearly 15 years. She earned both her Master's and Doctorate degrees in physical education from the Academy of Physical Education, Wroclaw, Poland where she also lectured and conducted research programs concerning pedagogical aspects of "education for leisure." After moving to the United States, Dr. Neumann was dually appointed as an exercise physiologist and adjunct professor in the Athletics Department and Fitness Center at Monmouth University, West Long, Branch, New Jersey, with responsibilities of teaching physical education courses and creating and implementing university-wide wellness and fitness programs among students, employees, and community residents. At the present time, Marta Dochniak Neumann is a lecturer in the Department of Health and Physical Education at Monmouth University where she teaches undergraduate courses such as: Exercise Physiology, Wellness and Fitness, Strategies for Healthy Living, Yoga, Pilates, and Weight Training. In addition, she coordinates the Department's physical education program and is actively involved in curriculum development for the Health and Physical Education major. Dr. Marta Dochniak Neumann holds teaching credentials in K-12 Physical Education and is an ACE-Certified Advanced Health and Fitness Specialist and Personal Trainer specialized in senior fitness. HFS - Certified as an Advanced Health and Fitness Specialist by the American Council on Exercise.
Specialty areas: Physical education, physical fitness, and wellness.
Professional Associations:
American College of Sport MedicineAmerican Council of ExerciseAmerican Alliance for Health, Physical Education Recreation and Dance
