Kysha Harriell, PhD, LAT, ATC, FNAP

Dr. Kysha Harriell Dr. Kysha Harriell is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Kinesiology & Sport Sciences in the School of Education and Human Development, where she also serves as the Associate Dean for Race, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (REDI). In addition, Dr. Harriell is currently a Senior Residential Faculty in Mahoney Residential College. Before joining the Department of Kinesiology & Sports Sciences, Dr. Harriell worked in the University of Miami’s Athletic Department from 1997-2005 as an Assistant Athletic Trainer with the University of Miami’s football, basketball, track & field, soccer, and tennis teams. Dr. Harriell is a first-generation college graduate. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from the University of Pittsburgh. She received her Master's degrees in Sports Medicine and Sports Administration from the University of Miami, as well as her Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology. Dr. Harriell is involved in numerous projects related to women’s health, cultural competency, complementary medicine, and health and medical conditions that affect ethnically diverse individuals. Dr. Harriell is the current Vice President of the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Dr. Harriell is also the former Chair of the Ethnic Diversity Advisory Committee of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association.