
Since 2014, Dr. Kahanov has served as dean of the College of Health Sciences and Education at Misericordia University in Dallas, Pennsylvania. Prior to that, she held various positions at Indiana State University, San Jose State University, and San Francisco State University. She has authored or co-authored more than 80 articles published in peer-reviewed journals in the last five years.
Dr. Kahanov holds a bachelor’s degree in exercise science and athletic training from Indiana University, a master’s degree in sports sciences from the University of Arizona, and a doctorate in education, curriculum, and instruction from the University of San Francisco.


