Special Recognition Announcement9th IOHSK International ConferenceChung-Ang University, Seoul, South Korea | July 22–24, 2026

Written by IOHSK, May 18, 2026, 9:35 pm
Los Angeles, California, USA

On behalf of the International Organization for Health, Sports, and Kinesiology (IOHSK), we would like to sincerely recognize and acknowledge the following members for their outstanding contributions to the promotion and success of the 9th IOHSK International Conference, to be held at Chung-Ang University in Seoul, South Korea, on July 22–24, 2026.

As of May 18, 2026, the conference includes more than 100 sessions representing 22 countries. This international gathering will serve as a meaningful learning platform for sharing research findings, exchanging ideas, and advancing the fields of health, sports, and kinesiology.

We continue to welcome additional contributors and dedicated supporters for our upcoming conference in Seoul, South Korea.

The following members will be specially recognized and announced at the international conference for their dedication, service, and commitment to promoting the conference, encouraging IOHSK membership and conference registration, and assisting with conference participation, including abstract submissions, travel arrangements, and registration coordination.

We sincerely appreciate their assistance and dedication, which have helped make this international conference more successful and meaningful while fostering vibrant academic exchange and professional advancement. As we still have two months remaining before finalizing this special recognition and award process, we encourage members to continue their support and take this opportunity to further highlight their valuable contributions. The more we promote our community and conference, the greater visibility and recognition IOHSK will receive.

The following members will be officially acknowledged and recognized with an honorary medal and a Certificate of Appreciation during the conference. Members attending virtually will receive their medals by international express mail from South Korea.

The honorary medal will be awarded by Dr. Thomas L. McKenzie, Lifetime Honorary President of IOHSK and an internationally distinguished scholar in physical activity, public health, and kinesiology, whose scholarly impact places him among the top-ranked researchers in the world. It will be a great honor for recipients to receive this medal from Dr. McKenzie.

Recognition Phases
Phase 1: February 1–March 31, 2026
Phase 2: April 1–May 18, 2026
Phase 3: May 19–June 30, 2026

Recipients

Dr. Ruben Lagunero Tagare Jr., University of Southern Mindanao, Philippines
Dr. Eungsoo Oh, Dong-A University, Busan, South Korea
Dr. Germina-Alina Cosma, University of Craiova, Romania
Dr. Adam Kantanista, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poland
Dr. Mihail Michi Geambesa, University of Craiova, Romania
Dr. Kyongmin Lee, Dong-A University, Busan, South Korea
Dr. Gabriela Tomescu, Ovidius University of Constanta, Romania
Dr. Muhammed Ali Thoompenthodi, Malabar College of Advanced Studies, Vengara, India
Dr. Jerome Porto, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
Dr. Sungje Park, Chung-Ang University, South Korea
Dr. Hosung So, California State University, San Bernardino, USA