Yunjia Yang, PhD, is a dance artist and wellness scholar dedicated to exploring the role of dance and physical activities in health promotion and disease prevention across diverse populations. Her research focuses on healthy aging and dementia prevention. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Yang has been teaching dance, Tai Chi, and yoga since 2009 in universities, studios, and private settings. She currently teaches GHI 495/595 Creative Wellness: The Role of Arts in Public Health, a course that examines the intersection of the arts and well-being. Beyond her expertise in movement-based practices, Dr. Yang is also a skilled Chinese calligrapher.

Position office

MEZCOPH Arts for Health and Wellness Initiatives in Global Health Institute

Degrees

2024, PhD, Applied Intercultural Arts Research-Graduate Interdisciplinary Program, Minor in Public Health, University of Arizona

2015, MA, Dance Education and Choreography, Beijing Dance Academy