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Yongbom Kim, Ph.D.

Yongbom Kim, Ph.D.


Co-Director of Martial Arts Studies

Ph.D. Kyunghee University

E-mail: ybkim@bridgeport.edu
Phone: 203-576-4970
Fax:
(203) 576-4967
Office: Carlson Hall, room 233

Biography

Dr. Yongbom Kim is an internationally recognized Martial Artist. He earned his undergraduate and his Masters degree in Martial Arts from Kyung Hee University. He also holds a seventh degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do. Professor Kim has a particular academic interest in the historical and philosophical roots of Martial Arts and is becoming recognized for his commitment to mainstream the Martial Arts as an academic discipline in the West. He teaches both practical and theoretical courses in Martial Arts at the University of Bridgeport 's International College.