Dr. Tyler Garner is a distinguished educator and leader in kinesiology, currently serving as the Director of Undergraduate Student Services and a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). With over a decade of experience in academic advising and teaching, Tyler has made a lasting impact on students, recognized multiple times by UTA Student Affairs and Military and Veteran Services for positively influencing student experiences. Tyler holds a PhD in Kinesiology from UTA and has dedicated their career to advancing student success and inclusion in the field of exercise science.

Beyond academia, Tyler is an accomplished adaptive athlete, having completed a full IRONMAN triathlon and actively competing in wheelchair basketball since 1996. A member of professional organizations such as the National Strength and Conditioning Association and the UTA Disability Employee Network, Tyler is committed to fostering inclusivity in fitness. His achievements and contributions have been highlighted in various publications, including The Shorthorn and the UTA Disability Studies Oral History Project.