About Us 

 
Mission of the Department

Kinesiology is defined as the art and science of human movement. It is the mission of the department to promote and advance society's appreciation for human movement and its numerous contributions to an improved quality of life. We pursue this mission by addressing the biological, psychological, social, and environmental factors that influence an individual's capacity to lead a healthy, physically active lifestyle within the following educational programs:

• The degree granting programs are designed for students interested in the academic study of human movement as it relates to a variety of professions including athletic coaching, athletic training, fitness management, health promotion, sport performance, teaching of physical education, and pre professional preparation for careers in areas such as physical therapy, chiropractic medicine, and occupational therapy.
  
  
• The wellness theory and activity program is intended to meet the broader educational needs of the University community by providing learning opportunities related to health, wellness, and physical activity promotion.
  
  
• The Department of Kinesiology also provides local, regional, and national service to the public through its community-based programming, including camps, clinics and workshops, athletic training services, children's movement education classes, and intergenerational adult fitness classes.