Welcome to the Department of Kinesiology!

We are pleased that you have taken the time to visit us. Our department offers several outstanding majors and minors, and a comprehensive physical activity and wellness program. All of the programs offered by the department are designed to stimulate intellectual development, instill leadership qualities, and promote service to others. It is our mission 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. The Department of Kinesiology offers two majors in Kinesiology and Athletic Training. The Kinesiology major has three emphisis areas in Human Performance, Physical Education, and Movement Studies.