Kinesiology, broadly defined, is the study of human movement. The School of Kinesiology focuses on the biological, developmental, social, and behavioral bases of physical activity, recreation, sport and human performance through its programs in Kinesiology, Sport Management, and Recreation, Park, and Leisure Studies. Our academic degree programs prepare students for a variety of professional opportunities in both public and private sectors that include teaching, research, health promotion, rehabilitation, medicine, coaching, sport administration, and services related to physical activity and fitness. Positions are found in settings that include schools, colleges and universities, public and private agencies, clinical environments, government, business, and the military.

 

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Undergraduate & M.Ed. advising
Brandi Hoffman


Graduate studies coordinator
Marta Fahrenz


Director of graduate studies (DGS)
Michael G. Wade, Ph.D.


Director, School of Kinesiology
Mary Jo Kane, Ph.D.



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