Welcome to the Department of Health and Exercise Science!
The mission of the
Department of Health and Exercise Science is to broaden students
intellectual base in the various disciplines of health and exercise
science. Students pursuing majors in the department are challenged
to explore the scientific foundations of human movement as well as current
issues relating to individual and public health. This includes study
in sub-disciplines such as kinesiology, human anatomy, motor behavior,
exercise physiology, psychology of physical activity, first aid and
safety, nutrition, and all aspects of health. The department
integrates significant field and laboratory experiences with classroom
experience to comprehensively prepare students to pursue careers such as
teaching, allied health, athletic training, nutrition and wellness,
coaching and various equestrian related occupations.
In addition to major and
minor course offerings in the department, students across the campus are
invited to explore interests in physical activity and wellness.
Instruction in activities that develop new physical skills that are
designed to translate into lifetime activity and healthy living is an
objective of the department and the College in general. This
objective is reflected in the College's General Education Core which
requires all students to satisfactorily complete the Department's Wellness
course and at least one physical activity course.
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