Programs
PhD Health Sciences
This exciting program is designed to meet the critical need for doctoral-prepared faculty and researchers. You’ll work closely with our research faculty in your selected area of concentration and also complete cross-disciplinary and core courses that emphasize an interdisciplinary perspective in health-related education and research. Learn more
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PhD Kinesiology

Our increased focus on health and wellness has resulted in kinesiology becoming one of the fastest growing undergraduate majors in the US. The need for PhD-trained faculty to educate these future professionals is strong. You’ll gain the training you’ll need to become a successful scholar and be able to conduct independent research in applied and academic settings. Learn more
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MS Kinesiology

The MS Kinesiology program provides a comprehensive study of the varied aspects of human movement. Movement across the lifespan is observed and studied from mechanical, physiological, psychological, sociocultural, behavioral, instructional, and professional points of view. Learn more
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Accelerated BS Kinesiology/MS Athletic Training

With the accelerated BS Kinesiology/MS Athletic Training you will complete three years as an undergraduate student, then begin the MS Athletic Training program as a graduate student. At the end of your fourth year (your first year in MSAT), your BS Kinesiology degree will be granted. After year two as a graduate student, you will earn your MS Athletic Training degree. Learn more
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BS Kinesiology

Are you fascinated by the science of human movement? Then kinesiology might be the major for you. You’ll join an exciting department where nationally known faculty are working to deepen our understanding of physical activity, and you’ll delve into topics such as anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, psychosocial aspects of sport/exercise, motor development and more. Learn more
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BS Nutritional Sciences

This four-year, science-intensive program will help you better understand the relationships among food, nutrients, eating behavior, wellness and human health. In addition to sharpening your scientific and technical knowledge and skills, you will also develop critical thinking and professional communication skills. Learn more
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Minor in Kinesiology

The Minor in Kinesiology will provide students with foundational knowledge of the multidisciplinary science of human movement. Students in the minor will develop a broad understanding of how human movement contributes to health and well-being as well as the underlying factors influencing human movement and physical activity behaviors. Learn more
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Coursework
Minor in Nutritional Sciences

This science-intensive program will provide you the opportunity to study food and nutrients, their physiological functions, normal nutritional requirements, and the myriad of influences on food choice and eating behavior throughout the life cycle. Learn more
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Certificate in Applied Gerontology (Graduate)

Americans are living longer than at any other time in history. Aging is a dynamic field of study where demographic and generational shifts are impacting all disciplines and demanding innovations in how we care for older adults. This Certificate will give students the knowledge and skills needed to successfully pursue or advance careers within aging services organizations or conduct academic research in aging. Learn more
Certificate in Food Studies

With the Certificate in Food Studies, students take courses in nutrition and health sciences to explore the effects of food on our physical and mental well-being as well as liberal arts courses in history, anthropology, and foreign cultures to develop a deeper understanding of the culture, identity, costs, distribution, infrastructure, scarcity, and politics surrounding food. Learn more
Certificate in Healthy Aging

The Certificate in Healthy Aging is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully pursue careers within organizations that serve older adults. Students will acquire basic foundational knowledge in the processes of aging, issues regarding aging, and the challenges of older adulthood. Learn more
Certificate in Interprofessional Public & Population Health (Graduate)

The Certificate in Interprofessional Public and Population Health is designed for students and working professionals involved in program planning and implementation, evaluation, education policy, health policy, engineering administration, research, and other areas related to public and population health. Learn more
Certificate in the Study of Complementary & Integrative Health Approaches

Complementary and integrative health modalities advocate for care that is patient-centered, healing oriented, emphasizes the therapeutic relationship, and uses therapeutic approaches originating from conventional and alternative medicine. Completion provides basic scientific knowledge and skills to critically evaluate the current and future use of complementary and integrative health care. Learn more
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Mission
MissionTo pioneer innovative research in the human movement sciences inspiring student learning through transforming our laboratories, classrooms, & communities into living-learning environments.
Faculty & Staff
Faculty & Staff- Susan Cashin, PhD
Clinical Professor, Director of the Office of Performance Analytics - Stephen C. Cobb, PhD, ATC, CSCS
Associate Professor - Christy Greenleaf, PhD
Professor, BS Kinesiology Program Director - Kevin Keenan, PhD
Associate Professor, Chair - Lori A. Klos, PhD, RD
Associate Professor, Nutritional Sciences Program Director - Susan Kundrat, MS, RD, CSSD
Clinical Professor - Kristian O’Connor, PhD
Professor - Laura J. Rooney, PhD, MS
Clinical Associate Professor - Erika Sander, PhD
Associate Professor Emerita - Ann C. Snyder, PhD
Professor Emerita - Scott J. Strath, PhD, ACSM Fellow
Professor - Ann M. Swartz, PhD, ACSM Fellow
Professor - Jinsung Wang, PhD
Associate Professor, Graduate Program Director