Undergraduate Catalog

Exercise Science

Faculty

Chairperson: Lindsay Howard, MS, RDN, LDN, CSCS   

Heidi Peters, DAT, LAT, ATC

*Nicole Schofield

*Part-time

Program Overview

The Department of Exercise Science offers:  

- A non-accredited undergraduate program in Exercise Science.

The Department facilities are located in the Center for Athletics and Wellness which houses the Exercise Science Lab (used for research studies, courses, and laboratories). The Center for Athletics and Wellness also houses an athletic training lab, fitness center, indoor track, and aquatics center.

Program Goals

Exercise Science

Develop a student well-versed in all aspects of Exercise Science.

Provide a variety of practicum experiences to all students.

Encourage faculty and student scholarship at the university, state, region, and national level.

Encourage the attainment of Exercise Science-related certification. 

Support the university mission and core values of teaching as a priority in providing quality service to students, to the university and to the community.

Program Mission

Exercise Science

The  Exercise Science program prepares students for entry-level careers and graduate study in exercise science and other allied health care professions such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, chiropractic medicine, and more. The Exercise Science program is content rich, laboratory supported, and field based. Faculty accomplish the mission of the department through effectiveness in teaching, productivity in research or other creative activity, and contributions in service.

Courses in Exercise Science are designed to:

  1. Actively engage students in a comprehensive educational experience that is enhanced through the interaction of classroom, clinical, and professional educational experience.
  2. Provide each student with a theoretical and analytical knowledge base.
  3. Provide quality field practicum experiences.
  4. Develop professionals with high ethical standards who will positively contribute to their professions.
  5. Develop professionals who value self-directed learning and professional development.
  6. Achieve satisfactory preparation reported by graduates and employers, for entry level positions and/or graduate school.
  7. Prepare students to sit for and successfully complete national and/or state certification examinations.
  8. Acquire physical skill to incorporate physical activity and wellness for a diverse society.