About the Program

Exercise science plays a vital role in the development of all students. The discipline is rooted in the premise that human beings are created in the image of God and that, for the Christian, the body is the very residence of the Holy Spirit.

The exercise science department helps prepare students for careers in education, community recreation, coaching, sports medicine and sports management. The major also produces the prerequisites for graduate study in a variety of related fields such as kinesiology, pedagogy, athletic administration, sports management and physical therapy.

Licensures Health Licensure Secondary Education Licensure What Can I Do With This Major? Graduate study in exercise science (or related fields) Coaching Fitness Athletic administration Licensure in health and physical education Sample Courses Essentials of Personal and Community Health Sport Tournament/Event Management Recreational Leadership Principles of Nutrition First Aid Exercise Physiology	Faculty
		Erin Laudermilk Assistant Professor of Athletic Training; Clinical Coordinator; Co-Chair of the Exercise Science Department
		Katherine Bassett Assistant Professor of Exercise Science; Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
		Pete Manely Director of Athletic Training; Associate Professor of Exercise Science; Co-Chair of the Exercise Science Department; Associate Dean
		Mary Ver Steeg Associate Professor of Exercise Science; Supervisor of Health and PE Licensure Program
		Hans Nickel Sports Information Director; Assistant Professor of Sports Management