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Helping people live
long, healthy lives
Our research labs and centers support communities around the world.
Move with purpose,
learn with passion
Unleash your potential through our undergraduate programs.
Creating leaders,
shaping futures
Our graduate programs support your interests and desired career path.
Helping people live
long, healthy lives
Our research labs and centers support communities around the world.
Move with purpose,
learn with passion
Unleash your potential through our undergraduate programs.
Creating leaders,
shaping futures
Our graduate programs support your interests and desired career path.
Helping people live
long, healthy lives
Our research labs and centers support communities around the world.
What is kinesiology?
Kinesiology is the study of physical activity and human movement. It's applied to various contexts, including exercise, health care, and sports.
Research
Part of the School of Kinesiology’s mission is to conduct innovative, interdisciplinary research in physical activity, human movement, and sport. Check out the work being done in the School’s research labs and centers.
Academics
Outreach
The work done by our faculty and students promotes lifelong health and well-being in local, national, and global communities through public outreach and civic engagement activities. Read the latest news from the School.
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Undergraduate programs
Esports management minor Esports management minor
With an expected 318 million Esports enthusiasts worldwide by 2025, there is a growing need for trained Esports leaders. The School of Kinesiology prepares students to be competitive applicants in the Esports and sport management fields.
Kinesiology BS Kinesiology BS
The kinesiology major is great for students interested in the the physiology and psychology of human movement. Students will explore the interactions between muscles, bones, joints, and the nervous system, making it a great pre-health major option.
Physical activity and health promotion BS Physical activity and health promotion BS
Our physical activity and health promotion (PAHP) major is great for those interested in learning how to increase physical activity, create healthy lifestyles, and improve health. In this growing field, there are a wide variety of career options.
Physical activity and health promotion minor Physical activity and health promotion minor
The physical activity and health promotion (PAHP) minor allows students to explore areas within physical activity, personal health, and wellness promotion.
Sport management BS Sport management BS
The bachelor of science (BS) program in sport management is for students who are interested in working with professional, collegiate, or community sports and athletic organizations.
Sport management minor Sport management minor
Sport management is the business side of the sport industry. It blends the unique aspects of sport with common business, marketing, management, and social and ethical principles.
Sports coaching minor Sports coaching minor
The sports coaching minor program is ideal for students who wish to coach (or are currently coaching) youth, club, high school, or college sports. This program provides a general theoretical basis for the many areas of knowledge needed for coaching
Graduate programs
Kinesiology MS Kinesiology MS
The master of science (MS) in kinesiology program combines theoretical instruction and practical experience
Kinesiology PhD Kinesiology PhD
A PhD in kinesiology prepares students for a career in academics, teaching, research, or clinical settings
Physical activity and health MEd Physical activity and health MEd
The physical activity and health master of education (MEd) provides advanced study in the broad areas of the promotion and implementation of physical activity and the resulting effect it has on health
Sport and exercise science MEd Sport and exercise science MEd
This provides advanced study in the broad areas of physical activity, including exercise science, movement science, and human performance, to prepare students for careers in health-related professions
Sport management MA Sport management MA
The master of arts in sport management concentrates on the theoretical and practical dimensions of the management of athletic events, sports teams and facilities, and the sporting process
Sport Management MEd Sport Management MEd
This is a practitioner-oriented master's program designed to prepare students for advanced study or careers in sport administration, sport management, or sport and fitness related professions
Non-degree programs
Coaching certificate Coaching certificate
The sports coaching certificate program is ideal for students who wish to coach (or are currently coaching) youth, club, high school or college sports.
Physical activity program Physical activity program
These 1-credit, 1xxx-level Physical Education (PE) courses are available to the entire student body.
Study abroad Study abroad
The School of Kinesiology encourages students to consider a study abroad program during their undergraduate or graduate studies.
News and announcements
Schuver shares tips for a healthier new year with University of Minnesota Schuver shares tips for a healthier new year with University of Minnesota
"Making small, sustainable changes can have a big impact on your physical and mental health, setting the stage for a more active, energized year ahead."
Kringle presents at University of North Dakota's School of Medicine and Health Sciences Kringle presents at University of North Dakota's School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Kringle's talk was titled "Do more meaningful activities: Move more and sit less after stroke."
GIRSO and School of Kinesiology class partner with USA Curling GIRSO and School of Kinesiology class partner with USA Curling
The class partnered with USA Curling for a semester-long project aimed at developing innovative racial diversity and inclusion strategies to improve the diversity in curling.
Craighead publishes in mHealth Craighead publishes in mHealth
The article is titled "Feasibility and design of a novel smartphone app to deliver blood pressure-lowering high-resistance inspiratory muscle strength training."
Tucker Center publishes Trends and Opportunities Report Tucker Center publishes Trends and Opportunities Report
"Changes at every level of the system are needed for women to feel valued and supported when pursuing a career in sport coaching."
Leija awarded ACSM research grant Leija awarded ACSM research grant
This award will be used to examine the physiological effects of beta-alanine on endurance exercise.
LaVoi hosts public scholarship workshop series LaVoi hosts public scholarship workshop series
A public scholar is an academic or an intellectual who actively engages with the broader public, beyond the confines of academia.
School of Kinesiology celebrates retirement of two tenured faculty School of Kinesiology celebrates retirement of two tenured faculty
The celebration of Tom Stoffregen, PhD, and Li Li Ji, PhD, was on Wednesday, December 18, 2024.
Dengel posts blog on muscle-to-bone ratio in football players Dengel posts blog on muscle-to-bone ratio in football players
The blog post is titled “Comparing The Muscle-to-Bone Ratio in College and NFL Football Players.”
Schuver shares tips for a healthier new year with University of Minnesota Schuver shares tips for a healthier new year with University of Minnesota
"Making small, sustainable changes can have a big impact on your physical and mental health, setting the stage for a more active, energized year ahead."
Kringle presents at University of North Dakota's School of Medicine and Health Sciences Kringle presents at University of North Dakota's School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Kringle's talk was titled "Do more meaningful activities: Move more and sit less after stroke."
GIRSO and School of Kinesiology class partner with USA Curling GIRSO and School of Kinesiology class partner with USA Curling
The class partnered with USA Curling for a semester-long project aimed at developing innovative racial diversity and inclusion strategies to improve the diversity in curling.
Craighead publishes in mHealth Craighead publishes in mHealth
The article is titled "Feasibility and design of a novel smartphone app to deliver blood pressure-lowering high-resistance inspiratory muscle strength training."
Tucker Center publishes Trends and Opportunities Report Tucker Center publishes Trends and Opportunities Report
"Changes at every level of the system are needed for women to feel valued and supported when pursuing a career in sport coaching."
Leija awarded ACSM research grant Leija awarded ACSM research grant
This award will be used to examine the physiological effects of beta-alanine on endurance exercise.
LaVoi hosts public scholarship workshop series LaVoi hosts public scholarship workshop series
A public scholar is an academic or an intellectual who actively engages with the broader public, beyond the confines of academia.
School of Kinesiology celebrates retirement of two tenured faculty School of Kinesiology celebrates retirement of two tenured faculty
The celebration of Tom Stoffregen, PhD, and Li Li Ji, PhD, was on Wednesday, December 18, 2024.
Dengel posts blog on muscle-to-bone ratio in football players Dengel posts blog on muscle-to-bone ratio in football players
The blog post is titled “Comparing The Muscle-to-Bone Ratio in College and NFL Football Players.”
Schuver shares tips for a healthier new year with University of Minnesota Schuver shares tips for a healthier new year with University of Minnesota
"Making small, sustainable changes can have a big impact on your physical and mental health, setting the stage for a more active, energized year ahead."
Kringle presents at University of North Dakota's School of Medicine and Health Sciences Kringle presents at University of North Dakota's School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Kringle's talk was titled "Do more meaningful activities: Move more and sit less after stroke."
GIRSO and School of Kinesiology class partner with USA Curling GIRSO and School of Kinesiology class partner with USA Curling
The class partnered with USA Curling for a semester-long project aimed at developing innovative racial diversity and inclusion strategies to improve the diversity in curling.