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
Stoffregen discusses motion sickness glasses with New York Times Stoffregen discusses motion sickness glasses with New York Times
The article is titled "Do these ridiculous glasses cure motion sickness?"
School of Kinesiology hosts Kristin L. Popp for seminar School of Kinesiology hosts Kristin L. Popp for seminar
Popp's talk was titled "Bone Stress Injuries in Soldiers and Athletes: Sex-Specific Considerations."
Hesse discusses heart rate zone training with VeryWell Health Hesse discusses heart rate zone training with VeryWell Health
"At the end of the day, make sure you're getting out there, that you're finding something that you like to do, whether it's by yourself, with friends, or with a club. Just make sure that you're out there.”
Stoffregen gives virtual talk to University of Tennessee Knoxville Stoffregen gives virtual talk to University of Tennessee Knoxville
Stoffregen's talk was titled "NSF CISE IIS CHS Medium," where he described the process of developing funding proposals for submission to the National Science Foundation.
Konczak gives seminar to Center for Neuroengineering Konczak gives seminar to Center for Neuroengineering
Konczak's seminar was titled "Vibro-tactile stimulation as a non-invasive neuromodulation therapy to treat focal dystonia."
Inside the sport management BS: Introduction to Sport Management course Inside the sport management BS: Introduction to Sport Management course
SGMT 1701: Introduction to Sport Management is one of the first classes sport management students take. It provides a holistic base of knowledge for the rest of the major to build off of.
Greising receives pilot award Greising receives pilot award
The pilot award will evaluate both degeneration and recovery after peripheral nerve injury and novel regenerative medicine treatment options.
HSCL research receives recognition by the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation HSCL research receives recognition by the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
The research was a collaboration with Liz Boyer, PhD, and her team at the Center for Gait and Motion Analysis, Gillette Children’s in Saint Paul.
Lewis publishes in the Journal of Behavioral Medicine Lewis publishes in the Journal of Behavioral Medicine
The article is titled "Physical activity interventions: an update on advancing sedentary time, technology, and dissemination and implementation research"
Stoffregen discusses motion sickness glasses with New York Times Stoffregen discusses motion sickness glasses with New York Times
The article is titled "Do these ridiculous glasses cure motion sickness?"
School of Kinesiology hosts Kristin L. Popp for seminar School of Kinesiology hosts Kristin L. Popp for seminar
Popp's talk was titled "Bone Stress Injuries in Soldiers and Athletes: Sex-Specific Considerations."
Hesse discusses heart rate zone training with VeryWell Health Hesse discusses heart rate zone training with VeryWell Health
"At the end of the day, make sure you're getting out there, that you're finding something that you like to do, whether it's by yourself, with friends, or with a club. Just make sure that you're out there.”
Stoffregen gives virtual talk to University of Tennessee Knoxville Stoffregen gives virtual talk to University of Tennessee Knoxville
Stoffregen's talk was titled "NSF CISE IIS CHS Medium," where he described the process of developing funding proposals for submission to the National Science Foundation.
Konczak gives seminar to Center for Neuroengineering Konczak gives seminar to Center for Neuroengineering
Konczak's seminar was titled "Vibro-tactile stimulation as a non-invasive neuromodulation therapy to treat focal dystonia."
Inside the sport management BS: Introduction to Sport Management course Inside the sport management BS: Introduction to Sport Management course
SGMT 1701: Introduction to Sport Management is one of the first classes sport management students take. It provides a holistic base of knowledge for the rest of the major to build off of.
Greising receives pilot award Greising receives pilot award
The pilot award will evaluate both degeneration and recovery after peripheral nerve injury and novel regenerative medicine treatment options.
HSCL research receives recognition by the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation HSCL research receives recognition by the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
The research was a collaboration with Liz Boyer, PhD, and her team at the Center for Gait and Motion Analysis, Gillette Children’s in Saint Paul.
Lewis publishes in the Journal of Behavioral Medicine Lewis publishes in the Journal of Behavioral Medicine
The article is titled "Physical activity interventions: an update on advancing sedentary time, technology, and dissemination and implementation research"
Stoffregen discusses motion sickness glasses with New York Times Stoffregen discusses motion sickness glasses with New York Times
The article is titled "Do these ridiculous glasses cure motion sickness?"
School of Kinesiology hosts Kristin L. Popp for seminar School of Kinesiology hosts Kristin L. Popp for seminar
Popp's talk was titled "Bone Stress Injuries in Soldiers and Athletes: Sex-Specific Considerations."
Hesse discusses heart rate zone training with VeryWell Health Hesse discusses heart rate zone training with VeryWell Health
"At the end of the day, make sure you're getting out there, that you're finding something that you like to do, whether it's by yourself, with friends, or with a club. Just make sure that you're out there.”