2024-2025 General Catalog
Kinesiology and Health Science
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Department Head: Eadric Bressel
Location: Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER) 122A
Phone: (435) 797-7216
FAX: (435) 797-3759
E-mail: khs@usu.edu
WWW: cehs.usu.edu/khs
Graduate Program Coordinator:
Melissa Johnson, HPER 122J, (435) 797-1495, melissa.johnson@usu.edu
Undergraduate Academic Advisors:
Raquel Friddle, HPER 122D, khsadvising@usu.edu
Alice Kenley, HPER 122F, khsadvising@usu.edu
Jana Johnson, HPER 122G, khsadvising@usu.edu
For advising appointments, schedule online here: cehs.usu.edu/advising.
Undergraduate degrees offered: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Education and Promotion; BS in Kinesiology; BS in Recreation Administration
Undergraduate emphases/tracks: BS in Health Education and Promotion—Community Health and Health Science; BS in Kinesiology—Exercise Science, Pre-Physical Therapy, and Physical Education Teaching; BS in Recreation Administration - Sports Management, Public Recreation, Outdoor Adventure Leadership, and Program and Event Management
Undergraduate minors: Outdoor Adventure Leadership; Parks & Recreation; Physical Education Coaching; Yoga Studies
Undergraduate Certificates of Proficiency: Health, Wellness, and Equity; Coaching; Outdoor Adventure Leadership; Mind Body Wellness
Graduate degrees offered: Master of Science (MS) in Kinesiology; Master of Education (MEd) in Physical and Sport Education; Master of Fitness Promotion (MFP); Master of Public Health (MPH) in Health Education and Promotion; Master of Sports Management (MSM)
Graduate specialization: MS—Exercise Science
Full details of the learning objectives, assessment plan, student outcomes and evidence of continuous improvement for these programs of study can be found at http://cehs.usu.edu/khs/assessment.
Academic Programs
Objectives
The Kinesiology and Health Science (KHS) Department at Utah State is committed to educating and serving students and members of both local and extended communities in the fields of kinesiology, health science, and recreation administration sharing the common purpose to promote and enhance human health, well-being, and performance. Our department works toward this goal as we prepare students for careers in these fields through both our undergraduate and graduate programs.
Within our department, there are four main classifications of our programs: kinesiology, health science, recreation administration, and activity.
Kinesiology is the scientific study of human movement, exploring how physical activity and sport impact individual and community well-being, quality of life, and society at large. Students studying in disciplines in this area can pursue careers in exercise science, physical therapy, physical education, sport psychology, fitness centers, and other similar professions.
Health science focuses on the knowledge of health, emphasizing the related behaviors, social, and cultural factors, and the application of that knowledge to improve individual and population health over the life span. Students studying within this discipline can pursue careers in health agencies, health care organizations, international health programs and aid agencies, community social services organizations, and other similar organizations.
Recreation administration focuses on preparing individuals interested in managing meaningful activities and programs, combining elements of business management, event planning, and community engagement to help improve the quality of life for those they serve. This discipline focuses on providing opportunities for people to engage in leisure activities, sports, fitness programs, cultural events, and other forms of recreation. Students studying within this discipline can pursue a variety of careers in federal parks, recreation departments, community agencies, commercial agencies, and other related fields.
Our department also offers an extensive elective lifetime activity program (LAP), with courses available to all USU students. The LAP program offers various physical activities promoting overall well-being, community engagement, and networking. The department and program collaborate with skilled instructors and local businesses to allow students to choose from many activities with multiple sections each semester. Activities provide fun, fitness, and academic credit opportunities. The program is available at different campus locations and aims to enhance students’ knowledge of sports, health, and fitness.
Undergraduate Programs
The Kinesiology and Health Science Department offers undergraduate programs of study designed to prepare USU students for successful careers in one of three areas: Health Education and Promotion, Kinesiology, or Recreation Administration. Preparation is accomplished through well-rounded, rigorous course requirements.
Undergraduate Student Advising
Suggested semester-by-semester four-year plans for students working toward a bachelor’s degree are available through the Kinesiology and Health Science Department.
Students should consult with their advisor to develop a plan of study tailored to their individual needs and interests. Appointments to meet with an advisor can be made online through cehs.usu.edu/advising/.
Major requirement sheets, which provide detailed information about requirements for departmental majors, can be obtained from the department and through the KHS website cehs.usu.edu/khs/graduate/student-resources/tracking-sheets.
Activity Courses
USU students are served by an extensive elective lifetime-skill activity course program. The number and diversity of courses encourage students to increase their lifetime participation skills and enjoy opportunities, creativity, and expression. Students may also achieve and maintain a high level of personal fitness and adopt a proactive lifestyle conducive to health and well-being.
University Honors Program
The University Honors Program offers students in all colleges and majors the unique opportunity to deepen their educational experience with hands-on practical applications of their academic knowledge. The Honors Program admits incoming, transfer, and existing USU students based on application. High achieving students with at least one year remaining are encouraged to apply. See the University Honors Program catalog entry and website (honors.usu.edu) for more information.
Graduate Programs
Students in the Kinesiology and Health Science Department are prepared to enter competitive professional fields by working with mentors to discover knowledge and deliver evidence-based research to rural areas of the state. The KHS department is home to a variety of disciplines and offers the following graduate degrees Master of Education (MEd) in Physical and Sport Education, Master of Fitness Promotion (MFP), Master of Public Health (MPH) in Health Education and Promotion, Master of Science in Kinesiology (MS), and a Master of Sports Management (MSM).
Potential students are encouraged to visit the program pages on the KHS website for the program(s) they are interested in to learn more:cehs.usu.edu/khs/graduate/index.
Admissions
Students desiring to enroll in one of the graduate programs in the KHS department must be admitted to the Utah State University School of Graduate Studies. As students start an application they will create a log-in that will allow them to come back in and complete their applications. The application has two parts, the initial application and the supplemental items. Students must complete the initial application and pay the application fee before they can access the supplemental materials.
Each program has supplemental materials required specific to their program. These are listed in the application, but can also be reviewed through the KHS website: cehs.usu.edu/khs/graduate/index.
Graduate Student Advising
Students in the KHS department are advised by both the department graduate program coordinator (GPC) and their Major Professor (Faculty Advisor/Mentor). Both roles can and will help students to successfully fulfill program and graduation requirements and navigate through the process of getting a degree.
Graduate Assistantships
The KHS Department offers graduate assistantship (GA) opportunities for students based in Logan, Utah who have been accepted into one of the department’s graduate programs.
Students interested in these positions complete the GA application, submitted directly to the department. This is separate from the admissions application, submitted to the Graduate School. The deadline for both applications is March 1 to be considered for a GA position. Positions are awarded for the coming Fall and Spring semesters. Details about the GA application requirements can be accessed through the KHS website: https://cehs.usu.edu/khs/graduate/student-resources/grad-assistantships
Financial Support
Scholarship opportunities may be available for both undergraduate and graduate students to apply for depending on your degree or program in Banner. To receive a scholarship, you must be a student with a major housed in the Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services, pursuing coursework each semester in your major field, and taking between 12-18 credits for an undergraduate and 9 credits for graduate each semester. Limited scholarships are available for part time students.
Scholarship applications typically open for the coming year in mid-December or early January. The application is at the USU General Scholarship Application. A helpful video about the application and common questions and answers are found on the USU scholarship page with the application.
In addition, students are strongly encouraged to apply for financial aid by completing a FAFSA application each year. Many scholarships require the applicant to show financial need. Financial need must be shown through a FAFSA application which must be on record at the university. The process can often take a week or two, so please apply early. Apply online for the FAFSA.
For additional information students are encouraged to visit the Emma Eccles Jones College website: cehs.usu.edu/academics/scholarships/index.
Student Research and Engagement Opportunities
Research is the hallmark of a science degree (e.g., Bachelor of Science, Master of Science). Students interested in health, kinesiology, and recreation research are encouraged to assist faculty members with grant writing, data collection, data analysis, and report writing. Additionally, students can assist faculty members with submissions of scholarly presentations and articles.
Research areas include health promotion, health education, exercise science, corporate wellness, sport psychology, sport in society, biomechanics, neuromechanics, pedagogy, and other related fields. Research laboratories in the KHS department include the Biomechanics Lab, the Body Composition Lab, the Exercise Physiology Lab, the Kids in Motion Lab, the Neuromechanics Lab, the Neuromuscular Research Lab, the Perception-Action Lab, the Sensory Motor Behavior Lab, the Sport Psychology Lab, and the John Worley Sport Medicine Clinical Research Center. Students interested in being involved with one of these labs should contact the lab director: cehs.usu.edu/khs/labs/overview.
Research is not the only opportunity for students to participate, students also have the option to engage in internship experiences. The purpose of an internship is for students to have the chance to observe professionals and gain experience in career areas of interest. Internships also provide hands-on, practical experience in which students can apply their knowledge in a real-world work setting, providing a benchmark for future careers.
Beyond the classroom students can engage in the department through participation in clubs and other activities planned and provided for students, cehs.usu.edu/khs/undergrad/clubs.
Additional Information
Additional information about the department, academic programs, faculty and instructors, and other information may be obtained from the Kinesiology and Health Science Department, or check the departmental home page at cehs.usu.edu/khs/index.
FACULTY - Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services
ProgramsBachelor of Science (BS)Certificate of Proficiency (CP)Master of Education (MEd)Master of Fitness Promotion (MFP)Master of Public Health (MPH)Master of Science (MS)Master of Sports Management (MSM)Minor
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