The mission of the Department of Health and Human Development is to educate individuals to improve personal and community wellness and quality of life through human movement, health, and leisure experiences.
Your gift to the Department of Health and Human Development will fund:
Student research
Equipment needs for our state-of-the-art student learning labs in the Carver Academic Facility
Registration and travel to conferences for graduate and undergraduate students
Teaching materials and equipment
Student recognition awards and events
Guest speakers and special events
Department scholarships
The goal of the department is excellence in teaching, research, and service. Programs in the department:
Provide professional preparation based on a foundation of liberal education.
Provide intellectually challenging programs of study through a variety of teaching techniques, including active student involvement in the learning process, practica, service learning, and participation in faculty research.
Provide instruction that enables students to communicate effectively, think critically and creatively, and work cooperatively.
Provide academic advisement that assists students in achieving their academic and professional goals.
Prepare students to be competent and ethical professionals who model a commitment to lifelong learning and healthy living.
Prepare students to be stewards of environments that promote healthy living and quality of life.
Prepare students to live and work in a culturally diverse society.
Undergraduate Degrees
Public Health (formerly Community Health)
Kinesiology
Physical Education and Health P-12
Recreation Management and Leadership
Graduate Degree: Master of Science in Kinesiology
Exercise Science
Sport & Exercise Psychology
Photo Descriptions:
HLED 410 social marketing campaign (carousel photo) - PH major
Biomechanics of cycling analysis (carousel photo) - KIN major
Measurement of oxygen consumption in exercise physiology lab (carousel photo) - KIN major
Makah Indian Reservation Ecotourism class field trip - RML major
Camp TEAM fun (camp for disabled community members) - RML major
Physical education teacher training in action - PEH major