Kinesiology Undergraduate Program
Kinesiology Undergraduate Mission Statement
The mission of the program is to generate, interpret, disseminate, and apply kinesiology discipline knowledge across various contexts to enhance health, productivity, and quality of life.
Our Mission is accomplished by:
- Educating students in the states, traits, and dispositions for professional positions, certifications and post-graduate work associated with the kinesiology discipline.
- Scholarly inquiry and dissemination of knowledge within the kinesiology sub-disciplines.
- Providing community, state, national, and international leadership and service in the kinesiology discipline.
These pursuits are manifested in:
- Degree programs
- Research programs supported by internal and external funding
- Publication and presentation of scientific research
- Service to the department, college, university, and professional organizations
- Kinesiology discipline service to surrounding communities
Application to the program
Research Labs
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Goals
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology, students will:
- identify moral questions, reflect on the implications and apply to discipline issues;
- be continuous, collaborative learners who further their own professional development and use their abilities to contribute to the profession;
- identify the central body of knowledge in kinesiology and use scientific literacy, quantitative reasoning and discipline knowledge to analyze contemporary issues;
- communicate effectively to a broad range of audiences using appropriate traditional and emerging technological media;
- use pedagogical knowledge to inform their practice;
- promote respect of diverse populations and thought.
Kinesiology Admissions
Admission Requirements
- Completion of 24 semester credits
- A grade of C or better in Human Anatomy (KINES 262) and Motor Development (KINES 199)
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 including the semester of application
- Applications are accepted in September (1st to 30th) and February (1st to 28th).
Please consult the WSU General Catalog for course planning. You must meet requirements as outlined in the catalog in order to graduate.
Academics
Kinesiology Career Possibilities
A Kinesiology degree can open up a lot of exciting career paths, depending on your interests. Check out our list of opportunities and discover where your degree can take you! Kinesiology Career Possibilities
What sets us apart
There are plenty of kinesiology degrees around the country. But see why our Kinesiology program is tops!
Kinesiology Program Advantages
It’s an easy choice! We Offer:
- Kinesiology students enhance learning through a combination of world-class research labs and innovative teaching methods.
- Undergraduates work with faculty on interdisciplinary kinesiology research projects.
- The student Kinesiology Club provides access to professional meetings, serves as a support network, and provides opportunities for leadership.
- A Strength and Conditioning minor to prepare students to train athletes at the collegiate and professional levels.
- The program provides and expects practical, hands-on opportunities for students to work with diverse populations, through practicum & internship.
Go ahead and compare our program to others… then you’ll see!
Professional Development Scholarship Opportunities
- Glen E. Galligan Fund for Student Development & Conferences
- Bruya-Wood Undergraduate Research Conference
Honors and Awards
Practical Experience
Writing Guide
Kinesiology Activity Courses
Kinesiology Curriculum
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Kinesiology Degree Requirements
- Students who were admitted to the major prior to fall 2021 [coming soon]
- Students who are admitted to the major in fall 2021, spring 2022, fall 2022 and spring 2023[coming soon]
- Students who are admitted to the major in fall 2023 and after[coming soon]
- Students who are admitted to the major in fall 2024 and after[coming soon]