Kinesiology at University of Indianapolis

Welcome! The Department of Kinesiology is delighted that you are interested in becoming a professional in the area of health and human movement. Whether your interests lie in Community Health Education, Exercise Science,  Sport Management, or Teaching Health and Physical Education, it is the Department's goal to help you become the most effective professional possible. To accomplish this, we offer the following benefits:

Academic excellence

• Full-time faculty members with advanced degrees in their respective content areas that teach classes throughout the four years of your program.
• Faculty that has extensive experiences in clinical and practical settings.
• Collaborations with community partners that provide material for updated course material.
• Internships or field placements in your area of desired employment. During these experiences you learn how to put theory into practice!
• Opportunities to earn specialized licenses and/or certificates in coaching, lifeguarding, water safety instruction, or healthy behaviors.

Student benefits

• Access to sport business, professional organizations, and national leaders in the field of kinesiology with close proximity in the city of Indianapolis
• A Kinesiology Advisory Board that provides professional perspectives on student preparation.
• Small class size that supports an environment conducive to student learning.
• Future job assistance, offered through our Career Services Office.

These benefits make University of Indianapolis the right choice for you!

With any of these majors, you will work closely with an advisor and the faculty in your chosen area.

In today's society, "wellness" is an all-encompassing term. Spiritual, physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and occupational wellness are all vital aspects of one's total well-being. Therefore, all degree-seeking students are required to successfully complete KINS-101 Wellness and Fitness for a Lifetime.

We also off a unique program called Healthy Diploma.  This is a diploma of distinction that helps differentiate our graduates from other competing job applicants.  It is a 15 credit hour concentration that will help instill a lifetime of healthy behavior.  Students apply to the program their freshman or sophomore year.  UIndy is ground breaking as the only known college or university nationwide that is offering a program of this kind.

Dr. Lisa L. Hicks
Chair, Department of Kinesiology

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University of Indianapolis is an Equal Opportunity employer that actively seeks diversity in its workforce.

UIndy is a proud member of the American Kinesiology Association