Department of Exercise Sciences

The Department of Exercise Sciences offers three BS degrees, an MS degree with four program specializations, and a PhD degree with three program emphases. The Department Mission and Objectives guide the program areas at each level. Each program also has a set of goals that pilot individual programs.

• A deep appreciation for and love of God;
• An understanding of the sacredness and miraculousness of the human body;
• Skills, knowledge, and ambition to be leaders, innovators, and caretakers in their chosen professions;
• Healthful lifestyle habits;
• Motivation to continue learning and expanding their understanding of their own fields of study as well as the world around them.

• Support the mission and aims of the University
• Nurture faith in God and the practice of Christian principles
• Prepare leaders to serve in ways that foster dignity and respect for the body, mind, and spirit
• Provide experiences that stimulate the acquisition and enjoyment of activities that promote health and happiness
• Encourage lifelong learning and advance the body of knowledge unique to the disciplines of the Department