For more than a century, our department has built an outstanding track record in teaching health science, pioneering scientific research, and forming community partnerships and outreach.

We offer a range of programs face-to-face and online, including our leading-edge EdD online doctoral program.

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Kinesiology, early on, was devoted to the preparation of physical education teachers and coaches.

Now this multifaceted academic discipline centers on physical activity and its impact on health, society, and quality of life.

We offer rigorous interdisciplinary education and experiential learning in applied, clinical, community and research settings.

Undergraduate and graduate degree programs maximize opportunities for diverse careers.

biomechanist
cardiopulmonary rehabilitation specialist
exercise physiologist
physical education / health teacher
fitness leader / personal trainer
health coaching
strength and conditioning coach, mental skills coach
certified athletic trainer
sport coach, director of community youth sport programs
faculty member, researcher
preparation for health professions: nurse, physician assistant, physical and occupational therapist or doctor

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Dr. Abbie Wrights Creates a Teaching Advisory Committee at Wake Forest University - Since graduation in May of 2022, Dr. Abbie Wrights has continued working as a teaching professional at Wake Forest University in the Health and Exercise Science… ...
Dr. Patricia Williams Promoted to Associate Dean of Arts and Sciences at Gaston College - Dr. Patricia Williams, a 2022 graduate of the EdD in KIN program, has had a busy fall semester since summer graduation at UNCG. At the start… ...
Amber Fair Booker: A lot has changed in 6 months - After a little more than 6 months in business, we decided to check back in with Amber Fair Booker to hear more about how things are… ...

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Kinesiology Virtual Open House November 4, 2022 Are you looking to continue your education in a diverse setting with award-winning faculty? Then join us for our Virtual Open House on Friday, November 4, 2022. ...
MSAT Virtual Open House October 24, 2022 The UNCG MSAT will be holding a virtual open house on Monday, Oct 24, 2022 from 1-2 pm (eastern standard time). Please use this form to RSVP. ...
Graduate Program In-Person Open House for HBCU’s & MSI’s October 21, 2022 Are you looking to continue your education in a diverse setting with award-winning faculty? Then join us for our in-person Open House on October 21, 2022. ...

Alumni Profile: Erin Reifsteck - The Department of Kinesiology is proud to highlight Dr. Erin Reifsteck, one of its many esteemed alumni who have invested their knowledge and skills gained at UNCG to work professionally. As an alum of both the Master's as well as… ...

Faculty Profile: Dr. Pam Brown - The Department of Kinesiology loves to recognize our outstanding faculty members. Read more on Dr. Pam Kocher Brown, and all she has done for UNCG! In recognition for her excellence in teaching, Pam Kocher Brown, received two teaching awards this… ...