Welcome to the Health and Kinesiology Department, where we explore the integrated disciplines surrounding health, kinesiology, athletic training, fitness and exercise. The diverse range of activity classes available in our program allows students to develop, refine and advance skills and knowledge in fitness, aquatics, individual and team sports.
Our department offers degree and certificate programs for transfer opportunities, career readiness and to meet the variety of academic goals of our diverse students’ needs and interests!
What Students Are Saying:
“From the start of the semester until now, I lost a total of 10 pounds. To be able to do so in this short amount of time demonstrates one of the positive effects of this class!”
“Taking health 100 didn’t just affect my desire for a healthier lifestyle – it also enriched my intellectual side on how to be a better person in general and how to control my emotions. It has had a huge impact on the long-run, meaning lifelong wellness.”
“My journey through health class has been a great experience, leaving a huge impact on my understanding of self-care and healthy options. From physical, mental, and emotional health to comprehensive lessons on nutrition and exercise to insightful discussions about mental health and stress management.”
“I have already made changes to my diet and plan to make changes to my fitness because of what I learned in class and the effect it had on me. I know I will continue to use my knowledge gained from this class to improve my health in the future.”
“Because of this course, I have made major progress when it comes to my diet, habits, self-esteem, and overall attitude. I plan to utilize the information that I obtained from this course throughout the rest of my life.”
“Overall, I found immense value in taking this class. With the current climate in America, we face many health-related epidemics including obesity, disease, addiction and mental health issues. This course illustrates the complexities of the different elements of our lives and how those impact one another. Understanding and implementing the strategies we learned in the class would improve the lives of everyone.”
Mission Statement:
Our mission is to provide an educational experience that positively impacts our students’ lives through the study of health, wellness, movement principles, and sport. We believe wellness is an integral part of a comprehensive, diverse educational experience that helps students be future ready. We are committed to facilitating a healthy learning experience by utilizing culturally responsive teaching, engaging students in active and applied learning, and building essential 21st century skills for employment, such as critical thinking, problem solving skills, emotional intelligence, and teamwork.