The concentration of Exercise and Sport Science provides a comprehensive exposure to the fields of exercise science; sports medicine; health promotion; and wellness by introducing students to the theoretical concepts and practical skills associated with physical fitness, preventive health, and sports conditioning. Upon graduation, students wishing to pursue more advanced training in areas related to exercise science and health promotion are well prepared to do so. At that time, they are qualified to seek professional certification offered by various professional organizations such as the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

• Degree Sheet
• 4 Year Plan

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program are well-prepared for careers as health and fitness instructors, health and fitness directors, personal trainers, exercise physiologists, and/or health promotion specialists in private, corporate, or medically-based fitness and wellness programs.

Faculty

Richard Bloomer, PhD University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 2003 Assistant Professor
Michael H. Hamrick, EdD University of Tennessee, 1973 Professor
Yuhua Li, PhD Texas A&M University, 1994 Associate Professor
Barbara McClanahan, Ph.D., Ed.D. University of Mississippi, 1999 The University of Memphis, 1990 Assistant Professor
Jebose Okwumabua, PhD University of New Mexico, 1985 Professor
Frank Rosato, EdD University of Tennessee, 1973 Professor
Brian Shilling, PhD The University of Memphis, 2004 Assistant Professor
Tod Underhill, MS Slippery Rock University, 1999 Lecturer
Kenneth Ward, PhD University of Memphis, 1998 Associate Professor
Lawrence Weiss, EdD University of Georgia, 1979 Professor