The Mission of ECU Kinesiology is to provide quality education preparing students for various career
The Mission of the Department of Kinesiology is to provide quality education preparing students for various careers in and related to the field of Kinesiology. Our goal is to provide a curriculum that will challenge and prepare students with the necessary academic knowledge and skills for entry-level employment opportunities, for entry into graduate or professional programs of student, and for professional development.
05/21/2026
Remembering Emily Pena's honors presentation with some photos not previously shared. Any Kinesiology students interested in Honors or guided research should speak with a faculty member early in your degree. We want to see more of you investigating topics of interest to you. Congratulations again to Emily on completing her project and presentation related to mental health in athletics!
05/21/2026
If interested in this position offered through The Clinic, call 580-925-8895 or email Judd Drake at [email protected].
05/16/2026
Congratulations to our Kinesiology May 2026 graduates!! We are so proud of you. Sorry that we weren't able to catch pictures of everyone, but we celebrate with all of you. Please keep in touch.
05/16/2026
Kicking off outdoor graduation 2026! Congratulations to all of our graduates! Your Kinesiology faculty are proud of you.
05/06/2026
Emergency scenarios -
We test students on the skills learned over the semester. What would you do if...
Finals week is near! 😁
05/05/2026
Yesterday was our final day with volunteers for the ExerciseTest & Prescription class. We had such a great group of staff, faculty, students, and community members participating! We thank you greatly for your time and sincerely hope you can carry the knowledge you gained into your own personal health and fitness routines. Your time provided invaluable learning opportunities for these students. Thank you!
04/28/2026
Emily Pena (Kinesiology major) - presenting her thesis titled Perceptions of Mental Health Support in Division II Athletics. Congratulations on your work for the Honors Showcase today!
04/28/2026
Congratulations to our Kinesiology faculty! Dr. Jeff Williams received the prestigious Teaching Excellence Award. Coach Jeff McGaha celebrated completing his 20th year with ECU. Dr. Jen Lancaster received her promotion to Associate Professor. Let's celebrate with them.
Everyone loves scooters! The Adapted PE class enjoys some sunshine and scooter games.
04/21/2026
Congratulations to Adelyn Hernandez! After graduating from ECU this May, Adelyn will be attending the PTA program at Carl Albert State College in the fall. We celebrate with you, Adelyn!