UIndy Department of Kinesiology, Health, and Sport Sciences

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The Department of Kinesiology at the University of Indianapolis

Majors within the department include the following:

Community Health Education:
Health educators work to encourage healthy lifestyles and well ness through educating individuals and communities about be haviors that promote healthy living and prevent diseases and other health problems. Health educators most commonly are employed wi

th state or local health departments, nonprofit organizations, hospitals (patient or public education), universities (student health centers or employee wellness), or corporations (employee health promotion). Exercise Science:
The purpose of the Exercise Science degree is to prepare students for entry-level employment in corporate fitness centers, health clubs, sports medicine clinics, cardiac rehabilitation programs, or other programs that require exercise testing and prescription. This degree is also an excellent science-based foundation for physical therapy and other graduate schools. Sport Management:
The University of Indianapolis Sport Management program provides students with a unique opportunity to learn about the business of sport through partnerships with local sports organizations including the NCAA, Indiana Pacers, Indianapolis Indians, Indy Parks & Recreation, and Indiana Special Olympics. The curriculum provides for both classroom and hands-on experiences to train the student in working in the administration of sporting events and programs. Teaching Health and Physical Education (K-12):
The purpose of this degree is to prepare teachers and coaches who promote the development of healthy and physically educated persons. The department works in conjunction with the standards of the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education, the Indiana Professional Standards Board, and the National Association for Sport and Physical Education. Students develop skills in health and physical education teacher preparation, motor learning, instructional strategies, communication, diverse learners, assessment, reflection, and collaboration. Students are exposed to the classroom setting in the first semester of education course work. Additionally, students are equipped to teach others in the use and effectiveness of utilizing current technology such as heart rate monitors. Familiarity of current technologies, such as the heart rate monitor, makes the graduate much more employable. Students are also offered the potential to become certified in water safety instruction, a desirable teaching certification.

05/12/2023

One degree down, another to go! After receiving his bachelor's last Saturday, first-generation college grad Christian Mireles will continue on with UIndy Interprofessional Health & Aging Studies Department to pursue his master's in Healthcare Administration.

"I chose UIndy because of the sense of belonging I felt here when I arrived on campus," said Christian. "It just felt like a tight-knit community that I wanted to be part of."

Read more about Christian's experience on : https://bit.ly/3pny2DL.

02/20/2023

Did you know that UIndy has a Dietetic Internship Program? Recently several of our students were charged with planning and preparing lunch for the Board of Trustees and Mayor Joe Hogsett!

01/10/2023

Considering a master's degree in sport management? Choose UIndy!
Intelligent.com has named UIndy to its list of Best Master's in Sports Management Degree Programs in 2023. We ranked #19 out of more than 3,0000 schools in the nation, based on tuition costs, admission, retention and graduation rates, reputation, and the student resources provided for online students. Call graduate admissions counselor Colleen Hepner for more info! (317) 788-3354.

The NFL Scouting Combine is staying in Indianapolis for 2023-2024

05/25/2022

UIndy Sport Management alumna Audrey Becker Shafer is the event and program director of the NFL Combine, which will be staying in Indianapolis through 2024. Not only is this good news for Indianapolis, it's good news for UIndy to see a graduate excel and to be located close to the action, which provides significant hands-on opportunities for current Sport Management students.

The NFL Scouting Combine is staying in Indianapolis for 2023-2024 After a threat that it could leave, the NFL Scouting Combine will remain in Indianapolis for at least the next two years.

04/22/2022

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04/18/2022

The 7th annual UIndy Day is coming! Can't wait? No problem! You can make your gift to support UIndy today. Click the link below, then share your UIndy photos and spirit on your social media accounts on Thursday, April 21.

UIndy Day: April 21, 2022 Join me and make a gift on Day: April 21, 2022

04/12/2022

Celebrating National Public Health Week. Learn more about our public health programs here: https://www.uindy.edu/health-sciences/kinesiology/public-health-program

03/21/2022

Need somewhere fun and free for your kids to shake off all that pent up winter energy? UIndy Sport Management students will be providing free hour-long activities on the days/times below. Call 317-327-7220 today to register.

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Telephone

+13177883481

Website

http://www.uindy.edu/health-sciences/kinesiology

Address

1400 E Hanna Avenue
Indianapolis, IN
46227

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm