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Mission

The primary mission of the Department of Kinesiology is to provide a sound comprehensive education for students preparing for careers in athletic training, exercise science and fitness, state teacher certified physical education, and related areas. The same goal holds true for graduate students in exercise science, pedagogy and adapted physical education, sport management, sport and exercise psychology, and wellness promotion and fitness management. To promote physical and mental well-being, the department also provides a variety of General Education fitness and sports courses for all Western Illinois University students. In addition to classroom responsibilities, the department strives to advance knowledge in the domain by means of original research works and supports the University and community through service activities.

Content Knowledge Assessment Exam
and
Health Related Fitness Exam
October 17, 2008
1:00-5:00
Must arrive at testing area by 4:00

Recognition of Department Achievement

Congratulations! Dr. Darlene Young and Dr. Jennifer Plos were selected as the recipients of two different 2008 College of Education and Human Services Faculty Awards. Dr. Young for Excellence in University and Community Service, and Dr. Plos in Excellence in Teaching.

Bella Hearst Diabetes Institute

Faculty members in the Department of Kinesiology are members of the Bella Hearst Diabetes Institute, an interdisciplinary educational and research program dedicated to the detection and management of diabetes primarily in college age students.

2009 Western Illinois Senior Olympics

Welcome letter, general information, registration information, and records for the Western Illinois Senior Olympics held April 24th - 25th, 2009.

Study Guides for KIN 168/468 Content Knowledge Assessment Exam &
Faculty with Office Hours

Course
Faculty
Office Hours
KIN 270 Dr. Randy Hyllegard M, W, & F 10:00-11:00, T & TH 1:00-2:00
  Dr. Christopher Kovacs

M & W 10:30-12:00 &
T 10:00-11:00

  Dr. Steve Radlo M & T 1:00-2:00
Web Office Hours:
W & TH 1:00-2:00
KIN 290 Dr. Ralph Graham M-TH 10:00-11:00
  Dr. Bill Lambert M & W 12:00-1:00 &
T & TH 11:00-12:00
  Dr. Dali Xu M 12:00-1:00, T & TH 12:00-1:30 & by appointment
KIN 359 Dr. Laura Finch M 1:15-2:30, T & TH 10:45-12:00 &
W 11:00-12:00 & by appointment
KIN 391 Dr. Mike Godard M-W 9:00-10:00 & M 3:00-4:00
  Dr. Ralph Graham M-TH 10:00-11:00
KIN 392 Dr. Tammi Bories M & W 10:00-11:30 & T 10:00-11:00
  Dr. Dali Xu M 12:00-1:00, T & TH 12:00-1:30 & by appointment

KIN 467 Health - Related Fitness Assessment

All majors must satisfactorily complete the Fitness Assessment during their last year.

Fitness Assessment Requirements

Medical Statement for students enrolled in activity classes