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2013 Spring Graduation
5/11/13:  Congratulations to our 2013 Athletic Training, Exercise Science and Physical Education graduates.
Graduation Spring 2013
5/10/13:  Congratulations to our Spring 2013 graduates in Kinesiology and Sport Management.
Jeff Galloway speaks at Brophy Hall
5/1/13:  Olympian Jeff Galloway speaks to Exercise Science students about endurance training.  Click here to learn more.
Phillips 5K Run/Walk 2013
4/20/13: Thanks to all who attended the 4th Annual Donna Phillips 5K Run / Dog Walk. Click here to learn more
ESS Trip 2013
4/11/13: Exercise Science students complete a 2 hour 'boot camp' at HD Fitness in Hoffman Estates during their 2013 Spring Trip.
Color Craze 2013
3/24/13: Psi Epsilon Sigma student volunteers for the Color Craze Run. Read More about Color Craze
Shape Up Illinois 2013
3/6/13: WIU Physical Education Students participate in Shape Up Illinois in Springfield. Read More
NGWSD 2013
2/2/13: Celebrating National Girls and Women in Sport Day.  Read more.
Graduation Fall 2012
12/15/12: Congratulations to our new graduates in Exercise Science, Physical Education, Kinesiology and Sport Management!
IAHPERD 2012
11/15/12:  Physical Education students attend the 2012 IAHPERD Conference in St. Charles, IL.
IAHPERD 2012
11/15/12: WIU Physical Education students, faculty and alumni attend the 2012 IAHPERD Conference in St. Charles, IL
Department of Kinesiology

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.

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The Department of Kinesiology at Western Illinois University is a charter member of the American Kinesiology Association