Kinesiology
Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts
Kinesiology at Adams State University
Prepare to be a leader, practitioner, or manager in the fitness, health, and sport industries. The Kinesiology program at Adams State University offers a number of specialized degrees to prepare you for a career in exercise science, physical education, coaching, sport psychology, and sport management. You’ll graduate with competency in the wellness, physiology, anatomy, motor development, sport psychology, strength and conditioning, sport management and more.
On-campus, you’ll have access to state-of-the art exercise science, biomechanics, strength and conditioning, mental training and PE pedagogy labs. Through our collaborations with local K-12 schools, parks & recreation programs, and physical therapy clinics you’ll have plentiful opportunities to put your classroom knowledge to practical use. Adams State also offers courses online, so you can access our expert faculty even if you’re not physically present.
Kinesiology
with areas of emphasis in
Minor in Kinesiology
Whether you’re majoring in geology, psychology, communications— and everything in between — ASU’s Minor in Kinesiology provides a valuable skill set for the professional world, and will set you apart from your peers.
Kinesiology Highlights
The Department of Kinesiology prepares students for the future with relevant degree plans. The current curriculum helps students in applying for graduate school in exercise science, sport psychology, sport management, athletic training, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and chiropractic medicine.
Students are exposed to top-of-the-line human performance testing equipment in the Strength and Conditioning Lab, the Biomechanics Lab, and the Human Performance Lab, the Mental Training and the PE pedagogy lab, enriching the learning experience.
Kinesiology Outcomes
99%
Graduates are employed within 90 days of graduation
Adams State focuses on students experience and student outcomes. Here you won’t spend hours sitting in boring lecture classes. Instead, gain hands-on experience that puts theory into action working directly with Adams State athletes, and community members.
Kinesiology Faculty
Terry Dupler, Ph.D.
Department Chair | Professor
Tracey Robinson, Ph.D.
Professor
Brian Zuleger, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Sara Erdner, Ph.D., CMPC
Clinical Assistant Professor
Aaron Tuioti-Mariner
Assistant Professor – NTT
Curt Howell
Assistant Professor – NTT
Maria Martinez
LecturerKinesiology Curriculum
Explore Some of Our Courses
KIN 120: Concepts in Wellness (3 hours)
Students will learn about the various dimensions of wellness, assess their own health status, and design interventions to improve personal health through lecture, video, laboratory experiences, and physical activities. This course will also provide students with the information necessary to make evidence-based decisions regarding personal wellness and to understand health disparities among diverse populations. There is a physical activity component to this course.
KIN 329: Exercise Physiology (3 hours)
This course presents an introduction and overview of the physiological bases of physical education, sport, and athletics. The effects of exercise on the various systems will be considered. Practical application of exercise science to physical fitness and athletic performance will be emphasized.
KIN 329L: Exercise Physiology Lab (1 hours)
This exercise physiology lab class is designed to supplement the exercise physiology lecture course. This course will provide students with a hands-on experience in which they can apply concepts learned in the classroom to practice in the human performance laboratory and field of exercise, fitness, and sport.
