I switched into the Movement Science program halfway through my sophomore year. Prior to that I had not heard of Movement Science or even Kinesiology for that matter. By that point, I had taken some of my pre-medical requirements including Biology and Physics. I really appreciated both subjects as they applied to human beings, particularly human movement.

When I heard about the MVS major, I was immediately struck by the relevance of each of the three components: Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, and Motor Control. Biomechanics related my interest in physics to human motion, exercise physiology allowed me to further explore my interest in metabolic diseases such as diabetes mellitus, and motor control offered insight into the neurological components and pathways of basic human movement tasks and disorders. As a whole, the major was much more relevant to my interests than anything else I had seen at the University.

The information that I have learned in the Movement Science program is very relevant to medical school. Thanks to this program, I have a very strong background in human anatomy, and I understand nutrition and exercise from a scientific standpoint.

The information that I have learned in the MVS program will serve to supplement my medical education tremendously, and will allow me to integrate exercise and nutrition into patient care more fluently. More importantly is how you learn to think. Particularly in classes such as Motor Control with Dr. Brown and Exercise Physiology with Dr. Horowitz, students learn to integrate and critically analyze scientific data; this is a skill that will be invaluable for me throughout my career.

After graduation, I chose to attend U-M Medical School. For me, it has it all. Not only is it a top ten medical school only 30 minutes away from my family, but the student life and culture is excellent, the curriculum is one of the most progressive in the country, there are great research and extracurricular opportunities, the hospital systems offer a diverse range of patient interactions, and Ann Arbor is a very student friendly place to live.

If you have a strong interest in any or all of the components of the Movement Science degree, I strongly suggest sitting in on some of the classes or going to talk to some of the professors and students.

The major really is what you make of it. If you take an interest in any one area you can focus in on it. I really liked the exercise physiology component of the major, and I have worked in the Muscle Biology Lab for over a year doing research pertinent to metabolic disorders such as diabetes.

There are plenty of opportunities to get involved with laboratories or to become a teaching assistant for classes that you liked. Movement Science is definitely worth checking out!

When I was in high school I knew that I wanted to study medicine, but was not sure exactly what career I wanted to pursue. I learned about U-M Kinesiology, and thought that it would be a great option. I was able to take several anatomy and physiology classes as a Movement Science student, which confirmed my desire to have a career in medicine, and helped me to prepare for graduate school concurrently.

I am currently a Physician Assistant student at Wayne State University. I plan to practice in Emergency Medicine or a surgical specialty.The Movement Science program prepared me very well for graduate school. All of the anatomy and physiology classes that I took helped me prepare for course material that I saw in graduate classes. The MVS curriculum provides a broad range of science courses that made my medical knowledge very well rounded. The Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, and Motor Control courses created a strong foundation that carried on with me into my graduate studies.

I loved Kinesiology! The small classes provided an intimate learning experience, which was really helpful for me. The one-on-one interaction with professors provided me with a clearer understanding of my course material, since I frequently asked questions.

In addition to the small class sizes, the MVS curriculum really covers a broad scope of anatomy, physiology, and other pre-health care classes, which helped me to prepare for graduate school, even before I had pinpointed exactly what career I wanted to pursue.

I am currently enrolled in a Master's Program in Kinesiology. In addition I am a Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer for football and work in the Neurotrauma Research Lab.

The Athletic Training major provided me with a good balance of clinical and academic experiences. I have a solid base of knowledge of anatomy and sports medicine concepts that have been important for me to make the transition to working as a Certified Athletic Trainer. I have learned to think critically and be selective in the vast amount of clinical knowledge that I have collected.

Working with Michigan Athletics taught me to pay close attention to detail and handle a fast-paced environment. This prepared me to handle the high stress of working in Big Ten Football. I have also learned to appreciate the elite level of medical personnel who are involved with Michigan Athletics. Overall, I have been taught to have a strong work-ethic and strive for excellence as a medical professional.

As an undergrad I had some summer research experience working as a research assistant in two projects involving college-aged rowers run by the University of Hong Kong and Hong Kong Polytechnic University. I developed an understanding of how to construct testing protocol and issues in dealing with test subjects. This experience has helped me in designing and developing my own thesis project.

My individual athletic training skills really developed when I worked with Michigan football and basketball summer camps. I learned to be independent and to make decisions on injury treatment/management. Being able to put my hands on several athletes allowed me to apply my knowledge of surface anatomy.

Movement Science is tailored for pre-health students, unlike traditional biology programs. In Movement Science, we do hands-on learning of how bodies function in normal physiology, as well as pathology, that prepared me much better for medical school than other programs.

I completed a Senior Honors Thesis on prevention of ACL injuries in female athletes, where I ran a research project that was headed by a faculty mentor. I collected and analyzed data, and wrote a thesis. I was also involved in the Curriculum Advisory Group, Kinesiology Ambassadors, Senior Gift Community, and I participated in intramural sports.

The combination of Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, and Motor Control gave me a much deeper understanding of how the human body works, and enhanced what I was learning in my biology courses.

The material I learned in the Movement Science curriculum has already helped me tremendously in medical school, and I truly have an advantage over many of my colleagues because I learned much more about human biology than what is taught in a traditional biology curriculum.

Through my Michigan experience I had the opportunity to work with a summer camp (Kidsport), coach at a local high school, play sports, and promote wellness in all areas. I developed a deep passion for each of these activities, and saw no other profession where I can do all four aspects then being a Physical Educator and Health teacher.

I have never worked with more intelligent, enthusiastic, and passionate people as I did with my professors in Kinesiology. By observing and working with them, it allowed me to become the best teacher I can be. In addition the structure of the courses and my student teaching really prepared me for my teaching position.

I would advise anyone trying to get into teaching to make themselves as "marketable" as possible. As a PE teacher, step out of your comfort zone and be as good at as many things as you can. The more experience you can offer your school the better. Also, realize and understand that the material you learn both inside and outside of the classroom is vital to best preparing you for your occupation.

When I was applying to colleges, I looked at schools that had a Sports Management and Communications (SMC) major. One of the greatest benefits of the U-M Kinesiology program was that the faculty and staff were so community oriented. They were focused on character development as much as academic development. For me, Kinesiology was like the "Cheers" of schools, where you walk into the building and everybody knows your name. The faculty and staff took a tremendous amount of interest in us as students and it allowed us to learn in a comfortable environment and created an outlet for us that the rest of the university didn't always provide.

The program in Kinesiology provides a wonderful opportunity for motivated students looking to develop strong leadership skills while balancing a love for sports with a comprehensive overview of core academics. I think it's very important to realize that the quality of education one receives at the university is predicated on a number of factors. But if the student can be surrounded by a dedicated and caring staff the factors and obstacles that often times befuddle us as students become less obtrusive when we're members of the Kinesiology community.

Being enrolled in Kinesiology also allowed me to interact with many varsity athletes. Understanding the various personalities of dedicated athletes comes only with interaction and there was constant interaction within the SMC (now SM)program. That was extremely valuable experience for me as I work closely with athletes in my career.

Because of the Athletic Training major I feel much more comfortable with my current graduate school program. Because of the hands-on experience I had at Michigan I feel at ease when learning new skills and then applying them to my patients. Many of the professors here notice and appreciate my comfort with my hands-on skills. Had I not had such extensive experience with the athletes at Michigan, I don't think I would be as comfortable with applying these skills as I am. Extracurricular involvement at U-M also helped me become a more well-balanced individual and professional. It allowed me to explore new opportunities that I never knew existed. My experience with Kinesiology was like being in a family.

I joke that Michigan won the National Championship in basketball and the Rose Bowl in football and I said "I'm going there!" The truth is that I've always had a passion for the business of sports and with the combination of Michigan's academic reputation and the school spirit along with the fact that Kinesiology was a smaller school that could provide personal attention within an ultimately larger university population, it provided the perfect fit.

I can't imagine having a better experience than I did with Kinesiology. I feel awfully lucky, and honored to still be involved with the school (Kinesiology Alumni Society Board of Governors).

The Sport Management program helped me start my career, as I learned about an internship through my Sports Facilities class. The Michigan reputation helped me secure the opportunity.

Students need to follow their gut in choosing a school, but if you're passionate about sports and business, then this is where you should start your career. Also, you can now take advantage of the hundreds of existing Sports Management graduates that are willing to help in any way possible.

My love for sports, medicine, and learning about the human body led me to Kinesiology. While in Kinesiology, I found an interest in neuromuscular diseases, which ultimately led to my passion for epidemiology and public health preparedness.

There are many new and interesting fields in preparedness planning that have emerged in the public and private sector over the past ten years, specifically in homeland security and emergency management since the attacks of 9/11. Kinesiology taught me that out of the ordinary career opportunities do exist, and following our passion for learning will ultimately lead us to opportunities we may not have otherwise known about.

Kinesiology opened the door to different career paths in the health arena. The Kinesiology curriculum allows students to obtain the necessary pre-requisites for a variety of graduate programs while taking classes that incorporate sports and exercise. Kinesiology provided me with the flexibility to take classes in multiple of fields of study while an undergraduate, to include courses at the School of Public Health, where I eventually found my passion.

I decided to study Physical Education at U-M because it allowed me to pursue a career that incorporated two of my interests: being involved with athletics and working with young men and women. The Physical Education program provided me with a solid knowledge base and a variety of student teaching experiences. I was also able to meet a number of teachers already in the field who exemplified the dynamic practices and charismatic qualities that make a successful educator.

I felt confident and prepared from Day One in my new job and I owe that to the U-M program. My experience in the PE program was an extremely positive and memorable one. I would encourage anyone who has a great desire to positively impact the lives of kids to at least explore a major in PE. I am confident that your experience will be rewarding and fulfilling just as mine was!

After graduating in 2003 from the Athletic Training program, I attended the University of Pittsburgh where I earned a Master of Science degree and had a graduate assistantship.

My education with U-M has allowed me to have experiences as an athletic trainer at the Division III college level, currently with an outreach program in a physical therapy clinic and high school, and has led me to begin another health degree as a physical therapist Assistant. Not only did my education at U-M prepare me for my athletic training career, but it has also brought me additional roles as a health and wellness coordinator and marketing representative.

All of my success I credit to my education U-M. The program taught me about leadership, confidence, and helped me create a strong foundation for being a competent clinician. The experiences were a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and I would not be as successful now without them; I often tell those who ask that nothing will ever compare to my class and clinical time in Ann Arbor. The hands-on teaching approach is one in a million and the networking for my career has been immeasurable. I'm proud to be a graduate of the University of Michigan where I truthfully can call myself one of "the leaders and best".

Although I started at U-M in the College of Engineering, I knew long before I came to Ann Arbor that I wanted a career in sports. I did a few sport-related internships while I was still an engineering student and those experiences solidified my thoughts. With the help of advisors and faculty, I explored the possibilities and decided to officially make the switch to Kinesiology. It was one of the biggest decisions I have ever made so I was sure to take my time and think through all my options, and Sport Management was by far and away at the top of the list.

For me, the strength of the Kinesiology program is the variety of Sport Management classes offered. The individual classes I took were fantastic on their own and offered adequate preparation for a career in the sports industry. But being able to gain pre-career experience in fields like Marketing, PR, Sales, Finance and Law helped me understand all the facets that come together to make sports franchises run.

I'm a firm believer that to maximize your potential in any given role you have to understand the tasks and initiatives of the other positions you'll be working with. Regardless of what career you're considering, the best advice I can offer is to talk to people with experience in that field. Find out what you can expect from that career, the type of lifestyle you'll have, what your day-to-day life will be like, and what their most and least favorite parts of their professional lives are. Find out what the requirements are to enter that field, what their personal goals and aspirations were and how they were able to achieve them. Sport Management is no exception to this, and the School of Kinesiology can offer plenty of outlets for more information on what life with a career in sports is like.

Whether it's advisors, professors, current students or alums, there is a wealth of knowledge tied up in people who have traveled similar pathways and they will be able to guide you as you make decisions about your future. You just have to ask!

My undergraduate degree in Athletic Training helped prepare me for my current position by instilling in me the core values of hard work, accountability, loyalty, and a desire to pursue excellence. It is these values that help push me to provide the best medical care that I can to student-athletes as well as continually upgrading my clinical skills and knowledge base.

"Outside of the major, the internships I did during my undergraduate years helped open my eyes to the world of Athletic Training outside of Ann Arbor. It helped me develop a skill and knowledge base founded not only on what I learned and experienced at U-M, but also blended with the experiences from other places. I think as a whole, these different experiences helped make me a more well rounded professional and person.

I had always planned on becoming a teacher, but envisioned myself as a history teacher or something along those lines. When I came to the University of Michigan I began as a Movement Science major, but struggled with some of the content because I couldn't apply it. I later switched majors to Physical Education, which was able to meet my interest with exercise, create a direct application of the content I was learning, and enable me to do something that I love.

The Physical Education program prepared me extremely well for my career. The lesson planning and skill development focus of the program was critical in my development as an educator. The ability to minor in Health Education also enabled me to be highly qualified. The exposure to new curricular models like "Teaching Games for Understanding" has put me on the cutting edge of an ever changing field. However, the experience I gained teaching students with disabilities had the most impact on my career and inspired me to continue further into the field of Adapted Physical Education.

Everyone in Kinesiology was very supportive during my time at Michigan. The professors are devoted to student learning and, unlike other schools, take a more nurturing and developmental approach. I always felt that my instructors truly cared about me.

Since graduating, the impact of being from U-M and the School of Kinesiology has exceeded my expectations. The connections I made have opened numerous doors and set me up for success in the rest of my career. As I moved on to another university I came to see that there truly is a "Michigan Difference". Students who graduate from Michigan and Kinesiology each year are certainly among the best.

For future students considering a major in Physical Education, the best advice I can give is to get involved with anything and everything you can. Through the Physical Education program there are numerous opportunities to get hands-on experience working with youth. Take advantage of these opportunities, especially KidSport. Also, take the time to be aware of the research and scholarly work being done in Kinesiology. Having an understanding of the current evidence in pedagogy and Movement Science will give you an advantage over other new Physical Educators entering the profession.

Athletic training is a great field because you get a lot of hands-on experience before getting your first job.

During the three years of my clinical experiences as an Athletic Training student, my communication, problem solving, and practical skills increased drastically. When faced with a problem today, I often rely on what I learned from my clinical instructors in order to best handle the situation.

Honestly, I think the best thing that I could have done was to also get a degree in Physical Education. It automatically put me at the top of the list every time I went in for an interview. It also makes me more familiar and connected with the students. I highly suggest it to anyone in the field.

Being a part of the Organization for Athletic Training Students (OATS) was a great experience. It gave me the opportunity to make really great friendships. Additionally, through OATS I was able to attend Athletic Training conferences where I learned how to handle myself in the professional environment and prepared me for the future.

Simply put, the University of Michigan is the best school with the best sports. I entered the University of Michigan in LSA with the goal of being a sports journalist. I quickly learned that that was not the path for me and transferred to the School of Kinesiology during my sophomore year. As soon as I learned more about Kinesiology and the Sport Management program, I knew it was my perfect fit. Being able to combine sports, education and work sounded just too good to be true.

From day one, the School of Kinesiology was welcoming and provided me with a great experience. Kinesiology is truly a family - faculty and staff were always there to assist me with anything that I needed and everyone was kind and caring. In addition, Kinesiology provides students with multiple ways to expand upon the in-class education, including clubs, research, seminars/conferences and internships. I have stayed involved with the school since graduation and plan to continue to do so.

The best advice that I can give to students is to not limit yourself. College provides endless opportunities to expand your horizons, both inside and outside of the classroom, and doing so will only help in your future. In addition, once you have figured out on what you want to focus your studies/career, it is important to get as much experience as you can. Join related student clubs, volunteer with local organizations and get as much internship experience as possible. I can honestly say that my internship experiences provided me with some of my most valuable lessons about the sports industry.

Lastly, take advantage of the natural network available in the School of Kinesiology. Never hesitate to reach out to alumni to learn more about them and their experiences. I treasure talking to and helping current students and there are thousands of Kinesiology alumni that would say the same. We are here to help!

I first decided to study Movement Science at Michigan because of the faculty and staff; I feel that students tend to get lost in big programs, but in Movement Science, there are so few of us that we are on a first name basis with most of the faculty and staff. I also knew MVS was the right major when I looked at the labs being conducted by the faculty and they aligned with my interests and professional goals.

I felt extremely prepared for graduate school, thanks to the Movement Science curriculum. The professors don't just present material in classes -- they want us to truly understand concepts that we will be able to use in our future professions. I've had two different courses with cadaver labs, which is not common as a Kinesiology undergrad. We also have access to many pieces of technology on a weekly basis in MVS labs, which has been a great experience and has made labs much more useful and helpful for the future.

Overall I've had a great experience in Kinesiology. Small class sizes really make a big difference. Professors are passionate about what they teach and really care about their students. I don't think I've had a class in Movement Science where the teacher didn't know my name; the personal connection you build with professors provides a lot of resources and makes success easier.

I chose to study Movement Science at U-M because I knew it would best prepare me for Physical Therapy School and being a Physical Therapist (PT). Classes like Biomechanics, Motor Control, and Exercise Physiology have been extremely helpful so far in my physical therapy curriculum. When you're going to be a PT, what better major can you have than "the study of human movement?" It was a PERFECT fit. Not to mention, almost all of the pre-PT requirements were also Movement Science requirements, so I didn't have to take too many additional classes, and was able to graduate in four years.

The Movement Science major prepared me very well for PT school. Specifically, in Biomechanics, we learned about angles, forces, and movements that occur at different joints and how the properties of the joint affect movement. I'm taking a "Kinesiology of the Joints" course right now where we are building on these principles so the Biomechanics background I have has been very beneficial. Also, Motor Control helped me to understand how the neuromuscular system works and how the brain controls movement. The concepts I learned in Motor Control were emphasized again in my Gross Anatomy and Neuro Anatomy courses in PT school. Having that basis of information really helped me succeed and get the most out of these graduate courses.

I also helped teach in Dr. Susan Brown's Motor Control lab my senior year at U-M. It was extremely helpful because it reinforced what I learned the year before and gave me experience in helping others learn. When I applied for a graduate research assistantship, I got one working with a professor in the PT department who specializes in neurological disorders. The reason I got the assistantship was because I had additional experience in the motor control area. Also, just being a subject in different Kinesiology research projects gave me exposure to what research is and how the process works. All of this has helped me as I work as a research assistant.