We examine how the science of physical activity and the business of sport can be used to improve lives. From preventing and rehabilitating disease and injury to developing organizations that help communities thrive, we’re providing the solutions our world needs to move on to better things.
Academic Programs
Our world-class faculty lead a diverse range of high-impact research, from understanding the role of physical activity in preventing disease to improving mobility in aging and recovering populations, to managing sport facilities and helping athletes stay safe, to improving health and well-being at all stages of life.
Read More About Stephanie PalmerIt’s a true joy to help people develop the knowledge and skills that empower them to live healthy, active lives. The most satisfying aspect of my career (so far) has been helping children become skillful, confident movers.
Read More About Jarrett Irons (KIN '95, MS '96)When the president of the university is talking about the work we're doing, you know we’re not the little kinesiology in the CCRB that we used to be. Now we're on the level of being an asset to the university. I love that.
Read More About Jon Paley (SM '95)The building is fantastic, but it’s what’s inside that counts. The research we’re conducting, what we are teaching people, the advancement that we are giving students — it is always forward-thinking.
Read More About Olivia MilsteinWhen I was trying to figure out what I wanted to do, I realized the one thing that's been a constant in my life, and it's been my love for sports. So I thought: Why don’t I create a career out of this and help people feel what I feel for sports and gain what I've gained from sports?
