Department of Kinesiology and Educational Psychology

“Advancing Human Science and Pre-Health Education to Transform Communities Through Research and Practice“

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College of Education, Sport, and Human SciencesDepartment of Kinesiology and Educational Psychology

Transforming Communities Through Knowledge and Practice

The Department of Kinesiology and Educational Psychology offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs that prepare students to be leaders in their communities who possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to transform environments to promote human wellbeing.

We offer a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and a strength and conditioning minor at the undergraduate level. Graduate degrees include a Master’s degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, and Educational Psychology, as well as a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology.

Our undergraduate degree in Kinesiology prepares students to be highly qualified teachers and community leaders in health education and physical education; and qualified health/fitness instructors for fitness centers, corporate fitness programs, outpatient physical therapy, and rehabilitation program.

Undergraduates in this program work with faculty on interdisciplinary research projects and are prepared to further their education at the graduate level in fields such as kinesiology, physical therapy, and medical school

Our graduate students include future athletic trainers, professionals preparing to move into leadership positions in education, public health, high school, college, or professional sports; exercise scientists, teachers training to become researchers, and all those interested in asking complex questions about the human experience during physical movement or in educational environments. Our graduate programs are led by top professionals in our respective fields and offer hands-on learning experiences from day one.

In each of our programs, we are committed to developing professionals who will impact the health and wellness of children, adolescents, and adults. We are proud of the students, faculty, and staff who come together to meet today and tomorrow’s health and educational challenges.

Please join us! “We Inspiring Educators, Transforming Lives.”

A closer look at the KEP Department

The College of Education, Sport, and Human Sciences Department of Kinesiology and Educational Psychology (KEP) exemplifies the university’s land-grant mission by prioritizing education, research, and community engagement. This promotes human wellbeing and prepares students to be leaders and advocates in their fields.. KEP provides hands-on learning experiences, such as internships with Division-I athletic programs. Additionally, research opportunities like the WARNS project address school truancy. KEP fosters equity and access in health, physical activity, and education by challenging biases and addressing barriers through innovative teaching and research methods. Collaboration with community partners further amplifies the department’s impact, from parental engagement nights at local schools to inclusive movement programs for youth. These efforts align with WSU’s mission and the College of Education, Sport, and Human Sciences commitment to innovation, inclusion, and impact, ensuring students are prepared to meet the complex challenges of today’s health and educational landscapes.

Department of Kinesiology and Educational Psychology

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