Spartan Complex
The Department of Kinesiology moved into its newly renovated home in Fall 2015. Part of a 60 million dollar project, SPX and YUH are home to first-rate teaching and research spaces.
Rock and Roll Marathon
Students in the Department of Kinesiology have a long history of participating in and working for the SJ Rock 'n Roll Marathon held in October in Downtown San Jose.
Seminar Teamwork
Hands on learning experiences are the norm in the Department of Kinesiology. "The art and science of human movement"
Graduation
Congratulations to our 2017-2018 graduates!
Rowing
Rowing, one of the many exciting Physical Activity classes offered by the Department of Kinesiology
Welcome to the Department of Kinesiology
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GraduateOur graduate students work in corporate, community and clinical exercise settings,
careers in the allied healthcare professions, and gain entrance into nationally-recognized
doctoral programs. |
UndergraduateOur revised curriculum is designed to provide a contemporary understanding of key issues in Kinesiology
and to prepare students for careers in the field or success in graduate school. |
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FacultyOur core faculty include 23 tenured and tenure-track faculty members who hold doctoral
degrees in various academic areas within the discipline of Kinesiology. Our faculty
are student-centered, professionally engaged, and help students succeed in their academic
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Activity & GEOur Activity Program offers over 60 physical activity classes that help students fulfill the two unit SJSU physical education requirement, while teaching fitness and activity skills that last a lifetime. Our General Education Program offerings provide a range of classes in lower division and upper division SJSU GE Studies. |
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Learning SpacesOur newly-renovated and beautifully |
CommunityOur students, faculty, and staff come from varied backgrounds, which brings life,
vitality, culture, and creativity to our department. |
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The SJSU Department of Kinesiology is an active, Charter Member of the American Kinesiology Association and joins the AKA in efforts to promote the discipline of Kinesiology through conducting sound research, preparing well trained students for the work force, and enhancing people's physical activity and health. | ||