Kinesiology
- 337-482-6615
- kinesiology@louisiana.edu
- Bourgeois Hall, Room 123-B
About
Learn about UL Lafayette's School of Kinesiology, the largest unit in the College of Education & Human Development, and its programs, faculty, and labs.
The School of Kinesiology studies how people respond to physical activity and exercise while promoting health and physical well-being. Because human movement is complex, we study it from many perspectives, including physical education, medicine and rehabilitation, sports performance, fitness, research, and other allied health areas.
Our Vision and Mission
The vision of the School of Kinesiology is to be a national and global leader in education, impactful research, and service within the kinesiology disciplines.
Our mission is to develop highly skilled graduate and undergraduate students who will be competitive in the job market, through core experiences in innovative instruction, exposure to cutting-edge scholarship, and community engagement.
What Sets Us Apart
- Learning by doing: Clinical experiences and practical application of knowledge are cornerstones of every program, from internships and clinical rotations to a yearlong teacher residency.
- Community connections: Our faculty are invested in the community and in Louisiana, and our students volunteer with health-related organizations and provide medical coverage at local events. Our graduates work in Acadiana's regional hospitals, physical therapy and occupational therapy clinics, fitness and wellness centers, Miles Perret Cancer Services, and more.
- National connections: The School of Kinesiology is a member of the American Kinesiology Association.
Accredited Programs
Our Health and PE Grades K-12 concentration is approved by the Louisiana Department of Education and accredited through the College of Education & Human Development by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). Our Master of Science in Athletic Training is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
Meet Our Faculty and Staff
Learn from faculty in athletic training, exercise science, health and physical education, health promotion and wellness, and recreation and sport management.
Explore Our Facilities
Bourgeois Hall, near the Cajundome, is home to our human performance, exercise biochemistry, athletic training, and motor learning labs, plus a dance studio and weight room.
Research for a Reason
Our faculty and students investigate questions like how prolonged sleep deprivation affects exercise ability and how nutritional and exercise supplements affect performance, and study how sports teams succeed on and off the field.
News and Events
Catch up on student and faculty stories and find upcoming School of Kinesiology events.
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