The University of Nebraska at Kearney’s Kinesiology and Sport Sciences Department offers some of the most popular, dynamic, and high-demand programs in the region. Here you will be prepared for a variety of fields in health and exercise, recreation and sport sciences – and the teaching of these disciplines and subjects. You’ll also have future opportunities in graduate programs in health and medical professions.
With a new Wellness Center, Physical Activity and Wellness Lab, Athletic Training and Education Lab, and a new partnership with University of Nebraska Medical Center in our Health Science Education Complex, you will study human movement from the physiological, mechanical and psychological aspects. You’ll learn and experience a holistic view of a healthy mind, body, and community. As a graduate, you’ll be prepared for careers in growing fields of sport management, athletic training, physical education and coaching, managing parks and recreation facilities, and health, wellness, strength and conditioning and will be prepared to continue your education in a professional career path such as physical therapy, chiropractic, or medicine.
Students looking for a career in sports medicine can pursue a number of academic pathways offered in partnership between the Kinesiology and Sport Sciences Department and the Health Sciences Department.
Students at UNK have opportunities for hands-on learning and experiences in athletic training, student-teaching, wellness and recreation. And here, our facilities offer places for students to stay active, with community trails for hiking and biking, kayaking, exercise and fitness, and a climbing wall in our Wellness Center.
"Simply put, UNK's campus is just fun. I was super attracted to this campus because of all the involvement. I loved- absolutely loved, that people were so passionate about their organizations, what they did on campus. That was so cool to me, I wanted to be a Loper on account of that.” Kenedy had a great passion for campus diversity. “Coming here to UNK and seeing that there are other people that maybe believe in different things, practice different things, know other things in terms of other cultures. The fact they want to show that and educate others who might not have had that same experience is also pretty unique.”
At the University of Nebraska at Kearney, you have opportunities to enhance your education by participating in clubs, organizations, and more. The Kinesiology and Sport Sciences Department helps make this process a little easier for you by providing multiple scholarships and internships. Make yourself valuable to future employers with on-site job experiences and developed skills.