Master of Athletic Training Class of 2027 Celebrates Bridging Ceremony
The Penn State Master of Athletic Training Class of 2027 celebrated the program's second annual Bridging Ceremony, recognizing the completion of their foundational curriculum and transition to advanced clinical education. The milestone marks the beginning of immersive clinical experiences that prepare students for careers in athletic training and sports medicine.
Students Explore Sport, Health and Exercise Science in London
Students expanded their understanding of sport, health and exercise science through a two-week study abroad experience in London. The program featured coursework from Brunel University’s Sport, Health, and Exercise Sciences Center, giving students the opportunity to explore global perspectives on human performance while immersing themselves in a new cultural environment.
Antidepressants and heatwaves
A new study by Penn State kinesiology researchers Kathleen “Kat” Fisher and W. Larry Kenney demonstrated that women with depression who take an SSRI may be better able to withstand extreme heat than those who do not treat their depression with medication.
From Penn State wrestler to motivational speaker
Rohan Murphy ’06, an Exercise Physiology graduate and former Penn State wrestler, has built a nationally recognized career as a youth motivational speaker, inspiring students in more than 40 states. His journey from Rec Hall to auditoriums across the country reflects the lasting impact of a Penn State Kinesiology education.
Kinesiology
Examining Human Movement — and Its Powerful Impact on Health and Well-being
The Department of Kinesiology in Penn State's College of Health and Human Development has built a long-standing reputation of excellence in the study of physical activity, from the basic mechanisms of human movement to the complex dynamics of physical activity in society as a whole.
Undergraduate Program
Undergraduate Program
The central focus of the undergraduate kinesiology program is examining physical activity — ranging from the basic mechanisms of human movement to the complex dynamics of physical activity in the context of human health and well-being.
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Graduate Program
Graduate Program
The graduate program in kinesiology has been ranked as one of the top three programs in the United States by the National Academy of Kinesiology for the last 15 years. Our research and scholarship is internationally prominent in a broad range of research areas within the broader field of kinesiology.
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Research
Research
Kinesiology has a rich history of research, scholarly accomplishments, and scientific training in a wide array of specializations. Our scholarship is pursued from multiple perspectives, i.e., cells to communities, using basic, clinical, social sciences, and humanities methodologies.
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Center for Fitness and Wellness
Center for Fitness and Wellness
Our Center provides health and fitness assessments and wellness education for thousands of Penn State students each year. Assessments include: aerobic capacity, muscle strength and endurance, body composition, flexibility, blood lipid profiles, blood glucose, and blood pressure.
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Kinesiology graduate Ryan Schaefer's journey with THON culminated as a dancer representing Phi Gamma Nu at THON 2026. Through the experience, he discovered the power of resilience, community, and working toward something greater than himself.
