The purpose of the department is to:
- To offer programs of study that provide the foundation for career opportunities in areas related to health, physical education, recreation and leisure and athletic training.
- To provide a program of lifetime sport classes that introduce skills and knowledge that enhance an active lifestyle beyond the college years.
- To offer classes that provide valuable knowledge in the areas of fitness and wellness.
- To provide quality programs for participation in intramural and intercollegiate athletics.
In addition to the above, the department faculty also provides a number of courses that serve many college students outside the health and physical education major. These courses include HPE 116 - Health and Wellness; HPE 240 - Community Health; HPE 115 - Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco and HPE 306 - Nutrition.
Contact Information
Jerry McDonald
Chair, HPE and Sport Management
jmcdonal
419-447-2356