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Health and Kinesiology

 We’re dedicated to creating healthier communities. 

Students in HK study social and behavioral sciences, explore the complexities of human movement and gain in-depth knowledge of health and rehabilitation services. Our faculty conduct cutting-edge, meaningful research dedicated to improving health and  well-being across the lifespan.

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HK’s history, mission and vision and more.

Academics

HK empowers academic and professional growth through our undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs.

Research and Community

Groundbreaking research happens every day in HK.

HK’s three areas of study:

Kinesiology

Explore how the human body moves, functions and thrives. Students have several options, including undergraduate degrees, Masters and Ph.D. programs and pathways into teaching licensure, coaching, research, and more.

Community Health

Champion healthier communities. Students interested in policy, prevention or health education can pursue an undergraduate degree, a minor, certificates and professional or research graduate degrees.

Interdisciplinary Health Sciences

Understand health from social, behavioral and scientific perspectives. I-Health is designed for future changemakers with wide-ranging health interests, and offers an undergraduate degree, a minor and certificates.

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Department of Health and Kinesiology
115 Freer
906 S. Goodwin
Urbana, IL 61801
(217) 333-2461