Sport and Exercise Science
Location: Gunter 2590
Telephone: 970.351.2535
Fax: 970.351.1762
Faculty: Robert J. Brustad, Ph.D.; Shannon M. Courtney, M.A.; Gylton B. Da Matta, Ph.D.; Dianna P. Gray, Ph.D.;J. Reid Hayward, Ph.D.; Gary D. Heise, Ph.D.; David S. Hydock, Ph.D.; Jani Malkiewicz, M.A.;Melissa A. Parker, Ph.D.; Tim B. Ramsey, M.A.; Carole M. Schneider, Ph.D.;Linda A. Sharp, B.A., J.D.;Christina Sinclair, Ph.D.; Jeremy D. Smith, Ph.D. Mark A. Smith, Ph.D.; Megan Babkes Stellino, Ed.D.; Jim Stiehl, Ph.D.; David K. Stotlar, Ed.D.; James V. Turk, M.S.
Emeritus Faculty: Mary A. Behling, Ph.D.; Robert Blasi, M.A.; Cynthia Carlisle, Ed.D.; Carolyn A. Cody, Ph.D.; Carolyn Ann Dennehy, Ph.D.; Margaret E. Everett, M.A.; Jean A. Hedberg, M.A.; William C. Heiss, Jr., M.A.; Christy A. Howard, M.S.; Virgil Y. Lindahl, M.A.; Theresa M. Malumphy, Ph.D.; Harold L. McKain, Jr., Ph.D.; Robert A. Montgomery, Ed.D.; D. Allen Phillips, Ed.D.; Bobby H. Rollins, M.A.; Anthony M. Rossi, M.A.; George H. Sage, Ed.D.; Doris C. Steffy, M.A.; Nancy Van Anne, Ph.D.; Thurman Wright, D.P.E.
The School of Sport and Exercise Science has a long and distinguished history of preparing individuals to assume leadership roles in sport and physical activity settings, and subscribes to the philosophy that physical activity and sport contribute to the overall quality of life. To this end the School offers a variety of majors related to teaching, fitness and exercise science, biomechanics, sport psychology, and the management of sport. Majors in these diverse fields provide students with the necessary coursework and experience to serve as a foundation for careers in the professions of physical education, athletic training, exercise science, sport psychology, and sport management.
Graduate programs in sport and exercise science provide an opportunity to go into greater depth in the study of human movement, pedagogy, delivery of sport and activity in the outdoors, sport administration, and working with youth. Both theory and professional applications are emphasized. The doctoral program seeks to develop critical thinkers with the conceptual and methodological tools for conducting meaningful research, and prepares individuals to teach courses at the college level and assume leadership positions in their respective disciplines.
Many research opportunities are available in the laboratories used by the School of Sport and Exercise Science. Facilities are available for the study and analysis of teaching physical education. The teaching research laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art interactive video and computer equipment that is available for student and faculty use. This laboratory is the focal point for the analysis of teaching physical education. The University also operates a large challenge course and indoor climbing facility.
Biomechanical facilities include a motion analysis system for three-dimensional data acquisition using video cameras and computerized data reduction to determine the mechanical parameters of total body motion. There is a computerized system for acquiring electronic data through the use of a force platform.
Research in social psychology is primarily conducted with individuals in natural or “field” settings. The Sport Marketing Research Institute conducts marketing and other industry research for Colorado and western region sport organizations. Housed within the Ben Nighthorse Campbell Health and Human Sciences Center is the Rocky Mountain Cancer Rehabilitation Institute, one of the first programs of its kind in the United States. In addition, laboratory equipment is also available for motor learning and motor control research.
Sport and Exercise Science M.S.
Exercise Science Emphasis
Exercise Science is the integrated study of human movement. Concentrations within this discipline include biomechanics, exercise physiology and social psychology of sport and physical activity.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Sport and Exercise Science M.S. — Exercise Science Emphasis
Sport Administration Emphasis
The curriculum follows the guidelines set for the preparation of students in sport management by the National Association for Sport and Physical Education and the North American Society for Sport Management. Students are prepared to assume positions in the management of sport in collegiate athletic programs and professional, Olympic and commercial sport business. The M.S. program requires a minimum of 30 hours.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Sport and Exercise Science M.S. — Sport Administration Emphasis
Sport Pedagogy Emphasis
The Master’s degree with an emphasis in Sport Pedagogy is designed for individuals who have relevant experience in their chosen concentration and who plan to provide leadership in that concentration. Sport pedagogy involves the complex and idiosyncratic activity of teaching. Students in this program examine different assumptions, conceptions, and paradigms of teaching physical activity and sport. Furthermore, they have opportunities to practice and reflect on the art and science of teaching using various models in assorted settings with diverse populations.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Sport and Exercise Science M.S. — Sport Pedagogy Emphasis
Sports Coaching M.A.
The Master of Arts in Sports Coaching is an on-line learning degree designed to enhance coaching knowledge and expertise and to improve their existing coaching practices through evaluation of current research.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Sports Coaching M.A.
Physical Education M.A.T.
The Master of Arts in Teaching degree is an off-campus degree designed for those students wishing to further their teaching expertise through the application of theory to practice. This degree provides in-service teachers with the skills, knowledge, and dispositions to enhance their professional development toward accomplished practice.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Physical Education M.A.T.
Sport and Exercise Science Post Baccalaureate Licensure Program
The Post Baccalaureate licensure program allows students with an undergraduate major in sport and exercise science or related areas to obtain teacher licensure.
Admission. Applicants to the master’s programs and graduate licensure program must submit all application materials required by the Graduate School (graduate application, application fee, transcripts from all colleges or universities attended). In addition, a resume, a letter or intent/career goals statement, and two letters of recommendation from persons who can attest to the applicant’s academic ability should be submitted to the School of Sport and Exercise Science. Questions about specific program areas and application deadlines will be directed to the appropriate faculty.
Sport and Exercise Science Ph.D.
The Doctor of Philosophy in Sport and Exercise Science is offered through the School of Sport and Exercise Science.
Exercise Science Emphasis
Students pursuing the Exercise Science emphasis select one concentration area: 1) biomechanics, 2) exercise physiology, or 3) social psychology of sport and physical activity.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Sport and Exercise Science Ph.D. — Exercise Science Emphasis
Sport Administration Emphasis
This curriculum follows the guidelines set for the preparation of students in Sport Management by the National Association for Sport and Physical Education and the North American Society for Sport Management. The program is designed primarily to prepare students for academic positions in higher education. Some students may choose to apply their doctoral course work in careers in the management of sport in collegiate athletic programs, professional, Olympic, or commercial sport business.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Sport and Exercise Science Ph.D. — Sport Administration Emphasis
Sport Pedagogy Emphasis
The Sport Pedagogy emphasis prepares students for academic positions in comprehensive universities, particularly as teacher educators. Students are afforded the coursework, research, and practical experiences necessary for providing leadership on teacher education and conducting educational research. Students will have the opportunity to gain practical experience in pedagogy. They will also have opportunities to participate in ongoing research efforts within the School of Sport and Exercise Science (SES). SES has a well-equipped research laboratory for the study of teaching and various forms of graduate experiences are available in this area.
Admission. Applicants to the Ph.D. emphases must submit all application materials required by the Graduate School (graduate application, application fee, transcripts from all colleges or universities attended, and GRE scores). In addition, a resume, and a written statement of career goals and research interests should be submitted to the School of Sport and Exercise Science. The faculty prefers that students begin the program in the fall, and applicants are encouraged to visit the campus to meet with program area faculty. Questions about specific program areas and application deadlines will be directed to the appropriate faculty.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Sport and Exercise Science Ph.D. — Sport Pedagogy Emphasis