Foss School of Kinesiology, Sport Science, and Physical Therapy

Clinical Research Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide students with rigorous academic preparation which produces independent investigators who can conceptualize research inquiry that positively impacts the University, community and global society. Students will gain the expertise needed to perform ethical data collection and analysis across a variety of disciplines and modalities. 

Physical Therapy Mission Statement

Our mission is to integrate education, research, and clinical practice to provide sound professional preparation in order to graduate physical therapists who are competent, compassionate, and ethical and who will serve their patients/clients and communities through the practice of quality, evidence-based physical therapy.

Kinesiology Mission Statement

Kinesiology is a broad-based discipline offering educational opportunities in diverse areas, including exercise science, health & fitness, health and physical education teacher education, and coaching. The Kinesiology programs at the University of Jamestown provide exceptional instruction and learning experiences that play a vital role in the holistic development of students. Through the academic disciplines, students will gain the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to apply the concepts of physical activity and healthy living in a variety of professional settings. Students will be prepared to pursue a career in the fields of fitness, teaching, or coaching, or continue in graduate studies in exercise physiology, physical therapy, athletic training, or related fields.

Undergraduate Degree Programs

• Exercise Science, BS
• Health and Fitness Administration, BA
• Health and Physical Education Teacher Education (teaching), BA
• Physical Education (non-teaching), BA

Minors

• Coaching Minor
• Physical Education Minor
• Physical Education Teacher Education Minor

Graduate Degree Programs

• Doctor of Physical Therapy
• PhD in Clinical Research

Graduate Certificates

• Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research 
• Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education
• Graduate Certificate in Health Services Research 

Courses

• Clinical Research Courses (CRES)
• Kinesiology Courses (KNS)
• Physical Therapy Courses (PT)

Faculty

Foss School of Kinesiology, Sport Science, and Physical Therapy Faculty