Mission & Goals

Mission:

The purpose of all areas of study in the Human Performance and Sport (HPS) Department is to provide students with a foundation of knowledge regarding the enhancement of one's health, fitness, and quality of life. Whether you're interested in working with children, adults, the elderly, elite athletes, or individuals with disabilities in a formal (school) or informal setting, there is an emphasis for each that will meet your needs.

HPS Departmental Goals:

To gather data for staffing decisions
To utilize an external advisory board for decision-making
To determine the need for an HPL coordinator
To ensure consistent and efficient department leadership
To retain students enrolled in HPS programs
To recruit students on campus into HPS programs and classes
To develop courses using alternative formats
To conduct curricula revisions
To work with related departments
Determine most effective times/days for course offerings
To secure funding for professional development
To ensure Faculty receive support for teaching
To offer educational and service opportunities to the community