Kinesiology and Sport Science

Chairperson: Andrew Shim

The University of South Dakota
Division of Kinesiology and Sport Science
Patterson Hall, Room 132
414 East Clark Street
Vermillion, SD 57069
Phone: 605-677-5336
sportscience@usd.edu
http://www.usd.edu/sportscience

Departmental Faculty

Associate Professors:

Andrew Shim, Exercise Science

Robert Ammon, Sport Management

Assistant Professor:

Bryan Bracey, Sport Management

Andy Gillham, Exercise Science

Jae Yom, Exercise Science

Degrees:

Master of Arts in Kinesiology and Sport Science, Plan A and B

Areas of Specialization:

Exercise Science
Sports Management

Program Description

Welcome to the Division of Kinesiology & Sport Science at the University of South Dakota. Kinesiology is the study of physical activity as it relates to enhancement of human functioning. The Sport Science program is a graduate program comprised of two specializations and one non-specialization (M.A. in Kinesiology & Sport Science): Exercise Science and Sport Management. The emerging student professional, whether in a laboratory, school, clinical, or business setting, is ultimately involved with improving the health and overall well-being of people. The Kinesiology & Sport Science master’s degree includes courses that explore human development or movement as it affects and are affected by physiological, mechanical, psychological, developmental, cultural, and organizational concepts.

Obtaining an international certification through the National Strength & Conditioning Association can be taken post-graduate. A Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) is available and can create more career opportunities along with your competed program of study. The Exercise Science specialization at the University of South Dakota has been certified by the National Strength & Conditioning Association as an Education Recognized Program through 2014.