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SCHOOL OFFICE
Physical Education 206
Phone: (323) 343-4650
E-mail: schoolkns@calstatela.edu
Website: www.calstatela.edu/dept/pe/index.htm
The School of Kinesiology and Nutritional Science focuses on the study of human physical activity, dietary practices, and food production processes. The mission is to prepare professionals to practice at the baccalaureate and masters level, conduct research, pursue graduate study, and engage in public and professional service. The overall goals of the School are to promote adoption of lifestyles that involve health-related physical activity and healthy eating at various stages of the lifecycle, and to encourage production of healthy, safe, and attractive foods.

The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science (BSES) program is designed primarily to meet the educational needs of students who wish to pursue strong bioscience-based study in Exercise and Nutritional Sciences that will prepare them for post-graduate studies in the above-mentioned fields as well as in various allied health fields (e.g. Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant). The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science program has two options: Exercise and Biosciences and Exercise and Nutrition. The Exercise and Biosciences option is designed to provide an in-depth study of the human organism during exercise and the effect of acute and chronic exercise on the human body. It provides a strong background in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics and is intended to arm the students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in graduate studies in Exercise Science (e.g. Clinical Exercise Physiology, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiotherapy, Biomechanics, Motor Control) or Allied Health (e.g. Physician Assistant, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Chiropractic Medicine, Optometry, Public Health). Furthermore, with additional course work (15 quarter units), students may complete the prerequisites required for admission to other Allied Health professional programs (e.g. Medicine, Osteopathy, Dentistry, Pharmacy). Graduates of this program will also have the same opportunities for careers in physical activity professions available to students in the Kinesiology degree options of Exercise and Human Performance and Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Exercise. The Exercise and Nutrition option prepares students for the above-mentioned graduate studies and careers that are more focused on the nutritional aspects of health, exercise, and performance.

Programs in Kinesiology include the Bachelor of Science and the Master of Science degrees for students who want to prepare for careers in organizing and managing health-related exercise programs in community health clubs, corporate fitness centers, and medical settings; developing and managing programs to rehabilitate people with disabilities through the use of exercise; leading physical activity programs in nonprofit, community agencies such as YMCAs, Boys and Girls Clubs, or community recreation centers; teaching physical education, adapted physical education, or dance in schools; and coaching athletic teams in schools and colleges. Students can also prepare to study for advanced degrees in Kinesiology or an allied health profession. The School also offers a wide variety of physical activity courses dealing with sports skills and exercise techniques for all university students. Special exercise classes are open to students with disabilities.

Programs in Nutritional Science include the Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutritional Science, the Master of Science degree in Nutritional Science, the Certificate Program in Sports Nutrition, and the Certificate Program in Alternative Nutrition. These programs prepare students for careers in nutrition, dietetics, food service administration, food technology, food science, and community nutrition. In addition, students who complete the Coordinated Dietetics Program are eligible to take the registration exam to become a registered dietitian. Students can also prepare to study for advanced degrees in nutritional science, food science and technology, or an allied health profession.

The Faculty

Professors: Dwan M. Bridges, Laura Calderon, Andrew Cornwell, Daniel Frankl, Nazareth Khodiguian (Director), Samuel E. Landsberger, John Orta, Chick F. Tam.
Associate Professors: Roberta L. Beyer, Ray de Leon, Pera Jambazian, Anne Larson, Harmit Singh.
Assistant Professor: Christine Dy, Kathryn A. Hillstrom, Sunil Mangalassary.
Emeriti: Jerry Reed Ball, Mary Conroy, Cameron Scott Deeds, Patricia A. Delaney, Rod A. Faurot, Anita H. Fisher, John W. Hermann, Jackie L. Hoyt, Melva E. Irvin, Joan D. Johnson, Karen M. Johnson, Mary A. Kramer, Jane Sanford Lewis, Carol G. McKenzie, Margaret E. McWilliams, Robert A. Miller, Marguerite Mochel, Ron Morris, Reed E. Nilsen, Warren E. Reeves, Pauline E. Schatz, Mary L. Schreiber, Janet A. Seaman, Burton M. Seidler, Patricia L. Wagner, Beverly Y. Warner, Patricia M. White, William E. Wilgus, Emil Wroblicky.

Supplementary Authorization

Holders of a Single Subject or Multiple Subject credential issued by the State of California may add a supplemental authorization to teach in another discipline by completing additional course work. See School credential adviser for requirements for a supplementary authorization in physical education.

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