Our Department of Physical Education and Sport gives you a variety of professional and personal growth options related to physical activity and sport. Degree programs can prepare you for a career as a physical educator, an athletic coach at any level, as a sport manager in both the public and private sector, or in a variety of professional opportunities as an expert in physical activity and fitness.
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Our mission and purpose
The Department of Physical Education and Sport at Central Michigan University strives to improve the education and qualification of students by designing experiences and opportunities that:
- Contribute to the general education of students through the unique content and methodology of physical education and sport.
- Prepare students for careers in physical education, sports administration, sport studies, and related professions.
- Provide an opportunity for the study of physical education, sport, and dance from a social, psychological, historical, scientific, and philosophical perspective.
- Serve the needs of a diverse and global society.
- Contribute to the wellness of all persons through the promotion and teaching of the contributions of physical activity and well-being.
- Conduct research for the purpose of contributing to the knowledge base of physical education and sport studies.
