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Kinesiology

We Help Others Stay Active and Healthy

The Department of Kinesiology, Community Health & Gerontology at St. Cloud State University offers some of Minnesota’s most comprehensive and career-focused programs in health, movement science, and sports leadership. Undergraduate majors include Community Health, Exercise Science, and Recreation and Sports Management, with complementary minors to enhance career readiness. Graduate students can pursue advanced degrees in Clinical Exercise Physiology (M.S.) and Sports Management (M.S.). Our programs prepare students for a wide range of careers in healthcare, education, wellness, fitness, coaching, and administration. Students gain valuable experience through practical learning in schools, clinics, and community organizations.

Sports Management Featured on USA Today

Omar Aguirre, a Sports Management student, stands in SCSU gym

Fast-tracking a future in sports management possible at SCSU

For Omar Aguirre, sports have always been more than just a game. Growing up in Texas, he loved every season and every practice. But it wasn’t until a chance conversation with SCSU Head Men’s Basketball Coach Quincy Henderson that Aguirre saw a new path.

Featured Initiative

Exercise is Medicine On Campus An EIM-OC initiative

At St. Cloud State University, the Exercise is Medicine® On Campus (EIM-OC) initiative promotes physical activity as a key health component. By collaborating with faculty, staff, and students, we aim to make movement part of daily life. Physical activity is assessed during student health visits, and we provide tools for lifelong healthy habits while connecting health care providers with fitness specialists for exercise referrals. Together, we’re making physical activity a core part of the experience.