Objectives are accomplished through a series of educational, organizational, and environmental activities. Health Promotion programs address personal lifestyle and health issues, such as stress management, exercise and physical fitness, smoking cessation, drug and alcohol abuse, weight control, nutrition education, hypertension and cholesterol control. Initially, program participants are evaluated for present levels of disease, lifestyle behaviors, and risk factors. Interventions are then initiated which focus on the modification of health risks and maintenance of healthy lifestyles. The basic instruction program of physical education skills courses is designed to encourage the participation of the individual in regular physical activity throughout his or her life.
Physical activity is viewed as an essential part of the life of the liberally educated person.
Physiological and psycho-social benefits accrue to the participant. Courses emphasize individualized skill development in a broad range of lifetime sport activities that are fun and educational. All physical education courses are offered on a co-ed basis unless otherwise noted in the Schedule of Classes. Prospective Health Promotion Management Majors must take Economics 101, which may be used towards fulfillment of the Behavior Science Distribution Requirements.