School of Health and Kinesiology

Innovative, Creative, Ready to Excel

The School of Health and Kinesiology (H&K) is nationally recognized for its research and innovation.

  • Reach For It, a free 10-week program of dance for elders and persons with Parkinson’s offered by The Moving Company, is now registering participants. Learn more

  • Public Health undergraduate student Serena Moore receives 2018 Student Scholarship Award at CCSW Luncheon. Read more

  • Public Health Professor Dr. Sofia Jawed-Wessel recognized as Outstanding Young Omahan. Read more

  • School of H&K Advisor Courtney Luxon named Academic Advisor of the Year. Read more

  • Born with a rare disease, Athletic Training graduate Ashton Dugan shares her journey to physical therapy school. Read more

Our curriculum and faculty will challenge you to attain intellectual achievements and to develop skills based on best practices. UNO's faculty and staff are dedicated to meeting the highest aspirations of our students, whether it is to begin a career or pursue additional education. Last year:

  • For the last three years, 100% of our Physical Education Teacher Preparation students have been hired after graduation. 
  • 100% of our Master of Arts Athletic Training graduates were employed full-time in their desired field within three months of graduation.

We offer:

Bachelor's Degrees in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Physical Education Teaching, Public Health, and Recreation Administration

Master's Degrees in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Health Behavior, Physical Activity in Health Promotion, Physical Education Coaching and Pedagogy, and Recreation Administration

Doctoral Degree in Exercise Science

At UNO, you will experience hands-on learning opportunities unique to a metropolitan campus, state-of-the-art laboratories, and faculty mentorship that ensures you have the knowledge necessary for success.