Kinesiology brings together people who study human physical activity from a variety of perspectives and at many levels of analysis. From molecules, genes, neurons, muscles of an individual performer, to sport in society, and the study of groups that promote and educate others about physical activity, the University of Maryland's Department of Kinesiology is unique in its depth and breadth.
October 9, 2008 Assistant Professor Positions in Kinesiology
The Department of Kinesiology has assistant professor positions in: Occupational Biomechanics and Translational Kinesiology with an emphasis on intervention. Closing date: Oct. 20. Please see the... Read More >
September 4, 2008 Dr. Farmer is honored with the President's Distinguished Service Award
Dr. Colleen (Coke) Farmer is honored with the President's Distinguished Service Award. Dr. Farmer is the Assistant Chair and Director of Undergraduate Programs. This award recognizes exceptional... Read More >
August 28, 2008 Connections Count for Kinesiology Alumni
In the spring of 2008, Joy Bauer was featured in a Class Act article for TERP magazine that highlighted her many accomplishments. Joy earned her... Read More >
August 14, 2008 Lindsay Wohlers competes in Ironman Switzerland
Lindsay Wohlers, graduate student iin exercise physiology, finished in 10:33 in the July 13th Ironman Switzerland. Her time placed her 22/279 females and 404/1940 overall (all finishers, males and... Read More >
July 30, 2008 Philip J. Buckenmeyer, Kinesiology Alumnus, Named Kinesiology Department Chair at SUNY Cortland
SUNY Cortland has appointed Philip J. Buckenmeyer of Liverpool, N.Y., as chair of the Kinesiology department in the School of Professional Studies. Buckenmeyer received his doctorate in exercise... Read More >
