Our Department's Mission

Kinesiology focuses on the complex role of physical activity in our health and well-being throughout life. Yet, physical activity and sport are more than essential components of maintaining health. Our department explores the historical, cultural, economic, developmental, cognitive, neuromotor and physiological aspects of our engagement in physical activity. 

In the Department of Health Policy and Management at the University of Maryland School of Public Health, we are advancing health equity through evidence-based policies and programs and developing research responsive to the needs of Marylanders.