Department of Kinesiology and Sport
The Department of Kinesiology and Sport knows that those with health have hope. We promote healthy living by teaching our students how to change the lives of athletes and individuals across the country.
Email:
hesrm@olemiss.eduOffice Location:
642 All-American Drive (Suite-215 Turner Center) University, MS 38677Phone:
662-915-5521Office Hours
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About Kinesiology and Sport
Welcome to the Department of Kinesiology and Sport, where academic excellence meets real-world application!
We pride ourselves on nurturing bright minds and fostering a dynamic learning environment. Our programs cover a diverse range of bachelor's and master's degrees, including:
- Exercise Science
- Sport Management
- Health and Kinesiology
- Athletic Training
- Analytics
Our commitment to hands-on experiential learning allows students to engage in groundbreaking research alongside esteemed faculty members. Through state-of-the-art laboratories and collaborative projects, students translate theory into practice.
Beyond the classroom, our community offers extracurricular activities and networking opportunities, enriching the academic experience.
Whether you're an aspiring Ole Miss student, or you're already a Rebel, the Department of Kinesiology and Sport at the University of Mississippi, we're glad you're here.
Meet the Kinesiology and Sport Faculty and Staff
Matthew Jessee
- Chair and Associate Professor of Health, Exercise Science, and Recreation Management
Brennan Berg
- Professor of Sport Management and Program Director
Thomas Andre
- Associate Professor of Health, Exercise Science and Recreation Management
Alberto Del Arco Gonzalez
- Associate Professor of Health, Exercise Science and Recreation Management
Chip Wade
- Associate Professor of Biomechanics, Director-National Center for Tactical Readiness, Director-Human Movement and High Performance Lab, and Affiliate Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering
Minsoo Kang
- Professor of Health, Exercise Science, and Recreation Management
Jong Eun Lee
- Instructional Assistant Professor - Sport and Recreation Administration/Sport Analytics
Kofan Lee
- Associate Professor of Sport Management
Andre Simmond
- Instructor in Sport Management
Jeremy Loenneke
- Associate Professor of Health, Exercise Science & Recreation Management
Paul Loprinzi
- Associate Professor of Health, Exercise Science & Recreation Management
Ben Carter
- Instructional Assistant Professor - Sport Analytics
Mylene Cromwell
- Academic Advisor II
Angie Gurner
- Academic Advisor II
Micah Misita
- Academic Operations Coordinator
Susan Wehring
- Associate Dean for External Relations and Instructional Associate Professor of Athletic Training
Corbit Franks
- Assistant Professor, Interim Program Director, and Clinical Education Coordinator of Athletic Training
Camille Toles
- Administrative Coordinator I
Kaitlyn Armstrong
- Instructional Assistant Professor of Exercise Science in Health, Exercise Science & Recreation Management
Julia Phillips
- Instructional Assistant Professor of Health, Exercise Science and Recreation Management
Meet our Student Ambassadors They Know Best
Ryley Turner
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Camille (Katherine) Kelly
Hannah Olive
- Service and Community Engagement
Meet our Graduate Assistants & Instructors
Ann Taylor Wood
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Alyssa Grant
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Blake Hammert
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Yujiro Yamada
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Enrique Moreno
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Haley Freesemann
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Sarah Throgmorton
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Spencer Gonzalez
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Asha Phillips
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Owen Bruce
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Trace Dominy
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Lauren Sullivan
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Dawson Shero
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Robert Sallberg
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Stephen Bruckner
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Jasmine Wright
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Kami Baker
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Luke Brickeen
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Jordan Wischhusen
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Abby Andersdon
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Nicole Wilkin
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Dylan Grammer
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Bri Alverson
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Bryana Miller
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Anarria Hamlett
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Lei Xue
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Annie Orman
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Caroline Muma
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Ju-Pil Choe
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Sara Hoffman
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
Heejun Kim
- Graduate Assistant - Department of Kinesiology and Sport
What programs does Kinesiology and Sport offer?
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Gain the knowledge and skills to lead in the dynamic world of sport management. The Bachelor of Arts in Sport Management covers everything from legal issues and facility planning to marketing and finance, preparing you for careers in professional, college, and community sports.
- Oxford
- Online
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Exercise Science offers intensive training in physiology, biochemistry, bioenergetics, biomechanics, and kinesiology.
- Oxford
GRAD
Get the on-hands experience you need to be one of the top athletic trainers in your field and region.
- Oxford
GRAD
Learn from experts in the field of Exercise Science and have the opportunity to participate in and conduct cutting-edge research.
- Oxford
GRAD
The M.S. in Sport Management equips students with the skills and experience needed for careers in the evolving sports industry. The program combines classroom learning with real-world applications, guided by experienced faculty. Students are encouraged to gain field experience, enhancing their expertise and expanding career opportunities after graduation.
- Oxford
- Online
GRAD
Learn skills in data analysis, statistical modeling, and technology application to prepare for a career in the sports industry.
- Online
GRAD
Equip yourself with the advanced knowledge and research skills to excel in the dynamic fields of health and kinesiology.
- Oxford
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Exercise and Memory Laboratory
The Exercise and Memory Laboratory is a research laboratory at the University of Mississippi within the School of Applied Sciences, under the Department of Kinesiology and Sport. Our laboratory examines the effects of exercise on cognitive function, primarily memory function.
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Exercise, Nutrition, and Performance Lab
The Exercise, Nutrition, and Performance Lab (ENPL) examines a wide range of subjects within exercise physiology from mechanistic to applied concepts including exercise energy metabolism, nutritional supplementation, applied technology, HrV, sport performance, resistance training, cardiovascular training, and perceptual scales.
Exercise, Nutrition, and Performance Lab -
Health and Sports Analytics Laboratory
The Health and Sport Analytics Laboratory is focused on research, consulting, and training by applying measurement theory, mathematical/statistical model, research design, and computer/technology in the area of health, exercise science, and sport/recreation. The lab supports faculty-led research projects and provides research opportunities for students in the HESRM department.
Health and Sports Analytics Laboratory -
Kevser Ermin Applied Physiology Laboratory
The Kevser Ermin Applied Physiology Laboratory focuses on skeletal muscle adaptations to resistance exercise such as low-load alternatives to traditional resistance exercise, and the applications these methods may have on clinical, aging, and other special populations.
Kevser Ermin Applied Physiology Laboratory -
Neurophysiology and Behavior Laboratory
The Neurophysiology and Behavior Laboratory investigates the neurobiological mechanisms of behavior. The Neurophysiology and Behavior Lab is located in the Thad Cochran Research Center on campus (animal facility).
Neurophysiology and Behavior Laboratory