University Structure
Who is the President of Samford?
Dr. Beck Taylor
What does Kinesiology mean (short version)?
Study of Human Movement
What is the definition of physical activity? (loosely)
any bodily movement that results in increase activity over rest
How many credit hours are currently needed to graduate from Samford Univesity?
128
What is Body Composition?
Relative amounts of fat and fat-free tissue in the body
Who is the Dean of the School of Health Professions?
Dr. Alan Jung
What are the 3 areas of scientific study in Kinesiology?
physical activity, exercise, and sport
What is the definition of exercise?
a type of physical activity that is planned, structured, and repetitive to improve or maintain one's fitness.
Which type of credit do pre-requisite courses count in your program of study?
General Education and Electives
What is flexibility?
range of motion of a joint
Who is the Provost for Samford University?
Dr. David Cimbora
What areas of life does kinesiology impact the most?
health, society, quality of life
What is the definition of sport?
an activity involving skill where an individual or team competes against an opponent for entertainment.
What are the 2 minors in the Kinesiology Department?
Strength and Conditioning and Disability, Health, and Physical Activity
What is cardiovascular endurance?
ability to perform aerobic exercises for a prolonged period of time
Who is the Chair of the Department of Kinesiology?
Dr. John Petrella
What are 2 areas of study in kinesiology that are specifically addressed in our department?
adapted physical activity, fitness, prevention and treatment of chronic disease, rehabilitation for injury
What is the recommendation for adults for exercise to maintain or improve health?
150-300 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity
What % of your program of study do the Kinesiology courses make up?
30%
What is muscular strength?
ability to exert force one time
How many schools are in the College of Health Professions?
4
What are the 4 majors in the Department of Kinesiology?
Exercise Science, Health Science, Sports Medicine, and Sport Administration
How should adults engage in strength training exercises for additional health benefits?
moderate or greater intensity that involve all major muscle groups on 2 or more days/week.
Who will you meet with each semester to determine your coursework for the following semester and to remove the hold on your registration?
What is muscular endurance?
ability to exert force over and over