The School of Exercise, Leisure and Sport at Kent State University is committed to teaching and fostering a personalized approach to the undergraduate educational experience. Students study under a distinguished and dedicated faculty, active in teaching, scholarship, research and professional activities.
More than 90 percent of the faculty hold doctoral degrees, and all faculty and staff are committed to working closely with students. Students have opportunities to participate in practicum, internships, field experiences (including student teaching), service programs, and individual as well as faculty research. Graduates of the school have attended prestigious graduate schools and/or have become distinguished professionals in their fields.
Physical Education Basic (PEB) Activity Courses Open to ALL Students
To enroll go to Web for Students and select the PEB courses.
Benefits include:
- Lifetime skills;
- Increased physical fitness;
- Enhanced ability to think and learn;*
- Reduction of stress and anxiety;
- A good way to supplement one's schedule via a one-or-two-credit-hour course;
- An enjoyable and fun way to learn and earn course credit and grades.
*Recent studies at Harvard (Ratey, 2007) indicate that physical activity produces several chemicals including one called brain-derived neurotrophic factor or BDNF that promotes learning and higher thought processes.
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| Kent State University, Kent, Ohio (330) 672-3000 |
Financial Aid 330-672-2972 |
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