Health and Exercise Studies

Apr 27, 2021

Eye on Academia: April 2021

See what University College faculty have been up to in the last month.

Two students use paddles in a canoe in an indoor swimming pool

Apr 13, 2021

Get to Know the Department of Health and Exercise Studies

As part of NC State’s General Education Program requirement, every undergraduate student takes classes in the Department of Health and Exercise Studies. However, the department has much more to offer, including several minors and community building experiences.

Mar 18, 2021

An Interview with the Health Guardians of America at NC State

The Department of Health and Exercise Studies talks with Aanandi Munshi, founder of NC State's Health Guardians of America chapter, to discuss some of the many initiatives HGA is using to help students engage with health-related topics.

Mar 4, 2021

Koutroumpis Selected to Present at 2021 Teaching and Learning Symposium

Peter Koutroumpis, senior lecturer for the Department of Health and Exercise Studies, presented "There's an app for that! The use of technology and journaling to enhance critical thinking and active learning in class" at the 2021 Teaching and Learning Symposium on February 26.

Lauren Muir in the gym at Orangetheory Fitness

Feb 18, 2021

HES Student Spotlight: Sports Science with Lauren Muir

Lauren Muir ‘21 reflects on the impact that NC State’s sports science minor has had on her academic career and plans for her future.

Autumn Belk stands with her arms outstretched, back to the camera, teaching students a yoga pose.

Feb 18, 2021

Yoga for Life

Autumn Belk teaches students to master yoga’s ancient techniques to achieve harmony of mind and body and improve overall well-being. The lessons can last a lifetime.

Feb 12, 2021

Scholarship Opportunity for HES Minor Students is Accepting Applications

Students enrolled in a Health and Exercise Studies minor are encouraged to apply for the Isaac Frank Ormond, III Memorial Scholarship Fund by March 12, 2021.

Assistant Teaching Professor Joan Nicholas-Walker teaches her HESD 264 Ballet I class remotely in Fall 2020.

Jan 14, 2021

HES Looks Ahead to the Spring Semester

Faculty in the Department of Health and Exercise Studies used creativity and lessons from the fall to plan spring 2021 classes that deliver the same experience of a semester on campus.

A health and exercise studies faculty member stands in front of workout equipment

Jan 7, 2021

HES Faculty and Staff Congratulate the Class of 2020

Faculty and staff in NC State's Department of Health and Exercise Studies congratulate the Class of 2020 and wish them well.

Dec 10, 2020

HES Alumni Spotlight: Kristen Keane

Kristen Keane '13 talks about the impact of the Department of Health and Exercise Studies program's outdoor leadership minor on her student experience and her current job as a course director and lead instructor at North Carolina Outward Bound School.