The Physical Education and Sports Administration majors provide educational development to students for professional careers in the fields of education, sports medicine, wellness, recreation or athletics.

• Hands-on experience accompanies the course work and includes peer teaching, practicum hours spent in local schools and coaching internships.

• Recent graduate schools: University of Iowa, University of North Carolina, Middle Tennessee State, Iowa State University, Purdue University, Mayo School of Physical Therapy and Eastern Illinois State.

Recent jobs and internships
Various elementary, middle school and high school physical education jobs, Aspen Fitness Club, Principal Financial Group, Farm Bureau and the YMCA.

“One of the things I liked most about the Physical Education Department was the faculty. They were all so supportive and genuinely interested in improving our skills. Another strength of the program is the hands-on experience that is available. From field experiences and internships to student teaching, you are really able to gain valuable knowledge outside of the classroom.”

Shawna Ely-Forst—Class of 2003
PE teacher, DM public schools

Learn more about the Physical Education Department.