Our Mission
The mission of the University of Wisconsin–Madison Department of Kinesiology is to create, interpret, transmit, and apply knowledge related to movement, exercise, and human occupation with the ultimate goal of enhancing human health, productivity, and quality of life.
Undergraduate Programs
The Department of Kinesiology offers programs with a focus in health, movement, and physical activity.
Graduate Programs
The Department of Kinesiology offers a variety of graduate programs.
Certificates and Special Programs
Research Opportunities
Our research labs offer both graduate and undergraduate students opportunities to develop their skills.
News
- UW–Madison researchers receive pilot award to study PCOS and brain health
- UW–Madison’s Columna receives Fulbright to support adapted physical education in Egypt
- UW–Madison’s Bell shares expertise on youth sport specialization in USA Today
- Six from School of Education named ‘Honored Instructors’ for fall 2025
Events
- February
- February 18"Wholeness is no trifling matter": Wellness as Community CareA Cookies with the Collective Workshop with Dr. Marcelle Haddix10:00 AM, Black Cultural Center, Armory and Gymnasium (Red Gym)
- February 18
- February 20School of Education Lunar New Year Celebration 2026Lunar New Year 20264:30 PM, Morgridge Commons, Education Building
- February 25Spring 2026 Visiting Artist ColloquiumUW-Madison MFA Candidates Mark Almanza, Swan Ferraro, Joshuah Holbrook, & Daniella Thach5:00 PM, Chazen Auditorium, Chazen Museum of Art