Faculty
The Department of Kinesiology and Health’s faculty exemplifies the wide diversity and expertise in our field. Our faculty are leading researchers in exercise science, health, psychology, and physiology. Our faculty are recognized internationally for their contribution to research and discovery. Current topics include lifestyle medicine, physical activity and mental health disorders, exercise and brain activity, sleep, exercise and cardiometabolic outcomes, gut microbiome, youth sport participation and emotion regulation, substance use and cardiovascular function, and chronic disease prevention.
The Department’s distinguished faculty ensures that our students are provided with the most up-to-date knowledge and skills in our profession. Members of our faculty also have diverse professional backgrounds and experiences in a wide range of careers such as physical therapy, personal training, gerontology, physical education, sport psychology, medicine, recreation, law, event management, sport operations, and marketing.
Department faculty are available to meet with students to discuss research, areas of expertise and training, and career opportunities, and to respond to questions and concerns regarding coursework and course requirements. Faculty Office Hours are held in-person or virtually during the fall and spring semesters. Hours are posted on the Department website. For questions related to course scheduling and undergraduate advising, please contact our Academic Advisors at advising@kines.rutgers.edu.