Puget Sound’s exercise science department offers students a scientific approach to developing critical thinking related to health, wellness, and realizing the human potential.
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) is the primary international professional organization for exercise science, sports medicine, and for promoting physical activity and its benefits. The department encourage students to attend annual Northwest Chapter meetings and assists with logistics.
Exercise is Medicine-On Campus (EIM-OC) is an inspiring health initiative led by the Exercise Science department and aims to promote a culture of joyful movement among Puget Sound's campus community and beyond.
Kevin Covarrubias ’23 combined an internship with his summer 2022 research project to reduce pitching injuries. Read about his internship experience at Driveline Baseball in Kent, Wash.
Chris Nicol '24, conducted his summer 2022 research project on the effect of cold water on the mammalian drive reflex, conducted with his faculty advisor, Professor Kirsten Coffman. This story appears in the Nov. 28 issue of Puget Sound's e-newsletter, The Hatchet.
