Department
of kinesiology
Pronunciation
Noun
1. The study of the anatomy, physiology, and mechanics of body movement, especially in humans.
2. The application of the principles of kinesiology to the evaluation and treatment of muscular imbalance or derangement.
ETYMOLOGY: [Greek: kin  sis , movement, + -logos , study]
Programs of the Department
The Department of Kinesiology at Towson University offers
majors in athletic training, exercise science, physical
education/teacher education, and sport management.
In addition, the Department of Kinesiology
offers several courses approved for General Education credit.
KNES 353 Sport and Society (GenEd I.D)
KNES 251 History of American Sport (GenEd II.B.1)
KNES 235 Individualized Fitness (GenEd II.B.3)
KNES 285 Sport: Cross-Cultural Perspective (GenEd II.D)
The department also offers a series of 2-unit
activity courses that emphasize the development of skills,
knowledge and fitness necessary to lead an active life. Some of
the courses offered in this series include:
KNES 102 Self Defense, Protection and
Personal Safety
KNES 103 Rhythmic Aerobics
KNES 104 Ballroom Dance
Department of Kinesiology
Towson Center, Room 200
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone: 410-704-2377
Fax: 410-704-3912
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