Potential Students
Potential Masters and Doctoral Students
CMAH LAB Area of Interest
Assessment of motor performance and physical activity along with the implementation of evidence-based interventions to maximize physical activity, motor skills, and physical health and development in pediatric populations.The effect of evidence-based interventions on school/academic readiness and cognitive outcomes
Additional Kinesiology Faculty Research Interest
Professional Organizations
NASPSPA- The North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity
SHAPE America - Society of Health and Physical Educators
ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
NASM - National Academy of Sports Medicine
NAFAPA - The North American Federation for Adapted Physical Activity
ISBNPA - International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity
About Rackham Graduate School
All graduate students at the University of Michigan, regardless of department, are students in the Rackham Graduate School. Rackham partners at multiple levels with each graduate program, school, and college to: Ensure the quality of graduate education, Encourage innovation and effective practices and Build a vibrant and diverse student community.
Masters Program
Masters in Movement Science
"Students who receive a Master of Science in Movement Science study human movement in depth from different perspectives. An important aspect of our program is the flexibility in course selection and research areas which allow students to tailor their program of study to fit individual interests. Graduates are well-prepared to pursue doctoral research studies, professional health care programs including medicine and rehabilitation, health and wellness, as well as positions in the private and public sector.
Program Overview, University of Michigan School of Kinesiology
Ph.D. Program
Ph.D. in Movement Science
“Ph.D. students choose from a set of core courses in Kinesiology, as well as cognate courses from other units, and complete a minimum of 30 pre-candidacy credits beyond the master's level. Qualifying examinations must be passed before advancing to candidacy, after which the student completes an original doctoral dissertation. A minimum of 50 credits including pre-candidacy and candidacy work must be completed to graduate.
All Ph.D. students work closely with a faculty advisor from the beginning of their degree program. Working with the student and advisor, a Guidance Committee, Qualifying Examination Committee, and a Dissertation Committee provide advice and evaluate progress at successive stages of the program.
A principal goal of doctoral training is the achievement of competence as an independent scholar. Each student’s program will be tailored to develop skills in knowledge dissemination.”
Program Overview, University of Michigan School of Kinesiology
Potential Undergraduate Students
Opportunities to Explore Research and Career Interests
Additional Kinesiology Faculty Research Labs
Dr. Dale Ulrich - The Center on Physical Activity and Health in Pediatric Disabilities
Dr. Ulrich teaches undergraduate courses: MVS 250, HF/MVS 425, MVS 429.
Dr. Rebecca Hasson - The Childhood Disparities Research Laboratory
Dr. Hasson teaches upper-level undergraduate electives: HF 446, HF/MVS 451.
Dr. Natalie Colabianchi - The Environment & Policy Laboratory
Dr. Hasson teaches an upper-level undergraduate electives: HF 416.
Dr. Alison Miller - Lumeng | Miller Lab
Dr. Miller is a professor in the School of Public Health Department of Health Behavior and Health Education.
Journals to Explore
Pediatric Exercise Science
Research Quarterly for Exercise Sport
Sports Medicine
Early Childhood Education