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School of Liberal Arts & Education
Department of Sports Science and Wellness
The Department of Sports Science & Wellness offers nationally recognized professional preparation programs for majors and a physical activity program for non-majors to fulfill the general education requirement for physical education.
The Department offers programs leading to degrees in:
- Kinesiology (B.S.)
- Sport Management (B.S)
- Sport Administration (M.S.)
Contact
Department of Sports Science and Wellness
Hampton University
134 Holland Hall
Hampton, VA 23669
- 757-727-5208
- ralph.charlton@hamptonu.edu
- latonya.elarms@hamptonu.edu
Department Overview
The Department also offers a health and physical activity program for non-majors to fulfill the general education requirement for Health and Physical Education. The physical activity courses include a wide variety of individual, team and lifetime sports activities.
The overall goal of the Department is to provide an environment in which each student can pursue professional development and wellness for life through classroom activities, sports skills practice, and extracurricular activities designed to enhance intellectual development, physical fitness, emotional strength, and social wellbeing.
Department Majors
Kinesiology (B.S.)
The Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology-Pre-P.T. is designed to prepare students to meet the entry requirements for most graduate programs in Physical Therapy including the Hampton University Physical Therapy (D.PT.) graduate program. Additionally this curriculum provides a solid foundation for graduate study in Athletic Training and other areas in the exercise sciences and health sciences.
Sport Management (B.S.)
Sport Management majors will receive a Bachelor of Science degree in sport management. The Sport Management major prepares individuals for entry level positions of management and service in a variety of sports organizations in the public and private sectors. The curriculum includes major and related coursework in sport management and business, electives, and a culminating internship experience.
Sport Administration (M.S.)
The graduate program in Sport Administration is comprised of three concentrations: intercollegiate sports, sport business leadership, and international sports. The program combines both online and on campus instructional delivery, and students have the opportunity to do internships, volunteer work, and specified course assignments with the Hampton University Athletic Department, as well as seek study abroad opportunities through the university’s International Office.
Sport Leadership Certificate (Graduate Level)
Hampton University’s Sport Leadership Certificate Program (SLCP) empowers you with the essential business acumen and data-driven skills needed to succeed in the rapidly expanding sports industry. The sports industry is evolving, and so should your skill set. Our interdisciplinary program goes beyond traditional sports management, equipping you with critical expertise in: Business & Marketing: Master the core principles that drive sports enterprises/ Data & Analytics: Gain a competitive edge with vital skills in data analysis, statistics, and advanced analytics — often overlooked in undergraduate studies and on-the-job training /Leadership & Strategy: Develop the critical thinking and problem-solving abilities necessary for leadership roles / Legal & Public Relations: Understand the intricacies of sports law and effective communication. / Budgeting & Research: Learn to manage resources and conduct insightful research within the sports context.
Faculty & Staff
Professor of Health Education
- jamean.alexander@hamptonu.edu
- 757-727-5642
Assistant Professor of Dance, Director of Dance
- beverly.duane@hamptonu.edu
- 757-389-1650
Assistant Professor of Athletic Training
- deanna.edwards@hamptonu.edu
- 757-727-5539
Assistant Professor, Director of Aquatics, and Head Coach, Women’s Triathlon Director of Aquatics
- joetta.jensen@hamptonu.edu
- 757-727-5725
Assistant Professor and Coordinator, Sport Administration Graduate Program
- william.orr@Hamptonu.edu
- 757-637-2278
Assistant Professor of Kinesiology
- stacey.privett@hamptonu.edu
- 757-728-6955