University of Michigan - Michiganensian Yearbook (Ann Arbor, MI)

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, fl Kinesiology student works with a centrifuge during her molecular kinesiology lab. This lab was a common class on the schedule of Kinesiology students, who focused primarily on the science of movement. photo by Mike Cutri This poster details the effects of rhythmic auditory cueing on timing variability of sequential arm movements in Parkinson ' s Disease patients. Kinesiology was not just about playing sports and working out, but about understanding the human body. photo by Mike Cutri 653.18 EFFECTS Of RHYTHMIC ADD ' 0 ARM MOVEMENTS ' ' . ,-AHKINSON S DISEASE PATIENTS 1 he Kinesiology Building is home to the program ' s four arenas of study: movement science, sports management and communi- cations, athletic training, and physical education. It was located on Geddes Road. photo by Mike Cutri

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;. ature teachers hustle in and out of the School of Education, located on East University, on their way to and from class. The School was founded in 1921 and in 1999 was ranked the eigth best graduate program in the country by U.S. News and World Report. photo by Ashley Rice Graduates of the School of Education are displayed in a show- case that also advertises a coffee hour for faculty, students, and staff. The School of Education certified more than 200 students each year to teach, yet mantained frequent dialogue between students and faculty. photo by Ashley Rice

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The- Wide- World of Sport? A We-in nt to to Vita Marfine-lli o 1 or students who found an interest in personal health and well being, or for those who were interested in sports and medicine, the School of Kinesiology was their chance to pursue an interesting career. Regarding her interest in Kinesiology, first-year student Elise Thornell commented, I have an interest in sports and in medicine. I thought Kinesiology would bring these two interests together. Furthermore, first-year Kinesiology major Andrew Strack added, Sports have been a large part of my life from early on, and I very much want to continue working in the field of sports. The School of Kinesiology was made up of 750 close-knit students, and offered four programs of study including athletic training, movement science, physical education, and communications. Generally, the Kinesiology program had a broad-based curriculum, and students were able to choose from a variety of courses in each of these four areas of study. Within the athletic training program, clinical evaluation, rehabilitation, and prevention and care of athletic injuries were just three of the common courses available to students focusing on the Bachelor of Science degree. With a degree in athletic training, students graduated ready to take on careers as trainers at the high school or college level, in the major or minor leagues, and even in industry and business. Students were able to acquire jobs in cardiac rehabilitation, physical therapy, or occupational therapy, all fields that had begun to grow rapidly in the job market. In regards to her career interest, Thornell added, I am planning on majoring in movement science, and would like to do something with physical therapy, or go to medical school to possibly pursue a career in occupational therapy. . Those interested in coaching found their niche in the physical education program, while students ready to become involved in sports business, sports and media, and legal aspects of sports focused on the communications program. Since he was interested in communications, Strack said, I want a career working with sports management and communication. Ideally, I would like to stay in Ann Arbor working for the University Athletic Department in business, marketing, or broadcasting. Kinesiology did not only provide a multitude of interesting classes, but students were able to find internships as well. The in vitro fertilization internship, corporate wellness, publishing, and sports non-profit organization were the major sources for interning. Students gave fitness assessments, nutrition consultations, and personal training, and they marketed sports newsletters as interns for companies. Strack further added, I know many internships are available through sports related companies such as the Detroit Tigers and Pistons, and hope to take part in these very appealing internships. Academics +139