Admissions
Graduate Students
Student Life
HPER's nearly 350 graduate students are preparing for leadership positions in academic and professional careers represented by the schools' academic programs. While earning their advanced degrees, these students play an important role in the dynamic intellectual life of the school. They conduct research in close collaboration with faculty members, serve as associate instructors, and work in other key areas, such as Campus Recreational Sports.
Indiana University is known internationally for the quality of its graduate programs in HPER and beyond, and students can take advantage of special opportunities offered across the campus, including interdisciplinary research and seminars and renowned speakers. IU is likewise known for the rich cultural offerings on campus from opera, theater, and Broadway shows, to art exhibits and visits by major cultural figures.
HPER's outstanding recreational and fitness facilities support an active, healthy lifestyle for members of the IU community, and students can also enjoy the excitement of Big Ten athletics.
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Student Organizations
Following are some of the organizations that are of interest to graduate students in HPER:
- HPER Graduate Student Advisory Council
- HPER International Club—HPER International fosters academic and social support for international students and facilitates contact among School of HPER students, faculty, and alumni.
- IU Graduate and Professional Student Organization (campuswide)
Many graduate students participate in the following School of HPER sponsored organizations that are open to both graduate and undergraduate students. For more information on organizations, membership eligibility, and activities, contact the department or division in which the organization is listed.
Department of Applied Health Science
American Society of Safety Engineers
Eta Sigma Gamma—Nu Chapter (the national health science honorary)
Indiana University Dietetics Club
Indiana University Student Council on Family Relations
Master of Public Health Association (MPHA)
Department of Kinesiology
Association of Student Sport Management Professionals
Kinesiology Club
Student Athletic Training Council
Department of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Studies
Hilltop Gardeners for Change
Outdoor Recreation Club
Recreational Sport Management Club
Therapeutic Recreation Club
Tourism Management Club
Campus Recreational Sports
Student Recreational Sports
Association—The SRSA acts as an advisory and programming group for
Campus Recreational Sports. Call (812) 855-2371 for additional information.
Club Sports—Campus Recreational Sports sponsors more than 40 clubs ranging from aikido to water skiing.
