Our MISSION: To prepare students for physical activity, exercise, health & sport related professions through academic, practical, and research experiences. Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to promote and impact their health and that of society.
Our VISION: We are committed to excellence in teaching and scholarship. We achieve excellence in teaching through innovative teaching strategies and active student learning. We complement excellence in teaching with scholarship addressing critical issues related to health, fitness, and sports performance across the life span.
Overview of Exercise Science emphasis areas and career paths
4 Year Plans for all three EXS emphasis areas.
Alumni-in-Residence: October 1, 2026
2016 EXS graduate Captain Zachary C. Carson is now an Aerospace Physiologist in the United States Air Force. He will be on campus to share his post-graduation experiences with the GVSU community.
Published August 27, 2026
Internship Expo
Next event: Nov 18, 2026 from 12-1p
Graduating this Year?
If you are planning to graduate in April, you need to apply to graduate and select April. If you are planning to graduate in August (Summer) you also need to apply to graduate but indicate August. You can apply to walk at a commencement, either before that graduation date or after.