Marshall University School of Health and Movement Sciences

08/31/2026

The School of Health and Movement Sciences are a great place for you to start when working towards Medical School, Doctor of Osteopathy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physicians Assistant, Chiropractic, Athletic Training, Pulmonary/Cardiac Rehabilitation, Diabetes Exercise, Strength & Conditioning, Biomechanics, Sports Science, and other professional medical and health programs. Our undergraduate degree programs will lead to career opportunities with many right out of undergraduate education.

Think you have to follow a specific path to medical school? Think again!

First-year medical student Riley Decker, who majored in psychological sciences and minored in English, is sharing a few myths she encountered on her journey to medicine.

❌ Myth: You have to major in biology or chemistry to get into medical school.
✅ Reality: There are many paths to medicine. Riley says her background in psychological sciences and English helped her develop skills that are vital to healthcare, including understanding patients and communicating clearly.

❌ Myth: Everyone in medical school comes straight from undergrad.
✅ Reality: Medical students come from all kinds of backgrounds. Riley spent four years after college founding a business, completing a pre-medical post-baccalaureate program and working as an ER tech.

❌ Myth: Research has to happen in a wet lab.
✅ Reality: Research opportunities are everywhere! Riley's research explored cognitive performance in athletes, the parasympathetic nervous system, sleep and stress.

❌ Myth: Good scores are all that matter.
✅ Reality: Riley says it's also important to have unique interests and experiences you can speak passionately about. Your story matters!

❌ Myth: You can't do well on the MCAT without a biology or chemistry major.
✅ Reality: The MCAT also includes reading comprehension, psychology and sociology, making a background in the social sciences and humanities valuable preparation.

Your path to medicine doesn't have to look like everyone else's. Find what you're passionate about, build meaningful experiences and bring your own perspective to medicine. 💚

Ready to start your journey?

🔗 Apply now: bit.ly/3HUXE48

08/27/2026

08/26/2026

💚Ready to kick off the semester strong? 💪

The Exercise Science Club is hosting its first meeting of the semester on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, from 11:30 AM–12:30 PM in East Hall 125!

Whether you're an Exercise Science major or simply interested in fitness, wellness, and professional development, this is a great opportunity to get involved, meet fellow students, and learn about upcoming activities.

08/26/2026

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08/06/2026

Congratulations to our own Dr. Gary E. McIlvain, Ed.D., LAT/ATC for being inducted into the Marshall University Sports Medicine Hall of Fame! He along with Greg Hendricks MD,
Andy Gilliland MD, and David Rupp MD were inducted into the Marshall University Sports Medicine Hall of Fame on Saturday, August 1st. We would like to thank these physicians and so many other healthcare providers that have supported our programs in the School of Health and Movement Sciences over the years.

07/24/2026

JOIN OUR HERD!!
🏋️‍♀️ Looking to gain hands-on experience in Strength & Conditioning?

Marshall University Olympic Sports Strength & Conditioning is now accepting applications for Fall 2026 Interns!

✅ No experience required
✅ Work with NCAA Division I student-athletes
✅ Gain experience in exercise physiology, sports science, and performance training
✅ Earn internship, capstone, or volunteer hours
✅ Learn from experienced strength & conditioning professionals
✅ Exposure to industry-leading technology including VALD and Vitruve

This is a great opportunity for students interested in strength & conditioning, coaching, exercise science, physical therapy, athletic training, and related fields.

📧 Apply by emailing [email protected] with the subject line "Internship Fall 2026"

07/16/2026

Please join us as we celebrate Dr. Suzanne Konz and honor her 16 years of dedicated service to Marshall University’s School of Health and Movement Sciences! 💚

📅 Thursday, July 30, 2026
🕟 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
📍 Drinko Library Atrium

We hope you’ll join us in wishing Dr. Konz all the best in retirement!

07/09/2026

Check out our very own Kendall and Jocelyn as they advance to the 2nd round of the Mueller Tape-Off Competition at the recent NATA 2026 Expo! Kendall and Jocelyn were the ONLY students to compete against certified Athletic Trainers and placed 4th in the competition!

07/09/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Suzanne Konz on receiving the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award—one of the highest honors in the athletic training profession.

This prestigious recognition is reserved for individuals whose careers reflect extraordinary leadership, service, advocacy, and dedication to advancing athletic training at the district and national levels. Dr. Konz’s impact extends far beyond the classroom and clinic, with decades of commitment to the profession, including service on numerous NATA committees since 2011. She currently serves as Chair of the NATA Professional Responsibilities in Athletic Training Committee, an At-Large Member of the Committee on Professional Ethics, and a member of the D3 Mid-Atlantic Athletic Trainer Executive Council through her role as President of the West Virginia Athletic Trainers’ Association.

Through her tireless volunteerism, ethical leadership, and unwavering commitment to shaping the future of athletic training, Dr. Konz exemplifies the spirit of the Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award. Marshall University and the School of Health and Movement Sciences proudly celebrate this well-deserved honor and thank Dr. Konz for her outstanding contributions to the profession and the countless students, colleagues, and patients she has influenced throughout her career.

💚 Congratulations, Dr. Konz, on this remarkable achievement! 💚