Arkansas State University Department of Kinesiology

08/28/2026

🔥 STOP SCROLLING.

You made it through the first two weeks of the semester! 🎉

Classes are in full swing, assignments are starting to pile up, and routines are taking shape. Whether you're crushing it already or just finding your rhythm, remember this:

Progress beats perfection. Every day you show up is a step toward your goals.

👇 We want to hear from you:

What's one word that describes your semester so far?

Drop it in the comments and tag a classmate who's helping you make it through Week 2!

08/27/2026

Graduate Teaching Assistants support faculty-led instruction while contributing to the career training of the student. General duties of GTAs include assisting with course delivery, student assessment, and student learning activities, including leading discussions or laboratories, grading and provid...

08/26/2026

Think your student is exaggerating? They're not! 😄

If your student stopped by our booth at the Community & Organization Fair and came home talking about earning a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Exercise Science in just 5 years, they're telling the truth!

Our new Accelerated Exercise Science Program is designed to help students save both time and tuition costs while earning advanced credentials and gaining a competitive edge for careers and graduate opportunities.

📚 Bachelor's + Master's in 5 years
💰 Reduced overall educational expenses
🚀 Faster path to career advancement

Want to learn more? Reach out to us and discover how Exercise Science can help students move faster toward their goals.

08/26/2026

🚨 The Community & Organization Fair is about to begin! 🚨

Make plans to stop by our booth, grab some information, meet our faculty, and learn how the Department of Kinesiology can help you turn your passion into a profession. We look forward to connecting with new and returning students alike!

08/25/2026

Today is the last day to add Full Term and Session 1 courses.

Check your enrollment and scholarship requirements to be sure you are enrolled properly!

Explore A-State scholarships for in-state, transfer, military students, and more. Find university, departmental, and private awards to help fund your degree.

08/24/2026

We know several of you are planning for the future already. Here's an opportunity from the Daily Digest for those looking toward the A-State Department of Physical Therapy.

DPT Admissions Information Session
Interested in physical therapy? A virtual admissions information session will be held for potential Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students from 5 - 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 26, via Teams. Learn more about the program, admission requirements, application process, prerequisites, and what to expect as a future DPT student. For more information, email Kelsie Clark ([email protected]) or Abby Tyger ([email protected])for more information.

Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/273190282234929?p=umCvuP3m21vp15KxHy

08/21/2026

🚨 SCHOLARSHIP ALERT🚨

Check out the $7,000 Udall Scholarship! Sophomores and juniors can apply for university nomination. Are you interested in conservation, environmental stewardship, or environmental policy? Have you demonstrated your commitment through public service in your area of interest? Contact [email protected] for more info!

08/20/2026

📣 Welcome Our Newest Faculty Member to the Department of Kinesiology!

The Department of Kinesiology is pleased to welcome Dr. Fan Zhang to Arkansas State University!

Drawn to A-State by its welcoming, supportive, and collaborative culture, Dr. Zhang was inspired by the department’s commitment to student success and its mission of preparing future professionals to make a positive impact in schools and communities.

This fall, he will be teaching:
✅ Physical Education for Teachers of Young Children
✅ Using Technology and Evaluation in Physical Education
✅ Physical Education Curriculum

His expertise includes physical education teacher education (PETE), motivation in physical activity, sport pedagogy, coaching, and research methods and evaluation. His research focuses on understanding what motivates people to be physically active, improving physical education teaching practices, and developing tools that support motivation and learning.

Students interested in research will have opportunities to participate in literature reviews, survey design, data collection, data analysis, conference presentations, and scholarly publications.

What he enjoys most about teaching is helping students build confidence, develop practical skills, and discover their potential as future professionals. His advice to students: Stay curious, seek out hands-on experiences, and embrace opportunities to learn by doing.

He also encourages students to take advantage of experiences beyond the classroom, including field experiences, research opportunities, professional conferences, and mentoring relationships with faculty and peers.

🏀 Fun Fact: He played and later coached a university basketball team, and he continues to enjoy physical activities that bring people together.

His message to students is simple: Kinesiology opens doors to diverse careers where you can educate, lead, and improve the health and well-being of others.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Fan Zhang to the A-State Kinesiology family! 🔴⚫