Why HPED?

Mens sana in corpore sano. . . A sound mind in a healthy body. 

Physical Education as part of the American liberal arts or general education curriculum dates back to the late 1800’s.  Never in our nation’s history has there been a more important time to help students adopt patterns of healthy, active living.

Recent studies show that  57% and 61% of college males and females respectively do not meet the suggested level of weekly physical activity (USDHHS, 2000).  To provide the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to create a well balanced, healthy lifestyle, Emory College GER’s include:

1.     Health Education

2.     One Principles of Physical Fitness course

3.     Two HPED electives