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DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION, WELLNESS, AND SPORT COLLEGE OF EDUCATION Faculty Mission Statement Linn M. Stranak (1980). University Professor of Physical The Department of Physical Education, Wellness, and Sport Education and Department Chair. B.S., Union University; M.S., hopes to instill in its student majors a lifetime desire to help University of Kentucky; D.A., Middle Tennessee State University. others gain in total health through the medium of human Additional study, United States Sports Academy. movement. Curriculum is designed accordingly. For the entire student body, our task is to introduce them Jonathan Allen (2012). Clinical Coordinator and Assistant to knowledge and skills in order to develop a healthy lifestyle Professor of Athletic Training. B.S. and M.A., Ball State for optimum living. University. Additional Study, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. Curriculum Matt Brunet (2004). Associate Professor of Sport Management. The Department believes physical education to be that part of B.S., Indiana Wesleyan University; M.A., Wayne State the total educational program which adds its unique contribution University; Ed.D., Union University. through the medium of activity or movement. The Department Mark Campbell (1996). Assistant Professor of Physical emphasizes the acquisition of motor skills as of value for lifetime Education and Head Women's Basketball Coach. B.S., David physical recreation activities, the development of socially desirable Lipscomb University; M.Ed., Union University. habits and attitudes, and knowledge, which contribute to the overall aims of education. Kelly Elliott (2004). Assistant Professor of Physical Education. Aims of the Department are: to develop physical skills for B.A., King College; M.A., East Tennessee State University; lifetime use; to develop scientific knowledge and attitudes for M.Ed., University of Louisville. optimum development of health through fitness; to cultivate socially desirable characteristics; to offer wholesome recreation; Jennifer Farroll (2010). Director of Athletic Training Education to develop ideals; to prepare teacher coaches, physical educators, and Associate Professor of Athletic Training. B.S., University certified athletic trainers, and sport managers for many career of Central Florida; M.S., University of South Carolina; Ed.D., channels; and to develop the total person through physical Union University. activity. Gary Johnson (1994). Professor of Physical Education and Head More specifically, the Department has as its center the Cross Country Coach. B.S., Union University; M.S., University philosophy to develop a greater quality of life for all people. To of Memphis; D.A., Middle Tennessee State University. ensure this, the faculty stress leadership and communication through each program affected. Growth and development of David Niven (1999). Assistant Professor of Physical Education, the individual as exposed to activity should occur. Another Wellness and Sport and Head Men’s Basketball Coach. B.S.E., significant aspect of education enveloped by the department Oklahoma Baptist University; M.Ed., East Central University. is meaningful use of leisure under the concept of wellness. Prescription programs are emphasized in exercise/wellness. Julie Powell (1995). Professor of Sport Management. B.S. and Education of sport management students includes moral and M.Ed., Union University; Ed.D., North-Central University. ethical responsibility in the business of sport. Andy Rushing (1988). Assistant Professor of Physical Education, The Professional Athletic Training Program at Union Head Golf Coach. B.S., Union University; M.S., University of University offers to its students an academic environment Memphis. Additional study, United States Sports Academy. that fuses the elements of sports medicine and the dynamics of intercollegiate athletics with the values of Christian higher Karen Sinclair (2014). Assistant Professor of Athletic Training. education. The Professional Athletic Training Program is B.A., Mississippi College, M.A., University of North Carolina at accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Chapel Hill. Training Education (CAATE) and consists of a three year, sequential cohort education process that demands didactic Staff and clinical involvement. Upon completion, the student will Teresa Thomas (2002). Secretary to the Director of Athletics and be eligible for certification, credentialing, and licensure via the the PEWS Chair. Board of Certification and state medical boards that require licensure for certified athletic trainers to meet the standards of state practice or title protection acts. 2018-2019 PHYSICAL EDUCATION, WELLNESS, AND SPORT 154 Knowing education is a continuous process, the program B. Sport Marketing Emphasis—21 hours creates and maintains an environment through movement 1. PEWS 340, 425 experiences where values clarification and experiential learning 2. MKT 328, 330, 433 occur; leadership develops; a serving attitude, lifestyle, and 3. PEWS 205 commitment are fostered; and problem-solving opportunities 4. ACC, MKT, or MGT Elective exist. C. Sport Communication Emphasis—21 hours The Department offers majors in Physical Education leading 1. COM 120 and 360 to Tennessee Teacher Licensure, Athletic Training, Exercise 2. Either COM 220 or 230 Science/Wellness, and Sport Management with an emphasis 3. PEWS 205 in Marketing, Communication, and Ministry. The Physical 4. Electives—9 hours Education Major requires the completion of the Professional COM—3 hours Education Minor as noted below. Athletic Training, Exercise PEWS—3 hours Science/Wellness and Sport Management are exempt from the ACC, MGT, or MKT—3 hours requirement for a minor. D. Sport Ministry Emphasis—21 hours I. Major in Physical Education and Health with Teacher 1. CHR 113, 243, 333 Licensure in PE (Grades K–12)* 2. PEWS 251 and 320 A. Major requirements—33 hours 3. MGT 318 1. Select one of: PEWS 104, 110, 111, 119. 4. Choose one: PEWS 231, 317, 425 2. PEWS 120, 130, 201, 222, 316, 324, 350, 410, 414, I. Minor: Physical Education—21 hours 415, 416, 419. A. PEWS 201, 222, 414, 416, 419—15 hours. 3. PEWS elective (1 hour) B. Select 6 Electives hours from PEWS. *If licensure is not desired in this major, see Department II. Minor: Physical Education (add-on teaching endorsement, Chair or Registrar for approval of program. PE K–12)—23 hours B. Professional Education: A. PEWS 120, 130, 201, 222, 316, 410, 414, 416, 419. 1. Prior to Internship—EDU 150, EDU 305, PSY 213, B. BIO 221 or 222; EDU 421. EDU 358, PSY/SE 230. C. Completion of applicable portions of the Praxis II 2. Fall of Internship Year—EDU 306, 340, 421, 440 series. 3. Spring of Internship Year—EDU 441 and 451 D. For additional information, see the Assistant Dean for 4. CSC 105 is required in the BA core Teacher Education and Accreditation. C. Completion of applicable portions of the Praxis II III. Minor: Athletic Coaching—21 hours series. A. Open only to non-PEWS majors. E. For additional information, see the Director of B. PEWS 218, 414, 415, 419, 421. Educator Preparation. C. Choose 6 hours from PEWS 351, 352, 353, 354. F. Prerequisite: BIO 221 or 222, and MAT 114 IV. Minor: Health Education—21 hours: II. Major in Exercise Science/Wellness A. PEWS 113, 222, 301, 322, 324, 327; and 3 hours from: A. General and B.S. Specific Core Science requirements: B. PSY 330, 328; PEWS 421/PSY 422. BIO 221, 222 V. Minor: Sport Management—21 hours B. BIO 322, CHE 111 and PHY 213 are recommended. A. PEWS 340, 342, 343, 362, 419 C. Exercise Science Emphasis—51 hours B. Choose 6 hours from PEWS 205, 300, 400, 421, 425 1. PEWS 113, 218, 222, 240, 324, 333, 343, 410, 414, VI. Health Education (add-on teaching endorsement, Health 415, 416, 433 K–12)—12 hours. 2. Emphasis requirements—15 hours A. PEWS 113, 222, 301, 322 a. Choose any three activity classes B. Completion of applicable portions of the Praxis II b. PEWS 435 (6 hours), 461 series. c. PSY 330 C. For additional information, see the Director of D. Recommended electives toward fitness management: Educator Preparation. PEWS 342,419; FIN 320; MGT 318; MKT 328, 350. III. Major in Athletic Training—73 hours Assessment of Majors A. PEWS 113, 170, 218, 222, 240, 414, 415, 433, 461 B. AT 170, 265, 275; PSY Elective; BIO 300. Physical Education majors are required to take a written exit C. AT 318, 350, 360, 361, 370, 460, 461, 462, 463 examination the semester prior to or during the semester of D. AT 365, 375, 465, 475 graduation or complete a capstone experience. The capstone E. Other requirements satisfied through General and experience is a course at the end of one’s major in their major Specific Core requirements: BIO 221-2; 322; PHY 111 area of emphasis within the department of PEWS. These areas or 213. of emphases are: Athletic Training, Exercise Science/Wellness, F. Recommendations: CHE 111 and 112 Physical Education with teacher licensure, Sport Management- IV. Major in Sport Management—54 hours Marketing, Communication, and Ministry. Both capstone and A. Core for all majors—PEWS 201, 300, 342, 343, 362, exit exam requires a minimal mastery level of 70% correctness. 400, 419, 421, 435 (6 hours); ART 221—33 hours PHYSICAL EDUCATION, WELLNESS, AND SPORT 155 Student Organization Student Awards Sigma Delta is an academic fraternity that desires to improve The Fred DeLay Memorial Award, established by the late Mr. scholarship and professional development among physical DeLay in memory of his father, is presented to the honor athlete education students. Membership is open to any student attending of the Senior Class. The recipient must be, in addition to being Union who is seeking a degree (major or minor) in physical the outstanding athlete, a person of high academic standing, education or related field. To be eligible, a student must have unquestionable loyalty, and good character. Mr. DeLay was Head completed at least one semester of college work with a 2.75 overall of Athletics 1937-1945 and 1948-1949.