a year in review
The School of Kinesiology is improving lives through research, education, and community engagement. From AI-powered healthcare solutions and cancer recovery research to sport innovation and student success, faculty and students are advancing human performance, health, sport industry, and leadership across Louisiana and beyond.
Louisiana ranks among the least physically active and least healthy states in the nation
Research-driven solutions from AI diabetes care to cancer recovery to Parkinson’s treatment
100% placement, record attendance, and national recognition.
The results are measurable"
KIN by the Numbers
Bachelor's Degrees
In-person & online
Master's Degrees
In-person & online
Doctoral Degrees
Kinesiology Undergraduate Concentrations
Sport Administration Undergraduate Concentrations
in-person and online
Undergraduate Kinesiology Minors
Master's Programs
Doctoral Programs
with concentration
Kinesiology Undergraduate Degree + Public Health Master's Degree
Job Placement
- for Athletic Training Graduates
Annual Parkinson's Conference
Online MS in Sport Management
- Intelligent.com
Student-Athlete of the Month honorees
Health Profession Pathways
Research Labs
square feet Ochsner Wellness Center
research, discovery, & innovation
New Institute Expands Human Performance Research
Faculty Lead Interdisciplinary Initiative
Neil Johannsen and Guillaume Spielmann are helping to lead LSU's Institute for the Health and Performance of Champions, bringing together researchers and industry partners to advance health, resilience, recovery, and performance for athletes, military personnel, first responders, and other high-performance populations.
Improving Cancer Recovery Through Precision Medicine
Papadopoulos Receives Research Grant
Efthymios Papadopoulos earned a Louisiana Cancer Research Center New Investigator
Grant to study how muscle characteristics identified through CT scans can help predict
recovery outcomes for cancer patients and improve personalized treatment strategies.
AI-Powered Healthcare Innovation
Li Develops Digital Twins for Diabetes Care
Shiyu Li is using artificial intelligence, wearable technology, and behavioral science
to create personalized "digital twins" that help individuals with diabetes make informed
daily health decisions and improve long-term outcomes.
Faculty & Student Excellence
Sport Creating Global Impact
Svensson Earns International Research Honor
Per Svensson received an inaugural Research Fellow Award from the Sport Management Association of Australia and New Zealand. Through LSU's Starting Block Sport + Social Change Accelerator, his work helps organizations worldwide use sport to address challenges in health, education, employability, and community development.
Advancing Parkinson's Care
Hondzinski Recognized for Community Impact
Jan Hondzinski received the Rosina Kahn Sapir Parkinson's Community Service Award for her contributions to research and programs that improve mobility, reduce fall risk, and enhance quality of life for individuals living with Parkinson's disease.
Student Leader Turns Challenge into Purpose
Bartolutti Builds Community Through Advocacy
Kinesiology student Kaitlyn Bartolutti founded LSU FACE Forward to support individuals with craniofacial conditions and promote awareness. She was also selected as one of just seven students nationwide to receive a National Academy of Sports Medicine scholarship.
Excellence in Athletics and Academics
13 Kinesiology Students Earn Student-Athlete of the Month Honors
Student-athletes from kinesiology and sport administration programs were recognized throughout the academic year for outstanding achievements in the classroom and in competition. Representing football, basketball, gymnastics, golf, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, softball, and baseball, these students exemplify the School of Kinesiology's commitment to developing leaders who excel academically, athletically, and professionally.
By the Numbers
impact in louisiana
Anatomy Lab Provides Hands-On Experience
Student teaching assistants in LSU's Rathbone Human Anatomy and Cadaver Lab are gaining valuable clinical and leadership experience while supporting anatomy instruction. Many have gone on to highly competitive medical, pharmacy, physician assistant, and physical therapy programs.
national & Global reach
Kinesiology doctoral student Kailin Chio is leveraging her experiences as an elite athlete and researcher to advance understanding of athlete development and performance. Her work reflects the School of Kinesiology’s commitment to preparing future scholars, practitioners, and leaders who are making an impact both nationally and internationally.
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