HRK Department

Empowering and inspiring citizen leaders to promote health, leisure and performance.

Interprofessional Education Committee Hosts Immersive Learning Experiences on Housing and Poverty

April 15, 2026

From building cardboard shelters to navigating a simulated month in poverty, students experienced the realities behind housing and financial insecurity.
Longwood Kinesiology Research Wins First Place at Sport Science Conference

November 12, 2025

Longwood undergraduate research earns first place at an international sport science conference.
Dr. Laura Jimenez Receives 2025 Maude Glenn Raiford Teaching Award

October 31, 2025

Dr. Laura Jimenez has been awarded the 2025 Maude Glenn Raiford Teaching Award for her outstanding teaching, mentorship, and leadership in the Kinesiology program.
Kinesiology Welcomes Dr. Jarod Vance

September 15, 2025

Dr. Jarod Vance joins the Kinesiology program, bringing expertise in exercise science and a focus on cognitive health across the lifespan.
Exploring the Role of Wearable Technology in Collegiate Athletics

August 25, 2025

Wearable tech is changing how student athletes train and compete. Dr. Tim Coffey’s research with the NCAA Sports Science Institute explores how these devices are used and what it means for performance and athlete well-being.