Mission Statement
The Department of Health and Sport Sciences at Otterbein College will prepare students to become competent, self directed professionals through sound curricular programming, dedicated faculty, and appropriate facilities and equipment. Our mission will be accomplished by offering curricular programs that meet the requirements for both professional certification* and the liberal arts education. Faculty will seek excellence in their classroom teaching methods by remaining current in their fields, and employing practical and relevant learning activities. Likewise, faculty will provide academic advising to the students in order to ensure appropriate course selection, to assist them in identifying their personal strengths, and to enable them to pursue professional activities and opportunities commensurate with their talents. In addition, our facilities and equipment will support the academic programs of the department and complement the learning experiences provided by the faculty.
The Department of Health and Sport Sciences is also dedicated to developing a positive life long attitude toward a healthy lifestyle among all Otterbein students by providing appealing and innovative courses in health, fitness, recreation, and sport areas.
*National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE),
American Association of Health Education (AAHE),
