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Welcome to the Department of Health and Human Performance at UTRGV! Our department is dedicated to preparing you for a rewarding career in Exercise Science, Health, and Kinesiology fields that are critical to promoting wellness across all age groups. We aim to develop your expertise as a future leader in health education and physical fitness through rigorous academic programs grounded in current research and best practices.

 

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Dr. Murat Karabulut, Interim Chair

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Email: cohpinfo@utrgv.edu

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