Langston University

The Bachelor of Science in Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER) degree program is designed for students to turn their passion for fitness and sports into a rewarding career and the opportunity to inspire students to develop healthy lifestyles and behaviors.

Mission

The mission of the Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation is to enhance the health and well-being of society through the discovery, communication, and application of knowledge in physical activity. As an academic unit focusing on a multidisciplinary study of health, wellness, and human movement, the department promotes the acquisition of motor skills which enhance successful participation in perpetual physical and recreational pursuits. We aim to inspire a passion for lifelong learning and endeavor to indoctrinate our students to become leaders and valued members of society. 

Goal & Objectives

1. Prepare health, physical education, and recreation specialists who will have a sound background in the principles and practices of the respective field. 
2. Provide courses and experiences that accurately reflect the fields of physical education and health studies, sport performance and management, and recreational interventions. 
3. Enhance community relationships with diverse populations. 
4. Produce psychologically and physically literate professionals who apply and exhibit the principles of psychological and health science in programmatic areas. 
5. Promote positive lifestyles and healthy participation in lifelong physical and recreational pursuits. 
6. Develop professional behaviors that emphasize the importance of continuous education throughout the lifespan.