EXERCISE SCIENCES & RECREATION
FROM THE CHAIR
Dr. Gul Tiryaki-Sonmez
Mission
The Mission of Exercise Sciences and Recreation is highly reflective of the mission of the college and the school, where we embody the ideals of the Lehman Principles to Educate, Empower, Engage.
Aspiration
We aspire to produce graduates who are well able to secure good jobs in the athletic training and parks and recreation field. We are especially proud of students who graduate with their BS in Exercise Sciences and enroll in Doctor of Physical Therapy programs.
Accreditation
The Exercise Science program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of CoAES.
- 92% Retention Rate
- 85% Internship Pass Rate
Focus 2
Focus 2 is an online career exploration tool that helps you learn more about yourself and possible career paths. It organizes your interests, skills, abilities, and values into a clear summary that connects directly to real-world careers. You’ll also receive a list of recommended career options based on your results. When creating the account, use the code 'lightning'.
After completing the assessment, be sure to schedule an appointment with your career specialist through Navigate so you can review your results and plan your next steps.
Department News
Why do you feel sore after you workout? And does running help you lose weight?
Exercise Science Professor Offers Insights on Transgender Athletes
Recruiting difficulties creates problems for research
Your Next Physical Therapist Could Be a Lehman Alumn
Your Next Physical Therapist Could Be a Lehman Alumn
Department of Health Sciences Expands to Train Next Generation of Healthcare Professionals
Department of Health Sciences Expands to Train Next Generation of Healthcare Professionals
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