Power 5 Conference Colleges and the Promotion of Physical Activity Among Incoming Freshmen

by Dean Gouda
The websites of "Power 5 Conference" colleges were systematically reviewed to identify summer programs containing well-being courses, specifically physical activity. Of the 80 colleges, only 43 (54%) had summer programs, 11 (26%) of which included a physical activity course. Results show a gross lack in physical health promotion in students, and indicate that a stronger emphasis on the importance of a healthy lifestyle should be incorporated into colleges nationwide.
Major: 
Kinesiology
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
University Park
Faculty Sponsor: 
Melissa Bopp
Poster Number: 
2003