School of Applied Human Development

Inspiring the next generation of professionals

Make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities close to home and around the world.

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School of Applied Human Development

Enhance public good through research and evidence-based knowledge

The School of Applied Human Development provides a high-quality education to prepare you to be a leader in your field and a lifelong learner. Our nationally recognized and accredited programs are taught by committed faculty. We encourage School of Applied Human Development students to conduct research and follow evidence-based practices, and we provide strong networking connections with alumni and professionals.

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Master's of Athletic Training 2023

Learn through hands-on experiences in engaging and active classes

Our school emphasizes rigorous, hands-on experiences in our labs, studio spaces and active learning classrooms. School of Applied Human Development graduates enter in-demand careers with excellent technical knowledge and the strong, practical skills valued by employers. Some choose to continue their education and are admitted into competitive graduate programs, such as counseling, physical therapy and athletic training.

  • Practice skills in service-learning activities, clinical labs, cooperative learning projects and  studios like the Richard A. Maxwell Sport Media Project
  • Gain professional experience through co-ops, practicums and internships built into the curriculum that often lead to jobs.
  • Deepen your mastery of course content and skills by applying to be a graduate or undergraduate research assistant.

Undergraduate and Graduate Programs

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Take your education to the next level

Beyond the structure of a traditional classroom, the School of Applied Human Development offers students excellent opportunities to grow as individuals and as future or current professionals.

  • Learn from people who’ve been where you are. Our alumni come back to campus as speakers and to participate in our executive-in-residence programs.
  • Program-specific student groups help you network and gain professional skills that stand out on your resume. 
  • Immerse yourself in your field by volunteering at the Super Bowl™, traveling to NYC or Chicago for fashion and furniture expos, or spending a year at the Fashion Institute of Technology.
  • Study abroad on faculty-led trips to places like Italy and London.

Collaborate with renowned faculty researchers

Our faculty members are strong mentors invested in your success. They are active researchers who partner with both undergraduate and graduate students. Students have the opportunity to publish their research, travel to conferences and collaborate with peers and our expert faculty. Undergraduate students are also eligible for research funding from the Center for Undergraduate Research and Scholarships.

School of Applied Human Development faculty and students contribute to their fields and impact countless lives by researching a wide range of topics including:

  • Promotion of physical and mental health in trauma informed and strengths-based contexts
  • Fashion industry focus on market products beyond the gender binary
  • Role of personality in sport and exercise
  • Impact of exercise on immune function, diabetes, aging, inflammation and wound healing
  • Family diversity and dynamics
  • Travel and wilderness medicine 
  • Multicultural listening skills
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Contact us

Undergraduate contact

Dr. Laura Landry Meyer
Assistant Director for Undergraduate Education
419-372-7848
landrym@bgsu.edu  

Graduate contact

Dr. Jessica Kiss
Assistant Director for Graduate Education
419-372-0227
jekiss@bgsu.edu

Updated: 12/12/2023 09:45AM