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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

Dec. 11, 2024

Rockford, Illinois- Rockford University is thrilled to announce the addition of two new master’s degree programs in the Kinesiology department: Master of Science in Exercise Physiology (MSEP) and Master of Arts in Sport Management and Leadership (MASL). 

The MSEP degree is designed for individuals interested in advancing careers in personal health and wellness training, health promotion, and physical rehabilitation. Students who earn a Master of Science in Exercise Physiology degree will have numerous career opportunities, including roles as exercise physiologists, cardiac rehabilitation specialists, clinical research assistants, and physical therapy aides.

The MASL degree is designed for individuals passionate about the sport management industry. Graduates will be equipped for careers such as athletic coaches, athlete development specialists, athletic directors, business development coordinators, and more.

“These two (degree programs), sports management and leadership and exercise physiology, are really geared towards the scholars (RU students) that are thinking about what’s next,” said Dr. Cathy Headley, Associate Professor of the Kinesiology Department, who helped create both programs. “Students continuing their education here creates a legacy and commitment to Rockford University.”

Both programs will launch in Fall 2025 and feature courses that will be 8 weeks in duration and delivered asynchronously online.

Dr. Headley adds that she believes these graduate programs will provide a unique opportunity for Rockford University to invite potential students from outside of the area. 

Learn more about each of the new master’s degrees by going to rockford.edu/admission/graduate/master-of-exercise-physiology and rockford.edu/admission/graduate/master-of-sport-management-and-leadership.

 

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About Rockford University
Rockford University, formerly Rockford College, is a four-year, co-educational institution founded in 1847 offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in traditional liberal arts and professional fields. The undergraduate program offers approximately 80 majors, minors, and concentrations, including three 100% online majors through the RU Online program. Five master’s degrees are offered through the graduate program, including Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), Master of Education (M.Ed.), Master of Arts in Sport Management & Leadership (MASM), and Masters of Science in Exercise Physiology (MSEP). 

Rockford University is home to one of only 11 Phi Beta Kappa (PBK) chapters in Illinois, the most prestigious honor society in the United States. Rockford University is proud to hold the prestigious Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement, an elective classification that highlights our dedication to meaningful and impactful partnerships within our local and regional communities. Named by The Princeton Review as a Best Midwestern College and a U.S. News & World Report Best Midwest Regional University, Rockford University currently serves approximately 1,200 full- and part-time students.

 

Rockford University’s Adult and Graduate Programs will host a series of open house information sessions on Tuesday evenings from 4 – 7 p.m., in July starting on July 10. All information sessions will take place at the Puri School of Business, located just east of the University’s main 5050 East State Street entrance.

Anyone interested in learning more about the University’s adult programming options is encouraged to attend. Designed to help students advance their careers in business and education, offerings include the adult accelerated degree completion program for a Bachelor’s Degree in Management Studies (BSMS), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), and Master of Education in Urban Education (MEd). 

Guests will be able to speak with program faculty and admission staff and are encouraged to bring transcripts. Attendees will be able to apply for the program of their choice on site that evening.  Those who attend will also receive a $500 adult studies tuition voucher.

Light refreshments will be provided and there is no cost to attend. An RSVP is requested. To learn more and RSVP your attendance, visit www.rockford.edu/openhouse/. Open house information sessions will take place on July 10, July 17, July 24 and July 31 from 4 – 7 p.m., Puri School of Business, 5050 East State Street, Rockford.

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