Academic Catalog

Health and Human Performance

Mission & Philosophy 

The University of Wisconsin-Superior fosters intellectual growth and career preparation within a liberal arts tradition that emphasizes individual attention, embodies respect for diverse cultures and multiple voices, and engages the community and region.

The Health and Human Performance Department contributes to the overall mission by providing solid foundational knowledge and skills within all dimensions of wellness through curricular and experiential learning promoting student success in their respective programs and future fields.

Philosophy Statement

The Health and Human Performance Department believes in the education of the total person, body, soul and spirit in that:

  • Developing a knowledge base and critical thinking skills concerning responsibility for individual wellness is critical for all human beings.
  • All students should be given the opportunity to develop a positive attitude toward healthy behaviors for a lifetime. 
  • Learning takes place best when there is an emotional attachment; therefore, students need to be engaged in the curriculum.
  • Attitudes are caught not taught; teachers must be excited about their courses and the environment in which they teach.
  • As we learn to move, we move to learn; and we all have the responsibility to become aware of and learn to respect diversity among people.
  • The teaching-learning process is a two-way street; the student-teacher relationship should revolve around good, honest communication, valued learning experiences and assessments, and should bring about expected outcomes for both parties.

We strongly recommend that all majors retain textbooks, course notes and major papers in each of the major courses. These materials will be important assets in other courses in your major and/or minor. 

All students with majors or minors in Health and Human Performance must earn a grade of C or better in all required courses in the major and/or minor.

Student Learning Outcomes

The University of Wisconsin-Superior Health and Human Performance programs hope to develop these attributes in all students as part of the liberal arts mission of the university by providing a well-rounded, dynamic experience in the wellness course.

  • Foster the intellectual growth of all students concerning wellness for life as a core of their liberal arts education.
  • Develop critical thinking skills, positive attitudes and personal responsibility in all students toward leading productive and healthy lifestyles.
  • Graduate certified physical education/health/early childhood/special education teachers who are engaged in their professional endeavors, able to impart knowledge and skills to diverse populations in a variety of educational settings.
  • Graduate students who seek careers in allied health professions who are engaged in their professional endeavors, able to impart knowledge and skills to diverse populations in a variety of professional settings who make a positive contribution to society.
  • Achieve accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) for the undergraduate curriculum in exercise science.

Liberal Education Requirement

To fulfill the Liberal Education Requirement, all students must successfully complete HHP 102 Foundations for Wellness and Success labs before the first lab session.

Prerequisites

Students should note that several Health and Human Performance courses at the 200, 300 and 400 levels have specific course prerequisites. These prerequisites are indicated in the Course Descriptions portion of this catalog.

Experiential Learning - Fieldwork - Internship

The faculty of the Health and Human Performance Department believe that a well-designed and meaningful work experience, which builds on the academic foundation provided by a college education, can greatly enhance the total learning experience and facilitate the transition from college to the professional world. Academic credits awarded for Fieldwork, Experiential Learning, range from 1-12. Credits for Internship range from 6-20. Students interested in Internship should contact the instructor for additional information.

Senior Experience

This culminating senior year project integrates and synthesizes the student's coursework (theories, concepts, skill competencies) into a formal project and experience to be presented on Senior Presentation Day which is scheduled at the end of each semester.

Academic Integrity

Students are expected to maintain academic integrity in meeting requirements for an undergraduate degree. Evidence of academic misconduct may result in certain sanctions, such as failure in a course or dismissal from the program. Chapter 14 of the UW-Superior Student Academic Disciplinary Procedures of the Wisconsin Administrative Code for the University of Wisconsin System. 

Immoral Conduct - Incompetency

A student may be denied admission to the certification program under Wisconsin Administration Code for the Department of Public Instruction PI 34.103 dealing with Incompetency and Immoral Conduct. Recommendations for certification can also be denied under the same statute.

The following are statutory definitions: "Immoral Conduct" means conduct or behavior which is contrary to commonly accepted moral or ethical standards and endangers the health, welfare and safety or education of any pupil. "Incompetency" means a pattern of inadequate performance of duties or the lack of ability, legal qualifications or fitness to discharge required duties, and which endangers the health, welfare, safety or education of any pupils.

See Course Descriptions for information on required courses.

Health and Human Performance Department Contact Information

Health and Human Performance Department
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Marcovich Wellness Center 1402
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-395-4673
Email: hhp@uwsuper.edu