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The Department of Sport Science and Physical Education at Idaho State University aims to equip students with both intellectual and physical abilities to reach their highest potential. Physical education plays a vital role in ISU's academic programs, aligning with both the university's broader goals and the College of Education's focus on lifelong learning, personal growth, and leadership development. Through physical education studies, students learn to value human dignity, think critically, and communicate effectively. This field empowers individuals to make informed lifestyle and health decisions, fostering independence and self-confidence. The discipline cultivates mental and physical discipline, creating opportunities for holistic development—intellectual, social, emotional, spiritual, and personal—within a university setting. The Department provides bachelor's and master's programs in sport and exercise science, outdoor education, and sport management, along with minor options in coaching, outdoor education, and sport management.