Mackenzie Berschel was awarded a 2021 Barbara A. Horwitz and John M. Horowitz Outstanding Undergraduate Abstract Award by the American Physiological Society.

Read more about our research on play, leisure and recreation.

Highlights Dr. Erin Talbert past education and current research

Highlights Dr. Kara Whitaker past education and current research

Highlights Dr. Anna Stanhewicz past education and current research

Highlights Dr. Thorsten Rudroff background and his current research work

During COVID, students and faculty connect over zoom to teach, learn, and stay productive

Health and Human Physiology department started a course Guided Worksite Wellness Practicum where students provide health education to community members and businesses.

Therapeutic Recreation Program assisted COVID recovery Iowa providing them with virtual services to help those effected by COVID

University of Iowa's Department of Health and Human Physiology students serve in important roles within UI Dance Marathon (UIDM) to support over 1,000 families.