Welcome to the Department of Kinesiology Graduate Program

We’re thrilled to welcome you to the University of Wisconsin–Madison and are so pleased you’ve chosen the Department of Kinesiology as your graduate study home. We hope you’ll quickly find a sense of warmth and belonging within our learning community.

This handbook is designed to give you an overview of the program and serve as a helpful guide throughout your time here. It is meant to complement—not replace—ongoing, thoughtful planning and regular conversations with your faculty advisor. If you ever have questions that aren’t answered here or feel unsure about something, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me or to Dr. Erin McGowan, our Graduate Program Manager. We’re here to help.

We look forward to supporting you and helping make your experience a fulfilling one.

Warm regards,

Karla Ausderau, PhD
Professor
Director of Graduate Studies