HHP Academic Sessions

Discover the College of Health and Human Performance (HHP) and the diverse array of majors we offer and our commitment to innovating and promoting holistic health and well-being. Meet our exceptional faculty, academic advisors, and current students while also learning about our opportunities for internships, scholarships, research, fieldwork, study abroad programs, and more.

HHP Admitted Students Day:

Are you an admitted ECU student? Visit us on February 21st, 2025! While on campus you will engage with faculty, advisors, and students from your intended major and get a first-hand look at a day in the life of an ECU student. You will have the opportunity to take a walking tour of campus, visit residence halls, and explore campus. You will also hear updates from campus living and student transitions on your next steps. We can’t wait to get you hooked on Pirate Nation!
Register for HHP Admitted Students Day- Feb. 21

Virtual Undergraduate Sessions:

Register for the Interior Design and Fashion Merchandising Virtual Academic Day | Tuesday, January 28 | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Discover the many aspects of the interior design and fashion industry, including the design process to manufacturing, distribution, marketing, retail, the design of living spaces and commercial spaces.
Register for the School of Social Work Virtual Academic Day | Wednesday, January 29 | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Learn about the academic path our students take, courses in: human behavior and diversity, social work practice, social policy, research, mental health, and a semester-long internship. Our program graduates have an extremely high job placement rate.
Register for the Human Development and Family Science Virtual Academic Day | Tuesday, February 4 | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. |
Discover four of our undergraduate academic programs: Birth-Kindergarten Teacher Education, Child Life, Family and Community Services, and Family and Consumer Sciences.
Register for the Health Education and Promotion Virtual Academic Day | Wednesday, February 5 | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
You are invited to learn more about the concentrations and coursework in Environmental Health and in Public Health, and the specific careers you can pursue with these degrees.
Register for the Kinesiology Virtual Academic Day | Tuesday, February 11 | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
The Department of Kinesiology offers two undergraduate programs including Exercise Physiology and Physical Education. Learn more about our student experiences, classes, and specific careers you can pursue with these degrees!
Register for the Sport Management and Recreation Sciences Virtual Academic Day | Wednesday, February 12 | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Learn how you can make a difference in the lives of others using sport, recreation and leisure activities how to plan and conduct programs, administrative responsibilities such as supervision and management, facility design, and leadership skills.

In Person Undergraduate Sessions:

Kinesiology
Explore labs and learn more about our Kinesiology Department:

Register for Friday, January 24th
Register for Friday, March 7th
Interested in ECU’s Honors College? Register for Friday, April 11th and join the Kinesiology information session after the conclusion of the Honors College Academic Day in MCSC room 318 from 2:30-3:30.

Social Work – Gerontology

Learn more about the growing field of Gerontology. HHP offers a certificate and a minor in this area: