Exercise and Health Sciences Department of Briar Cliff

09/09/2026

The first series of this new storytime will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Sept. 17, 24 and Oct. 1 at Aalfs Downtown Library, 529 Pierce St.

09/09/2026

🥪 Mark your calendar and come hungry! 💙💛

The Charger Wellness Club is teaming up with Panera Bread for a fundraiser on September 14 from 4:00–8:00 PM. Stop by the Sergeant Road location and 25% of qualifying sales will benefit the Briar Cliff University Charger Wellness Club.

📍 Panera Bread – 5120 Sergeant Road, Sioux City
📅 September 14
⏰ 4:00–8:00 PM
🚗 Dine-in, drive-thru, pickup, or delivery
💻 Ordering online? Use promo code FUND4U at checkout.

Grab dinner, bring a friend, and help us raise some dough for Charger Wellness! 🥖💪

09/07/2026

Curious about how the human body moves, performs, and responds to exercise? Briar Cliff University’s Kinesiology major might be the perfect fit for you! 💙💛

Our Kinesiology students combine classroom learning with hands-on experiences in anatomy, physiology, exercise science, psychology, nutrition, and more. Students complete at least 150 hours of experiential learning through practicums and internships and gain experience using industry-standard equipment in small lab classes.

The program also prepares students for graduate study in health care, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, chiropractic, and other health professions.

And one of the highlights? Every Kinesiology student takes Advanced Anatomy Lab, a full-semester human dissection experience that provides an incredible foundation for future health care education. 🫀🦴

Learn the science. Gain the experience. Prepare for what’s next. 🎓

09/05/2026

💚 Active & Connected is starting soon!

Briar Cliff University Exercise & Health Sciences students are partnering with the Siouxland Center for Active Generations to lead an eight-week movement and wellness program for older adults.

Each session will focus on safe, enjoyable movement designed to support functional strength, balance, mobility, coordination, confidence, and social connection. Activities can be adapted to each participant’s abilities and comfort level, so everyone can take part in a way that works for them.

📅 Thursdays beginning September 17
⏰ 11:15 AM
📍 Siouxland Center for Active Generations

Participants can expect chair exercises, balance activities, coordination drills, light walking, and plenty of opportunities to stay active and connected. 💪😊

We’re excited for our students to bring what they’re learning in the classroom into the community while building meaningful relationships along the way!

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

Putting knowledge into action.

Students in Briar Cliff University’s Exercise and Health Sciences Department gain hands-on experience using exercise testing and training equipment while learning how the body responds to physical activity. Experiences like these help students connect classroom learning to real-world applications in health, fitness, sport, and clinical settings.

There’s no substitute for learning by doing, and our students get plenty of opportunities to do just that.

09/04/2026

Build healthy habits while developing a love of reading in children. 🤸‍♂️📖🏃‍♀️

Led by students from Briar Cliff University’s Exercise and Health Sciences program, each session blends storytime with simple movement activities such as hopping, jumping, balancing, and playful games.

👦Ages 3-8
🗓️September 17 & 24 and October 1 & 8
🕧11:30 am
🏢Aalfs Downtown Library

09/03/2026

Our September Exercise & Health Sciences Newsletter is here!

This month, we’re kicking off a busy fall semester with community-based experiential learning in Motor Learning & Control and sharing several ways to get involved on campus.

September highlights include the Charger Wellness Club kickoff, our Panera fundraiser, Yoga Awareness Month event, and the start of student-led programs serving children, adults, and older adults throughout the Sioux City community.

We’re excited for a semester full of learning, movement, service, and connection.

09/03/2026

Charger Wellness Club kicks off tonight!

Join us for the first meeting of the year and learn how you can get involved in creating a healthier, more active campus community. The Charger Wellness Club is open to all Briar Cliff students who are interested in health, wellness, and exercise promotion.

📅 Tonight
⏰ 8:00 PM
📍 Heelan Atrium

Come meet the club, hear what we have planned for the year, and find out how you can get involved!

Move more. Feel better. Connect. 💙💛

05/12/2026

From classrooms and labs to internships and hands-on experiences, our graduates have put in the work to prepare for careers dedicated to health, performance, and helping others.

We are proud of all they have accomplished and excited to see the impact they will make in their communities and professions.

Congratulations to our graduates! 🎓💙