Departments
Our departments are at the heart of everything the School of Applied Sciences does.
Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders
The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) helps individuals with speech, language, and hearing disabilities. Our department is committed to educating speech-language pathologists that help their clients reach their personal potential and maintain a high quality of life.
Department of Criminal Justice and Legal Studies
The Department of Criminal Justice and Legal Studies provides students with a critical understanding of the total system of justice and the society in which it functions. Faculty members are committed to preparing students to move successfully into legal studies careers or graduate work.
Department of Health, Exercise Science, and Recreation Management
The Department of Health, Exercise Science and Recreation Management (HESRM) knows that those with health have hope. We promote healthy living by teaching our students how to change the lives of athletes and individuals across the country.
Department of Nutrition and Hospitality Management
The Department of Nutrition and Hospitality (NHM) is committed to making a difference in the lives of our students, and to improving the quality of life for all, especially the citizens of the Lafayette-Oxford-University and Mississippi communities.
Department of Public Health
Through research and education, the Department of Public Health creates the leaders of tomorrow in the fields of epidemiology, community health, and health policy.
Department of Social Work
The Department of Social Work knows that human dignity and social justice are important for individuals, their communities, states, and for the entire country. Our students are committed to relieving suffering, affecting social change, and enabling people to overcome obstacles and lead productive and fulfilling lives.