Mount St. Joseph University - Exercise Science and Integrative Health

04/08/2026

The EIM Club is working to raise colorectal cancer awareness. Screening and healthy lifestyle behaviors are essential for early detection and prevention.

04/06/2026

The Department of Exercise Science and Integrative Health is proud to announce our recognition as an ACSM Exercise is Medicine Silver Campus for the 26-27 year.

"In recognition of its contributions to educate students, faculty, and staff about the benefits of increased physical activity and to create a culture of wellness on campus."

This recognition reflects the collective efforts of the students in the Health and Exercise Science program, the EIM Club, our Office of Student Wellness, the School of Health Sciences - Community Engagement Committee, and our University Health, Wellness, and Safety Committee.

Our strategic plan includes initiatives to earn Gold level recognition by January 1, 2028. We hope you will celebrate with us!

03/19/2026

Today is the Feast of St. Joseph - Founders Day for the Mount St. Joseph University - Exercise Science and Integrative Health program and the University as a whole. We celebrate our patron saint, husband to Mary, foster father to Jesus, and a model of humility, obedience, and guardianship. We honor the work of the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati in the development of their sponsored ministries and their commitment to serve Cincinnati.

Please consider donating to the School of Health Sciences and designate your gift to the Department of ESIH. Gifts will be designated to improve our Exercise Science lab and the professional development funds for our EIM Club members.

12/12/2025

Congratulations to the HES student-athletes named to the Academic All-HCAC Honors Team for Fall sports: Sicillia Eschman (XC), Aaron Smith (MSOC), Rose Barnes, Abigail Cole, Alena Schirripa (WSOC), Lyndsey Stephenson (WVB).

CARMEL, Ind. – The Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference (HCAC) has announced the 2025 Fall honorees for the Tom Bohlsen Academic All-HCAC list. Academic All-Conference selections have at least a cumulative 3.5 GPA and are varsity athletes.

12/10/2025

Dr Thomas Palmer was promoted to Full Professor! Congratulations.

08/15/2025

See you Saturday!

Lionpalooza is happening THIS SATURDAY at the Mount!

Join us for this FREE event for the entire Mount Community! We're taking over the Quad and front of Conlan Center for a night packed with live music from the band Vehicle, delicious food, exciting games, and awesome giveaways! Cool down with Lindsey's Shaved Ice and grab an alcoholic beverage if you like. Whether you're a student – commuter, residential, graduate, or undergraduate – faculty, staff, or alumni, everyone is welcome. No registration needed, just come ready to have a blast! For more details, visit: http://www.msj.edu/lionpalooza

08/15/2025

Today, Drs TP and BC want to thank our amazing teammate, Shanin Varner, , for her kindness and commitment to the .exscihealth department and our students. Best wishes in your new role at Ross HS. We will miss you.

07/30/2025

We love to celebrate our students and their growth. Jack has found his passion for coaching others and benefitted from the opportunities and support provided at the Mount.

Having just graduated in May 2025 with a major in Health and Exercise Science, Jack works a co-op as a strength and conditioning intern for Moeller High School’s football team. Typically, he arrives at the school around 5:45 a.m. and begins the day with a pre-session meeting alongside the other li...

07/24/2025

Our students have been busy this summer completing their required practicum experiences as a component of their Health and Exercise Science major.

We want to thank Justin Defillipi, DPT Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicineho (Kenwood); Kendall Sweeney, DPT at Rehabilitation and Performance Institute (Fort Thomas,KY); Cody Giles and Bethany Dietz Brandt at PT (Anderson); Ellie Kivell at Mine Performance Academy (Erlanger, KY), and Kerry Verne at Drayer PT (Lawrensburg, IN).

07/20/2025

The MSJ 5K is just 2 months away! Join us on September 20, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit. Whether you're an avid runner or simply wanting to take a leisurely stroll around campus, the MSJ 5K is an event you won't want to miss.

Be sure to register soon to secure your spot and ensure you get a shirt! Registration details and more information about the event can be found here: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Cincinnati/MSJ5K

See you at the starting line!

06/05/2025

Congratulations to Anton Mere, '25 HES Sport Performance and Active Aging graduate, on being named to the All-Region team for baseball as a senior.

The 2025 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Div. III All-Region teams and Regional Players of the Year have been announced in all 10 regions. The teams are voted on by members of the American Baseball Coaches Association and the process is led by the ABCA NCAA Div. III All-America & Coach of the Year Committee.

05/21/2025

Congratulations to HES students - Macy Cornelius,
'25 and Lesleigh Reimers '29 for being named to the HCAC All-Conference team for softball.

CARMEL, Indiana - The Mount St. Joseph softball team lands six players on the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference all-league team's released today. The MSJ softball team once again had a fantastic season after putting together a 28-14 overall record and a 12-6 record in league play, earning the...