Our Mission
The Department of Human Performance Dance and Recreation seeks to advance the science, practice, and art of human movement. Faculty and students collaborate to explore human movement from biological, behavioral, social, pedagogical, and artistic perspectives. Of critical importance are the dissemination of new knowledge and creative works, and the preparation of future scientists, practitioners, educators, and performers.
Programs of Study
The Department offers Bachelor's degrees in Dance Performance, Dance Education, Physical Education, Kinesiology, and Athletic Training. The Degree requirements for all of our programs can be accessed by clicking the links on the side bar or by following the link to our academic progams overview below.
Research and Creative Works
Faculty and Students in the department of HPDR are engaged in learning and disseminating at the highest level, resulting in vibrant programs of Research and Creative Works. For an overview please click on the link below.
Come Visit Us Today!!!
Welcome to the Department of Human Performance Dance and Recreation. Whether you are interested in degrees for pre-medicine (Pre-Med), pre-physical therapy or occupational therapy or careers in Athletic Training, Physical Education or Dance, our student-centered programs provide individualized guidance and excellent instruction. Come visit us! You can schedule an appointment by contacting Victoria Jaime at vjaime@nmsu.edu or 575-646-2216.
Human Performance, Dance & Recreation
MSC 3M
New Mexico State University
P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
Phone: 575-646-2215
Fax: 575-646-4065