Exercise and Health Sciences Department of Briar Cliff

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Exercise and Health Sciences Department of Briar Cliff

Future leaders in movement + wellness | Hands-on lab & real-world experience | Franciscan-rooted service mindset |

08/27/2026

🧘‍♀️ Stretch, breathe, and recharge with us! 🧘‍♂️

In celebration of National Yoga Awareness Month, join us for a free yoga session!

📅 Wednesday, September 23
⏰ 7:00 p.m.
📍 Heelan Atrium
💙💛 Free for all Briar Cliff students and faculty!

Whether you’re a regular yogi or trying yoga for the first time, everyone is welcome. Come take a break, move your body, and enjoy an evening of wellness with us!

Sponsored by Exercise is Medicine® On Campus and Charger Wellness Club.

08/25/2026

💗 Think Pink with Charger Wellness Club! 💗

Breast Cancer Awareness Month may not be until October, but you don’t have to wait to show your support! Charger Wellness Club’s Breast Cancer Awareness T-shirts are available now. 🎀

Grab yours early, wear it proudly, and help us raise awareness all semester long!

08/24/2026

📚✨ Welcome back, Chargers! ✨📚

The first day of classes is here, and the Exercise & Health Sciences Department is excited to kick off another great year at Briar Cliff! 💙💛

Here’s to a semester full of learning, growth, new experiences, and plenty of time in the lab and gym. We’re so glad to have our Chargers back on campus!

Let’s make it a great semester!

08/21/2026

Give back and help save lives! ❤️🩸

Briar Cliff University is hosting a blood drive with LifeServe Blood Center on Tuesday, September 15, from 11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. in the Assisi Room.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome! Scan the QR code on the flyer to schedule your donation.

A single donation can make a meaningful difference for patients in our community. We hope to see members of the BCU and EHS community there!

08/20/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Ivan Funderburk 💙💛

Meet Ivan, a Kinesiology major with a minor in Spanish from Chico, California! After graduation, Ivan plans to attend a physical therapy program in fall 2027 with the goal of one day working as a physical therapist for a professional sports team.

One of Ivan’s favorite experiences at Briar Cliff was his junior internship at the Briar Cliff Physical Therapy Clinic, where he had the opportunity to get a closer look at the career he hopes to pursue.

We’re excited to see where your next chapter takes you, Ivan! 👏

08/19/2026

☀️ Just because it was summer break doesn’t mean we weren’t hard at work in Exercise and Health Sciences! 💪

Dr. Van Acker spent part of his summer conducting baseline testing with our student-athletes using our VALD ForceDecks. This technology gives us valuable insight into athlete performance and gives our students the chance to see the same tools used in sport performance and research settings in action.

Putting exercise science into practice—even during summer break! 💙💛

08/17/2026

📣 The August EHS Newsletter is here!

A new school year is right around the corner, and we’re excited to welcome our Chargers back to campus! 💙💛

This month, we’re:
👋 Reintroducing our EHS faculty
💪 Sharing why you should get involved with the Charger Wellness Club
📅 Looking ahead to important August events

We can’t wait for another great year in Exercise and Health Sciences. See you soon, Chargers!

08/06/2026

🥗 Raise Some Dough for the Charger Wellness Club! 🥖

Join us at Panera Bread on Monday, September 14, 2026, from 4:00–8:00 p.m. and help support the Briar Cliff University Charger Wellness Club! The club promotes active, healthy lifestyles and fosters a culture of wellness across campus.

📍 Panera Bread
5120 Sergeant Road
Sioux City, IA

25% of qualifying sales will be donated to the Charger Wellness Club!

To make sure your purchase counts:

📱 Ordering in the café or drive-thru: Show this fundraiser flyer—printed or on your phone—when placing your order.

💻 Ordering online for pick-up or delivery: Enter promo code FUND4U at checkout.

Please share this event with your friends, family, classmates, and coworkers. Enjoy a delicious meal while helping us bring more health and wellness opportunities to the Briar Cliff community! 💚

07/28/2026

Meet the 2026 Step Up & Stand Out Award recipients! 🏆

The Outstanding New Student Organization Event of the Year recognizes new programs across campus. This year’s winner hosted an event that aligned with Briar Cliff’s mission by fostering holistic student development through both body and spirt. Congratulations to the Charger Wellness Club’s Dodgeball Tournament!

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! 🎓💙

Address

3303 Rebecca Street
Sioux City, IA
51104

Telephone

+17122795200

Website

https://www.briarcliff.edu/current-chargers/academics/exercise-and-health-sciences

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