Residency Requirements for Graduation The student must complete at least 30 of the last 60 credit hours required for a specific degree program while in residence at the School of Physical Education at IUPUI. The 30 credit hours should include either one 12 credit hour regular semester or two 6 credit hour summer sessions.

Students in the two-year degree program must complete 15 of the last 24 credit hours required while in residence in the TCEM department.

Degree Application A candidate for graduation must file a formal application for the degree with the school one year prior to the expected date of graduation. The school will not be responsible for the timely graduation of students who fail to meet this requirement.

Graduation with Honors Indiana University recognizes high cumulative GPAs by awarding degrees with the designations “Distinction,’’ “High Distinction,’’ and “Highest Distinction.’’ Purdue programs recognize the top 10 percent of graduates with the designations “Distinction’’and “Highest Distinction.’’ The designated individuals are presented honor cords by the dean to be worn at the commencement exercises for IUPUI.

Intercampus Transfers

Temporary To transfer credit for an individual semester or for the summer from one campus to another campus of Indiana University, the student must file a temporary Intercampus Transfer Request with the School of Physical Education Recorder’s Office on the campus currently being attended.

Permanent To transfer permanently from one campus to another campus of Indiana University, the student must file an Intercampus Transfer Request with the School of Physical Education Recorder’s Office on the campus currently being attended. Advance notice is necessary to allow for the transfer of records and the validation of the student’s eligibility to continue studies. Contact the School of Physical Education Records Office for details and deadline dates.

Other Physical Education Department Requirements

Uniforms Physical education students are required to wear uniform shirts and shorts for several professional preparation activity classes. Uniforms may be purchased at the IUPUI Bookstore, located on the lower level of Cavanaugh Hall. White polo shirts and long navy pants are the required attire for physical education majors participating in professional experiences off campus.

Swimming classes require a one-piece bathing suit, and students will be expected to dress for swimming at the first class meeting. Warm-ups or street clothes are appropriate attire for the Student Lounge on the Concourse Level or the office area on the Bridge Level of the Physical Education/Natatorium Building.

Camp Brosius In 1921, the School of Physical Education established Camp Brosius at Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, as a summer training camp for its physical education majors. The camp is currently operated by the Indiana University Alumni Association, but it is used in the months of May and June by the School of Physical Education in Indianapolis. Physical education majors attend Camp Brosius for one 17-day intensive summer session. HPER P271 Individual Sports and HPER R275 Dynamics of Camp Leadership comprise the course work for physical education majors. TCEM 310 Special Events, TCEM 306 Business Planning, and TCEM L291 Food Production Principles Laboratory meet at Camp Brosius. TCEM students complete laboratory requirements during camp. Students are expected to enroll for the required camp session following their first year of attendance at the school. Orientation sessions are held each spring prior to the actual camp session.

Internship Programs in Physical Education, Health, and Recreation

The internship program offers unique options to School of Physical Education students. This program provides one semester of full-time experience consistent with the student’s academic achievement. The student’s academic objectives will be reflected in the career-related assignment.

Student Organizations

The Physical Education Student Organization (PESO) PESO exists to improve the quality of student life. Its activities include assimilating new students into the Department of Physical Education program, representing the school in shaping university-wide policies and activities, helping students attain educational objectives, and promoting participation in student activities. The general membership of the organization is composed of full- or part-time physical education majors.

Phi Epsilon Kappa This professional fraternity was organized in 1913 on the Normal College of the American Gymnastic Union Campus in Indianapolis—the School of Physical Education’s predecessor. It is dedicated to advancing interest in health education, physical education, recreation education, and safety education. It seeks to promote sound community relationships that support physical education programs. Eligibility criteria include a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA earned at IUPUI and participation in professional activities.

IUPUI Moving Company The IUPUI Moving Company is a performing dance company composed of students enrolled at IUPUI. Prospective members audition during the first week of the fall semester, when members and apprentices are taken into the company. Approximately 4-6 hours per week are spent in rehearsals, workshops, lecture-demonstrations, or performances. Members should also be enrolled concurrently in a dance technique class while performing with the company. The repertoire consists of ballet, modern, jazz, and other ethnic dance forms. The IUPUI Moving Company performs on campus, at professional conferences, and for elementary, middle school, and high school audiences.

The Indiana Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance and the American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Students of the Department of Physical Education are encouraged to affiliate with this professional organization’s annual conferences and workshops, a professional journal, and a newsletter are among membership benefits.

Tourism and Hospitality Society The TCEM department sponsors this student organization to expand students’ knowledge about the tourism industry. Site visits and speakers are educational components. Social activities and fundraisers are also planned.

Awards and Scholarships

School Awards and Scholarships

Dean’s Honor List Students in the School of Physical Education are recognized for outstanding academic achievement by having their names placed on the Dean’s List. This award goes to all full-time students who have achieved a semester GPA of 3.3 or better.

Phillip K. Hardwick Scholarship Established in 1998, this scholarship recognizes a student in the School of Physical Education for outstanding community volunteerism or philanthropy.

Department of Physical Education Awards and Scholarships

Dr. Carl B. Sputh Memorial Scholarship These memorial scholarships are presented annually to outstanding juniors enrolled full time in the Department of Physical Education. The candidates are selected by the faculty on the basis of scholastic achievement, character, need, and professional promise in the teaching of physical education.

The Clara L. Hester Scholarship This coveted award is presented in the name of the past director of the Normal College of the American Gymnastic Union. Clara Hester served the school for 44 years; the award was established in 1978 to honor her. It is given to a full-time student majoring in physical education who has satisfied the academic criteria at the completion of the junior year. The recipient must use the award for academic programs in the Department of Physical Education at IUPUI.

The Lola L. Lohse Scholarship This scholarship is presented annually to a minority student who is majoring in physical education. The basis for the selection is involvement in extracurricular activities, student leadership, participation in professional organizations, and evidence of self-help in obtaining a college education. Selection is made by the faculty.

The William A. Stecher Honor Award An outstanding graduating senior from the Department of Physical Education is recognized annually at the commencement reception with this award. The candidate is selected by the faculty on the basis of scholarship, level of performance in physical activities, professional attitude, character, leadership, and service.

Phi Epsilon Kappa Scholarship Key Award These awards are presented to undergraduate physical education majors who are outstanding scholars. The awards are of unique distinction and attest to the academic excellence of the students in the Department of Physical Education.

The Department of Physical Education Faculty Award The faculty presents this award to a graduating senior as a vote of confidence in a promising future in the profession. The award is based on scholarship performance, professional attitude toward physical education as a career, and service to the Department, university, and community.

Dr. Hitwant Sidhu Scholarship This scholarship honors an undergraduate physical education major with a GPA of 2.5 or higher who participates in voluntary service to the community, profession, education, or university.

Peg Hope Scholarship This scholarship is awarded to a student with a GPA of 2.5 or higher who demonstrates financial need and who has worked to defray the cost of his or her education.

Department of Tourism, Conventions, and Event Management Scholarships

Max M. Shapiro Restaurant Excellence Scholarship This scholarship recognizes an outstanding student and leader. Selection criteria include scholarship, potential for leadership in hospitality management, and commitment to the department and student organizations.

American Hotel Foundation Scholarship This scholarship is awarded to a student who has demonstrated potential for leadership in hospitality management, has a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, and has financial need.

Raymond A. Dault Care, Pride, and Skill Scholarship In recognition of Raymond Dault’s leadership of the TCEM department and his devotion to students, two annual awards are given. One recipient is the freshman student who has earned the highest GPA. The second recipient is the student with the highest GPA on completion of the associate degree.

Elias and Fofo Stergiopoulos Scholarship This scholarship award goes to a full-time student in good academic standing who is currently employed in the hospitality industry and is committed to community service.