The Department of Physical Education, Exercise Science and Wellness (PXW) believes that individuals and society benefit from physical activity. The mission of the Department is to promote enhanced quality of life through participation in physical activity, exercise, and sport for the people of North Dakota and beyond. Specifically this mission is accomplished through:

• The provision of quality teacher education and other professional preparation programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Creative and scholarly activity which leads to discovery and dissemination of professional and disciplinary knowledge
• Contribution of professional expertise and talents as a service to the community, university and profession.