Department of Integrative Health & Exercise Science
About
Whether striving for the undergraduate minors or certificate, graduate-level certificate, or Master of Arts degree in this field, you’ll learn about Eastern and Western approaches to health and well-being from the the Department of Integrative Health & Exercise Science at Georgian Court University. Knowledgeable and approachable faculty offer you a mutual learning experience that is not limited to the cognitive level, but also extends to spiritual, mental, and physical wellness. These programs also develop your skills in critical thinking, communications, and interpersonal relations.
Undergraduate exercise science majors may choose a track in pre-physical therapy and/or a concentration in coaching. GCU also partners with Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia which will accept at least two Georgian Court University students per year who successfully meet all criteria for admission to their Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) program. Graduates of these programs can enjoy careers in universities, corporate settings, and commercial and community settings.
Undergraduate Programs
Coaching
Minor
Exercise Science, Wellness & Sports
Major | Minor
Health Sciences
Major
Integrative Health
Minor
Full-time Faculty
Joshua Burns, N.D., D.C.
Assistant Professor of Integrative Health
Hackensack Meridian Health School of Nursing and Wellness at GCU
Jeffries Hall Room 144
jburns@georgian.edu
732-987-2462
Michael Wortley, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Hackensack Meridian Health School of Nursing and Wellness at GCU
Wellness Center (529)
mwortley@georgian.edu
732-987-2475
Sachiko Komagata, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Integrative Health
Hackensack Meridian Health School of Nursing and Wellness at GCU
Wellness Center (527)
skomagata@georgian.edu
732-987-2663
Vincent C.W. Chen, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Exercise Science
Hackensack Meridian Health School of Nursing and Wellness at GCU
Wellness Center (529)
vchen@georgian.edu
732-987-2494
Events
Experience Tai Chi / Qigong to Reset your Day
Georgian Court University: McAuley Heritage Center 503 Ninth Street, Lakewood, NJ, United StatesTai Chi and Qigong are gentle physical, mental and spiritual practice that anyone can learn. Come join our session led by Dr. Sachiko Komagata at Georgian Court University.
Stroll for Connection
Georgian Court University 503 Ninth Street, Lakewood, NJ, United StatesStroll for Connection is a free, campus walking event at Georgian Court University, and supports intergenerational research.
9th Annual Integrative Health Day Retreat
Georgian Court University: McAuley Heritage Center 503 Ninth Street, Lakewood, NJ, United StatesDate & Time: Saturday, October 21, 2023 10am-3pm Location: The McAuley Heritage Center at Georgian Court University 900 Lakewood Ave., Lakewood, NJ Directions | Campus Map Contribution: $80 (general), $40 (current GCU student) Seating Limited to 40, so please register early Chakra Meditation: Chanting & Alignment with Adrienne Gammal Activate, Align & Balance your Chakras ... Read more
Stroll for Connection
Georgian Court University 503 Ninth Street, Lakewood, NJ, United StatesStroll for Connection is a free, campus walking event at Georgian Court University, and supports intergenerational research.
Stroll for Connection
Georgian Court University 503 Ninth Street, Lakewood, NJ, United StatesStroll for Connection is a free, campus walking event at Georgian Court University, and supports intergenerational research.
Thirteenth Annual Wellness Expo
Georgian Court University 503 Ninth Street, Lakewood, NJ, United StatesGeorgian Court University's annual wellness expo, hosted by the Department of Integrative Health and Exercise Science.
