Dr. Jason Chrapek

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jason Chrapek is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Health and Kinesiology at Purdue University. He serves as the Director of the A.H. Ismail Center for Preventive Lifestyle Medicine, emphasizing wellness, health promotion, and the role of exercise in disease prevention. His expertise includes applied exercise and exercise physiology, as well as the pedagogy of physical and health education. Prior to his role at Purdue, he was an Associate Adjunct Professor of Kinesiology at the University of Indianapolis, where he contributed significantly to student learning and program development. His academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Health Fitness from Purdue University, completed in 2011, and a Master of Science in Clinical Exercise Science from IUPUI in 2015. Jason actively engages in research that explores the intersection of health education, exercise, and well-being, aiming to translate his findings into practical applications for students and the community.

Research Interests

Awards

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Student's Choice Teaching Award

Courses

HK411 - Clinical Applications Health/Fitness Concepts

Requirements for Purdue University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in CS or related field Foundational concepts of computer science Data structures Computer architecture Operating systems Mathematics through differential equations Linear and matrix algebra
Application Checklist
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  • CS Supplementary Form
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.