Dr. Kara Palmer

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kara Palmer is an Assistant Professor in the School of Kinesiology at the University of Michigan. Her research focuses on child movement, physical activity, and developmental health, specifically examining how interventions can support the development of fundamental motor skills in young children. With a strong commitment to early childhood development, she emphasizes the critical period between ages 3 to 7 for implementing strategies that promote positive health trajectories. As a Clinical Assistant Professor in Applied Exercise Science and Associate Program Chair, she is dedicated to engaging students in the science of motor behavior and creating opportunities for experiential learning.

Research Interests

Courses

Principles of Motor Behavior Special Topics in Applied Exercise Science Kinesiology Study Abroad Scientific Writing Experimental Course

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science