Exercise Science

Facilities

Lestle J. Sparks Center

Named for “Mr. Willamette,” one of Oregon’s most beloved sports figures, Lestle J. Sparks ’19, this multi-purpose sports facility was dedicated in 1974, then renovated and expanded in 1995. The Lestle J. Sparks Center houses the Department of Exercise Science, including faculty offices, the Currey classroom, and the Honors classroom. Additionally, the Sparks Center houses the campus exercise facilities: mirrored multi-purpose room, racquetball courts, swimming pool, Fitness Center with weight-training and cardio equipment, Cone Field House and Henkle Gymnasium. Sparks Center is shared with the Department of Athletics. [Sparks Center hours]

Gatke Hall

Built originally as the Salem Post Office in 1903 and moved intact in 1938 to its present location on campus, Gatke Hall now houses the Exercise Science Integrated Lab among other university program facilities.

Olin Science Center

Dedicated in 1996, the F.W. Olin Science Center houses the departments of biology and chemistry. The Exercise Science Physiology Lab is housed in Olin Science Center and shared with biology and physics.

Collins Science Center

Built in 1941 through a grant from Everell Stanton Collins, E.S. Collins Hall was expanded in 1962, then renovated in 1981 and again in 1996. In addition to other university science programs, Collins Science Center now houses the Exercise Science Anatomy Lab.