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Active Kids launches new virtual intro to gymnastics classes for 4 to 6-year olds on April 29
Active Kids launches new virtual intro to gymnastics classes for 4 to 6-year olds on April 29th. Click here to join the live stream. We are currently planning future sessions and would like your feedback. Please complete this short survey so we can offer classes based on your preferred activities and schedules. These online gymnastics […]
Averill, Michael
BHK 2006, Musician
Michael Averill is recognized as a KIN Community Champion who is utilizing his creativity to uplift us and bring us together in community, in the face of the social isolation of COVID. He demonstrates leadership and service by offering free, live online performances and jam sessions for everyone to participate in and express their feelings through music!
Competition for 2019-2020 KIN Scholarships, Awards & Prizes is now open
Information regarding eligibility criteria, application process and available scholarships, awards and prizes is now available here. Additional questions may be emailed to kin.scholarships.awards@ubc.ca The deadline date for application online is Wednesday, May 27th, 2020 at 11:59pm. Get started on your application and reference letters today, and good luck to all applicants!
Amit Sekhon
5th year Kinesiology, Interdisciplinary Stream
Amit demonstrates true altruism. Recognizing the need for healthy coping habits during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, he took the initiative to provide free online home workouts for people to follow.
Shaena Randles
4th year Kinesiology, Interdisciplinary Stream
Shaena went above and beyond to adapt core facilitation skills for PASS, and devised a novel, virtual study session. She was able to quickly transition an engaging learning system online in order to help other students’ academic success. In a time where social isolation is mandatory, she made sure that fellow students didn’t miss this learning opportunity.
Sam Vila
4th year Kinesiology, Health Science Stream
Sam’s passion for anatomy and physiology led him to volunteer for the Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) to help other students practice the skills necessary for success. When COVID-19 hit, he worked quickly to innovate and bring PASS to an online system to ensure continued support and success amongst his peers.
BC Diabetes Research Network Podcast: From Beta Cells to Bicycles with Dr.Robert Boushel
Episode 5: Dr Robert Boushel Professor and Director, School of Kinesiology, Faculty of Education, University of British Columbia Host Krista Lamb is joined by BC Diabetes Research Network researcher and UBC professor Dr. Robert Boushel, whose research focuses on the effects of exercise on diabetes and other metabolic syndromes. He describes his systems-wide approach to […]
Ava Katz
Ava rouses us to think beyond ourselves. She is a model of kindness to others and serves as the kind of leader who takes initiative to reach out to help those who are more vulnerable and who need assistance at this challenging time.
Parelkar, Soham
Graduating year: 2018
Degree: BKin
During his undergraduate studies, rather than sticking to physical health-focused electives, Soham chose diverse topics such as biomedical ethics, history, and global nutrition. Soham believes that the option to pick wide-ranging courses in the kinesiology program enhanced his experience in two primary ways.
Abele, Natalie
Graduating year: 2015
Degree: BKin
Notably, she successfully managed the implementation of a foundational inclusion training called All Youth Matter. The program was developed by viaSport to equip sport and recreation leaders to make a difference in the lives of diverse youth in their community, and has now been delivered to over 1200 participants in more than 65 workshops around BC.
From 1975 through 1986 Shelley was a member of Canada’s National team – her 12 years being the most of any BC woman in this sport.