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Graduation 2020

Graduation 2020

A Message of Congratulations from the Director of the School of Kinesiology, Robert Boushel   This page recognizes all the outstanding and resilient students who have received either a Bachelor, Master or PhD degree. Please Scroll down to see the list of student award winners. Congratulations go to the following Undergraduate Students for receiving their […]

In Memoriam: Phyllis Barbara ‘Bim’ Schrodt – UBC will hold a flag lowering in her honour.

In Memoriam: Phyllis Barbara ‘Bim’ Schrodt – UBC will hold a flag lowering in her honour.

It is with great sadness that the School of Kinesiology, Faculty of Education announces the passing away of Emerita, Phyllis Barbara ‘Bim’ Schrodt (1929-2020) at the age of 91. Dr. Schrodt played field hockey and swam for UBC during the late 1940s, graduating in 1951 and earning her Bachelor of Physical Education. She taught in […]

June 9th, Tuesday: Assessing and training Perceptual skills in hitting sports

June 9th, Tuesday: Assessing and training Perceptual skills in hitting sports

  Dr Müller’s presentation will discuss the importance of visual anticipation and decision-making to expert performance in sports. His presentation will be structured into three parts. Part one, will make the case for why anticipation and decision-making are vital in order to guide action in high-speed sports skills. Part two, will outline how anticipation and […]

Experiential Learning: Lessons in Community from the Musqueam

Experiential Learning: Lessons in Community from the Musqueam

Kin 489B is a fascinating course because of its blended learning format. Students are encouraged to apply the theoretical knowledge learned in class to real-world issues facing Indigenous communities in the form of experiential learning placements. Within these placements, students gain a greater understanding of the complexities of healthy living within Indigenous communities. Effective partnership […]

Active Kids online – Kids Fit Program

Active Kids online – Kids Fit Program

Kids Fit is May 12-June 18, 2025 Registration now open! Join coaches from UBC’s School of Kinesiology for an afternoon program that combines fitness and fun! Kids Fit is an annual physical activity initiative jointly offered by Active Kids and UBC Inspired (part of Campus + Community Planning). For over a decade, Kids Fit has been dedicated to […]

Competition for 2019-2020 KIN Scholarships, Awards & Prizes is now open – Deadline May 27

Competition for 2019-2020 KIN Scholarships, Awards & Prizes is now open – Deadline May 27

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!

2020 Mentorship Program Virtual Wrap-up Event 

2020 Mentorship Program Virtual Wrap-up Event 

  The School of Kinesiology transformed its annual Mentorship Program Wrap-up event into a safe virtual meet-up in spite of the COVID-19 outbreak. Mentors and mentees celebrated the completion of this year’s program online, on March 31st, 2020 by discussing changes– the different ways in which students and alumni have pivoted in their work, academic, […]

Indigenous Studies in Kinesiology Event Cancellations due to COVID-19

Indigenous Studies in Kinesiology Event Cancellations due to COVID-19

Indigenous Studies in Kinesiology, COVID-19 Update: Dr. Miles, Associate Researcher in the Indigenous Studies of Kinesiology program, is the founder and volunteer Executive Director of the Indigenous Physical Activity and Cultural Circle (IPACC), which runs the annual Active Spirit 2km and 5km walk and run. Due to the pandemic, IPACC has made the difficult decision […]

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 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 […]