Remembrance Day 2024 at the War Memorial Gym
The War Memorial Gym holds a special place in the history of the UBC School of Kinesiology and the university community as a whole. Built in 1951 to honor the memory of UBC students, alumni, and faculty who served and sacrificed during both World Wars, the gym stands as a symbol of resilience, remembrance, and […]
In Memoriam: Emeritus, Dr. Jack Taunton
Dear Members of the School, It is with great sadness that I write to inform you that Dr. Jack Taunton passed away yesterday. Jack was an Emeritus Professor at UBC, jointly appointed in the School of Kinesiology, Faculty of Education and the Division of Sports and Exercise Medicine, Department of Family Practice, and Faculty of Medicine. […]
Dr. Sara Kramers to receive Young Scientist Award
Dr. Sara Kramers, a post-doctoral fellow at UBC School of Kinesiology, will be honored with the Young Scientist Award in the Sport Psychology category at the upcoming Canadian Society for Psychomotor Learning and Sport Psychology Conference in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Dr. Kramer’s doctoral research focused on the developing critical praxes of competitive sport coaches, specifically their […]
National Postdoc Appreciation Week
This week (September 16 – 20 2024), we celebrate National Postdoc Appreciation Week and recognize the incredible contributions of our Kinesiology Postdoctoral Fellows! Their dedication, hard work, and groundbreaking research continue to make a lasting impact in our field. Please join us in showing appreciation for our postdocs: We are deeply grateful for your scholarship, […]
UBC School of Kinesiology Embraces Indigenous Initiatives with Student-Led Project
The School of Kinesiology is pleased to highlight the remarkable work being done by students in KIN484: Advanced Seminar in Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity, and Health taught by Dr. Janice Forsyth. This past semester, a standout project titled “Echoes of History, Seeds of Change: Understanding the Land Acknowledgement and Its Role in Moving Forward” has […]
Dr. Shannon Herrick receives Early Career Researcher Award
Dr. Shannon Herrick, a post-doctoral fellow at UBC School of Kinesiology, has been honored with the Early Career Researcher Award at the International Conference for Qualitative Research in Sport and Exercise. Dr. Herrick’s research focuses on power systems within health and physical activity contexts, addressing issues of heterosexism, cissexism, and sexism. Collaborating with diverse LGBTQ2S+ […]
UBC School of Kinesiology Alumni and Students Set to Shine at Paris 2024 Olympics
The UBC School of Kinesiology is proud to announce that several of our alumni and current students will be competing and coaching at the Paris 2024 Olympics. This prestigious event will see our representatives showcasing their skills and dedication on the global stage, highlighting the strength and excellence fostered within our community. Here are the […]
Dr. Liv Yoon awarded the New Frontiers in Research Fund: 2023 International Joint Initiative for Research in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation
Congratulations to Dr. Liv Yoon, awarded the New Frontiers in Research Fund for Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Dr. Liv Yoon and her team have been honored with the 2023 New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) International Joint Initiative for Research in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation. Their project, “Addressing Intersecting Crises: Climate, Housing, and […]
Dr. Robert Boushel awarded funding from Vancouver Foundation for his work with CHANGE BC
Dr. Robert Boushel has received a prestigious award totalling $320,000 in support of his work with the UBC School of Kinesiology Student Trainees and Indigenous Community Preceptors in Team-Based Primary Care with CHANGE BC. This commendation, facilitated by the Vancouver Foundation through the Development and Alumni Engagement Office of the Faculty of Education, celebrates the collaborative efforts […]
Matthew Fliss awarded the Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award
Congratulations to Matthew Fliss, a Doctoral student in the School of Kinesiology, who was awarded the Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award for his oustanding professionalism, mentorship, and teaching skills! The UBC Killam Teaching Assistant Award is rewarded to individuals who have met certain criteria, and who truly excel in their fields, bringing fresh and creative teaching methods to […]