Read about great UBC KIN students before you and where they are today as alumni
Nickle, Lisa
Graduating year: 1994
Degree: BHK
Since graduation, Lisa, now married with a family, has been a teacher and coach in the Okanagan most recently a learning assistance teacher at a Kelowna elementary school. Her goal while at UBC was to teach physical education to special needs youngsters.
Hansen, Rick
Graduating year: 1986
Degree: BPE
Rick Hansen remains one of UBC’s most renowned graduates as the 1986 Physical Education alumnus’ story has been so well documented. But because this man decided to take on challenges rather than avoid them, fight self-pity and despair and because of his resulting motivational and fund-raising accomplishments, we sometimes overlook the fact Rick was one of Canada’s most remarkable athletes.
Swain, Derek
Graduating year: 1977
Degree: MPE
While a student on campus Derek developed his loyalty to UBC and to Athletics by serving as a co-manager of Thunderbird basketball teams which included the 1969/70 and the 1971/72 teams both inducted into the UBC Sports Hall of Fame. Active on campus, Derek was elected AMS Vice-President and student Senator.
Hunt, Ted
Graduating year: 1957, 1961
Degree: BPE, MPE
In his graduating year Hunt was awarded the Bobby Gaul award as UBC’s athlete of the year at the same time selected the province’s Athlete of the Year. That summer (1957) Hunt tried out with the BC Lions football team and not only made the team but was named the Lions’ Rookie of the Year. The following year, he was selected the team’s Outstanding Canadian Player of the Year.
McNulty, Bill
Graduating year: 1968
Degree: BPE
Bill McNulty is known for service to his community as a teacher, sports aficionado and city councillor. His story begins as a member of the UBC Physical Education (Kinesiology) class graduating in 1968 with a Masters in 1970.
Pomfret, Marilyn (1932-2019)
Graduating year: 1954
Degree: BPE
While teaching and coaching at UBC Marilyn assumed the role of UBC’s women’s athletic director where she became acknowledged as a true “Builder.” Her dedication to the principals of equality and co-operation led to more athletic opportunities for female athletes, more women participating and more equal funding.
Brown, Dylan
Graduating year: 2014
Degree: BKin
Through his terms in co-op, Dylan found an interest in sport management and coordination. Through working in a variety of roles in the sports field, Dylan narrowed his interested to Physical Literacy and positive experiences, specifically for children, in sport. Over time, he moved from a hands-on approach, to a position in management to have a greater positive effect on children and the community.
Hyun Kyung, Kim
Graduating year: 2014
Degree: BKin
Now graduated, Kim will be seeking work as a Kinesiologist while spending a large portion of her time volunteering for organizations dedicated to humanitarian outreach. Her goal is to work for one of those organizations and ultimately work towards resolving and/or preventing global health issues.
Schiebler, Jeff
Graduating year: 1996
Degree: BHK
While leading UBC to championship levels, Jeff in 1995, set UBC, Canada West and CIS national records in the 3,000m. In the 10,000m he achieved the Olympic standard and competed for Canada in that event at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta.
Webster, Joanie
Graduating year:1980
Degree: BPE
One is immediately struck by Joanie Webster’s passion, exuberance and energy. The 1980 Recreation in Education graduate was a “builder” and student leader at UBC from the mid 1970s through 1990, particularly in the areas of Intramurals and Recreation.