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 […]
Dr. Carolyn McEwen awarded the Killam Teaching Prize
In recognition of her outstanding commitment to education, Dr. Carolyn McEwen has been awarded the prestigious 2023/2024 Killam Teaching Prize. This award, presented annually by the Killam Endowment Fund, celebrates faculty members who exhibit excellence in teaching, as nominated by students, colleagues, and alumni. Dr. McEwen’s dedication to teaching, research, and community service sets her […]
Dr. David Wright Secures CIHR Grant for Novel Antipsychotic Side Effects Study
Dr. David Wright, in partnership with Dr. Margaret Hahn from the University of Toronto, has secured a significant grant from the Canadian Institute of Health Research (CIHR) for their project titled “Targeting the Exercise-Inducible Signalling Factor FGF21 as a Novel Approach to Alleviate the Side Effects of Antipsychotics.” This initiative addresses a pressing need within […]
KIN Student Leadership Breakfast 2024
The School of Kinesiology held its annual 2023-24 Student Leadership Recognition and Awards Breakfast on April 5, 2024 at the Jack Poole Hall, Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre. Student Engagement Officer, Emily Speidel hosted the event, featuring an address by the School’s Director, Robert Boushel. These awards celebrate the exceptional contributions of Kinesiology students throughout […]
Acharya, Talisa
Student Advising Assistant
Kim, Hyosub
Assistant Professor
UBC KIN celebrates largest graduating class in history
After crossing the stage on May 25, 2023, UBC Kinesiology graduates were joined by faculty, staff, friends, and family to celebrate and recognize their outstanding achievements at the School’s reception, held at Sage Bistro. The class of 2023 is the largest in KIN history, with 303 undergraduate students and 29 graduate students (MKin, MSc, PhD) […]
UBC Walking Club Volunteer
UBC Walking Club is looking for volunteers! The club is a passion project that started with seniors from the UBC community. Each week, the group gets together and walks for 1-1.5 hours. This is a great volunteer opportunity for individuals looking for in person experience working with a vulnerable population in an exercise capacity. We […]