BodyWorks Volunteer
At UBC BodyWorks you will have the unique opportunity to learn closely with and from other UBC students and staff. Develop and apply your diverse skills and interests through our mentorship program that involves hands on learning. This position will allow you to reflect on your aspirations as well as develop and work toward your […]
UBC high-performance coaches lead athletes at 2023 Canada Games in PEI
The University of British Columbia and the UBC School of Kinesiology established a Masters of High Performance Coaching and Technical Leadership (MHPCTL) 10 years ago to raise the professional standard of coaches in Canada. “We are thrilled to see our graduates and current students leading athletes at the Canada Games in PEI,” said David Hill, […]
Walk for Joy 2023
Walk for Joy is back for 2023! The challenge is is designed to get people moving and reduce sedentary time, and is open to all UBC students, staff, faculty, and community members. Over 9 weeks, participants will accumulate points based on how much they walk, roll or take part in physical activity in teams of […]
Franks, Ian
Professor
Varsity Events Assistant – UBC Athletics & Recreation
Position Title Varsity Events Assistant Employer Name Department of Athletics & Recreation, University of British Columbia Work Term August 15th, 2022 – April 15th, 2023 Remuneration $3750/month Job Summary The Varsity Events Assistant supports the planning, organizing, and executing of varsity games and events on UBC’s Vancouver campus for the UBC Department of Athletics and Recreation. […]
Practice scheduling in pairs
Principle Investigator: Dr. Nicola Hodges Details: The purpose of this study is to investigate the cognitive and behavioural processes involved in motor learning. Specifically, we are interested in how we learn motor skills in the presence (training in pairs) and absence of others (training alone). We will study how people practice and learn a golf […]
Limb and Inspiratory Metaboreflex Activation in Healthy Males and Females
Principle Investigator: Dr. Bill Sheel Details: The primary purpose of the study is to observe the blood pressure response to handgrip exercise and respiratory work between healthy males and females. You can participate in this study if; You are a healthy male or female between the ages of 18-35, do not smoke or vape, have […]
KIN Senior OL Experience: Rebecca Tsow
I volunteered as a senior OL because I am passionate about fostering a warm welcome for new-to-KIN students of varied backgrounds and contexts. Reflecting on when I transferred to KIN as a second-year student, I found that my positive orientation experience helped to replace fear with excitement and affirm that I had made the right […]
KIN Senior OL Experience: Naina Dhiman
Hello everyone! My name is Naina, and I am in my 4th year of the Interdisciplinary KIN stream. I have truly enjoyed studying Kinesiology and am looking forward to what is to come after finishing my degree! I volunteered as a Senior OL to help facilitate a positive and impactful welcome to UBC. The first […]