On March 13, 2026, the Kinesiology Undergraduate Advising Office marked a milestone with its first in-person Kinesiology Undergraduate Research Symposium, hosted in the newly opened Gateway Health Building. The event brought together undergraduate students, faculty, staff, and alumni to celebrate the depth and diversity of research within the kinesiology community.
This year’s symposium featured a concise and engaging Three Minute Thesis (3MT) format, where 15 undergraduate presenters each had just three minutes to share their research and its impact. The fast-paced structure challenged students to distill complex ideas into clear, accessible insights—highlighting not only the quality of their work, but also their communication skills.
Presentations spanned a wide range of topics, from biomechanics and exercise physiology to health promotion and rehabilitation sciences. Throughout the day, attendees had the opportunity to engage with presenters, ask questions, and explore how classroom learning translates into real-world research applications.
For many students, the event represented more than just an academic showcase—it was a chance to share months of work with peers and mentors in a supportive, in-person environment. The energy in the Gateway Health Building reflected that excitement, as conversations continued well beyond each presentation.
Congratulations to the following student presenters:
- Abaigeal Kelso
- Sydney Cormack
- Rojina Nariman
- Nardine Estawro
- Molly Strain
- Yasmeen Jalil
- Kyra McKinnon
- James Gao
- Lauren Poliquin
- Harjas Walia
- Felix Chong
- Erika Laurence
- Bailey Perin
- Cyanea Zheng
- Carson Wong
A special thanks to the Kinesiology Undergraduate Advising office and Jessika Baroi for organizing this event.
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