Kinesiology - ULethbridge Stories

Haley Dennis - School of Graduate Studies Medal of Merit, Master of Science

Haley Dennis (MSc '23) began her master's at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. She persevered through the resulting challenges to complete her degree and be awarded the Graduate Studies Silver Medal of Merit.

Q&A with Spring 2023 graduate Keegan Brantner

Keegan Brantner (MA '23 (BA '21) led the Pronghorns Women's Rugby Team as a tenacious competitor, earning Canada West All-Star and playing through injuries. A selfless role model on and off the field, Keegan earned a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology before returning to pursue graduate studies.

Kinesiology student Leeza Voyevoda is living a dream during her Semester at Sea

In her final year of kinesiology at ULethbridge, Leeza Voyevoda decided to throw caution to the wind and take part in Semester at Sea. She has met people from all around the world with perspectives that have enhanced her own while exploring courses that pique her interest.

Shining Student Dillon Apsassin (BA '22)

Awards and bursaries have allowed Shining Student Dillon Apsassin to focus more on school and family while creating a more peaceful academic environment. This gift of time and resource has provided opportunities for independent studies where Dillon could further explore his Indigenous culture.

Gaining hands-on research experience: Alex Engel

Kinesiology and psychology student Alex Engel got the amazing opportunity to spend his summer working with Dr. Paige Pope on her current research Move More, Sit Less.

Meet Shining Student Walker English, Pii-taa Kyaa-tsis

Fourth-year kinesiology student Walker English didn't have far to go when he chose ULethbridge as he grew up thirty minutes down highway three in Fort Macleod. Walker appreciates the strong sense of community found on campus.

Deng Dak - Pronghorn Basketball

"It’s means a lot. It’s a month where I can actually sit and reflect on the trials and tribulations that people that look just like me went through."

Moreau Darlington - Pronghorn Basketball

"Keep pushing, no matter your current situation. Keep pushing, keep believing, keep showing up every day no matter the outcome eventually it pays off in more way than you can imagine."

Bawo Ewowo - Pronghorn Track and Field

"To me Black History Month is about the recognition and celebration of Black people who have contribution to society."

Samani Bhusumane - Pronghorn Track & Field

"I wish people knew the greatness of the black culture and communities."

Dr. Jon Doan (PhD '06), associate professor, Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education

Dr. Jon Doan works hard and plays hard. He teaches biomechancs and conducts research in Parkinson's disease and biomechanics and, off the job, stays active through sports and volunteering.

On Becoming a Teacher: "My culture gives me a unique outlook that influences my daily experiences," Bari Ipaa

“It is important for me to retain a connection to my cultural heritage because there is so much beauty and richness in it,” says Faculty of Education student, Bari Ipaa.

Tackling Racial Underrepresentation in Majority White Schools: Deema Abushaban (BSc/BEd ’21)

“I was the only person of colour with a level of authority in the school. When they [female Muslim students] told me they couldn’t speak to anyone else, I realized the detriments of underrepresentation are very, very great,” says Deema Abushaban (BSc/BEd ’21).

Shining graduate - Antoine Gendron (BSc (Co-op) '21)

Through liberal education, Antoine grew into his role as a global citizen and developed trans-disciplinary approaches to critical thinking.

Congratulations to the Class of 2021 from the Faculty of Arts & Science

Congratulations to the class of 2021! We wish you all the best of luck in your future endeavours and can't wait to see what you do next. We are so proud of you! #ulethgrad2021 #ulethalumni

Emily Demyen (BA '18) Uses her uLethbridge Experience to Create Belonging for Others

Emily Demyen (BA '18) is a diligent and persistent worker. Finding moments of mindfulness throughout the day is essential to her and a skill she honed throughout her eight-month co-op work term, applied and independent studies at the U of L, before beginning her professional career.

The Global Citizenship Cohort and Co-op Opportunities Inspired Antoine Gendron to Create Environmental Change

After his final project in the GCC, Antoine was invited to sit as a board member on the Oldman Watershed Council from June 2017 until June 2019. He founded the Earth Day Symposium, an event that continues four years later, as well as having completed a sixteen-month co-op at Agri-Food Canada.

Students receive commemorative coins recognizing their contribution to the advancement of gender equity

Professor Ilsa Wong brought her students a meaningful learning experience last fall, with seven students from her class awarded commemorative coins recognizing their contributions to the advancement of gender equality.

Dr. Claudia Gonzalez (MSc '00, PhD '04)

"Science is not a matter of opinion nor of personal choice. Science is universal, it is the human attempt to understand and explain nature."

Wellness is Keeping Active, Both Mentally and Physically: Brae Clowes

When given the chance to practice her approach to wellness in teaching, Brae Clowes was up for the challenge. "Every Tuesday we post TikTok Challenges to encourage movement and also put a smile on students’ faces during this difficult time."

PUBlic Professor Series presents Dr. Carly Adams

Kinesiology professor, Dr. Carly Adams, shares her research as part of the PUBlic Professor Series along with a live Q&A (recorded in summer 2020) on the importance of oral history and lived experiences during the COVID-19 Pandemic.