Events
Discover. Connect. Be Inspired.
From groundbreaking research to community celebration of physical activity, the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation hosts events that spark curiosity, collaboration, and connection.
Whether you’re joining a KSR Speaker Series lecture, hearing from an international Visiting Scholar, exploring student innovation at KSR Research Day, reflecting on meaning and wellbeing through the Leisure & Recreation Lecture Series, or celebrating inclusive sport with The Steadward Centre, each event invites you to engage with ideas shaping how we live, move, and thrive.
Explore upcoming events below and be part of our community of discovery.
Event Series
Speaker Series
The KSR Speaker Series invites faculty researchers and thought leaders to share their latest work and ideas on sport, recreation, health, wellbeing and society. Each talk offers a window into the innovative research and diverse perspectives shaping the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation. Join us throughout the year to learn, connect, and be inspired.
Most recent talk: Knowing Bodies, April 8, 2026: Dr. Craig Chapman
Visiting Professor Talks
The Visiting Scholar Talks feature researchers and academics from around the world who share their expertise with the KSR community. These talks explore global perspectives on sport, recreation, health, and physical education, fostering collaboration and cross-cultural dialogue. Each session offers a unique opportunity to engage with international leaders advancing knowledge and practice in these fields.
Most recent talk: May 5, 2026: Observation Nation with professor Alan MacEachern
Faculty Research Day
KSR Research Day is an annual celebration of discovery, bringing together undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and faculty to showcase their research. Through posters, presentations, and a keynote by a KSR faculty member, the event fosters collaboration and highlights innovation across the KSR community.
Past event: Friday, Mar. 20, 2026
Research Revealed
Each year, undergraduate students from the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation join peers from across Alberta to take part in Research Revealed, a provincial research conference hosted by a different university each year. Through presentations and posters, students share innovative ideas and new findings with peers, professors, and visiting scholars.
The last Research Revealed was held April 8, 2026, at the University of Calgary
Leisure & Recreation Lecture
This annual endowed lecture series explores how leisure, wellbeing, and human connection shape our lives and communities. Each year, a distinguished guest – ranging from leading researchers and authors to changemakers in sport, wellness, and culture –invites audiences to see the world through a new lens. This event is made possible with generous donor support.
The Steadward Centre events
Throughout the year, The Steadward Centre brings people together through events that showcase inclusive physical activity, celebrate participant achievements, and raise awareness about accessibility in sport and recreation. Explore upcoming events and be part of our community in motion.
Past event: Alberta Adapted Physical Activity Summit | May 7 – May 9, 2026