Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation

Learn more about the undergraduate programs available through the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation.

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The Faculty offers professional education opportunities including four graduate-level certificates in sport, coaching, and recreation.

Stroke survivor finds sanctuary and healing at the Steadward Centre

As the Steadward Centre approaches its 45th milestone, Evan Mudryk reflects on his evolution since suffering a stroke – attributing his newfound voice to a community that builds strong connections.
Have you met … Liane Jean?

Assistant lecturer in the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation
U of A researchers work to see if diet and exercise can lead to Type 2 diabetes remission

A team led by Dr. Normand Boulé (Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation) is looking at the effectiveness of combining diet and exercise to stop disease progression or put it into remission.
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Edmonton researcher studies the beautiful game in Australia

We hear about a FIFA project that aims to help female soccer players train better.
Study explores recreationalist behaviour on unofficial Kananaskis trails

Elizabeth Halpenny says the field survey will reveal some of the social sciences behind why people use unofficial trails.
Will the Matildas and Football Ferns have a home ground advantage?

A home advantage is often touted by sports fans, the media, coaches and athletes, and data suggests it’s a real phenomenon. But a host nation team hasn’t won the Women’s World Cup since the United States back in 1999.
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