University Of Calgary Kinesiology
About University Of Calgary Kinesiology
Faculty of Kinesiology, located in the University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. No. 1 sport science school in North America, No. 7 globally.
University Of Calgary Kinesiology Description
The Faculty of Kinesiology, at the University of Calgary is a fully accredited, internationally recognized biomechanics, high performance sport, and human health research hub. The Faculty is home to the Olympic Oval, the Human Performance Lab, the Sport Medicine Centre, University of Calgary Active Living (formerly campus recreation) and Dinos athletics. Our mandate is to lead the way to healthy, active living. The Faculty is in Calgary, Alberta, in the foothills, less than an hour away from the Rocky Mountains. We have a full graduate studies program, including thesis based Masters and PhD programs and a course-based Master of Kinesiology (MKin) program.
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Are you interested in attending the University of Calgary? On Sept. 29 from 10 am to 3 pm there'll be an open house showcasing 40 faculties and service exhibits. Meet faculty members, current students and staff members to get a feel for the university. Great for high school students, mature students, transfer students, or anyone considering education options. Please drop in and see the Faculty of Kinesiology advisors! Register today: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-s…/under graduate/…/open-house
Start your first semester off with a bang at Fall Orientation, two full days of events to introduce you to the campus, your peers and to university level academics. Register at ucalgary.ca/orientation today! #ucalgaryorientation #myucalgary
All first year kinesiology and nursing students at #UCalgary take a human anatomy and physiology course! See what they learn in this video with Dr. Reed Ferber, PhD: http://ow.ly/CVyW30l0F9J
For kinesiology students and graduates looking for a job - local employers shared a few - clinic & office assistant, sport and activity instructors, and a kinesiologist. See the job descriptions here: https://www.ucalgary.ca/knes/news/kinesio logy-student-jobs
“Unhealthy eating is one of the leading risks for death and disability in Canada, but we can change that,” says Dr. Norm Campbell, MD, at #UCalgary. Read more about signing a pledge of support here http://ow.ly/8aHQ30lrbcC
#UCalgary's Dr. Nicole Culos-Reed, PhD co-leads the Alberta Cancer Exercise program that helps those with #cancer (and those recovering from treatments) to improve their quality of life! Fantastic program. She and co-lead Dr. Margaret McNeely from UofA hope to have it available across Alberta. http://ow.ly/rLG130lqOP4
Congratulations Laurent Dubreuil!
Congratulations to Lisa Dixon-Wells! This Kinesiology alumna is the recipient of an Arch Award (Community Commitment). She's an Inspired advocate and facilitator of bullying prevention in schools and amateur sports. We celebrate her achievements on Sept. 8. Join us! #ArchAwards #ucalgaryalumni http://ow.ly/8X5h30l7xWw
If you are an active person looking for a job at the UCalgary campus this fall - see the recreation jobs available in Active Living!
Dr. Reed Ferber, PhD, is using wearable sensors to find solutions for health!
Kinesiology students/grads: The Glencoe Club Fitness Center is looking for a part time fitness consultant, preferably with 2 years post-secondary education in kinesiology or a certified personal fitness trainer. See the job description here: https://bit.ly/2OqJE0U
Hal and Joanne are coming to #UCalgary! Maybe you remember their #BodyBreak health and fitness tips on TV? (Keep fit and have fun!) Or from Amazing Race Canada? Join them for brunch and health tips 9:30-11 a.m., Sept. 9 during #UCalgaryAlumni Weekend. Adults $5 – Free for kids and UCalgary students https://www.ucalgary.ca/alumniweekend/sch edule…
March with courage & pride. #UCalgary staff, faculty & students: walk with us at the @CalgaryPride Parade on Sept. 2. Register here: https://bit.ly/2LK3tn5
JOB for Knes students: Northern Hills Sport Physiotherapy in Country Hills is looking for a Physiotherapist Aide/Admin to assist physiotherapists with treatments and for reception. Afternoons (2 or 3 to 9:30 pm) training provided. Contact: admin@northernhillsphysio.com
Kinesiology student Karys Hildebrand spends the summer learning more about paediatric cancers through the Markin undergrad research program at #UCalgaryhttp://ow.ly/JAa030lkmbg