Three brothers with ties to the University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Kinesiology are leading the way to help create a more inclusive environment where every individual, regardless of their background or abilities, can participate in physical activity and succeed.
Get to know alumnus Dr. Mahdi Rostami (PhD'22).
University of Saskatchewan interim associate provost health, Dr. Adam Baxter-Jones (PhD), recently received the 2024 Tanner Memorial Medal
As he prepares to enter his fourth year in the College of Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), Rylan Wiens returns to campus as an Olympic medallist.
Dr. Keely Shaw (PhD) has done it again.
While Lisa Thomaidis was coaching in a remarkable fourth straight Summer Games, Paris provided the perfect place to make memories to last a lifetime in their first Olympics for fellow University of Saskatchewan (USask) Huskies representatives Jason Reindl and Connor Jay.
Over the past six years, Merlis Belsher Place has been home to the Sport Science and Health Centre, which houses the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Huskie Health and Huskie Strength teams.
From Prince Albert to Paris, and from athlete to athlete-ambassador, Erica Gavel is returning to the Paralympics next month for the first time since competing for Canada in wheelchair basketball in the 2016 Summer Games in Brazil.
Dr. Keely Shaw (PhD) amassed multiple medals and picked up passport stamps from Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Italy and Scotland over the past 12 months as she racked up the frequent flyer miles in preparation for the Paris Paralympics.
University of Saskatchewan (USask) kinesiology students are gaining real-life experience working as part of a health care team at West Winds Primary Health Centre in Saskatoon, SK.
Rylan Wiens’ Olympic journey began in a backyard pool as a fearless three-year-old unafraid to dive right in.
Longtime Huskies assistant coach Connor Jay(BScKIN'17) is heading to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games to join head coach Lisa Thomaidis’ staff as part of Germany’s women’s basketball team.
For the first time since the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, an alumni of the University of Saskatchewan (USask) Huskies track and field team will represent Canada on the world’s biggest stage.
Teaching excellence at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) were celebrated on June 18 as part of the USask Staff and Faculty Awards event.
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has named Dr. Dani Brittain (PhD) as dean of the College of Kinesiology for a five-year term beginning July 1, 2024.
University of Saskatchewan (USask) kinesiology student Grace Hominuke, who achieved an impressive 96.76 percent cumulative average during her undergraduate studies, has been honoured with a Governor General’s Silver Medal.
Each year at the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Spring Convocation ceremony, the College of Kinesiology recognizes its Most Outstanding Graduate and Dean’s Medal Recipient.
Doug Wegren (BSPE'94), a 25-year veteran of the Saskatoon Fire Department, took over on May 17, 2024.
Two graduate students at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) are being recognized with Canada’s most prestigious academic honour, the Governor General’s Gold Medal.
Azmarak Khan, a kinesiology student at the University of Saskatchewan, is looking into if video games burn calories.
The Physical Health and Education(PHE) National Conference brings together physical and health education teachers, physical activity leaders, and sector experts to support their collective goal of all children and youth in Canada living healthy, physically active lives.
Each year, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) recognizes the achievements of Métis, First Nations and Inuit students, staff, faculty and alumni during Indigenous Achievement Week (IAW). They hold a celebration to celebrate the award winners and highlight their achievements.
Doris Wesaquate is many things: a kinesiology PhD student, grandmother of 17, mother of four, and a daughter, among others. Now she is also an Indigenous Student Achievement Award winner at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
Each year, RBC Training Ground makes its way across Canada to find their next Olympic athletes. The program will make its only Saskatchewan stop at the Physical Activity Complex(PAC) at the University of Saskatchewan(USask) on April 27, 2024.
The Don Bailey Lecture Series honours and commemorates the work of Dr. Don Bailey, an internationally acclaimed visionary.
The puck is set to drop on the 2024 GFL U SPORTS Women's Hockey Championship presented by Connect Energy on March. 14 from the state-of-the-art Merlis Belsher Place in Saskatoon, SK.
New Occupational Health Committees making a difference at USask.
University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Kinesiology lecturer and alumnus Shannon Forrester said it provided her with a sense of accountability to commit to and engage in sustainability in teaching and learning.
Tapping into global expertise and diverse perspectives is key for bringing about innovative solutions to difficult problems.
Get to know alumnus, Blair Healey(BScKIN’06, MSc’10) and how his Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in kinesiology have helped him thrive in his career.
The KIN Life – Learn, Work, Play is a College of Kinesiology initiative designed to create outstanding experiential learning opportunities for Kinesiology Students, and other students actively involved in programs administered by the College of Kinesiology.
Paul Rogal(BSPE’88) has announced that he is stepping away from his role of Director of USask Rec and entering a new phase of his life, retirement.
This year, the college is excited to present the Friend of the College Award to Mr. Derek Rope.
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mark Tennant.
SASKATOON, SK - Huskie Athletics is proud to celebrate the achievements of their student-athletes.
You could say a little “love” is being shown to the tennis courts sitting behind the Education building on the University of Saskatchewan campus.
17 graduates from the class of 1983 brought back the 80’s on September 22-23, 2023 at Louis’ on campus.
The College of Kinesiology invites you to a speaking event with Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan Mary Culbertson.
A University of Saskatchewan (USask) post-doctoral fellowship is supporting the research of vascular health in congenital heart disease.
The Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal (Saskatchewan) was created to celebrate the 70th anniversary year of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Accession to the Throne, which began on February 6, 2022.
Young Innovators: "Educators must build up a child’s competence and confidence with simpler tasks before progressing to more challenging tasks.”
A father and son with Saskatchewan roots love to help athletes achieve their goals — and they're really good at it. Both men have helped high-level athletes bring home hardware and win championships.
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Dr. Donald (Don) Bailey.
Teaching excellence at the University of Saskatchewan will be celebrated on June 14 as part of the USask Staff and Faculty Awards event
Each year at the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Spring Convocation ceremony, the College of Kinesiology recognizes its Most Outstanding Graduate and Dean’s Medal Recipient.
SASKATOON – Canada is facing an inactivity crisis. Daily physical activity is on the decline and preventable illness is on the rise. That’s why the University of Saskatchewan (USask) and the University of Regina (U of R) are combining forces to launch a new province-wide physical activity pilot initiative called the Physical Activity Hub.
One in five people in Saskatchewan experiences chronic pain. A physical activity and pain management initiative aims to meet their needs.
CIHR and Heart and Stroke supported critical research to develop gender-appropriate care that is culturally relevant and safe.
