USask MD student’s cancer research is personal for former Huskie
Brianna Andrews has compiled a truly remarkable resume during her time at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
Outstanding USask alumni honoured with achievement awards
This year’s recipients will be celebrated at the annual awards gala on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025, at Remai Modern
Alumni Profile: Samson LaMontagne (BSKI'08)
It was basketball that brought Samson LaMontagne from Regina to the College of Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan. It was basketball and a degree that instilled in him some important life lessons. And it was a degree and the Saskatchewan Urban Native Teacher Education Program (SUNTEP) that set him on a path teaching and protecting the Michif language in this province and beyond.
USask team wins first national College Ethics Bowl
Eight top teams from across Canada grappled with ethical issues at the Toronto event.
USask honours educators for teaching excellence and innovation
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is recognizing 18 faculty and staff members with 19 awards for excellence and innovation in teaching at this year’s USask Faculty and Staff Awards event.
Kinesiology graduate, faculty and staff awarded RCE-SK Education for Sustainable Development Recognition Award.
Recent graduate, Kit Stern (BSKI’25) and mentors earned the recognition through her practicum project called GOLDEN.
Governor General’s Silver Medal Presented to USask Kinesiology Graduate
A University of Saskatchewan (USask) kinesiology student who achieved an impressive 97.02 per-cent cumulative average during his undergraduate studies has been honoured with a Governor General’s Silver Medal.
Robertson and Dmytruk earn major kinesiology 2025 grad awards
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. This year, the college is proud to award the Most Outstanding Graduate to Kirstyn Robertson and the Dean’s Medal to Spencer Dmytruk.
Recreational Inclusivity at USask Rec
USask Rec is the focal point for recreation and physical activity on campus and has continued to create more inclusive programs each year. But there is one program that has been around since 1992: the Physical Activity for Active Learning (PAAL).
Researchers look to improve exercise opportunities for people living with chronic neurological conditions in Saskatchewan
With over 100,000 people in Saskatchewan living with chronic neurological conditions, five researchers connected with community members to promote opportunities for regular exercise to help people manage symptoms, support recovery and improve their quality of life.
Indigenous Achievement Award winner: Destiny Fiddler
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).
College of Kinesiology Research Showcase 2025
Join us for a Celebration of Research from Ideas to Application from March 28 - April 4, 2025 in the Physical Activity Complex.
Dr. Foulds wins award for Research, Scholarly, and Artistic Works(RSAW)
A new faculty award has been created in the College of Kinesiology that aims to annually recognize and celebrate the outstanding research, scholarly achievements, and community-based impact.
USask professor receives a CIHR grant of $1 million to study the impact of Métis-specific spaces on the health and wellness of Métis women and Two-Spirit/Indigiqueer people
University of Saskatchewan (USask) researcher, Dr. Heather Foulds is the Co-Investigator on a CIHR-funded (Canadian Institutes of Health Research) project led by Dr. Lucy Delgado and Dr. Laura Forsythe, alongside Dr. Michelle Driedger.
USask researchers investigating benefits of pea-based milk versus dairy
We've all been told that milk makes your bones stronger, but a new University of Saskatchewan (USask) research project is exploring whether some kinds of milk could be better for bone strength than others.
Dr. Ferguson awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal
Dr. Leah Ferguson is one of 30,000 individuals in the country to receive the King Charles III Coronation Medal as a renowned and committed researcher who has advanced the knowledge and evidence-base for the promotion of physical activity in Canada.
Kinesiology student leads startup of Black Students Mentorship Association at USask
University of Saskatchewan (USask) fourth-year kinesiology student Sophia Abiara has taken the lead on launching a brand-new association on campus dedicated to providing a space for Black students to meet with Black mentors.
Lavallee’s legacy enshrined in Canada West Hall of Fame
Jacqueline Lavallee continues to etch her name in the Huskies history books, this time as a Canada West Hall of Famer.
Four USask educators recognized for heightening student experiences
Lieutenant Governor’s Post-Secondary Teaching Award winners selected from across campus.
The leaders behind the Future Fit Foundation
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.
Alumni Feature: Dr. Mahdi Rostami (PhD'22)
Get to know alumnus Dr. Mahdi Rostami (PhD'22).
USask leader and researcher honoured in Portugal with career recognition award
University of Saskatchewan interim associate provost health, Dr. Adam Baxter-Jones (PhD), recently received the 2024 Tanner Memorial Medal
PATH TO PARIS: Wiens returns to USask with Olympic 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.
PATH TO PARIS: USask alum earns bronze medal at Paralympics
Dr. Keely Shaw (PhD) has done it again.
PATH TO PARIS: USask, Huskie Athletics well represented at Olympics
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.
Huskie Health: The team behind the team
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.
PATH TO PARIS: Gavel’s travels take USask alum back to Paralympics
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.
PATH TO PARIS: USask alum Shaw ready to race in Paralympics
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.
Kinesiology students bring impact to West Winds Primary Health Centre
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.
PATH TO PARIS: USask kinesiology student seeks Olympic medal
Rylan Wiens’ Olympic journey began in a backyard pool as a fearless three-year-old unafraid to dive right in.
PATH TO PARIS: Jay joins Thomaidis’ German Olympic team staff
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.
PATH TO PARIS: Former Huskie Harrison finally clears Olympic hurdle
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.
USask honours 2024 teaching award winners
Teaching excellence at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) were celebrated on June 18 as part of the USask Staff and Faculty Awards event.
USask Kinesiology welcomes new dean
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.
USask kinesiology graduate awarded Governor General’s Silver Medal
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.
Hominuke and Mital earn major kinesiology 2024 grad awards
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 names 25-year SFD veteran, U of S alum Doug Wegren new fire chief
Doug Wegren (BSPE'94), a 25-year veteran of the Saskatoon Fire Department, took over on May 17, 2024.
Advancing health science: A look at USask’s 2024 Governor General’s Gold Medal recipients
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.
Do we burn calories while playing video games?
Azmarak Khan, a kinesiology student at the University of Saskatchewan, is looking into if video games burn calories.
Physical Health and Education (PHE) National Conference hosted at USask
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.
Indigenous Achievement Award Winner: Zach Lomsnes
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.
Life-long learner’s motto to ‘love one another’ serves her well
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).
Canada’s future Olympians coming to the PAC for RBC Training Ground
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 2024
The Don Bailey Lecture Series honours and commemorates the work of Dr. Don Bailey, an internationally acclaimed visionary.
A hockey National title is within arm’s reach for 10 kinesiology student-athletes.
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.
It pays to be prepared
New Occupational Health Committees making a difference at USask.
USask instructor finds hope through sustainability faculty fellowship
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.
Alumnus leads international effort to advocate for cross-education in rehabilitation
Tapping into global expertise and diverse perspectives is key for bringing about innovative solutions to difficult problems.