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Simon Darnell appears on Calgary podcast in run up to the Stanley Cup final
Posted:During the episode, Darnell shared insights on hockey’s powerful role in Canadian culture and the complex loyalties it inspires. “It’s not just about local pride,” he said, “but also national pride.…
KPE’s Masse and Kiefer selected for Canada’s World Aquatics Championships roster
Posted:A five-time Olympic medalist and three-time World Aquatics champion, Masse will be making her fifth appearance at the world championships. The U of T kinesiology grad and backstroke specialist holds…
KPE celebrates the Class of 2025 at spring Convocation and reception
Posted:The early afternoon Convocation ceremony marked a significant milestone in each graduate’s journey, capping years of rigorous study, research and hands-on experience. Later that day, the celebrations…
Thought in motion: Molly Brillinger’s research brings motor imagery to the big leagues
Posted:Today, Brillinger is breaking new ground in the study of motor imagery—how we mentally simulate movement—by exploring how people imagine moving not just alone, but together. Her journey from…
From rugby to rehabilitation: Stephanie Buryk-Iggers lights a spark
Posted:When Stephanie Buryk-Iggers walked onto the rugby pitch as an undergraduate student at McMaster University, she had no idea that one day she would be launching a health tech startup and designing…
Twin journeys through sport, study and resilience: the Wilcox sisters’ KPE story
Posted:The identical twins enrolled in the same program at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education (KPE), competed together on the Varsity Blues women’s lacrosse team,…
Physical and Health Education Class of 7T0 celebrates 55th anniversary reunion
Posted:The celebration was organized by a dedicated reunion committee: Bob and Peggy Belcher (Bourne), Sharon Bradley (Wilson), Sue Derocher-Veskimets (Bartha), Bill Franklin, Patricia Smith and Mabel-Anne…
U of T raises Progress Pride flag over Varsity Stadium
Posted:On Wednesday, a crowd gathered at Varsity Stadium on the St. George campus for the Progress Pride Flag Raising, an annual event hosted by the Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education (KPE) and…
Larry Tanenbaum honoured with Canadian Business Hall of Fame induction
Posted:A proud University of Toronto alumnus, Tanenbaum has made a lasting impact on the Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education (KPE) through his leadership and generosity. In 2022, he and his wife…
U of T honours 2025 Sports Hall of Fame inductees at Kimel Family Field House
Posted:The 35th annual event celebrated six outstanding athletes and builders who have contributed to athletic excellence at U of T. “The University of Toronto is known for its excellence,” said Professor…
KPE celebrates Asian Canadians’ contributions to sport, physical activity and the study of movement with special event
Posted:Professor Gretchen Kerr, dean of KPE, welcomed the excited crowd to the Kimel Family Field House at the day’s onset. “Movement,” she reminded the students, “is a human right, and essential to the…
KPE joins U of T partner faculties for Asian Heritage Month event
Posted:The event was hosted at the FIFSW building on a rainy May Thursday; attendees braved blustery spring weather on their way to campus. A packed house awaited them, with an air of excitement for the…