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Super Bowl and belly rolls: how the halftime show promoted body pride
Posted:In response, the performer posted on Instagram, “I heard my body is a topic of conversation so I wanted to say, I'm proud of my body and you should be proud of yours too…”
Why are female performers…
True Blue Awards go to KPE’s Luc Tremblay, Beth Ali and Sherry Ing
Posted:KPE's Associate Dean of Research Luc Tremblay, Executive Director of Athletics & Co-Curricular Physical Activity Beth Ali, and Co-Curricular Business Officer Sherry Ing were each recognized with…
Top moments in 2016 at the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education
Posted:2016 brought many happy moments and proud accomplishments to the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education. Here we reflect on some of our favourite memories from the past year.
In August, close…
KPE Reception for Scholars celebrates students and donors
Posted:On November 23, the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education celebrated the academic achievements of its undergraduate and graduate students and recognized the donors who contributed to their…
When two worlds collide, great things happen
Posted:International collaborations at universities are not unique, says Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, Daniel Moore. Visiting professors…
KPE celebrates Goldring Centre donors & volunteers, salutes U of T Olympians & Paralympians
Posted:On December 1 in the presence of many distinguished guests, the University of Toronto Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education celebrated the donors and volunteers who made the Goldring Centre…
Midnight Madness Basketball at U of T
Posted:When Toronto Community Housing (TCH) approached U of T's Varsity Blues about a venue to host the Midnight Madness Basketball program, it was a no-brainer.
Every Friday night, teams from Jane and…
Mindful Moments Meditation: downward dog helps students deal with December stress
Posted:For some it can be the happiest time of year, but for many December signals a stressful period filled with frantic preparation for the holidays and studying for exams. So how can students best deal…
Legacy of leadership
Posted:Adam Zimmerman first got football fever nearly 70 years ago when, as a high school student at University of Toronto Schools, he and good friend Bill Saunderson made weekly visits to Varsity Stadium…
Beth Ali appointed executive director of KPE co-curricular athletics & physical activity programs
Posted:In a statement issued on Friday, October 28, professor Ira Jacobs, dean of the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education at the University of Toronto, announced the appointment of Beth Ali to the…
Improving student mental health: Q & A with Professor Catherine Sabiston
Posted:Why are rates of anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts increasing among university students?
University students are facing increasing pressures to succeed, and they ultimately have a fear of…
KPE raises rainbow flag in honour of Canada’s first Pride Month
Posted:The month-long celebration launched on June 1, replacing the previous Pride Week, and will culminate with the popular Pride Parade on July 3.
“The idea originated from Varsity Blues staff member…