News & Features
Racism and mental health should be part of the same conversation, finds KPE panel
Posted:“Many people were already mentally struggling with the pandemic,” says Robin Waley, assistant manager of co-curricular diversity & equity in the University of Toronto Sport & Recreation…
Sport & Rec blog: The True Blue Tour: Free merch, pushups and Varsity Blues pride
Posted:Suffice it to say, life at U of T's St. George campus looks a bit different this year. With online classes in full swing, it has never been easier to stroll down St. George towards Sid Smith Hall…
New study makes case for renewed commitment to gender equality in interuniversity sport
Posted:The study, published recently in the International Journal of Sport Policy and Politics, combined results from four separate studies of gender equality in Canadian inter-university sport conducted…
Activity levels among children with autism spectrum disorder linked to parental behaviour: U of T study
Posted:“We know that parent support for physical activity is critical for engaging children and youth with disabilities in physical activity, although it may be especially important for children and youth…
Sport & Rec blog: The best way to overcome October chills? Squad training
Posted:Okay, I know that exercising outside in mid-October sounds tortuous, but hear me out— the Squad Training: Fitness FUNdations outdoor workouts are worth braving the weather. Plus, you’ll be sweating…
Study examines impact of Respect in Sport Parent Program on psychosocial experiences of minor hockey athletes
Posted:A study from the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education examined the impact of Respect in Sport Parent Program on athletes’ psychosocial development among minor hockey…
Sport & Rec Blog: What I learned from the Big HIIT workout - and why you should do it, too
Posted:“40 seconds of split jumps folks, starting…now!” instructs the U of T Sport & Rec coach.
Alrighty, I think as I begin the first exercise of the online HIIT workout class I’m attending…but my…
From Tokyo 1964 to Tokyo 2020: Reflections of an Olympic activist
Posted:Thank you very much for this great honour and for your perseverance during these unsettling times. I regret that the pandemic makes it impossible for us to meet in person.
Much has changed within…
“You’re already a step ahead,” alumni tell students in KINections Career Café
Posted:This was one of the key takeaways from the KINections Career Café, an annual event that connects KPE alumni with students for an evening of career exploration. Like most other things, this year’s…
Anatomy on the half shell: U of T alumnus draws on education to become champion oyster shucker
Posted:Born into a family of teachers, McMurray planned to become a teacher after completing his bachelor’s degree in physical health and education at U of T in 1993.
Yet, McMurray says his undergraduate…
KPE’s Janelle Joseph wins Connaught New Researcher Award
Posted:The annual awards are provided to U of T assistant professors within the first five years of a tenure-stream academic appointment to help them establish strong research programs.
“Physical literacy…
Learning online: KPE faculty and students share insights and tips
Posted:Ashley Stirling, associate professor, teaching stream, and vice dean of academics at KPE, explains the Faculty is committed to maintaining academic excellence while thoughtfully evolving in response…