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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…
KPE's Ryan Collins signs with the Argos
Posted:Ryan Collins's football career began back in Hamilton; he was a team MVP three times while still in high school. The six-foot-five linebacker went on to dress for 29 games as a Blue, tallying 100…
KPE opens its doors with mentor appreciation breakfast
Posted:The BKin In-Field Learning program takes place every year thanks to nearly 100 placement sites and KPE community partners. Between 2024 and 2025, close to 200 upper-year BKin students participated in…
Sharon Grandison receives Exemplary U of T Ambassador Award
Posted:The Division of People Strategy, Equity & Culture (PSEC) held the 2024-25 Exemplary University of Toronto Ambassador (EUTA) Awards presentation and reception on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in the…
KPE students host annual Bodies of Knowledge conference
Posted:KPE professor Catherine Sabiston opened the proceedings with welcome remarks that emphasized the Faculty’s mission to lead in the creation and dissemination of knowledge that enhances health and well…