News & Features
KPE researcher studies what athletes might gain from pain
Posted:That’s exactly what Kristina Smith, a graduate student in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, investigated in a recent study. Smith studied mixed martial arts (MMA), a hyper-explosive…
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…
Helping young athletes cope with concussions: Q&A with Professor Michael Hutchison
Posted:As the Director of the Concussion Program at the Faculty’s David L. MacIntosh Sport Medicine Clinic, he’s at the forefront of investigating ways to manage these complex injuries in more effective…
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…
In his prime all the time: Bruce Farquhar retires
Posted:After helping countless people as a membership services assistant, he celebrated his last day at the Faculty on November 30.
Farquhar joined U of T in 1994 and worked as a residence steward until he…
U of T students play Para sport, learn about inclusivity
Posted:Hosted on November 25 at the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education (KPE), the event encouraged participants to play four sports, including adapted bocce ball, seated volleyball, wheelchair…
Varsity Blues celebrate fall 2016 OUA championship teams
Posted:The University of Toronto Varsity Blues celebrated the champions of the fall 2016 Ontario University Athletics (OUA) season with a banner raising ceremony at the U of T Athletic Centre on November 29…
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…
KPE celebrates new Master of Professional Kinesiology space
Posted:On November 23, the Faculty celebrated the opening of this new academic program space, and recognized those who contributed to the design, planning, and management of this major renovation project. …
Varsity Blues treats TDSB students to a hockey game
Posted:The University of Toronto Varsity Blues men's hockey team hosted the Ryerson Rams on November 23 at the Varsity Arena, but the raucous crowds on the stands were decidedly different than usual. With…