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Faculty of Kinesiology and REcreation Management News Archive

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Provost and Vice-President (Academic)

Leadership announcements May 2024

May 17, 2024 — 
The University of Manitoba is pleased to announce the following leadership re-appointment and extensions: Laurie M. Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students); Lisa O'Hara, Vice-Provost (Libraries) and University Librarian; Douglas Brown, Dean, Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management

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Students posing in front of poster during Research Day 2024

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Research Day highlights students and science

May 16, 2024 — 
Students and faculty filled the Active Living Centre Agora on May 14 to celebrate Research Day. This annual event allows guests to share and learn about research happening within the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management

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A group of students laughing during an outdoor lesson

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Looking back to move forward

May 16, 2024 — 
There are endless possibilities for building healthy communities through innovative academic programs, priority one in FKRM's new strategic plan.

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Faith Olarinde presents to a judge at research day 2023

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Faith Olarinde wants to do more

May 9, 2024 — 
During Research Day on May 14, first-year master's student Faith Olarinde will receive the Ruth Asper Award in Kinesiology and Recreation Management. Established in 2003, the award helps support graduate student research and training within the faculty.

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a group of badminton players high-fiving after a game

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The badminton club is growing beyond the court

April 22, 2024 — 
The club welcomes anyone at any skill level, whether they're practicing for fun or competitions. One thing setting the group apart from others in the city is letting players of any skill level play against each other.

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Toronto Star: Hazing or team building? New playbook aims to help coaches understand where to draw the line

April 12, 2024 — 
Hazing or team building? New playbook aims to help coaches understand where to draw the line

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Bisons women's volleyball athletes hug after winning a bronze medal at the 2024 U Sports Championship

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The Brown and Gold awards banquet celebrate Bisons success

April 8, 2024 — 
On Saturday, April 6, Bisons Sports hosted its annual Brown and Gold banquet, which celebrates the accomplishments of its student-athletes during the 2023-2024 season.

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CBC Manitoba: High school hockey team iced from post-season as RCMP probes hazing allegations

March 13, 2024 — 
High school hockey team iced from post-season as RCMP probes hazing allegations

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Anna McConnell mid throw during a weight throw competition

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Bisons host the U Sports National Track and Field Championships

March 4, 2024 — 
The University of Manitoba Bisons are hosting the U Sports Track and Field Championship from Mar. 7-9, bringing the best university athletes from across Canada to compete.

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Headshot of Ray Strachan smiling

Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management

Ray Strachan sees change in Winnipeg theatre

February 28, 2024 — 
Strachan, a theatre artist, works with non-profit organizations and communities teaching theatre.

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