News from the faculty
How one undergrad moved from classroom lessons to active research on the crossover between biology, psychology and sports.
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Get to know Dr. Laurene Rehman, the new dean of the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management.
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Ask a Researcher: Recreation expert Dr. Laurene Rehman, explains the hidden health benefits of being out in nature.
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Ask a Researcher: Festival and events expert Dr. Christine Van Winkle explains how celebrations can be a place of recovery for communities.
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Ask a Researcher: Dr. Mandi Baker talks about skills children learn at summer camps that follow them a for lifetime.
Sports
Kelsey Wog proves world-class success can start at home
The 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient is a two-time Olympian, national record-holder and mentor to the next generation.
![Kelsey Wog [BSc(Agr)/22, MSc/26]](/sites/default/files/styles/3_2_scale_and_crop_xlarge/public/images/daa-kelsey-wog-um-today.webp?h=7eabb7da&itok=BZ6KOTzd "Kelsey Wog [BSc(Agr)/22, MSc/26] with Olympic apparel")
Kelsey Wog [BSc(Agr)/22, MSc/26] with Olympic apparel
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How being a Bison shaped the Class of 2026 | Kendall Mariott, women's track and field.
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How being a Bison shaped the Class of 2026 | Sam Jensen, men's basketball.
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Josh Jehle, graduating student at the Asper School and UM Bisons volleyball libero, looks back on a journey of confidence and leadership.
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Bison women's basketball launches crowdfunding campaign.
Recreation
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Ask a Researcher: Dr. Fenton Litwiller explains how accessible recreation facilities can build community well-being.
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UM played host to the first sanctioned lead-climbing event in the province.
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Over 1,000 participants joined the basketball, hockey, soccer and volleyball leagues during the Winter Term intramural season.
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Community-driven squash court upgrades will serve as a hub for students, faculty and the wider community, offering a space for players of all levels.
FKRM strategic plan in focus: Building healthy communities
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Exploring priority one of the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management's 2024-2027 strategic plan.
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Exploring priority two of the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management's 2024-2027 strategic plan.
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Exploring priority three of the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management's 2024-2027 strategic plan.
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Exploring priority four of the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management's 2024-2027 strategic plan.
