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Exercise Science, Physical & Health Education

Paul Zehr

Research that enhances our understanding of the human body

Paul Zehr's recent study shows that training one leg strengthens both, which could have remarkable potential for helping recover mobility after a stroke.

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Sandy Gibbons and Viviene Temple

Faculty who practice what they preach

Dr. Sandra Gibbons and Dr. Viviene Temple crossing the historic Kinsol Trestle while hiking the Trans Canada Trail on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada.

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Lara Lauzon

Programs that support social change and provide hands-on experience

Lara Lauzon is an assistant professor teaching in the Bachelor of Recreation and Health Education (RHED) program, an interdisciplinary undergraduate program that prepares you to enter the fields of recreation, wellness and health promotion, leadership and administration.

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Michelle-Cox

Co-op helps kinesiology student affirm career goals

Michelle-Cox worked as a physiotherapy assistant at the Canadian Back Institute in Victoria during a UVic Co-operative Education term. She learned about the inner workings of a clinic while she prepped clients for treatment, helped them with exercises and administered ultrasounds and electrical stimulation.

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Healthier people, healthier places and healthier society

Real life learning

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Our programs provide opportunities for you to immerse yourself in the exciting field of exercise science, physical and health education, to study abroad on international exchange or combine work with study to help prepare you for life as a responsible global citizen.

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    • EPHE is recruiting a tenure track faculty position in motor learning. Application deadline: May 1st, 2013 http://www.uvic.ca/education/exercise/home/employment/index.php …
    • Congrats to Johann Cherry (BEd PE) selected as 1 of 6 2013 Student Ambassadors by Physical & Health Ed Canada (PHE Canada).
    • EPHE Prof E. Paul Zehr "Teaching an Old Brain New Tricks (and Kicks)" in Psychology today (http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/black-belt-brain/201303/teaching-old-brain-new-tricks-and-kicks …).
    • Panel discussion incl Dr Viv Temple "Weighing in on Childhood Obesity" Tues, April 30th at 7pm in Maple Rm Strathcona Hotel.
    • Congrats to Kristy Inouye recipient of 2012 Distinguished Educ Alumni Scholarship $1325, in the area of physical & cognitive disabilities.
    • Dr. Lara Lauzon: My 20 yrs in UVic's Speakers Bureau http://ring.uvic.ca/content/lara-lauzon … Her topics include health, wellness, potential and leadership.
    • The updated EPHE website is launched Feb 21/13.  Check it out:uvic.ca/education/exer…Send feedback to askephe@uvic.ca
    • Interested in our MEd Coaching Studies? The application deadline has been extended to May 31st. Don't delay, apply today!
    • EPHE News flash: We've doubled our quota intake for Kinesiology. We will now accept up to 60 undergrads for September 2013.
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Kindness challenge

Alyssa Weninger (left), Lauren Bernardi (centre) and Joe Thomas (right) participate in the Victoria Kindness Challenge as part of Dr. John Meldrum's management in recreation and health course.

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