The annual Bucky Awards are a way for the university to celebrate individuals and organizations on campus for the impact they have had on their peers and our community. The Inclusivity award is presented to an organization that fosters learning opportunities, contributes to the scholastic and leadership growth for its members, and focuses on fostering …
We would like to give a huge shout out to our own Alexia Rebne and Sarah Zurawski for completing their post-professional occupational therapy doctorates! Along with the rest of their cohort, Lexi and Sarah presented their final capstone projects during a virtual symposium last Thursday 5/7. Their presentations, which you may view below, are the …
UW–Madison’s Benjamin Anderson received the Society of Health and Physical Educators’ (SHAPE America) Major of the Year Award, an honor which celebrates outstanding undergraduate students in the fields of health, physical education, recreation, and dance. Anderson was recognized for demonstrating excellence in and outside of the classroom through his time at UW–Madison.
This time of social distancing has us all missing our friends, families, and our routines. It can be tough to stay motivated and get moving when you are staying at home but staying active and having fun may be more important now than ever! Cindy Kuhrasch, Distinguished Faculty associate and Program Coordinator of the Physical …
Today is the 6th Annual Adapted Fitness Open House! Due to current circumstances, we are excited to be able to host the open house entirely online—features can be accessed through the Adapted Fitness Canvas page as well as through the links below. This year’s open house is dedicated to the Conways. The program would like …
The annual Bucky Awards are meant to showcase the amazing contributions that members of UW-Madison have made to our campus and our community. Individuals must be nominated for the Best Advisor award which recognizes those who excel in guiding their students and/or organization to success. Nominees must provide a welcoming, inclusive, and enthusiastic environment to …
As schools remain shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic, many families are needing to find new creative ways to keep their children active without typical physical education classes. Physical activity is so important because it is “a medium through which children develop mental and behavioral proficiencies, like self-respect and respect for others. Standard learning outcomes …
Students, family members and friends are invited to join the Department of Kinesiology faculty and staff to honor and recognize graduates following UW-Madison’s Commencement. Graduates will take part in a small ceremony where they will be individually recognized. Light snacks and refreshments provided. Cap & gown are not required for this event. (High heels are …
Huge congratulations to Dr. David Bell who recently received the National Achievement Award for Athletic Trainers from the Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine Society (PRiSM). Bell is a national leader in examining the risks associated with sports specialization and youth athletics. He is an associate professor with the athletic training program, and director of the Wisconsin …
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 9th Annual Commemorate potluck! We had so much fun with the scavenger hunt activity to celebrate the department’s history in the NAT! We appreciate everyone’s contributions to the department but would particularly like to thank Beth Larson as she reaches her 20 year mark with the …