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Watch the CBC News video here This post was originally published here. Dr. Iris Lesser was surprised to find a dearth of resources and information about postpartum physical activity when her first child was born. Nine years later, Iris, an associate professor of kinesiology at UFV, is meeting that need with inclusive, accessible exercise content … Read more
This post was originally published here. The University of the Fraser Valley’s top-notch nursing program is taking another step forward with the introduction of a Nursing Faculty Development program. With $453,340 in funding from B.C.’s Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills, the program will roll out in stages over the next four years, supporting … Read more
In the final two weeks of classes, students enrolled in KIN 360 presented their Community Mental Wellness lessons in small groups, demonstrating creativity, collaboration, and thoughtful engagement with curriculum-based learning. The lessons were developed using the Physical and Health Education (PHE) BC Curriculum, ensuring alignment with provincial educational standards. Each group presented their lesson in … Read more
Students enrolled in KIN 435 (Ergonomics and Biomechanics) recently completed the third lab of the course, which focused on hands-on data collection in collaboration with the Faculty of Applied and Technical Studies. This lab provided students with an opportunity to apply theoretical concepts from the classroom to practical, real-world settings. Through this experience, students engaged … Read more
The School of Kinesiology hosted a Dance and Movement after-school program at G.W. Graham Secondary School, with support from the Chilliwack School Board. The program was designed to encourage physical activity, creativity, and social connection through inclusive movement experiences. The program was led by a fourth-year Kinesiology student and supported by six KIN student volunteers … Read more
By Samantha Riarh This semester, Debbie Job from the Practical Nursing program and Samantha Riarh from the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program collaborated on a simulation-based learning experience. The goal of the session was to deepen students’ understanding of how effective collaboration influences patient care and to strengthen their readiness for professional practice. … Read more
By Samantha Riarh During her BSN preceptorship, Austyn Newhook demonstrated outstanding compassion and innovation while caring for a patient with a significant hearing impairment on Baker 2 Medicine at ARHCC. The patient lacked access to hearing aids and was unable to communicate, creating a substantial barrier to safety and care. Without the ability to hear … Read more
Our Lunch & Learn series has officially begun in the Faculty of Health Sciences, with plans for one engaging session each month from November through June. The November 25 session offered a rich exploration of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), led by presenter Adriana Striker. She walked us through the core principles of UDL and … Read more
November 2-8 is Pain Awareness Week … Read more
This semester, Heather Campbell, Assistant Professor in our Faculty, took meaningful steps to re-engage students in the NURS 201 Theory course. Two classes that had been delivered online for many years were brought back to in-person learning — with the goal of making the experience as interactive, culturally rich, and student-centered as possible. The first … Read more