News and stories

New technology from Waterloo researchers, including Drs. Rich Hughson and Plinio Morita, allows doctors to detect early signs of health issues by analyzing a patient's walk.

Rob Holmgren (BSc '98, Kinesiology) is the newly appointed coach of Australia’s national mountain bike team. His assignment: Pave the way to the Olympics.

A study led by Dr. Mark Ferro (Public Health Sciences) shows how high hair cortisol can act as an early warning sign.

A study led by Dr. Luke Potwarka (Recreation and Leisure Studies) gives us a closer look at how the brain functions when watching sports.

Catch up with Faculty of Health alumni throughout the decades.

Mano Watson (BA '99, Recreation and Leisure Studies) uses lessons from basketball to inspire healthier lives.

Dr. John Hirdes (PhD '89), a professor in the School of Public Health Sciences, discusses what AI brings to health care, and what it’s missing.

A study led by Dr. Heather Keller, a researcher in Kinesiology and Health Sciences, found that one-third of older adults are at nutritional risk.

Message from the Dean.

Mary Afable promotes the importance of leisure for mental well-being and quality of life.

Erin Hobin discusses the efficacy of warning labels for smarter alcohol consumption.

The Faculty honours Analyssa Cardenas, Steven Rebellato and Jillian Fleming for their accomplishments and contributions.

See what your former classmates have been up to!

Message from your Director of Advancement.

Zach Weston encourages Canadians to take a proactive approach to their health and well-being.

Message from the Dean

See what your former classmates have been up to!

The Faculty honours Doug and Sandra Ranton, Amarah Epp-Stobbe and Nancy Barber for their accomplishments and contributions.

Katelyn Colonnier and colleagues work toward a national school meal program.