With the establishment of the world's first department of Kinesiology, the University of Waterloo was instrumental in defining the science of human movement and continues to lead the evolution of this exciting discipline.
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Through understanding the cellular to societal implications of physical activity, nutrition and lifestyle, our academic programs, research and services aim to optimize health, prevent injury and illness, and extend the years of high quality life.
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Our mission is to optimize health and performance and prevent injury and illness through an understanding of human movement. Our interdisciplinary approach embodies both biophysical and social sciences to address issues from molecular reactions to personal attitudes.
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News
Jack P. Callaghan elected Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences
Jack P. Callaghan, a professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences, has been elected as a 2021 Fellow in the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS).
New name for Department
We are pleased to announce that as of June 30, the Department of Kinesiology will be known as the Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.
Q and A with the experts: Cancer and exercise during a pandemic
Marina Mourtzakis, a Kinesiology professor who leads Waterloo’s Centre for Community, Clinical and Applied Research Excellence, examines how to exercise safely as a cancer survivor during or after treatment.