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TSN: Affidavits outline alleged abuse, harassment and hazing in junior hockey

December 10, 2020 — 
"Hockey hazing continues to this day with management fully aware of its presence,” wrote FKRM professor jay johsnson in a report on hazing that accompanied the affidavits by former CHL players.

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CTV: Winnipeggers head outside to keep active during a COVID-19 winter

December 10, 2020 — 
The COVID-19 pandemic has made it tough to break a sweat, but that isn't stopping some Winnipeggers from getting some fresh air. Exercise is a good way to preserve your mental health, says FKRM prof Shaelyn Strachan.

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Recreation Services launches Virtual Health and Fitness site

November 23, 2020 — 
The Recreation Services team has launched the Virtual health and fitness page that will provide members with online workout options while facilities are temporarily closed.

Braden Cruise

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FKRM Alumni Speaker Series: Braden Cruise

November 17, 2020 — 
Fourth-year medical student & FKRM class of 2017 alumnus Braden Cruise is the featured guest for episode two of the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management Alumni Speaker Series.

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UM well represented in CBC list of Future 40

November 9, 2020 — 
The first set of ten CBC Manitoba's Future 40 Awards has been announced, and it includes several from the UM community

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Ayesha Saleem at the University of Manitoba

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FKRM prof recognized with CBC Future 40 award

November 9, 2020 — 
For her research and teaching on aging, exercise and childhood diseases, Ayesha Saleem has been highlighted by CBC Manitoba for her outstanding contributions to the community.

Dong Lien wearing a Philadelphia Phillies hoodie

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FKRM Alumni Speaker Series: Dong Lien

November 2, 2020 — 
Amongst his belongings is a 2008 World Series ring and a UM degree parchment. Dong Lien, assistant strength and conditioning coach with the Philadelphia Phillies, is the featured guest for first instalment of the faculty's Alumni Speaker Series.

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Study seeking recreation staff to share experiences during COVID-19

October 19, 2020 — 
A team of Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management researchers are conducting a study exploring the experiences of recreation staff working in personal care homes during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

The research team descibed in the article receiving a trophy for best presentation at a ceremony in New York.

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FKRM prof nets global prize for research in aging

October 16, 2020 — 
A team featuring UM's Dr. Ayesha Saleem has been recognized on the international stage for their contribution to research in aging.

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A graphic with an image of Dr. Delia Douglas and the event title Black Female Athletes and the Politics of Resistance

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Black female athletes and the politics of resistance

October 14, 2020 — 
Presented by Dr. Delia Douglas, the Nov. 4 FKRM Research Seminar Series explores the activism and resistance of Black female athletes.

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