There are several award honours bestowed upon active and graduating Kinesiology students every year.  Some of the awards require an application while others are selected by faculty members in the School of Human Kinetics.  Awards details and previous award winners are listed below.

Outstanding Student of the Year Award

      The School of Human Kinetics student council sponsors an award for the most outstanding student in each year of the Kinesiology program.  Students who meet the minimum academic standing are asked to apply for the award.  The recipient is selected based on academic standing, and service to the School of Human Kinetics and Laurentian community.   There is no monetary value associated with this award. 

Kinesiology Excellence Award

The KIN Excellence award was established in 2001 in memory of Dr. Bob Jensen.  Dr. Jensen was a Faculty member in the School of Human Kinetics from 1972-1999.  Dr. Jensen was an excellent teacher, researcher and student mentor.   After a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer Dr. Jensen passed away in 2000.

In order to remember his spirit, enthusiasm for learning, commitment to the School of Human Kinetics and his passion for excellence the Kinesiology Society established an award of excellence to be presented to a graduating Kinesiology student for outstanding achievement in the area of research and service to community – the ideals for which Dr. Jensen stood.  Students are NOT required to apply for this award.  There is no monetary value associated with this award.

Kinesiology Dedication Award

The Kinesiology Dedication award was established in 2004 in memory of Alison Marsh-Vaillancourt, a Kinesiology graduate from the class of 2000.  Alison had a joy for life and a fun-loving spirit. During her final year at Laurentian, Alison was diagnosed with cancer. After winning round one, Alison returned to her hometown of Timmins and had an immediate professional impact as a kinesiologist with the Timmins hospital.She also continued her commitment to volunteerism in the local community. Unfortunately, Alison was unable to fulfill all her professional and personal dreams when cancer returned in 2003 and took her life in the spring of 2004. 

During her second battle with the disease Alison remained committed to her family, friends, community and University.  She continued to laugh, and share her passion for life with others. 

In keeping with the characteristics that Alison exhibited in her short life, this award is given to a graduating Kinesiology student who balances academic achievement with a caring and compassionate nature that is evidenced by a commitment to helping others and a dedication to the profession of Kinesiology. A focus on ergonomics and health and safety is also applauded.

There is no application required for this award and there is no monetary value.