Community Health and Social Innovation (CHASI) Hub
Faculty and Research Associates
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Education
Postdoctoral Fellowship Kinesiology, University of Calgary (2021)
PhD Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa (2019)
MSc Kinesiology, University of Calgary (2014)
BA Psychology, University of Calgary (2011)
Teaching Philosophy
Amanda loves teaching. In the classroom (in-person and online) she seeks to encourage curiosity, motivate critical thinking, and facilitate a desire to learn. She offers students numerous opportunities to apply their knowledge and prepares them to work in academia, healthcare, and/or the community.
Teaching Interests
Sport and exercise psychology, health promotion, behaviour change, active health
Research Interests
Amanda is an avid researcher. She uses partnered approaches to optimize supportive care and inform effective physical activity opportunities to improve quality of life for individuals affected by cancer (and other chronic conditions) across the lifespan. She is recognized internationally for her expertise and contributions to the fields of pediatric exercise oncology and adolescent and young adult exercise oncology.
Publications
For an up-to-date list of publications by Amanda, please see Google Scholar.
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