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Amber Johnston (she/her/hers) has been a faculty member for over 20 years. She has been a part of UFV since she was an undergrad student. Her teaching focus is primarily human anatomy and physiology, clinical physiology, health promotion, aging and women’s health. Amber is heavily involved in programming and curriculum development within the School of Kinesiology, Faculty of Health Sciences and provincially across articulation and transfer

Bachelor of Kinesiology (Deans List), University of the Fraser Valley – Exercise Science and Health Promotion

Master of Science, Biomedical Physiology Kinesiology, Simon Fraser University/UBC

British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists– Academic Liaison Member

British Columbia Council on Admission and Transfer

Interests: Human anatomy and physiology, clinical physiology, health promotion, chronic disease, metabolic management, aging and women’s health.

My philosophy as an instructor is simple: learning should be meaningful, engaging, and even a little fun. I strive to create a positive, inclusive environment where students feel supported, curious, and confident to ask questions, challenge ideas, and take ownership of their learning. Recognizing that students learn differently and bring diverse perspectives, I use varied approaches, real-world examples, and active learning to make concepts relevant.

The human body is incredibly complex and interconnected, making it challenging to learn—but also fascinating. My goal is to help students move beyond memorizing physiology and appreciate how it applies to real-world health, behaviour change, disease prevention and management, physical activity, and women’s health; ultimately, aiming to spark curiosity, develop critical thinking, and help students apply their learning beyond the classroom, into their careers, and throughout life.

• Human Anatomy & Physiology
• Therapeutic Exercise
• Chronic Disease Management
• Health Promotion & Contemporary Health Issues

Other Activities:

• Music
• Fashion Design/Art
• Literature
• Sports: Hockey, Baseball and Golf

• Women’s health, metabolic disease, aging, and community health promotion 

Amber actively supports new kinesiology student orientation, community education initiatives, fire service testing and pre-employment screening, community health fairs, post-secondary open houses, student orientations, student engagement and speaking opportunities, with the goal of strengthening connections between the institution, students, and the broader community.