Kinesiology

  • Ultimate Athlete ELITE Study

    Ultimate Athlete ELITE Study

    Loras College is excited to be one of the testing grounds for the ELITE study, aiming to uncover the genetic determinants of human aerobic performance. In collaboration with Stanford University, Dr. Elaina Biechler, associate professor of kinesiology, will contribute to this initiative. On our campus, she’ll be conducting tests on 100 elite athletes, playing a… More

  • A Healthy Dose of Achievement

    A Healthy Dose of Achievement

    As an intern, Steve Marfo ('26) assists clients with daily tasks, monitors their health, and provides emotional support. More

  • Loras Partners with Paramount for EMS Education

    Loras Partners with Paramount for EMS Education

    Paramount EMS and Loras College have embarked on a partnership that broadens opportunities for community members interested in and/or seeking a career in Emergency Medical Services. More

  • Getting His Kicks

    Getting His Kicks

    After showing off his prowess on the soccer pitch as a Duhawk, Zeke Kyoore (’20) is now helping ensure the next generation of players are developing and staying healthy in his new profession. More

  • Five Duhawks Earn Top Honors in FBLA-PBL State Competition

    Five Duhawks Earn Top Honors in FBLA-PBL State Competition

    Five Loras College students topped the competition in seven categories at the Future Business Leaders of America - Phi Beta Lambda state competition and eight students will move on to compete at the national conference in June. More

  • CARES Lab Awarded Grant to Enhance Cancer Survivorship Programming

    CARES Lab Awarded Grant to Enhance Cancer Survivorship Programming

    Dr. Keith Thraen-Borowski and the Loras College Cancer Research in Exercise Science Laboratory (CARES Lab) are the recipients of a $330,000 grant from a charitable trust that is deeply committed to health, education, and humanitarian causes. More

  • Loras College and Medical Associates partner for clinical trial on cancer survivors

    Loras College and Medical Associates partner for clinical trial on cancer survivors

    Study focuses on physical activity and quality of life DUBUQUE, Iowa – Loras College and Medical Associates Oncology, in conjunction… More