Class of 2022 Spotlights: Kinesiology
The mission of the Department of Kinesiology is to facilitate wellness among individuals through the study and application of human movement principles across the lifespan and through the management of and participation in physical activity, exercise and sport.
While we commend and celebrate all CHHS graduates, here are a few graduates whose stories stand out because of their determination to overcome challenges, to follow their dreams, and to make a positive impact on the lives of others.
Audrey Nicole Canoy: B.S. Kinesiology - Sports Psychology/B.A. Psychology
Audrey Nicole Canoy, a Kinesiology and Psychology major, chose her career path because she is passionate about making an influential and positive impact on the lives of others. Having lost three of her grandparents, Audrey recognizes the importance and imperativeness of those in the healthcare field and aspires to become an occupational therapist.
During her time at CSULB, Audrey was also interning as a Behavior Therapist for Autism Learning Partners and participated in the National Society of Collegiate Scholars of CSULB and the Pilipino American Coalition Club.
Alyse Freeman: M.S. in Kinesiology – Exercise Science
One of the biggest challenges that Alyse Freeman experienced during her time at CSULB was experiencing loss on three separate occasions. Alyse overcame these mental and emotional obstacles by refocusing and adopting a new mindset, reaching out to her professors, and taking advantage of all the resources the campus had to offer.
Alyse, who is completing the Master’s program in Kinesiology, plans to serve her community through teaching and demonstrating how exercise can be medicine. “I plan to be a beacon of encouragement and hope, and a resource to my community by spreading truth and awareness about exercise and its benefits.”
Dylan Staub pursued a Master of Arts degree in Kinesiology because he considers himself a lifelong learner and is very passionate about sports. “Do not let what you can’t do interfere with what you can do” is one of the most important things Dylan learned during his time at CSULB. As an experiential learner, Dylan learns by doing and has overcome a physical disability by adapting to any challenges that come his way.
