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Alumnus Tristen Ruesch: Gopher superfan and SMA President

Tristen Ruesch is a graduate of the School of Kinesiology, and so much more. During his tenure with the School of Kinesiology he was President of the student-led Sport Management Association, lead intern for Gopher Sport Marketing, and an honors student.

Tristen Ruesch in front of Goldy statue.

Alumnus Neil Mendonça: International student and commencement speaker

Neil Mendonça’s is a story that, while entirely unique to his experience, contains elements common to many students in the School of Kinesiology. Hailing from Hong Kong, Neil traveled to Minnesota to attend college. He was uncertain of his academic direction until was able to find his place and carve out a spot for himself.

Neil Mendonca with family at graduation.

Drake Pham, Administrative Student Intern

Drake Pham came to the School of Kinesiology from Columbia Heights, MN. Combining his interests of sports and recreation, Drake is a Sport Management major and Administrative Intern for the School.

Mathew Hemsch, Administrative Student Intern

Matt Hemsch came to the School of Kinesiology staff as an administrative intern this fall. Hailing from Cottage Grove, Matt is a Minnesota native. He came to the School of Kinesiology from the Engineering program, motivated by a passion for movement.

Kinesiology’s Leo Lewis III crowned 86th King Boreas

Leo Lewis III, PhD, School of Kinesiology alumni and U of M Sport Management program teaching specialist, as well as former Vikings wide receiver and return specialist, was crowned the Saint Paul Winter Carnival’s 86th King Boreas. During his tenure as a Vikings wide receiver Lewis earned his master’s degree and later his doctorate from […]

Jason Hanka, Communications & Marketing Student Intern

Jason Hanka came on board the School of Kinesiology and the Communications and Marketing group (CM) this past summer at the end of June and has been our sole—and rock solid—intern since shortly thereafter. He brings strong writing and a graphic design toolset to the position. Read more about him below… What is your work […]