Contact
Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation - Academic Programs
- wstrean@ualberta.ca
Overview
About
Dr. Billy Strean is Professor Emeritus & a 3M National Teaching Fellow — Canada's most prestigious recognition of excellence in university teaching and educational leadership.
Prospective Graduate Students - Please note: Dr. Strean is not accepting new graduate students
Degrees
Ph.D. (Kinesiology – Sport & Exercise Psychology), University of Illinois, 1993
M.A. (Philosophy and Psychology of Sport), University of Iowa, 1988
B.A. (Philosophy; Elementary Education Certification) Grinnell College,1986
Background
As a 3M National Teaching Fellow, Dr. Strean has focused on excellence in teaching, learning, and educational leadership. He is actively engaged with education, healthcare, and public and private sector communities.
- Registered Yoga Teacher-500 (2018)
- Certified Master Somatic Coach (2016)
- Registered Yoga Teacher-200 (2016)
- Certified Somatic Coach (Strozzi Institute), 2004
- Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (The Coaches Training Institute), 2001
Research
Dr. Strean’s research and scholarly interests include: Somatic and ontological approaches to leadership, well-being, and exhilaration; Mindfulness in educational contexts; Teaching and learning issues in physical activity and adult/higher education; The role of laughter and humour in learning and well-being; Professional practice and effectiveness in sport psychology and helping professions.
Teaching
Dr. Strean is retired and no longer teaching courses at University of Alberta. Courses that he most recently instructed are;
KRLS 420 – Play: The Foundation of Recreation, Sport and Physical Activity
KIN 444 – Communication Skills & Strategies in Sport and Physical Activity
Announcements
Dr. Strean is not accepting graduate students.