Student Profiles
Katherine Laliberte ’25 - I am currently a senior kinesiology student at URI (class of '25). In my time at URI I have been an undergraduate teaching assistant in anatomy and physiology labs, conducted a biomechanics independent study, and administered exercise tests through our center for health and human performance.
Stephen Cirella Jr. ’27 - My research specifically focuses on body image in the athletic population, particularly collegiate athletes. My research emphasizes compulsive behaviors surrounding body image, such as body checking behaviors, and the role that society, culture, and sport play in contributing to body image disturbance (BID) and other potential comorbid mental health conditions.
Melissa Lodge ’26 - My research focuses on female athlete physiology and examining the associated health and performance outcomes associated with low energy availability and Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport across the lifespan.
Christopher Simoneau ’26 - During my time at URI I have spent two years working with campus recreation at our two on-campus fitness centers as well as working as an undergraduate teacher’s assistant for anatomy and physiology labs.
Kylie McPhee ’25 - I’m starting my first year of the kinesiology ABM program this fall. I have previously been a KIN300 UTA and I have a strong passion for exercise physiology and biomechanics.
Aiden Fletcher ’25 - My current focus is graduating with my degree in Kinesiology. My goal is to become a student in a Physical Therapy Doctoral program once I graduate with my undergrad.
Brandon Weick ’20 - I am currently a graduate student in The University of Rhode Island’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. I am also serving as the student Core Ambassador for The Rhode Island Chapter of The American Physical Therapy Association. I graduated from URI in May 2020 with my Kinesiology degree, which provided me with a strong foundation […]
Justin Zeramby’18 - I am currently enrolled in my first year of the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Program at Johnson & Wales University. I received my Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology in May of 2018. 
Nelson Justa’18 - At the moment, I am concentrating on my studies in physical therapy at URI. I plan to get my National Strength and Conditional Association Certified Strength and Conditional Specialist (CSCS) certification, next summer (2019). 
Morgan McKenney’18 - I am a second year student in the University of Rhode Island Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program. I did the Early Contingent program so my senior year of undergraduate studies was my first year in the DPT program.