In partnership with the Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education Sport & Rec, the Innovation Hub seeks to understand the needs and perspectives of students who are not currently engaged in Sport & Rec programs and spaces. With a particular focus on the needs of students with disabilities and those from equity deserving populations, the goal is to explore opportunities to engage the broader community in collaboration.
Access for Every Student
All students have equitable access to programs, services, resources, and spaces.
Fostering Connectedness
Students experience a sense of belonging and connection within the UofT community.
Whole Student Development
Students receive the support they need for their holistic well-being (physical, psychological, social, and emotional).
Research Team
Francesca Pabale
Shankeri Vijayakumar
Jenny Shen
Tosha Henry-Adams
Huayin Luo
Kathy Du
Design & Communications Team
Paul Kaita
Anushka Saini
OUR FINDINGS:
This project began in Fall Winter 2019-2020. Click the button below or scroll down to learn more.
2019-2020
We found that central to the space is student well-being, which comes together in four themes:
- Being Alone Together
- Room to Connect
- A Home Away from Home
- One-Stop Shop
These themes contribute to students having solitary strength, community and support, comfort and security, and finally, access and accommodation. All of these elements are further discussed in the final report, along with journey maps and design principles to empower communities to design spaces that meet student needs.
Research Team
Zahira Tasabehji
Jamie Lee
Iris Gao
Design & Communications Team
