Dr. Geri Ruissen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Geri Ruissen is an Assistant Professor at the University of Alberta in the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation. She specializes in affect, quantitative methods, ecological momentary assessment, mental health, and well-being. Geri's research primarily focuses on understanding the dynamic psychological processes that promote physical activity behavior using intensive longitudinal methods. She has published several studies exploring the relationships between incidental affect and physical activity, including randomized controlled trials examining group-based exercise and stigma consciousness among older adults. Geri's teaching includes courses on research methods in kinesiology, statistical measurement, and evaluation, where she emphasizes practical application and the foundational principles of quantitative research. She is dedicated to her students' research development and supports intensive self-directed study related to their program interests. Geri is also involved in the TODAY Lab, which furthers her research initiatives in health psychology and well-being.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2020-09-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Teaching and researching in the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation.

Courses

KIN 109 - Statistics, Measurement, Evaluation KIN 209 - Research Methods KIN 399B - Research Project KRLS 500B - Senior Undergraduate Research Thesis

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management