Is hosting the Games enough to make a nation more athletic?
Published on: November 21 , 2019
On Monday, October 21, Paris unveiled the logo for the Olympic and Paralympic Games in…
UM 's athletes are at the top of their game!
Published on: October 8 , 2019
The University of Montpellier is celebrating its medalists at the University Championships…
[LUM#9] Exercising to Preserve Your Personality
Published on: July 9 , 2019
Physical activity doesn't just sculpt your figure—it also shapes your…
Is stimulating the brain to improve performance really effective?
Published on: March 14 , 2019
Fatigue, in the common sense, is a sensation of physical or cognitive weakness, and it…
The “UM ” at the summit of Mont Blanc
Published on: February 20 , 2019
Taking the University of Montpellier to the top of Europe—that’s the project that has been accomplished…
Science Makes Its Way into the World of Soccer
Published on: June 20 , 2018
Soccer is a high-intensity sport: generally, soccer players cover 8 to 12 km…
A “gay game”: everyday homophobia and imposed heterosexuality
Published on: June 12 , 2018
Do you know how many soccer players around the world are openly gay? And how did they…
Exercise doesn't cure cancer, but it can help
Published on: March 26 , 2018
These days, everyone is talking and writing about the benefits of exercise in fighting cancer—…
STAPS: A Guaranteed Path to a Career!
Published on: February 24 , 2018
With 700 first-year students enrolled for the 2017–2018 academic year, STAPS…
To combat back pain, simply moving more isn't enough
Published on: December 11 , 2017
“Back pain? The best treatment is movement.” This slogan has been repeated over and over since…
[LUM#5] My Teacher, What a Champion!
Published on: May 9 , 2017
Romain Barras, the 2010 European decathlon champion, is enjoying a newfound sense of peace, far from…
[LUM#4] Lifeguard for Fun
Published on: February 21 , 2017
Combining fun activities with life-saving techniques—that’s the concept behind sports first aid. Dive into…
College Sports: A Golden Season for theUM !
Published on: November 15 , 2016
At the Champions Trophy, held last night at the School of Pharmacy,…
Student of the Week // Thomas RIGAL
Published on: January 25 , 2016
Thomas RIGAL, 24 years old. Originally from Béziers; has lived in Montpellier for 7 years. Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Law…
Audrey Merle, student and world champion
Published on: November 27 , 2015
Pain and tears… of joy. In 2015, Audrey Merle experienced the full range of emotions…
A World Karate Champion at the University of Montpellier
Published on: November 23 , 2015
At the most recent World Junior Karate Championships, held from the 12th to the 15th…