
Is hosting the Games enough to make a nation more athletic?
Published on: November 21 , 2019
Paris unveiled the logo for the Olympic and Paralympic Games on Monday, October 21…

UM athletes are at the top of their game!
Published on: October 8 , 2019
The University of Montpellier is honoring its medal-winning athletes at the University Championships…

[LUM#9] Exercising to Stay True to Yourself
Published on: July 9 , 2019
Physical activity doesn't just sculpt your figure—it also shapes your…

Is stimulating the brain to improve performance actually effective?
Published on: March 14 , 2019
Fatigue, in the common sense, is a feeling of physical or mental weakness, and is…

UM at the summit of Mont Blanc
Published on: February 20 , 2019
Taking the University of Montpellier to the top of Europe—that is the project that has been realized…

Science Makes Its Way into the World of Soccer
Published on: June 20 , 2018
Soccer is a fast-paced game: on average, 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 professional 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 about and writing about the benefits of exercise in the fight against 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 remedy is movement.” We’ve been hearing this slogan for ages…

[LUM#5] My Teacher, the 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 skills—that’s the idea behind water rescue. Dive into…

College Sports: A Golden Season for UM!
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 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 karate world 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…