Émilien Gailleton, a player for Section Paloise and a French international, holds a master’s degree in STAPS from UPPA

UPPA Alumni extends its congratulations to Émilien Gailleton, who has just earned his Master's degree in Sports Science (STAPS) from the University of Pau and Pays de l’Adour!

A player for Section Paloise and a French international, he adds another achievement to a journey marked by successfully balancing higher education and elite-level sport. This graduation reflects the commitment and perseverance required to pursue a demanding academic program while building a professional sporting career.

During the graduation ceremony, Émilien Gailleton also marked the occasion by presenting a signed Section Paloise jersey. A gesture that reflects his strong connection to UPPA and his student journey.

The entire UPPA Alumni community extends its congratulations and wishes him every success in the next stages of his journey, both on the field and in his future professional endeavors.

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Master's Degree STAPS Entraînement et optimisation de la performance sportive (EOPS)

In the photo, from left to right: Frédéric Noé, Head of the STAPS Department – Laurent Bordes, President of UPPA – Émilien Gailleton – Émilie Guyard, Director of the Social Sciences and Humanities College (SSH)
– Photo credit: Section Paloise