Environmental Science - ULethbridge Stories

Shining Student Emma Marnik

Emma Marnik has embraced every opportunity to learn and grow at ULethbridge, combining her passion for environmental science with hands-on experiences in the lab and field.

Shining Student Natalie Krizan, Environmental Science major

Starting with an open mind about her academic path, environmental science student Natalie Krizan discovered her passion for environmental science and sociology at the University of Lethbridge, forging a unique and multidisciplinary academic journey.

Makenna Kleiner discovers a passion for wildlife and the environment at ULethbridge

Makenna Kleiner is a BSc Environmental Science student who chose ULethbridge due to its outstanding science programs and the incredible facilities in the Science Commons. Makenna discovered her passion for environmental science and wildlife after taking courses in biology.

Dilini Abeyrama - School of Graduate Studies Medal of Merit, Doctor of Philosophy

Dilini Abeyrama (PhD ’23), a dedicated scientist from Sri Lanka, has earned the Graduate Studies Silver Medal of Merit (PhD) at ULethbridge. Her journey is truly inspiring, reflecting her unwavering dedication to academia.

Shining Student Apryl Nish

Taking her knowledge into the field, this past summer Shining Student Apryl Nish conducted research on Akamina Valley regrowth following the 2017 Kenow Fire in Waterton, Alberta.

Shining Student Dustin Snider

Dustin Snider participated in an exciting applied study where he researched Long-toed salamanders through the Southern Alberta Rockies. Dustin chose environmental science at ULethbridge because of the smaller class sizes, welcoming atmosphere and the opportunity to build connections with faculty.

Q&A with Fall 2022 graduate Aaron Charchuk

Aaron Charchuk (BSc '22) graduates this fall with a Bachelor of Science majoring in environmental science. At ULethbridge, scholarships helped Aaron spend less time worrying about his budget and more time on his studies and extracurriculars.

Interdisciplinary Teaching Brings Three Classes Together to Explore Issues from Different Perspectives

Environmental anthropologist and associate professor Dr. Jodie Asselin believes interdisciplinarity might be our only hope. This idea led to the inaugural Tri-Disciplinary Consortium, where 122 students across three disciplines worked together to break down highly complex environmental issues.

Global Citizenship Cohort - Emma Marnik

First-year student Emma Marnik chose the University of Lethbridge because of the reputation of the environmental science program. Moving to Lethbridge, all the way from Whitehorse in the Yukon was a big and intimidating move. But the small-town feel of Lethbridge and the U of L was welcoming.

The Global Citizenship Cohort and Co-op Opportunities Inspired Antoine Gendron to Create Environmental Change

After his final project in the GCC, Antoine was invited to sit as a board member on the Oldman Watershed Council from June 2017 until June 2019. He founded the Earth Day Symposium, an event that continues four years later, as well as having completed a sixteen-month co-op at Agri-Food Canada.

Dr. James Byrne's research hopes to advance climate change action to protect humanity, ecosystems, and water systems

Through his scientific research, Department of Geography and Environment professor Dr. James Byrne hopes to advance climate change action to protect humanity, ecosystems, and water systems.

Valentina Ibarra Galvis

"Our fearlessness, determination, analytical minds, and our ability to look beyond ourselves to improve our understanding of the world around us will propel us into a new era of science."

Mandi Parker (BSc '99)

"Be inquisitive about the world around you, ask lots of questions, and wonder 'Why' about everything."