Geography & Environment

Shining Student Taralyn Niggli

Taralyn Niggli has enriched her education at the University of Lethbridge through field schools, independent studies, and active involvement in the Archaeology Club.

Dr. Bronwyn Bragg brings new insights to human geography at ULethbridge

As one of the newest faculty members in the Department of Geography at the University of Lethbridge, Dr. Bronwyn Bragg brings extensive expertise in human geography, focusing on labor, migration and the impacts of precarious work on families and communities.

Medal Winner Lawrenz Decano

Join us in congratulating medal winner Lawrenz Decano (BA '24)! Lawrenz took home the Faculty of Arts & Science (Art) Gold Medal at the Spring 2024 Convocation.

Shining Graduate Ikinainiahkii (Gently Singing), Camina Weasel Moccasin

Ikinainiahkii, Camina Weasel Moccasin's (BA '13, MA '24) pursuit of graduate studies at ULethbridge was driven by her dedication to Blackfoot culture. Reflected in her thesis focusing on Blackfoot sacred and significant sites, she aims to reform heritage management policy and procedure.

What’s the buzz? Pollinators are hard at work

Drs. Shelley Hoover and Dan Johnson share their expertise on pollinators.

Bachelor of Arts student Taylor Manns, Urban & Regional Studies major

Taylor's journey in work-integrated learning began with an applied study project in spring 2023, sparking her passion for urban planning and decolonization. Despite initial doubts, she thrived in a summer internship, excelling in research on collaboration best practices.

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.

Shining Student Bryanne Wandler

Bryanne Wandler has embraced every opportunity to seize rewarding opportunities at the University of Lethbridge, and this decision helped her navigate the university while discovering her passion for community planning and food security.

Rediscovering History: Locating Lost Graves with Advanced Geospatial Technologies

Rediscovering History: Locating Lost Graves with Advanced Geospatial Technologies is a pioneering partnership between the University of Lethbridge and Vulcan County. This project utilizes cutting-edge tech to locate unmarked graves in rural Southern Alberta.

Students to benefit from new TECTERRA bursaries

Two new annual bursaries worth $10,000 each will give ULethbridge students studying remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS) or geography a financial boost for the next five years thanks to a donation from TECTERRA.

Jesse Aspinall (BSc '20, MSc '23) monitors post-fire regeneration using remote sensing

With a master’s in geography, Jesse Aspinall (BSc '20, MSc '23) hopes to continue to grow professionally and personally in a field he is passionate about, wherever that should take him.

ULethbridge offers pathway to degree in Canadian Law at Australia's Bond University

If you're looking for a legal career, have a desire to enter the workplace as quickly as possible, and studying in a tropical setting appeals to you, check out the new dual degree program, offered jointly by ULethbidge and Bond University in Australia.

Shining Student Lawrenz Decano

A program that provided flexibility in program selection when applying to grad school was important to Shining Student Lawrenz Decano. The Urban and regional studies program allows him to explore the dynamics that inform architecture, instead of committing entirely to a career in architecture.

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 Noah MacLeod

This past summer, Shining Student Noah MacLeod landed his first co-op work term with the District of Sparwood in British Columbia, where he played an integral role in the area’s fire and emergency response.

Dr. Laura Chasmer

“By working together in a group, we are better equipped to solve the World's biggest problems than by trying to solve them on our own.”

Archaeology students unlock secrets of the past at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump

For archaeology students, getting their hands dirty is a highlight of their education. This past summer, archaeology undergraduate and graduate students had the chance to get grit under their fingernails during a field school at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump.

Connecting with school of graduate studies silver medal of merit, master of arts Mariah Besplug

Connect with Master of Arts (geography) graduate Mariah Besplug (BA/BEd '18, MA '22 as she shares her experiences from ULethbridge and celebrates winning the School of Graduate Studies Silver Medal of Merit, Master of Arts.

Connecting with 2022 Faculty of Arts & Science academic gold medal winner (science), Sam Gerrand

Sam Gerrand (BSc '22) is the recipient of the 2022 undergraduate gold medal (science) for the Faculty of Arts & Science. Sam was inspired by a wildfire that burned near his childhood home to better understand the effects of wildfires on landscapes.

Shining Graduate Deanna Andreschefski

Shining Student Deanna Andreschefski isn't rushing through her uLethbridge degree. Instead, she is taking every advantage to learn and grow by participating in work-integrated learning opportunities and spreading her course load through the summer months.

Q&A with Shining Graduate Alyssa No Runner (Ahkoiinnimakii)

Participating in research as an undergraduate student allowed Alyssa No Runner (Ahkoiinnimakii) (BSc '22) to learn about ways to educate the academic and non-indigenous community on Indigenous culture.

Meeting of the Minds 2022: Images of Research

Images of Research highlights ULethbridge graduate students' work. With a remarkable breadth and depth of research, submissions to the photography competition includes fascinating imagery few people have the opportunity to enjoy otherwise.

Vice-president research, Research and Innovation Services, Dr. Dena McMartin

"The quality of research being done here is exceptional and I’m honoured to be able to talk about and celebrate the discoveries, innovations, creativity and scholarship that our students, faculty and staff undertake." Dr. Dena McMartin is the vice president (research).

Professor Laura Chasmer

Dr. Laura Chasmer's research looks into the implications of peatland change and fire on ecosystem function, and how these impact communities, policy, and management.

Shining graduate - Nelson Eze (BSc '21)

Nelson Eze (BSc '21) graduates this spring with his Bachelor of Science majoring in Geography. His co-op experience working as a field research technician for Ag-Quest gave Nelson insight into applying scientific principles to practical world issues.