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Introducing the Poomaksin Pens Award: Carrying the word forward

The Dhillon School of Business is proudly launching a new annual tradition: the Poomaksin Pens Award, created to honour a graduating Indigenous student who exemplifies academic excellence, cultural strength and leadership. “Poomaksin” is

Dhillon School of Business 1 min read

Welcome Dr. Amy Mack (BA '13, MA '16) to the Faculty of Fine Arts

Dr. Amy Mack (BA '13, MA '16) is coming back to the University of Lethbridge as an assistant professor in the Department of New Media. An alum of the University, she was recognized with the Alumni Association's Young Alumni Award in 2023 as a a key voice in advancing global human rights.

Faculty of Fine Arts 2 min read

Welcome Pat Chan Lai Ngo to the Faculty of Fine Arts

Pat Chan Lai Ngo joins the University of Lethbridge as an assistant professor in the Department of Drama. She is a theatre educator, director and choreographer.

Faculty of Fine Arts 2 min read

Welcome (back) Dr. Holly De Caigny to the Faculty of Fine Arts

Dr. Holly De Caigny has become a mainstay in the University of Lethbridge Faculty of Fine Arts. She is an assistant professor in the Department of Music and the director of the ULethbridge Wind Orchestra.

Faculty of Fine Arts 2 min read

Finding Confidence and Purpose Through Co-op

Meet Jacqueline | Proactive | Enthusiastic | Research Driven Program: Bachelor of Arts | Major: Women and Gender Studies Jacqueline Ahenkorah, a dedicated student in her final year of the Women and Gender Studies program, embodies perseverance

Experiential & Work-Integrated Learning 3 min read

Bridging Drama and Education Through Storytelling

Carson’s last semester at ULethbridge ended on a memorable note when he became involved with the Storyteller at Large Applied Studies program.

Experiential & Work-Integrated Learning 4 min read

Meet Dr. Amir Akbary, Professor, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science

Having taught for the past 25 years, Dr. Amir Akbary especially enjoys learning what his former students have been up to and see how they've grown.

Faculty & Staff 2 min read

Connecting Minds Through Neuroscience and Storytelling

Alisha’s second year at ULethbridge was enriched when she became involved with the Storyteller at Large Applied Studies program.

Experiential & Work-Integrated Learning 3 min read

University of Lethbridge researchers earn Digital Research Alliance grants

Four ULethbridge scholars received $35,000 each for digital research infrastructure projects that advance equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.

Accessibility, Belonging and Community 3 min read

Carly Grandberg working to be like the teachers that inspired her teaching dreams

Carly Grandberg has always dreamed of being a teacher. Now having completed two student-teaching practicums with the Faculty of Education, she attributes many of her positive experiences in the classroom to the educators that inspired her as a kid.

Faculty of Education 4 min read

Melodies of the past: Insights into pop music with Dr. Emily Gale

University of Lethbridge Assistant Professor in Musicology/Ethnomusicology, Dr. Emily Gale, is an expert in sentimental songs and the feelings they evoke in listeners.

Public Professor Series 4 min read

Where theatre meets neuroscience: A one-of-a-kind class at ULethbridge

At the University of Lethbridge, learning doesn’t stay in the classroom. In a unique summer course called Theatre for Scientific Purposes, fine arts and science students and professors work side by side on real-world brain research.

Faculty of Fine Arts 2 min read

Dhillon School of Business team places second at HRC West 2025

Four Dhillon School of Business students — Nikki Neave, Mmesoma Ezebuala, Chine Rajafa and Deon Davidson — recently put their human resource (HR) skills to the test at HRC West 2025, a prestigious case competition

Dhillon School of Business 3 min read

Mentors from the Faculty of Arts & Science inspire next generation of science leaders

The University of Lethbridge continues to champion youth innovation and scientific exploration through meaningful mentorship.

Faculty of Arts & Science 2 min read

Shining Student Erik Wright

An experienced culinary professional, Erik Wright wants to share his lived experiences and natural sense of curiosity with students in hopes of inspiring the next generation of culinary lovers.

Faculty of Education 3 min read

Art students gain hands-on experience through Gushul Residency

Each year, two Fine Arts students are selected for a month-long Gushul Residency, where they develop their practice in an immersive environment, supported by mentorship from faculty in the Art department.

Faculty of Fine Arts 6 min read

Meet Jackie Mueller, Manager, Facilities Administration

A 35-year employee at ULethbridge, Jackie Mueller is the go-to person for her department for any questions related to the past.

Faculty & Staff 2 min read

Shining Student Jessica Mustard

From childhood swimming lessons and science camps to tagging along with her dad in university lectures, this Jessica Mustard has been connected to the University of Lethbridge for as long as she can remember.

Shining Students 3 min read

School of Graduate Studies Silver Medal of Merit, Master of Education winner: Brandon Good

Brandon's ULethbridge experience has been marked by his graduate research deepening the understanding of the work of K-12 educators.

Spring 2025 Convocation 2 min read

Shining Student Troy Josey

Troy Josey, a second-year physics student at the University of Lethbridge, is making waves in research while embracing every opportunity to learn, grow, and explore the natural world.

Shining Students 4 min read

Shannon McAlorum, Professional Librarian, University Library

Shannon McAlorum joined the ULethbridge team in 2023. An avid reader, she maintains a Little Free Library in Riverstone.

Faculty & Staff 2 min read

Dhillon School of Business Gold Medal Winner Ashley Pierson

Ashley Pierson, recipient of the Dhillon School of Business Gold Medal, is a standout graduate whose academic journey combined business, public health and a passion for research. From transformative international exchange experiences in

Spring 2025 Convocation 4 min read

Faculty of Health Sciences Gold Medal Winner Kome Obrutu

Resilient, capable, systems thinker. Bachelor of Health Sciences graduate Kome Obrutu (BHSc '25) stayed open to exploring possibilities during her education at ULethbridge which led her to a lot of learning opportunities and a wide range of experiences.

Spring 2025 Convocation 3 min read

Winner of the School of Graduate Studies Medal of Merit AND Academic Medal of the Governor General of Canada - Gold Medal (Graduate) Ogochukwu Onyeso

Ogochukwu Onyeso (PhD '25) sees winning these medals as a representation of academic excellence and resilience and also as a testament to the inclusive and supportive environment fostered by the University of Lethbridge through its genuine commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Spring 2025 Convocation 4 min read

Faculty of Fine Arts Gold Medal Winner Keely Evanoff

Hard working, musical, talented. Bachelor of Music graduate Keely Evanoff (BMus '25) took her learning into her own hands and made her program one to remember.

Spring 2025 Convocation 2 min read
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