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Allyssa Tuck (BA/BMgt '23), Social Media Coordinator, Ancillary Services

Allyssa Tuck (BA/BMgt '23) has come full circle from being a student fresh out of high school to working as a social media coordinator.

Meet Jacob Bachinger, Instructor III and Coordinator, Academic Writing Program

Jacob Bachinger has been with the Academic Writing Program since 2018, first as an Instructor and now as both the Coordinator of the program and an Instructor.

Corrin Klassen, Records and Information Manager, Information Technology Services

Tell us a little bit about yourself. I grew up in small town Manitoba. After high school, I received an Office Administration Diploma followed by a Dental Assistant Certificate. I worked for five

Sandeep Vig, General Manager, Compass Group, Chartwells

As General Manager with Compass Group, Sandeep Vig is dedicated to providing excellent food service on campus.

Meet Alex McEwan (BA/BEd '24), Indigenous STEM Program Coordinator, Destination Exploration and Arts & Science Outreach

Tell us a little bit about yourself. I grew up in Calgary but spent many summers in Lethbridge and the surrounding area, due to having family in this part of the province. After

Meet Susan Roulston (BMgt '22), MyExperience Transcript Advisor

As the MyExperience Transcript Advisor, Susan Roulston helps students make the most of their time at ULethbridge.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Devin Schafthuizen (BSc '24), Programmer Analyst, ITS Enterprise Applications

Working as a programmer analyst in the IT department suits Devin Schafthuizen to a tee because he loves breaking down complex issues and solving problems.

Megan Kienzle, Administrative Assistant, Academic Scheduling, Faculty of Education

As an Administrative Assistant for the Faculty of Education, Megan Kienzle is responsible for academic scheduling, a process that is sometimes like "high-stakes Tetris."

Shining student Sarah Thompson

After an independent research study involving people with Parkinson's disease, Sarah Johnson changed her focus to health care and she's never looked back!

Shining student Mich Arevalo

Mich Arevalo has always wanted to help and care for others, especially vulnerable populations. As a nurse, he is fulfilling his dream.

Virtual reality comes to the Simulation Health Centre

The Simulation Health Centre has two virtual reality headsets that students can use to practise their skills in a variety of immersive health scenarios.

Shining Student Elizabeth Orel (BSc '22)

After completing a bachelor's in kinesiology at ULethbridge, Elizabeth Orel was drawn to nursing to filfil her dream of pursuing a career in health care.

Meet Baz Skinner (BA - Dramatic Arts '18), Faculty of Fine Arts, Piiksinaasin, Community and Events Coordinator

Baz Skinner grew up in Lethbridge and at the University of Lethbridge. She first started working in the Box Office in 2010 and has worn many hats over the years.

Asheley Cowie, National Recruitment Manager, is signing off

After a 17-plus-year career at ULethbridge, Asheley Cowie is off to a new career adventure with the City of Lethbridge.

Meet Vicki Grisack, Governance Officer and Assistant to the Vice-Provost of Accessibility, Community and Belonging

Vicki Grisack is saying goodbye to her duties as Governance Officer and hello to retirement after 17 years. She's changed desks six times and worked under three presidents during her tenure.

Celebrating 30 years for the Ecumenical Campus Ministry and Rev. Canon Erin Phillips

Rev. Canon Erin Phillips has been with the Ecumenical Campus Ministry from the beginning. Serving students at Lethbridge Polytechnic and ULethbridge, she and her volunteers have been providing food, support and smiles to students for 30 years.

University to build funicular to improve access to UHall

The days of trudging up the hill from University Hall, sometimes two or three times a day, could be coming to a close as ULethbridge considers plans to build a funicular to connect

Arlene Curran, Faculty of Fine Arts, Head Scene Shop/Props Carpenter

As the Head Scenic Carpenter, Arlene Curran gets to exercise her creativity with every stage production. A journeyman carpenter, Curran has been with ULethbridge since 2002.

Kirsten Meiszinger (BFA - Studio Art '16), Programs Coordinator, Art Gallery

Kirsten Meiszinger found her niche in the art world after having a summer job in an art gallery and museum. She helps people of all ages engage in art and creative pursuits.

Mike Burland, Academic Advisor, Dhillon School of Business

Growing up in Lethbridge, Mike Burland had ties to ULethbridge even as a kid when he took classical guitar lessons on campus. He came back to campus to work as an International Recruitment Officer in 2015, a position that eventually led to his current job as an Academic Advisor.

Meet Jackie Fletcher (BA/BEd '03, MEd '20), Manager, Accessible Learning Centre

Alumna Jackie Fletcher brings a wealth of educational experience to her new position as Manager of the Accessible Learning Centre.