Caroline Zentner - ULethbridge Stories (Page 3)

Annette Bright signs off on a 43-year career

Annette Bright set her sights on working at the University of Lethbridge before she’d even finished high school. Born and raised in Emerson, Manitoba, she and her sister would travel to Picture

Niitsiitaakii (The Only Woman), Chataya Holy Singer (BFA - Indigenous Art '23), Administrative Assistant, Iniskim Indigenous Relations

Chataya Holy Singer always knew she wanted to be an artist so she enrolled in the Indigenous Art Studio program, graduating in 2023. She then joined ULethbridge as Administrative Assistant for Iniskim Indigenous Relations.

Randy Gettman, Manager, Supply Chain

A native of Coaldale, Randy joined ULethbridge in 2009 as a Purchasing Agent and became Supply Chain Manager in the fall of 2023. He is passionate about being in the mountains and taking road trips into the backcountry.

Dr. Ying Zheng, Instructor III, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry

In addition to teaching chemistry to ULethbridge students, Dr. Ying Zheng was one of the founders of the Lethbridge Chinese Cultural Dance Club.

Spencer Simkin (BMus '16), Academic Advisor and Program Coordinator for Health Services Management

After serving as a recruitment officer during the pandemic, Spencer Simkin moved to Academic Advising at the Calgary Campus. He also serves as the Program Coordinator for Health Services Management graduate programs.

Shining student Hala Higgy (BSc '09), Faculty of Health Sciences

As a mother with four children, Hala Higgy found the Graduate Certificate in Couple and Family Counselling was the best fit for her busy lifestyle.

Meet Connor Bunnage (BSc '23), Shining Kinesiology Student

Connor Bunnage knew he wanted to study kinesiology but two independent studies helped him decide on doing a master's degree.

Candace Dueck set to retire after 38 years

Longtime employee Candace Dueck is set to retire after 38 years of service to ULethbridge. She was the first Information Clerk hired in the '80s and, during her time, she has seen the University go from typewriters and fax machines to word processors and emailing.

Shining Graduate Iinisskiimmaki, Kirsten Lindley, is passionate about Indigenous culture and issues

Kirsten Lindley (BHSc '24) plans to centre Indigenous perspectives of health, including Indigenous languages, Indigenous food sovereignty and cultural practices, as health prevention and interventions.

Dr. Richelle Marynowski (BEd '94), Professor & Associate Dean, Faculty of Education and incoming Convocation Chief Marshal

Originally from Picture Butte, Dr. Richelle Marynowski has been a faculty member in the Faculty of Education since 2011. She has been appointed ULethbridge's next Convocation Chief Marshal.

CJ Johnson (BHSc '24) — Faculty of Health Sciences Gold Medal

CJ Johnson is passionate about breaking down barriers that hinder access to essential health-care services. She intends to pursue graduate studies and focus on enhancing mental health programs for marginalized groups.

Shining Graduate Anika Dirk sees a bright future ahead

Shining graduand Anika Dirk intends to pursue graduate studies and foresees a future working with clients who have experienced trauma, specifically post-traumatic stress disorder.

Gail MacKillican (BA '09), Privacy Officer and Legal Assistant, General Counsel and Privacy Office

Gail MacKillican has called Lethbridge home since 2005. In her role as Privacy Officer, she oversees FOIP processes at ULethbridge.

What’s the buzz? Pollinators are hard at work

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

Bonnie Takats, Administrative Assistant, Teaching Centre and Agility

Bonnie Takats joined the Teaching Centre and Agility team as administrative assistant in January.

Sandra Cowan (GD '22) Professional Librarian III, University Library

Tell us a little bit about yourself. I moved to Lethbridge in 2011 for a one-year contract at the ULethbridge Library and I’m still here, so that worked out well! I moved

Allan Besplug, Materials Handling Worker, Shipping and Receiving

After 35 years of service to the University of Lethbridge, Allan Besplug will be handing over the dozens of keys he carries every day to make sure packages get to their intended destination

Shea Mellow (BFA - Art/BEd '00, MEd '22) Educational Developer, Teaching Centre

Tell us a little bit about yourself. I grew up in Saskatchewan and came to Lethbridge based on its wonderful reputation for the education undergrad program. I met my future husband here and

Tiffany Morin, Instructor in Therapeutic Recreation, Faculty of Health Sciences

Therapeutic Recreation instructor Tiffany Morin volunteers with the Ovarian Cancer Canada Patient Partners in Research team. She is an advocate for change in research, diagnosis, treatment and life expectancy outcomes for people diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

Therapeutic Recreation graduate creates unique equine art program

Amanda Ervin developed a unique program using expressive arts for the Lethbridge Therapeutic Riding Association.

New endowed scholarship helps registered nurses pursue graduate studies at the University of Lethbridge

After a group of local nurses fundraised over several years, the Dr. Shannon Spenceley Legacy of Nursing Scholarship was established to help registered nurses who want to pursue graduate studies at ULethbridge.

Friend of Health Sciences Award honours Dr. Chris Hosgood

Former Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, Dr. Chris Hosgood, is the 2024 recipient of the Friend of Health Sciences Award.

Creating a legacy for rural well-being

A passion for science spurred Christine Burton and her twin daughters, Beverly and Tracy, to create the Burton Family Bursary for Women. As rural physicians, Beverly and Tracy and their fellow doctors at The Associate Clinic in Pincher Creek also established a scholarship.

Diana Koenig, Admission Specialist, Student Enrolment and Registrar Services

Working in admissions, Diana Koenig helps students realize their dream of attending university. Once here, she also helps them adjust to university life through the Kerber Friendship Program.

TJ Hanson, Associate Vice-President, Facilities

TJ Hanson is a self-described nerd who likes to design, build, upgrade, ruin and rebuild. An engineer, TJ has been with ULethbridge Facilities for 16 years.