Leo Ochieng grateful to have worked on the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic The reputation of the nursing program drew Leo Ochieng to ULethbridge, giving him the opportunity to care for COVID-19 patients during his rural clinical rotation.
Tyler Hayward, Interim Manager, Printing Services Tyler Hayward has seen quite an evolution in printing technology since he started back in 1986 and to this day, he enjoys getting back into the print shop and working on the 1950s-era Heidelberg Letterpress.
Marci Craig, Conference & Event Services, administrative assistant Marci Craig has been with ULethbridge for more than 20 years and has worked in several departments during that time, allowing her to build a wide network across the University.
Annika Zieber sees many career options in nursing Annika Zieber is in her fourth year in the Bachelor of Nursing program and foresees a career full of opportunities.
Dr. Saurya Das, Professor, Department of Physics & Astronomy As a theoretical physicist, Dr. Saurya Das is interested in fundamental questions such as where the universe came from and what its ultimate fate might be.
Ward Ackerman (BFA - New Media '11), Systems Support Specialist II, IT Client Services When you have a technological glitch, it's people like Ward Ackerman (BFA - New Media '11) who help get you back on track in no time at all!
Shining Student Allan Blake Tailfeathers Allan Blake Tailfeathers is in his final year of studies in the addictions counselling program. As a recovering drug/alcohol addict himself, Blake is determined to help others heal from addiction.
Coffee with David After 42-and-a-half years, Dr. David Naylor is set to retire at the end of the year.
Julia Wasilewski (BA '05, BFA - Multidisciplinary '07), Assistant Professor, Department of Drama Julia Wasilewski teaches in the Tech and Design Program in the drama department where she specializes in costume design, mask making, stage makeup, scenic paint and alternative materials.
Dr. Jamal Mansour, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology Dr. Jamal Mansour studies eyewitness memories, police lineups, and the weapon focus effect.
Adam Addison, Health & Safety Advisor, Safety Services Originally from Sparwood, B.C., Adam Addison is ULethbridge's newest Health & Safety Advisor.
Dr. Susan Findlay, Associate Chair of the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, Instructor III Dr. Susan Findlay fell in love with teaching when she was eight years old and had her first job as a chess tutor. She's been teaching chemistry at ULethbridge for almost 20 years.
Shining student Mahala Swisterski found her mentors at ULethbridge Alumna Mahala Swisterski's career direction took a turn after she attended a Graduate Studies open house. There she found the public health graduate program and knew it was the right path for her.
Shining Student Virginia Ridge aims for a career in addictions counselling Virginia Ridge balances full-time studies with raising her three children. She intends to work as an addictions counsellor and complete a graduate degree in the future.
Shining Student Tannis Chartier Tannis Chartier found her perfect career direction with therapeutic recreation. In addition to her studies, she volunteers with a recreation program and works on a physical rehabilitation unit.
Carla Buziak (BA '91, MC '14), Academic Advisor, Faculty of Arts & Science Tell us a little bit about yourself. I was born and raised just down Highway 3 in Medicine Hat. The summer after high school, I received a call from Medicine Hat College inviting
Honouring the life and work of Chava Rosenfarb, a prominent Canadian Yiddish writer Professor Emerita of English Goldie Morgentaler attended events in Lodz, Poland as part of the celebrations for her mother during The Year of Chava Rosenfarb (LLD '06).
Dr. Christopher Burton, Associate Professor, Department of History & Religion Russian history gripped Dr. Christopher Burton when he was a high school student. He pursued it through his post-secondary education and landed at ULethbridge in 2003 where he usually teaches Modern European History.
Kendra Fuglerud, Assistant Registrar, Curriculum and Student Records, SEARS Kendra Fuglerud moved to Lethbridge from Saskatchewan at age 18, never intending to stay. But stay she has, and built a diverse and successful career working in the post-secondary sector in the process.
Volunteering is a passion for Shining Student Ladan Yousef Ladan Yousef's goal is to pursue graduate studies in public health. She's an avid volunteer and dedicates her time to unhoused people in Calgary.
Flexahopper Plastics supports ULethbridge students Flexahopper president and alumnus Bill Spenceley (BSc '81) supports ULethbridge's scholarship campaign to help students with the costs of post-secondary education and to recognize their achievements.
Varzari family establishes new bursary to help students in need Chancellor Emerita Dr. Janice Varzari (BN '90, MEd '02, LLD '21) and her husband Glenn established the Varzari Family Bursary Fund to help support students in need.
Crooks’ gift helps prepare students for the world of work The Crooks Work-Integrated-Learning Program in Liberal Education gives students like Alieza Cyr the opportunity to use what they learn in the classroom in a work setting.
Patricia Jonzon (BFA - Multidisciplinary '14), Costume Shop/Props Assistant Patricia Jonzon joined the Costume Shop at ULethbridge in August 2022. An enthusiastic creator, she knits, spins her own yarn, sews, designs and stitches up costumes.
Creating change in continuing care homes Dr. Sienna Caspar will discuss her research into person-centred care in continuing-care facilities.