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.
Deric Olsen (BFA - Multimedia '03), Professor and Chair of the Department of Drama Deric Olsen (BFA - Multimedia '03) found his passion for filmmaking after taking a course in Fine Arts as a liberal education requirement at ULethbridge.
Jarislowsky Foundation and Scotiabank invest in future leaders Dr. Susan Dieleman is the first Jarislowsky Chair in Trust and Political Leadership at ULethbridge.
Ulises Charles-Rodriguez (PhD '23) leverages health research and practical experiences to drive meaningful EDIB change After he successfully defended his PhD dissertation, Ulises Charles Rodriguez (PhD '23) realized he'd been transformed during his four years at ULethbridge
Taseera Lwanga, Manager, International Student Recruitment Taseera has a passion for cooking and enjoys experimenting with diverse dishes from all over Africa.
Dr. Harold Jansen, University Librarian, Dean of the School of Liberal Education, Professor of Political Science Board game aficionado, Edmonton Oilers fan and kitchen creative, Dr. Harold Jansen oversees the Library and the School of Liberal Education.
Meet Dr. Lisa Starr, Dean of the Faculty of Education Early on in her career in education, Dr. Lisa Starr learned to remain open to possibilities and take risks, both of which have served her well throughout her career.
Dr. Heather Davis-Fisch, Dean of Fine Arts, Professor, Department of Drama As the new Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts, Dr. Heather Davis-Fisch looks forward to seeing students develop as artists and critical thinkers.
Dr. Susan Dieleman, Jarislowsky Chair in Trust and Political Leadership, Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy Dr. Susan Dieleman is the inaugural Jarislowsky Chair in Trust and Political Leadership. Her career has taken her from Nova Scotia to Saskatchewan to Missouri and Illinois and now, to Alberta.
Sandra Langat, International Recruitment Officer A study-abroad experience was life-changing for Sandra Langat and she hopes to give international students the same experience by encouraging them to attend ULethbridge.
Dr. Davinder Dhalla (PhD '23), Health and Safety Advisor, Campus Safety Dr. Davinder Dhalla (PhD '23) recently joined the Campus Safety team as a Health and Safety Advisor.
Heather Takahashi (BA '04), Interim Associate Vice President, Human Resources Heather Takahashi (BA '04) grew up in Yellowknife and came to ULethbridge after high school with the idea of becoming a teacher. An internship with the Government of the Northwest Territories sparked her interest in human resources.
Dawn-Ann Thys, Student Enrolment and Registrar Services, Admissions Specialist Dawn-Ann Thys helps students make their dreams come true! As an admissions specialist, she helps students through the whole admission process
Dr. Paige Pope, Associate Professor, Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education An all-around athlete, Dr. Paige Pope studied physical education when she entered university. She caught the research bug after doing an independent study and that led her to a career in academia.