Catharine Reader - ULethbridge Stories (Page 9)

Research Internship Concentration - fourth-year biological sciences student Katrina Taylor

"The RIC has been instrumental in helping me build my CV. I have gained experience and scholarships that will help me get into medical school. It also helped me develop a love for research that is very beneficial for medical professionals." ~ Katrina Taylor

Research Internship Concentration - fourth-year biological sciences student Chloe Devoy

"I have thoroughly enjoyed the friendships that I have made in the RIC and being a part of such a tight-knit group of like-minded students. I have also loved having the opportunity to present at conferences and publish my research!" ~ Chloe Devoy

Research Internship Concentration - first-year biological sciences student Rylie Mooney

"My favourite part of the RIC is probably how much of a community it is. Since entry into the program is competitive, the class size is smaller. My class only has nine people in it, but it's amazing because we can all bounce ideas and plans off each other and help with editing." ~ Rylie Mooney

Global Citizenship Cohort - Chase Petruska

Second-year neuroscience student Chase Petruska chose the University of Lethbridge because this is where the CCBN is. The new science building and the smaller class sizes were also a draw. Last year, Chase participated in the Global Citizenship Cohort (GCC) in the Changing Worldviews theme.

Global Citizenship Cohort - Natalia Vanzo Jais

Second-year archaeology and geography student Natalia Vanzo Jais hails from Florianópolis, Brazil. She chose the University of Lethbridge because it was the only institution where she could study archaeology and geography in the same program.

Global Citizenship Cohort - Abdelmomen Ghedeir-Ahmed

First-year neuroscience student Abdelmomen Ghedeir-Ahmed travelled south from Cold Lake, Alberta, to attend the University of Lethbridge. He chose uLethbridge because of the world-class neuroscience program. Abdelmomen is currently participating in the Global Citizenship Cohort.

Global Citizenship Cohort - Rejoice Makiwa

First-year neuroscience student Rejoice Makiwa chose the University of Lethbridge because she heard we have a spectacular neuroscience program. Rejoice is participating in the Challenging Worldviews cohort of the Global Citizenship Cohort (GCC).

Global Citizenship Cohort - Emma Marnik

First-year student Emma Marnik chose the University of Lethbridge because of the reputation of the environmental science program. Moving to Lethbridge, all the way from Whitehorse in the Yukon was a big and intimidating move. But the small-town feel of Lethbridge and the U of L was welcoming.

PhD student Ben Dosu investigates drinking water security in rural Ghana

PhD student Ben Dosu's current research investigates drinking water security in rural Ghana. #worldwaterday

Dr. Maura Hanrahan examines water insecurity from an Indigenous perspective

Dr. Maura Hanrahan conducts research from an Indigenous perspective bringing ongoing examples of environmental injustice, including water insecurity, to national arenas like the Supreme Court of Canada and to international journals.

MSc student Carolyn Simonis questions if platinum and palladium inhibit the chemosensory response in rainbow trout

MSc student Carolyn Simonis questions if platinum and palladium inhibit the chemosensory response in rainbow trout.

Dr. James Byrne's research hopes to advance climate change action to protect humanity, ecosystems, and water systems

Through his scientific research, Department of Geography and Environment professor Dr. James Byrne hopes to advance climate change action to protect humanity, ecosystems, and water systems.

Brain Awareness Week

uLethbridge is proud to take part in Brain Awareness Week March 15-19, a worldwide celebration highlighting advances in understanding the brain and its impact on overall health.

Shining Student Matthew Hammer Builds a Career Path Through Co-op and Independent Studies Research

We recently caught up with fifth year neuroscience student Matthew Hammer to learn more about his uLethbridge experience and his plans for the future.

Shining Graduate Student Claire Niehaus is Asking Many Questions and Learning from Leaders in Neuroscience

In celebration of Brain Awareness Week, we caught up with second-year neuroscience grad student Claire Niehaus (BSc '19) to learn more about her uLethbridge experience and her plans for the future.

Introducing David B Hobbs

David B Hobbs joined the University of Lethbridge in the midst of a global pandemic, as an assistant professor in the Department of English. We asked David a few questions so that we can all get to know him a bit better. Introducing David B Hobbs.

Introducing Jean-Denys Hamel

Hailing from Quebec City and joining us from his postdoc position at Berkeley, Jean-Denys Hamel will join the U of L as an assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry in January 2021. We asked JD a few questions to get to know him better. Introducing Jean-Denys Hamel.

Introducing Chelsea Ekstrand

Chelsea Ekstrand joined the University of Lethbridge in the midst of a global pandemic, as an assistant professor in the Department of Neuroscience. We asked Chelsea a few questions so that we can all get to know her a bit better. Introducing Chelsea Ekstrand.

Shining Graduate, Brayden Pitcher, BSc '20

As an undergraduate student, Brayden Pitcher worked to build connections, both with his professors and his peers. Through those connections, he researched ways in which we can improve the teaching of work-related skills for students with disabilities. Learn more about his uLethbridge experience.

PUBlic Professor Series presents Dr. Gail Michener

Dr. Gail Michener is scheduled to share her research as part of the PUBlic Professor Series in the 2020/21 season. As an introduction to Gail, we recorded a Q&A session with her on the perceptions of a common prairie rodent.

Undergraduate Neuroscience Conference Hosted Online in August 2020 draws speakers and presenters across the country

The University of Lethbridge’s Neuroscience Club and Canadian Center for Behavioural Neuroscience (CCBN) banded together in August to host the 2020 Undergraduate Neuroscience Conference (UNC) online with keynote speakers and presenters from across the country.

PUBlic Professor Series presents Dr. Janay Nugent

History professor, Dr. Janay Nugent, shares her research as part of the PUBlic Professor Series. Here you can access the original talk as well as a newly recorded Q&A (recorded in summer 2020) on the history of children and youth.

PUBlic Professor Series presents Dr. Louise Barrett

Psychology professor, Dr. Louise Barrett, shares her research as part of the PUBlic Professor Series. Here you can access the original talk as well as a newly recorded Q&A (recorded in summer 2020) on our place in nature, and why the “two cultures” of art and science are really just one.

PUBlic Professor Series presents Dr. Trevor Harrison

Dr. Trevor Harrison is scheduled to share his research as part of the PUBlic Professor Series in the 2020/21 season. As an introduction to Trevor, we recorded a Q&A session on the interdisciplinary view of sociology held by Dr. Trevor Harrison and how this informs his research.

PUBlic Professor Series presents Dr. Elizabeth Galway

Dr. Elizabeth Galway is scheduled to share her research as part of the PUBlic Professor Series in the 2020/21 season. As an introduction to Elizabeth, we recorded a Q&A session on the value of reading and studying children’s literature.