Shining Student Kaitlyn Stevens chooses to look at the bright side of life Kaitlyn Stevens hasn't let health issues slow her down now that she's found a passion for biology, and she's taken the initiative to pursue every opportunity for even greater exposure in that field.
Global Citizen Cohort paves the way for Shining Student Dakota Huddlestun's journey Participating in the Global Citizen Cohort not only provided Dakota Huddlestun with a smoother transition into university, it helped spark his interest in anthropology, thanks to some passionate professors.
Shining Student Mavis Chan takes the initiative to pursue professional and personal growth Pursuing a career in archaeology wasn't a longtime dream of Mavis Chan, but once she set her sights on the field she has taken great initiative to seize every opportunity available to broaden her expertise.
Shining Graduate Samantha Scott's ULethbridge journey took a change of course Samantha Scott (BA Co-op '24) credits the University's liberal education philosophy with helping her find the right career path, and since then she's taken every opportunity to separate herself from the rest of the crowd in the world of work.
Shining Student Piitakomii (Eagle Calling) Marla Medicine Shield, Addictions Counselling major Piitakomii (Eagle Calling) Marla Medicine Shield credits an international exchange and enrolment in the Indigenous Student Success Certificate for broadening her horizons and allowing her to explore multiple career pathways.
Shining Student Michael Veltri claims unique honour Last year, neuroscience student Michael Veltri participated in a co-op work opportunity with the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry. In the process, he became the first person at ULethbridge ever to study metabolite data from plant material via 1H NMR spectroscopy.
iGEM competitions prove a highlight for Shining Student Jason Luddu Two opportunities to compete with the University's International Genetically-Engineered Machine team in Paris, including a gold medal showing in the most recent competition, helped Jason Luddu realize he can do anything he sets his mind to.
Alumni couple’s enduring love story took root at University of Lethbridge Alumni Don and Judi Hall fondly recall their first meeting at the University of Lethbridge, their journey together for more than five decades and their time as struggling married students and their desire to give back in the form of a scholarship.
Dr. Jennifer Geddes-McAlister on International Day of Women and Girls in Science: be the difference Alumna Dr. Jennifer Geddes-McAlister provides words of inspiration and reflects on her own journey as a woman in science, to mark International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
Shining Student Bhawana Pradhan Choosing ULethbridge for its unique undergraduate public health program, Bhawana Pradhan combines her passion for healthcare with a major in economics, with her eyes on a future in healthcare.
Work-integrated learning proves its worth to Shining Student Sara Hutchinson Sara Hutchinson can't speak highly enough about the benefits of work-integrated learning experiences and advises students just beginning their educational journey to take every opportunity available to them at the University.
Maleeka Thomas has a passion for student advocacy Maleeka Thomas is grateful for the opportunities the University of Lethbridge community has provided her, and the fourth-year sociology student – the first international and Black student to serve as President of the University of Lethbridge Students’ Union (ULSU) – is keen on returning the favour.
Work-integrated learning takes Shining Student Madison Bronk to new heights Work-integrated learning opportunities have provided biochemistry student Madison Bronk with not only greater confidence, they also validated her interest in research and helped her make valuable connections.
Indigenous Women’s Speaker Series offers something for community and student-organizers An Indigenous Women's Speaker Series, organized by Indigenous women, is a win-win situation for all involved. It will help Indigenous women scholars amplify their voice, while providing practical skills for the ULethbridge students involved.
Research symposium provides ULethbridge grad student a confidence boost Graduate student Rebeca Spencer learned many things at a summer research symposium put on by her anthropology professor, Dr. Jodie Asselin. Perhaps one of the most important lessons, as she pursues her MA, was that she belongs.
There are no borders to Dr. Sheila McManus’s research interest A childhood experience in southern Alberta helped spark decades of research into borders and borderlands by history professor Dr. Sheila McManus.
Semester at Sea opportunity a perfect fit for successful student Thanks to a scholarship made available through the Brawn Family Foundation, University of Lethbridge student Taylor Williams is getting the learning opportunity of a lifetime through Semester at Sea.
Alumnus pays tribute in autobiography to vital role University of Lethbridge played in achieving his dream The University of Lethbridge figures prominently in the recently-published autobiography of alumnus Desmond (Dez) Kamara, so it's only fitting the book will be launched here as well.
Faculty of Arts & Science welcomes new Acting Associate Dean, Ilsa Wong Ilsa Wong, the longtime Chair of the Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education, will be joining the Dean's Office in the Faculty of Arts & Science on a term-basis.
Dr. Jennifer Copeland ready to set sail on amazing leadership opportunity to Antarctica Dr. Jennifer Copeland will soon be off to Antarctica with almost 100 women from across the globe in a unique leadership initiative for those involved in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine (STEMM).
Students brush up on art skills to gain new perspective in biology class Student's in Professor Jenny Burke's biology class got a helping hand with their sketching exercise, thanks to a collaborative effort with the Faculty of Fine Arts.
Ukrainian Emergency Bursary helps Pronghorns women’s basketball team welcome Ukrainian nationals Serendipitously, ULethbridge had just approved a new Ukrainian Emergency Bursary designed to assist current and new students. A total of 10 two-semester bursaries were approved, providing students with full tuition and housing.
Students to benefit from new TECTERRA bursaries Two new annual bursaries worth $10,000 each will give ULethbridge students studying remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS) or geography a financial boost for the next five years thanks to a donation from TECTERRA.
Enhancing endowed support for students Acknowledging that increased financial support is critical in ensuring a university education remains an option for more students, the University of Lethbridge Board of Governors pledged $10 million in match funds for the establishment of new endowed student scholarships in 2022.
ULethbridge builds bridges to a future in engineering Calling all future engineers! If you're interested in engineering ULethbridge might be the perfect start for you. With smaller class sizes, a close-knit group of peers to support you and professors who know you by name, you will be set up for success in a unique way.