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Elizabeth Lepper

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Constance Day Chief addresses residential school impact in nursing curriculum

Constance Day Chief (BN ’17, MN ’21) is a change-maker. The Master of Nursing graduate saw a need to change the way nursing curriculum presents Indigenous peoples, which inspired her to focus on

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Incoming President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Digvir Jayas, earns Lieutenant Governor's Award

A day before he assumes his role as the seventh President and Vice-Chancellor for the University of Lethbridge's, Dr. Digvir Jayas has been named the 2023 recipient of the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration in Manitoba.

President & Vice-Chancellor 2 min read

Addictions Counselling program has been a life-changing experience for Virginia

Virginia Ridge, an Addictions Counselling major, came to ULethbridge as a college transfer student. Having experienced addiction first-hand, the knowledge and skills she's gained in the program have been life-changing.

addictions counselling 3 min read

ULethbridge R.E.C. Rooms: Refresh, Energize & Connect

ULethbridge students can refresh, energize and connect with R.E.C. Rooms!

Student Services 1 min read

Meeting of the Minds 2022: 3 Minute Thesis™

3 Minute Thesis is an international research communication competition originating from the University of Queensland. These talks are quick snapshots of some of the fascinating work ULethbridge students are doing.

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Meeting of the Minds 2022: Images of Research

Images of Research highlights ULethbridge graduate students' work. With a remarkable breadth and depth of research, submissions to the photography competition includes fascinating imagery few people have the opportunity to enjoy otherwise.

School of Graduate Studies 7 min read

Five questions with Master of Nursing graduate Chloe Crosschild

Chloe Crosschild - Iitapii’tsaanskiaki (BN '14, MN '14), RN, is a talented Blackfoot nursing scholar. For her outstanding Master of Nursing thesis, she developed unique Indigenous research methods based on Blackfoot Ways of Knowing. Read more about her educational and research journey.

Convocation 2 min read

Liam is presenting research projects worldwide

Liam Devitt thought their educational path was mapped out until a professor noticed their skill at research. Liam switched to a major in history and has since presented research projects at Lethbridge's Galt Museum & Archives, as well as at conferences in Toronto and London, U.K.

Shining Students 2 min read

Valentine is gaining work experience and research skills

When Valentine Deregnaucourt moved to Canada from France, she looked for a university known for its research programs,innovation and work-integrated learning.

Shining Students 2 min read

Zaynab is learning to prepare for life's uncertainties

Zaynab Enayetullah knew choosing public health was the right decision as she watched the rise of the COVID-19 pandemic during her second semester at uLethbridge.

Shining Students 1 min read

Alumna Jess Fehr (BA ’09) shares her top three philanthropic tips

A big misconception about philanthropy is that the only way to be philanthropic is to donate money. Learn how to start your own philanthropic journey with Jess's tips and tricks!

Alumni 2 min read

Five questions with Shining Graduate Jennifer Matosevic (BMus '18, BEd ’20)

In her final practicum, Jennifer's school administrator described her as a “highly skilled, reflective, and organized teacher." Her teacher mentors call her a “dedicated professional that strives for excellence,” and go on to say, “it has been an honour to teach and learn alongside her.”

Convocation 2 min read

Five questions with Shining Graduate Rita Lal (BSc/BEd '01, MEd '20)

Throughout her master’s program Rita maintained a 4.0 GPA and is now about to embark on doctoral studies; we wish her every success in her PhD.

Alumni 2 min read

Five questions with Shining Graduate Aimée Yurris (BHSc ’20)

During her practicum in Aboriginal Health, Aimée took the initiative to spearhead the uLethbridge Meal Exchange Chapter, a student group with the goal of advocating for a more sustainable, equitable campus food system, and connecting campus to the national student food security movement.

Convocation 2 min read

Five questions with Shining Graduate Elani Bykowski (BSc '18, MSc '20)

Proper rehabilitation is required after a traumatic brain or spinal cord injury to promote long-term recovery. Elani's studies focused on nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy as a more efficient, cost-effective alternative to CT scans and MRI for diagnosing brain and spinal cord injury.

Convocation 1 min read

Five questions with Shining Graduate Jessica (Lohues) Nelson (BEd/BSc ’20)

This year's Faculty of Education Gold Medal recipient, Jessica excelled in the classroom while at the same time goaltending for the uLethbridge Women’s Hockey team. Her field experience reports speak to a capable teacher that is knowledgeable, caring, fun and engaging.

Convocation 2 min read

Five questions with Shining Graduate Aimee Benoit (BA ’98, MSc ’16, PhD ’20)

Dr. Aimee Benoit’s award-winning research has made a significant contribution to our understanding of urban income inequality and the forces of social exclusion/inclusion. She is the recipient of the School of Graduate Studies Silver Medal of Merit (PhD) and the Governor General’s Gold Medal.

Convocation 2 min read

From Prairie to pharmacy: Haley Shade blends traditional knowledge with scientific approaches

In the Cancer Cell and Natural Product Laboratories at uLethbridge, biological sciences student Haley Shade is gaining valuable research experience testing prairie plants for anti-cancer compounds.

Shining Students 2 min read

Giving Tuesday Now = Thank You Tuesday

Giving Tuesday on May 5 is a global generosity movement aimed at helping communities respond to COVID-19. As we navigate this new and challenging time, uLethbridge is flipping the script to THANK YOU for giving.

Giving 2 min read

A Passion for Food Takes Student from Kitchen to Classroom and Back Again

A competitive baker in high school, Aimee attended the Culinary Arts program at NAIT before coming to uLethbridge to pursue a Bachelor of Health Sciences as an Aboriginal Health major.

Faculty of Health Sciences 1 min read

Shining Student | Alicia Barbieri - Art Studio

This week's Shining Student found more enriching opportunities as a uLethbridge student than were available to her in larger centres like Vancouver or Calgary. Meet Alicia!

Faculty of Fine Arts 1 min read

Shining Student | Jennifer Ralph (BMus '18) - Education

This week’s Shining Student, also a University of Lethbridge alumna, knew she wanted a personalized university experience. During a visit to uLethbridge for Student-for-a-Day, she found a supportive environment, welcoming professors and experiences to help hone her teaching skills. Meet Jen!

Alumni 1 min read

Shining Student | Sarah Orban - Kinesiology/Psychology

As a talented student athlete with Olympic aspirations in track cycling, this week's Shining Student knows the importance of keeping her balance. Meet Sarah!

Pronghorn Athletics 1 min read

Improving Health Care for Older Adults

Focusing on care for older adults in rural Alberta, Dr. Julia Brassolotto is using her interdisciplinary expertise as a social scientist and health-services researcher to examine how living in a rural area affects health and health care.

Research & Creative Activity 1 min read

uLethbridge Students Say Thanks

Earlier this fall, uLethbridge students wrote more than 600 thank-you cards to scholarship donors, sharing the impact financial awards have had on their educational journeys.

Scholarships 2 min read
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