The University of Lethbridge, The Blackfoot Confederacy and The Mastercard Foundation: The Three Sisters of Indigenous education Recently, ULethbridge hosted representatives from the Mastercard Foundation and from institutions across Canada to share lessons, best practices, innovations and reflections from the past year and discuss how each partner is working to create systems change in the communities they serve.
Artist Migueltzinta Solís (MFA '19, PhD '23) reflects on his artistic practice and Pride Artist and Assistant Professor in Art, Dr. Migueltzinta Solís (MFA '19, PhD '23) reflects on his artistic practice, his research and how he recognizes Pride.
Department of Art honours student excellence with annual awards Read about some of the recipients of the Department of Art awards and view their artwork.
Q&A with Shining Graduate Quinn Larder Quinn Larder (BFA '22) graduates this spring. At ULethbridge, Quinn took part in numerous mainstage theatrical productions and was the recipient of the prestigious Play Right Prize in 2020.
Q&A with Shining Graduate Jared Gyorffy Jared Gyorffy (BFA '20) is a recent graduate in the Faculty of Fine Arts, earning a degree in new media with great distinction in 2020.
Avery Raine finishes her education a winner Avery Raine (BA '22) took a risk moving to Lethbridge for post-secondary, but says she is immensely grateful for the time she has spent earning her degree at the University of Lethbridge.
Colton Vanhooren hopes to make his research a reality As Colton Vanhooren (BFA '22) finishes his degree, he is looking ahead to his next adventure and reflecting on the experiences that inspired him along the way.
Q&A with Shining Graduate Sydney Shade, Míínaakii Dhillon School of Business student Sydney Shade, Míínaakii (BMgt '22) is proud to be crossing the stage to receive her degree in Accounting.
ULethbridge art department significantly shapes Courtney Faulkner’s artistic practice Courtney Faulkner has made memories to last a lifetime during her time as a student at the University of Lethbridge. As they prepare to cross the stage and begin their next journey, Courtney reflects on their time spent at ULethbridge.
Guitar instructor Iliana Matos Vega marks significant milestones as she celebrates her first full studio Hailed by critics as “the guitar guru”, world-renowned guitarist and studio teacher in the Faculty of Fine Arts Iliana Matos Vega adds another feather in her cap as she celebrates a significant milestone at the University of Lethbridge.
EleV Navigator Team receives a Blackfoot name to set their paths forward in a good way As the six members of the EleV Navigator Team prepare to go into the Blackfoot Confederacy communities of Kainai, Piikani and Siksika, they are being given a traditional sendoff.
Three ULethbridge students win Play Right Prize for compelling scripts From stories on the family of Albert Einstein, to a heart-racing plane crash, to meditations on the afterlife, these stories represent the breadth of curiosity and imagination that three University of Lethbridge students have.
Kirsten Meiszinger (BFA '16), programs coordinator, Art Gallery Meet Kirsten Meiszinger (BFA '16), programs coordinator for the ULethbridge Art Gallery. "I get to be with people when they experience art for the first time or in a new way, and that is magical."
Fine Arts student Jordan Hanas builds critical skills in collections care during Art Gallery internship Jordan Hanas was not expecting to fall in love with art history when she started her education at ULethbridge, but she knows for certain she’s on the right path.
Green Shirt Day 2022 delivers an important message with new logo designed by ULethbridge alumnus Joshua Wong (BFA - New Media/BMgt ’20) Organ donation changes and saves lives—up to eight, to be exact, from one person's donation. For Green Shirt Day 2022, Canadians are encouraged to register as organ donors and wear green to mark their support for organ donation.
Rock your Mocs: Stories from the ULethbridge community For Indigenous Awareness Week, the University of Lethbridge Iikaisskini Indigenous Student Centre has been collecting photos and stories about moccasins from students, staff and faculty. Learn more about moccasins from Elder Shirlee Crow Shoe.
Chataya Holy Singer's logo design inspired by the iniskim Chataya Holy Singer, emerging Blackfoot artist and Indigenous Studio Art student, wove Blackfoot culture and tales of the buffalo and buffalo hunters into her commissioned logo design for the 2022 Moonlight Run.
Margot Aasman, financial officer, Faculty of Fine Arts Meet Margot Aasman, the financial officer for the Faculty of Fine Arts. "I have enjoyed the wide scope of my current position that has made my job so rewarding."
Alumna Kennedy Greene (BFA - Dramatic Arts ’13) is on the right path with her career in stage management Working in theatre was not always part of University of Lethbridge alumna Kennedy Greene’s (BFA ’13) career plan, but it did become her calling.
Glenda Martens (BFA '03), digital media specialist (design), Teaching Centre Meet Glenda Martens, the Digital Media Specialist (Design) for the Teaching Centre.
University of Lethbridge Art Gallery features works from Frederick J. Brown for Black History Month Happy Black History Month from the University of Lethbridge Art Gallery! This month we are sharing the work of American artist Fredrick J. Brown from our collection.
Art studio student Kaela Murphy explores crossed boundaries through her growing work on hair Art Studio student Kaela Murphy discusses her work and artistic practice, which explores interactions of boundaries and hair, and alongside of it, her sense of self.
Highlighting the University of Lethbridge African Caribbean Association The University of Lethbridge African Caribbean Association (ULACSA) is a student club that encourages interaction between members of the African and Caribbean cultures to come together and promote cultural exchange.
Student-curated exhibition focusing on the body in art opens in the uLethbridge Art Gallery For art history student Kelsey Black, curating the uLethbridge Art Gallery’s latest exhibition has been the highlight of her undergraduate program.
Elders in Residence offer campus community spiritual and emotional support Through traditional teachings and storytelling, the Blackfoot Elders in Residence at the University of Lethbridge offers guidance, cultural support, and encouragement to the campus community. The Carolla (Napiakii) Calf Robe Elders and Ceremony
