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Marci Craig, Conference & Event Services, administrative assistant

Marci Craig has been with ULethbridge for more than 20 years and has worked in several departments during that time, allowing her to build a wide network across the University.

faculty and staff 3 min read

Building professional artistic practice through the Gushul Residency

Nestled in the awe-inspiring mountains of the Crowsnest Pass lies two unassuming buildings–a cottage and a studio–dedicated to the professional development of established and emerging artists and creative professionals from around the world.

Faculty of Fine Arts 6 min read

Annika Zieber sees many career options in nursing

Annika Zieber is in her fourth year in the Bachelor of Nursing program and foresees a career full of opportunities.

Shining Students 2 min read

Shining Student Layton VandeStroet

Layton VandeStroet's academic journey at the University of Lethbridge has been marked by impactful experiential learning, engaging in independent studies on topics ranging from toxic alkaloids in grain feed to E. coli growth.

Faculty of Arts & Science 4 min read

Dr. Saurya Das, Professor, Department of Physics & Astronomy

As a theoretical physicist, Dr. Saurya Das is interested in fundamental questions such as where the universe came from and what its ultimate fate might be.

faculty and staff 1 min read

Working together to support Blackfoot Ways of Knowing, Learning and Being

The web is an integral part of our digital lives and, like all media, website design and development is a reflection of cultural values. This reflection influences what we see on a website and what we don’t; ways for us interact with it and ways to prevent site interaction.

Public Professor Series 3 min read

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.

Faculty of Arts & Science 4 min read

AuraWave technology project a first of its kind for Fine Arts

From an idea that started at a dining room table to a tangible project being discussed in corporate boardrooms, University of Lethbridge music professor Dr. Arlan Schultz is making his research a reality.

Faculty of Fine Arts 6 min read

Ward Ackerman (BFA - New Media '11), Systems Support Specialist II, IT Client Services

When you have a technological glitch, it's people like Ward Ackerman (BFA - New Media '11) who help get you back on track in no time at all!

faculty and staff 1 min read

Education Shining Student Rachele Preston juggling student leadership and becoming a teacher

Faculty of Education Shining Student Rachele Preston has taken every chance to get involved with the campus community during her time at the University of Lethbridge.

Faculty of Education 3 min read

Shining Student Allan Blake Tailfeathers

Allan Blake Tailfeathers is in his final year of studies in the addictions counselling program. As a recovering drug/alcohol addict himself, Blake is determined to help others heal from addiction.

Shining Students 3 min read

Shining Student Shada Aborawi

Beginning her academic adventure at the University of Lethbridge with a clear focus on political science, Shada Aborawi's curiosity led her to expand her studies into social studies education, adding a valuable layer to her educational experience.

Faculty of Arts & Science 5 min read

Education Abroad Student Story | Meghan

Meghan spent her spring 2023 semester studying Music Marketing and Management in the Netherlands. The semester left her with invaluable memories and life experience

Education Abroad 3 min read

Education Abroad Student Story | Amber

In the Spring 2023 term, Amber travelled across the world to study at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) in Malaysia, where she experienced tremendous personal growth.

Education Abroad 4 min read

Art History/Museum Studies student Raija Abbott curates student-centred exhibit

For University of Lethbridge Art History/Museum Studies student Raija Abbott, being able to curate a show of her peers' work is a highlight of her degree experience.

Faculty of Fine Arts 3 min read

Shining Student Francis Ayotte (BA '23), History major

Francis Ayotte (BA ’23) discovered his passion when, during his undergraduate studies, he switched from digital audio arts to political science. Here, he discovered an enthusiasm for writing and researching, paving the way for his exploration of nationalism and political identity in his MA thesis.

School of Graduate Studies 4 min read

Education Shining Student Trey Twigg overcame challenges and wants to help students do the same

Trey Twigg wants to be a teacher because he has a desire to make a real, positive difference in the lives of students.

Faculty of Education 6 min read

Ergonomics in Action: Enhancing Safety and Sustainability in Canada’s Wind Industry

Conor Tosh, a graduate student at the University of Lethbridge, supervised by Dr. Jon Doan, is conducting innovative research in partnership with the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) to advance sustainable energy in Canada and around the world.

Research & Creative Activity 2 min read

Education Shining Student Kortlyn Suberlak wants to have a positive impact on students

Making connections with classmates and faculty has been key for Kortlyn Suberlak throughout her time in the University of Lethbridge Faculty of Education.

Faculty of Education 3 min read

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

4 min read

Dominique Marcil finds success through liberal education

When Dominique Marcil was applying to post-secondary, she looked for a program that would give her an innovative and well-rounded education, and champion the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. She discovered this and more at the University of Lethbridge.

Shining Students 2 min read

Ankit Mukherjee embraces campus lifestyle at ULethbridge

An international student, Ankit Mukherjee believed the best way to get to know his school and meet other students was to get involved on campus as much as possible. So far, his theory has served him well and he encourages incoming ULethbridge students to follow suit.

Shining Students 2 min read

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.

Shining Students 2 min read

Shining Student Lily Overacker

Initially drawn to the University of Lethbridge for its smaller university environment and commitment to liberal education, Lily Overacker has embraced a dynamic exploration of interdisciplinary studies, community engagement, and personal growth.

Faculty of Arts & Science 4 min read

Coffee with David

After 42-and-a-half years, Dr. David Naylor is set to retire at the end of the year.

faculty and staff 14 min read
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