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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.

Faculty of Arts & Science 3 min read

Flexahopper Plastics supports ULethbridge students

Flexahopper president and alumnus Bill Spenceley (BSc '81) supports ULethbridge's scholarship campaign to help students with the costs of post-secondary education and to recognize their achievements.

1 min read

Varzari family establishes new bursary to help students in need

Chancellor Emerita Dr. Janice Varzari (BN '90, MEd '02, LLD '21) and her husband Glenn established the Varzari Family Bursary Fund to help support students in need.

2 min read

Crooks’ gift helps prepare students for the world of work

The Crooks Work-Integrated-Learning Program in Liberal Education gives students like Alieza Cyr the opportunity to use what they learn in the classroom in a work setting.

Giving 3 min read

Patricia Jonzon (BFA - Multidisciplinary '14), Costume Shop/Props Assistant

Patricia Jonzon joined the Costume Shop at ULethbridge in August 2022. An enthusiastic creator, she knits, spins her own yarn, sews, designs and stitches up costumes.

Employees 3 min read

Faculty of Fine Arts welcomes Dr. Emily Gale

The Faculty of Fine Arts is pleased to have Dr. Emily Gale join the music department as an assistant professor in musicology/ethnomusicology.

Faculty of Fine Arts 4 min read

Faculty of Fine Arts welcomes Dr. Chris Kerich

The Faculty of Fine Arts is pleased to have Dr. Chris Kerich join the new media department as an assistant professor.

Faculty of Fine Arts 3 min read

Faculty of Fine Arts welcomes Dr. Holly De Caigny

The Faculty of Fine Arts is pleased to have Dr. Holly De Caigny join the music department as an assistant professor and as the director of the Wind Orchestra.

Faculty of Fine Arts 2 min read

Creating change in continuing care homes

Dr. Sienna Caspar will discuss her research into person-centred care in continuing-care facilities.

Public Professor Series 3 min read

Recognizing our outstanding Alumni Award winners

The University of Lethbridge Alumni Achievement Awards and the ULethbridge Honour Society inductees are about recognizing and celebrating alumni who are shining examples of what it means to be a ULethbridge graduate.

Alumni 6 min read

Dr. Chava Rosenfarb to be honoured for literary achievements in her hometown in Poland

Dr. Chava Rosenfarb will be honoured posthumously in her native Poland for a lifetime of literary achievements. Attending on behalf of the late Rosenfarb, an Honorary Degree Recipient, will be her daughter, Dr. Goldie Morgentaler, a professor emerita of English.

Faculty of Arts & Science 2 min read

Deric Olsen (BFA - Multimedia '03), Professor and Chair of the Department of Drama

Deric Olsen (BFA - Multimedia '03) found his passion for filmmaking after taking a course in Fine Arts as a liberal education requirement at ULethbridge.

faculty and staff 4 min read

Iinaatsii'swaawaakaasaakii (Pretty Spider Woman), Taylor Little Mustache, aspires to lead the next generation of learners

Iinaatsii'swaawaakaasaakii (Pretty Spider Woman), Taylor Little Mustache (BA/BEd '19, MEd '23)has found comfort and community as a lifelong learner and graduate at the University of Lethbridge.

Fall 2023 Convocation 5 min read

Jarislowsky Foundation and Scotiabank invest in future leaders

Dr. Susan Dieleman is the first Jarislowsky Chair in Trust and Political Leadership at ULethbridge.

Giving 2 min read

Dhillon School of Business Shining Graduate Nifemi Ashani

From the gym to the runway. Shining graduate Nifemi Ashani (BMgt '23) made the switch from kinesiology to the Dhillon School of Business' Bachelor of Management program to pursue her dream of working in the fashion industry.

Fall 2023 Convocation 4 min read

Madison Demers combined her science and teaching interests for a combined BSc/BEd

Madison Demers (BSc/BEd '23) pursued both her love of biology and teaching others through the combined degrees option offered at the University of Lethbridge.

Fall 2023 Convocation 3 min read

Jesse Aspinall (BSc '20, MSc '23) monitors post-fire regeneration using remote sensing

With a master’s in geography, Jesse Aspinall (BSc '20, MSc '23) hopes to continue to grow professionally and personally in a field he is passionate about, wherever that should take him.

School of Graduate Studies 2 min read

Shining Graduate Sooyi'kitstaki (Water Offering), Christine Scout-Bastien

With a degree in psychology, Christine Scout-Bastien (BA ’23) has gained an appreciation for the benefits that come with truly listening to, and communicating with those around her, whether they are peers or professors.

Fall 2023 Convocation 3 min read

Shining Graduate Behroo Mirza Agha

From her very first class at the University of Lethbridge Dr. Behroo Mirza Agha (BSc '16, MSc '18, PhD '23) knew she made a great choice of study and post-secondary institution.

Fall 2023 Convocation 2 min read

Shining Graduate Jasmine Rodak

With a degree in kinesiology, Jasmine Rodak (BA ’23) has excelled academically while forging meaningful connections with professors and peers. Her experiences range from active participation in the local hockey community to valuable life lessons, emphasizing physical health and resilience.

Fall 2023 Convocation 2 min read

Ulises Charles-Rodriguez (PhD '23) leverages health research and practical experiences to drive meaningful EDIB change

After he successfully defended his PhD dissertation, Ulises Charles Rodriguez (PhD '23) realized he'd been transformed during his four years at ULethbridge

Doctor of Philosophy 4 min read

Chelsea Wilson jumped into graduate studies, teaching and new motherhood with both feet

Chelsea Wilson (BSc/BEd '16, MEd '23) returned to the University of Lethbridge after her undergraduate experience with the Faculty of Education set her up for success as a teacher in the field.

Faculty of Education 6 min read

Taseera Lwanga, Manager, International Student Recruitment

Taseera has a passion for cooking and enjoys experimenting with diverse dishes from all over Africa.

faculty and staff 4 min read

ULethbridge offers pathway to degree in Canadian Law at Australia's Bond University

If you're looking for a legal career, have a desire to enter the workplace as quickly as possible, and studying in a tropical setting appeals to you, check out the new dual degree program, offered jointly by ULethbidge and Bond University in Australia.

Faculty of Arts & Science 4 min read

Shining Student Amreet Gill sets herself up for success

Through scholarships and dedication to her studies, Dhillon School of Business student Amreet Gill hopes to make a positive impact in the community and society by contributing to advances in mental health and holistic education.

Dhillon School of Business 3 min read
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