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Paul Pan, Executive Director, International

Meet Paul Pan, Director, International.

Faculty & Staff 2 min read

Collegiate and high school iGEM teams work to counteract clubroot and aquaculture disease

At the University of Lethbridge, the award-winning undergraduate and high school iGEM teams are spending their summers focusing on separate but critical projects in counteracting clubroot and targeting disease in aquaculture.

Faculty of Arts & Science 4 min read

ULethbridge students explore Canada’s role in World Wars on European battlefields tour

Three ULethbridge students, accompanied by history professor Dr. Amy Shaw, toured battlefields, cemeteries and memorials in Belgium and France to gain a better understanding of the role Canadians played in the liberation of Europe in the World Wars.

Faculty of Arts & Science 4 min read

Education Shining Student Toshi Uyesugi

Toshi Uyesugi says the practicum experience she received in the Faculty of Education has set her up for success teaching middle school math.

Faculty of Education 2 min read

Quantum Horizons Alberta initiative: A magnet for high-calibre researchers and graduate students to ULethbridge

A recently announced provincial partnership has the potential to not only further boost the University of Lethbridge’s first-rate reputation in the field of quantum science research, but also provide spin-off benefits for years to come.

Faculty of Arts & Science 2 min read

Fine Arts Shining Student Leah Evans

Shining Student Leah Evans is celebrated for her artistic practice, receiving several significant awards and scholarships to further her professional development.

Faculty of Fine Arts 3 min read

Kianna Turner discovers interdisciplinary growth at ULethbridge

Kiana Turner transferred from Red Deer College, choosing ULethbridge for its quick response time and small class sizes. Here, she has discovered different areas of interest through the liberal education model, explored experiential learning, and engaged in extracurricular activities.

Shining Students 4 min read

Cathy Kanashiro (BMgt '91), Associate Vice-President (Finance)

Born in England and growing up across Canada, Cathy Kanashiro sees Lethbridge as the place where she really grew up. Attending ULethbridge with the intent on earning a science degree, Cathy ended up taking accounting and loved every minute of it.

Faculty & Staff 2 min read

New Art Gallery exhibit identifies previously unknown Inuit artists

What’s in a name? As the latest exhibition in the University of Lethbridge Art Gallery’s Helen Christou Gallery shows, names can come in many forms and shapes.

Faculty of Fine Arts 4 min read

Education Shining Student Joely Navarro-Bellavance

Experiential learning opportunities like the Faculty of Education professional semesters and a term in Quebec have reaffirmed a love of language learning for Joely Navarro-Bellavance.

Faculty of Education 3 min read

Fine Arts Shining Student Nicole Oscar

Shining Student Nicole Oscar has her sights set on stage management, and is gaining the experience necessary to meet her goal.

Faculty of Fine Arts 3 min read

Dr. Digvir Jayas kicks off term with a Welcome Walk

Billed as a 30-minute tour of campus, Dr. Digvir Jayas’s Welcome Walk stretched past 45 minutes as the University of Lethbridge’s new president and vice-chancellor engaged with multiple members of the ULethbridge community as he made his way around the University’s sprawling property.

President & Vice-Chancellor 3 min read

Defying expectations, embracing passion, and crafting a future: Mercy Trinh's ULethbridge experience

After breaking through the societal expectations placed upon her, Mercy Trinh realized that her true passion lay in English, rather than pursuing a degree in science.

Shining Students 6 min read

Heather Takahashi (BA '04), Interim Associate Vice President, Human Resources

Heather Takahashi (BA '04) grew up in Yellowknife and came to ULethbridge after high school with the idea of becoming a teacher. An internship with the Government of the Northwest Territories sparked her interest in human resources.

Faculty & Staff 2 min read

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

Education Shining Student Azia Burton

Azia Burton always knew she wanted to join the Faculty of Education, but she did some exploring before finding what she was passionate about and committing to majoring in Science.

Faculty of Education 6 min read

Dr. Nick Sullivan (BMus '04), Fine Arts Recruitment & Retention Specialist

Dr. Nick Sullivan (BMus '04) is no stranger to the Faculty of Fine Arts. From being a student, to teaching the next generation his love of low brass, to excelling in his new role as a recruitment and retention specialist, Fine Arts is woven through everything Nick does.

Faculty & Staff 2 min read

Fine Arts Shining Student Kort Woycheshin

Shining Student Kort Woycheshin has made the most of his education at ULethbridge, exploring his interests in music, photography, writing and videography.

Faculty of Fine Arts 4 min read

Shining Student Sanaa Jiwani is embarking on a journey of growth and mentorship at ULethbridge

From being a mentor to engaging in experiential learning, Sanaa Jiwani has embraced opportunities for growth. As Sanaa says, "Feeling uncomfortable really is a sign of growth." Her story inspires new students to embrace change and pursue their dreams at ULethbridge.

Shining Students 3 min read

Dawn-Ann Thys, Student Enrolment and Registrar Services, Admissions Specialist

Dawn-Ann Thys helps students make their dreams come true! As an admissions specialist, she helps students through the whole admission process

faculty and staff 2 min read

Fine Arts Shining Student Devin Law

Combined degree student Devin Law has the best of both worlds, gaining experience in music performance and in music education. Working to prepare a score for a musical production he created, Devin is building crucial skills in project management and organization in and out of the classroom.

Faculty of Fine Arts 4 min read

Dr. Paige Pope, Associate Professor, Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education

An all-around athlete, Dr. Paige Pope studied physical education when she entered university. She caught the research bug after doing an independent study and that led her to a career in academia.

faculty and staff 2 min read

Spirit Prize winner Nato’yi’kina’soyi, Hali Heavy Shield (BA/BEd ’06, MEd ’12) blends traditional and contemporary Blackfoot art practices

PhD student Nato’yi’kina’soyi, Hali Heavy Shield (BA/BEd ’06, MEd ’12) is the 2023 winner of the Spirit Prize, an award for emerging Indigenous visual artists as they develop their careers and advance their artistic practices.

Doctor of Philosophy 3 min read

Dr. Locke Spencer (MSc '05, PhD '09), Canada Research Chair (Tier II) in Experimental Astrophysics, Associate Professor in Physics & Astronomy

Originally from Cardston, Dr. Locke Spencer (MSc '05, PhD'09) loved math, physics and science as a youngster. Now he has a career in teaching and developing instrumentation for space observatories.

Faculty & Staff 3 min read

Dhillon School of Business launches new diploma in Indigenous governance and business management in response to market needs

A new diploma from the University of Lethbridge’s Dhillon School of Business will provide a quicker way for Indigenous and non-Indigenous students alike to pursue a career in Indigenous business and governance.

Dhillon School of Business 2 min read
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