Academic Medal of the Governor General of Canada - Silver Medal (Undergraduate) Winner Benjamin Sharp Academic Medal of the Governor General of Canada - Silver Medal (Undergraduate) Ben Sharp (BSc ’26) is a prime example of academic excellence. During his time at the University of Lethbridge, Sharp participated in
Faculty of Arts & Science (Arts) Gold Medal Winner Sydney Whiting Faculty of Arts & Science (Arts) Gold Medal Winner Sydney Whiting (BA ’26) lets genuine curiosity and a passion for community engagement guide her academic endeavours. It is an approach that defines her
Faculty of Education Gold Medal Winner Bree Bos A lifelong musician and aspiring educator, Bree Bos (BMus/BEd ’26) brought together both passions through the University of Lethbridge’s combined degrees option.
Dhillon School of Business Gold Medal Winner Nadine Thyssen When we first featured Nadine Thyssen (BMgt '26), her impressive achievements already set her apart. The economics and finance double major had earned prestigious scholarships, gained international experience through study abroad opportunities
Master of Science, Management Medal of Merit Winner Makayla Koshuta When Makayla Koshuta (BA/BMgt Co-op '23, MSc Mgt '26) crossed the stage to receive the Dhillon School of Business Gold Medal following her undergraduate studies, it marked the culmination
The Klein family’s enduring legacy at ULethbridge When Hannah Wilson crossed the stage to receive her master’s degree at Spring 2026 Convocation, she was completing the circle on a family legacy spanning three generations of ULethbridge connections.
Master of Fine Arts Medal of Merit Winner Lucy Du After building a successful career in film as an art director and production designer, Lucy Du (MFA '25) arrived at the University of Lethbridge with a desire to reimagine storytelling through live performance.
Master of Music Medal of Merit Winner Bakhora Merzaeva Bakhora Merzaeva’s (MMus '25) experience at the University of Lethbridge reflects the power of connection, curiosity and cultural exploration.
Faculty of Fine Arts Gold Medal Winner Kiara Pike With equal parts talent, discipline and generosity, Kiara Pike (BFA - Art ’26) has emerged from the University of Lethbridge as a compelling young artist. Drawn early to Art Studio, she distinguished herself through both her academic excellence and her commitment to uplifting others.
Nursing Instructors Stacey Clark and Nicolina Pitcher share their path to ULethbridge The impact University of Lethbridge nurses have on their communities can be traced back to the instructors who taught them. Nursing instructors combine years of professional experience with classroom theory to provide poignant
From stage to scholarship: Arlene Bedster’s enduring legacy Arlene Bedster, affectionally referred to as ‘Lar’ and ‘Larlene’ by her friends, was a “force” in Lethbridge theatre in the 1990s and early 2000s, known for her unforgettable characters, vocals and presence at the New West Theatre organization.
Yash Dixit receives Jo and Anne Vanee Memorial Award for kindness Created in 2017 by Joyce Sakamoto and Bonnie Jarokosky to honour the memory of their parents, the Jo and Anne Vanee Memorial Award is awarded each year to a student in the Dhillon
Toby and Bernie Boulet believe in the ripple effect of generosity After more than 60 years of combined teaching experience, the retired educators are helping future teachers through a legacy gift supporting rural practicum students in the Faculty of Education.
Magpie on my shoulder I’ve got a magpie on my shoulder, Her squawks and sass growin’ bolder, She’s oft gotten me into trouble. Now she’s sayin’ leave on the double. Let me think about
Meet Angelika Torres, Marketing Technical Analyst, SEARS Angelika Torres knew ULethbridge was the place for her when she saw a "sign."
Meet Parijat Bhattacharjee, International Student Recruitment Officer, International Centre Parijat joined ULethbridge last summer as an international recruitment officer.
For Nicholas Mills, great teaching starts with relationships For Faculty of Education student Nicholas Mills, the opportunity to have an impact is one of the reasons he's excited to start his teaching career.
Future teacher scholarship fund established thanks to alumna Jean Wells' legacy gift The Egbert and Isabella Wells Memorial Scholarship will support future teachers — a fitting tribute to parents whose four children each became educators.
Witnessing compassion first-hand inspired Brianna Bagalay to study nursing Recent Bachelor of Nursing graduate Brianna Bagalay enjoyed her community health practicum so much that she continued to visit the seniors she cared for weekly, even after her rotation ended. Passionate about patient
Véronique Fortier finds her sound through hands-on learning A saxophonist, composer and conductor in the making, Véronique Fortier came to the University of Lethbridge for its combined music and education degree, but discovered she wanted more.
Dhillon students take third place on the global trading stage The Dhillon School of Business continues to make its mark on the global stage, with students Maxim Ciobanu and Bill Houenagnon earning an impressive third-place finish at the International Commodities Trading Competition.
Meet Jaddon Park, AI Coordinator, Information Technology Services Dr. Jaddon Park joined ULethbridge in April as the AI Coordinator, a role that involves connecting with faculty, staff and students across campus.
Ventus Women's Choir inspires new work with national recognition At a rehearsal room in Casa, a circle of voices gathers. Led by alumna and educator Regan Brooks (BMus, BEd '12), the Ventus Women's Choir continues to inspire artistic excellence through their distinct sound and passionate performances.
Meet Emily Kroeker, Professional Librarian and Archivist, University Library Emily Kroeker joined the staff at the Library in February as the University Archivist and looks forward to supporting ULethbridge's history.
Vibe Fest celebrates the arts in explosion of creative energy From artworks covering every wall of the University Centre for the Arts, to theatre performances taken out in the open, to concerts held in unexpected places, Vibe Fest was an explosion of contemporary arts for the southern Alberta community.
