ULethbridge Stories (Page 28)

Cybil Cheung (BA/BEd '18), SEARS National Recruitment Officer

Tell us a little bit about yourself. I was born and raised in Calgary. I moved to Lethbridge right after high school to start my Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education degree, majoring

Faculty of Education profile, Nicole Spence: Baseball, hockey, workouts, half-marathons, golf ... and Student Program Services

It's family first with Nicole Spence—Jayden and Dawson keeping her ever-busy. But in her role as Program Assistant for the Faculty of Education's Student Program Services office it's all about the students. She helps them get them from Point A to Point B as smoothly as possible.

Shining Student Amy Henrickson

Shining Student Amy Henrickson (BSc Co-op '17) chose to pursue her grad studies at uLethbridge as she was interested in the work of one of our new professors and excited to learn in the Science Commons.

Faculty of Arts & Science welcomes new Associate Dean, Dr. Trushar Patel

The Faculty of Arts & Science is pleased to announce that Dr. Trushar Patel will join the Dean’s Office on August 1st for a one-year term as Associate Dean. Patel will serve in the Student Issues, Faculty Issues, Internationalization, Space and Outreach portfolios.

In memory of Jo and Anne Vanee— celebrating student kindness 2022

The Jo and Anne Vanee Memorial Award, given out through the Dhillon School of Business each year, recognizes a student that embodies a spirit of compassion, kindness and volunteerism in support of fellow students. Meet the 2022 recipient Josel Paguio.

"Let's celebrate the work done and the Education research impacting schools and classrooms," Dr. David Slomp

In his new role as associate dean overseeing Graduate Studies and Research, Dr. David Slomp wants to draw greater attention to the incredible impact that graduate programs and research within the Faculty of Education are having on education in Alberta, Canada, and around the world.

Shining Student Kathryn DeLucia-Burk

Through volunteering with and then working for the Campus Collective Centre, Shining Student Kathryn DeLucia-Burk, found a strong community and a place to foster accountability from the University to its students and support students in need.

Erika Scott (BA '08), Director of Development

Tell us a little bit about yourself. I am a very proud ULethbridge alumna. Here at the University when I was a student from 2004-2008, I was so fortunate to have a group

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.

Faculty of Education profile: "I absolutely love what I do and the people I work with," Kelly Vaselenak

"I’ve been fortunate to work with such a wonderful group the past 36 years. I couldn’t ask for a better job. I enjoy the students a lot and they are always welcome at my desk," says Kelly Vaselenak, Faculty of Education.

Research: Dr. Dawn Burleigh and integrating Indigenous perspectives in the Faculty of Education

Working in a remote Cree community in Northern Ontario that was accessible only by airplane, Dr. Dawn Burleigh learned lessons from the people of Attawapiskat about Indigenous life and perspectives that profoundly changed the course of her educational journey.

Shining Student Lena Dabbas

ULethbridge has taught Shining Student Lena Dabbas the academic skills she needs to specialize in her field of study while preparing her to deal with life's challenges.

Meet Janelle Dyck (BMgt '97), Inclusive Education Coordinator

Tell us a little bit about yourself. I grew up in Melville, Saskatchewan and graduated high school in June 1992. I dreamed of being a kindergarten teacher and every employment opportunity I held

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.

Meet Shining Student Pii-taa Kyaa-tsis, Walker English

Kinesiology student Walker English didn't have far to go when he chose ULethbridge. He grew up in nearby Fort Macleod, Alberta. The strong sense of community he's found on campus has helped him excel.

Q & A with Saffren Colbourne

ULethbridge Bachelor of Nursing student Saffren Colbourne is making a difference for LGBTQ2S+ students in healthcare.

Meet Kathryn DeLucia-Burk, Human Resources, Gender Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Consultant

Tell us a little bit about yourself. I came to ULethbridge as a student in 2018, the same year I moved here from Connecticut in the U.S. to be with my wife,

Faculty of Education LEGACY (2008): Four decades of dedication and hard work by faculty and staff have built one of Canada's most highly regarded teacher education programs

The success of the Faculty of Education has always been rooted in a strong sense of community, a close working relationship with the teaching profession, school districts and relevant educational stakeholders and a shared commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship.

Shining Graduate Kathleen Mah

"I chose to study at Lethbridge because I knew it would give me the opportunity to become my own person. The city is a great place to live and the University has been a dream come true for me. I feel like this place is my home."

Faculty of Education LEGACY (2008): Drs. Richard Butt and Rick Mrazek on the path of graduate studies and research

In 1984, the Faculty of Education introduced the University of Lethbridge's first master's degree—the Master's of Education—and paved the way in graduate programming at the University of Lethbridge.

Dr. Noella Piquette’s broad research interests have also fueled her love for learning

"The University of Lethbridge name just kept coming up as the crown jewel for Faculties of Education," Dr. Noella Piquette.

Shining Student Mark Lea

Shining Student Mark Lea has immersed himself in uLethbridge's liberal education foundation to improve his intellectual and practical skills. He has completed independent and applied studies in chemistry while continuing to pursue his love of music.

Dr. Carmen Mombourquette: from educating students to educating teachers

"I worked hard, I loved what I did, and at the end of the day, I hope I made a difference in the lives of others.” Dr. Carmen Mombourquette, Faculty of Education.

Meet Tony Stannard (BSc '05, BMgt '12), Dhillon School of Business, Trading Room manager

As the manager of the Trading Room, Tony is able to use both his BSC in computer science and his BMgt. In addition to two diplomas he completed earlier, he's now working on an MBA.

Meet Nanda Stannard (BMgt '05), Library, library operations specialist

In addition to her full-time role as library operations specialist, Nanda Stannard, who speaks three languages, is a summer sessional instructor in Modern Languages.