Undergraduate Research Profile: Alex Smith

In this undergraduate research profile, we highlight the work that Alexandra Smith is doing to research variation in the Blackfoot language.

Undergraduate Research Profile: Megan Smith

In this undergraduate research profile, we highlight the work that Megan Smith is doing to research one of the TRC's Calls to Action.

Wellness and Gratitude: "I want to make sure that my students are well from top to bottom," Heather McCaig (BEd ‘95)

"I try to look every single day at those things that I’m grateful for no matter how hard my day has been. I look for the positives that I can take out of a day, always starting or finishing on a positive note, says teacher, Heather McCaig.

Manager of Iikaisskini, Lindi Shade (BA '06)

Lindi Shade (BA '06) is a member of Kainai-Blood Nation and the manager of Iikaisskini at the University of Lethbridge, where she works to support Indigenous students on their educational journey.

A Year of Grace and Patience: Taking on Covid-19 as a First-time Principal: Matthew Bekkering (BSc '06, BEd '08, MEd '17)

Lethbridge Pronghorns Basketball captain returned to the UofL to pursue a master’s in educational leadership after serving in roles as an informal school leader for seven years. “I wanted a more clear-eyed understanding of what leadership could be."

Exploring Decolonization in Education with Master's Student Ashley Ens (BMgt '16)

Master of Science in Management student Ashley Ens (BMgt '16) talks about the grief that drove her to pursue post-secondary, the ways in which we can disrupt and decolonize the academy and what steps all Canadians can take towards reconciliation.

Person Behind the PhD

Person Behind the PhD is a video series that looks to highlight some of our faculty member's hidden talents, hobbies and passions. The series launched in Summer 2020.

Shining Students truly exemplify ULethbridge spirit

What makes a student shine may differ from person to person, but they all share a passion for learning. Get to know some of our past and present Shining Students!

Shining Student: Holly Kletke

Aspiring teacher Holly knew she would go to university, but wasn’t set on what to study. She applied to the combined music/education degree program at uLethbridge based on its strong reputation, after applying to several universities for political science.

Shining Student: Ponokohkyiaao, Nathan Crow

Business student Nathan felt a strong connection to uLethbridge long before he applied. The University resides on traditional Blackfoot territory and he is a proud member of the Kainai Nation (Blackfoot).

Shining Student: David Awosoga

Track athlete David graduated from high school in Lethbridge, and knew how appealing University life would be in a place he was comfortable, so uLethbridge was the perfect option.

Shining Student: Meghan Rennie

Meghan knew she was an artist from a young age. But when she started a business in Cold Lake, Alberta, at age 16, she discovered she also had a strong entrepreneurial spirit.

Assistant Director, Jeff Meadows (BSc/BEd ’97, MEd ’05)

Jeff Meadows (BSc/BEd ’97, MEd ’05) is this year's President's award winner and Assistant Director at the Teaching Centre. He works to assist faculty change and improve their teaching to better meet the needs of their students.

ULethbridge unveils t-shirt designed by Chataya Holy Singer, Blackfoot art studio major

“I knew that I was going to come up with a design that contributes to the perspective of what it means to be an Indigenous student in post-secondary. I personally know the impacts that residential schools have within my own family and even myself.”

Work-Integrated Learning comes Full Circle

“Co-op offers that real-world experience you might not get from a university class. It gives students insight into how what they’re learning might apply to the real world,” he says. After graduation, Dr. Harland Brandon (BSc Co-op ‘13, PhD ‘21) helped build not one but two companies.

Wellness and Gratitude: "Although I hate the routine, I need the routine", Dan Grassick (BSc/BEd ‘02)

“Until my hospitalization I was sort of aware that I wasn’t totally healthy and wasn’t making the best choices, but I kept prioritizing my work over my health. When I woke up in hospital, I realized it was time to recheck my priorities and develop some work-life balance.” - Dan Grassick

Postdoctoral Fellow, Dr. Arianna Kuhn

Dr. Arianna Kuhn joined the U of L in May of 2021 as a postdoctoral fellow of the Lee-Yaw lab in the Department of Biological Sciences. This summer she is excited to study the genetics of salamanders in Waterton Lakes National Park.

Dr. Carol Williams hands over the reins at the Centre for Oral History and Tradition

Dr. Carol Williams steps down as director of COHT; Drs. Carly Adams and Jodie Asselin become co-directors

U of L neuroscientist elected to the Royal Society of Canada

During his lengthy career, Dr. Rob Sutherland has made exceptional contributions to neuroscience.

How I Spent My Summer Vacation: Monica Lockett

In our last undergraduate research profile for the summer, we turn our focus to the student behind the scenes of these articles: Monica Lockett.

How I Spent My Summer Vacation: Jaxon Reiter

In this undergraduate research profile, we highlight the work that Jaxon Reiter is doing on plant genetics with Dr. Elizabeth Schultz.

How I Spent My Summer Vacation: Samantha Newton

In this undergraduate research profile, we showcase the research and archival work that Samantha Newton is doing with several cemeteries in Southern Alberta this summer.

The Weight of the World: When the Personal becomes Professional becomes Political

2020 Alumni Honour Society inductee, Dr. Angela Grace (BFA/BEd ‘96, MEd ‘03), shares her career journey on her path to becoming a registered psychologist!

How I Spent My Summer Vacation: Annaliese Downey

In this undergraduate research profile, we highlight the work that Annaliese Downey is doing in partnership with the Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada.

Mitacs Business Development Specialist, Hannah Scott (BSc '17, MSc '20)

Hannah Scott (BSc '17, MSc '20) has been on board as uLethbridge Mitacs Business Development Specialist since April of this year. She works to build connections between academia and industry, assisting with every stage of the project development process, from matchmaking to grant writing.