On Becoming a Teacher: "We all make mistakes but they aren’t the end of the world—just stepping stones in the learning process," Brad Aldridge (BSc '18, BEd '21)

"There are some truly amazing individuals in Education and it is incredibly rewarding to get to know them," Brad Aldridge (BSc '18, BEd '21).

Fake it to make it? 5 questions with Dr. Brenda Nguyen and Dr. Jocelyn Wiltshire on job interview deception

Dhillon School of Business researchers explain how job applicants use both honest and deceptive behaviour to influence how they’re perceived, what role our personalities play in interview success as well as what employers should look out for during an interview.

World Teachers' Day: Teaching is an investment of time and sacrifice

To all the teachers we work with day in and day out as mentors, supervisors, and coaches, your unwavering support for our student teachers is deeply appreciated. Thank-you all for everything you do for us, our communities, and our world--Dr. Robin Bright.

Vice President, Development, Alumni Relations & Community Engagement, Kathy Greenwood

Since May 14, 2021, Kathy Greenwood has worked as the vice-president, Development, Alumni Relations & Community Engagement. At the U of L, she leads and coordinates fundraising efforts working to enhance alumni relations and community engagement activities.

Dr. Paul Hayes returns from five-month fellowship in Japan

During their five-month stay in Japan, Dr. Paul Hayes and his family hiked to the top of Mt. Fuji.

Faculty Friday | Dr. Inge Genee, linguist

Reflecting on our history and actively working on the Calls to Action set out by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission cannot be a once a year event. We connected with someone who, as part of her research, is addressing a Call to Action.

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.