Our commitment to reconciliation

A statement by INISKIM/University of Lethbridge on National Indigenous Peoples Day

Education navigator, Leroy Wolf Collar (BA '16)

Leroy Wolf Collar (BA '16) is a member of Siksika Nation. His Siksika name is Sako Opakiiyi ‘Last to Break Camp.’ Leroy has 30 plus years of leadership expertise, which he gained as a former Chief, Councillor, manager and a consultant.

Kyle Cole (BA Co-op '19) Turns Co-op Into a Career

Kyle Cole (BA Co-op '19) graduated from uLethbridge with a Bachelor of Arts in economics, with six semesters of co-op experience. He now works as the Program Co-op Advisor for the Faculty of Arts & Science at uCalgary.

'Reconciliation and Land Use Planning' by Perry Stein (BA '09)

Alumnus Perry Stein (BA '09) shares his reflections on how to bring reconciliation into the planning profession.

Faculty Friday | Mia van Leeuwen, fine arts

In this week's Faculty Friday, we chatted with Mia van Leeuwen. She is a Fine Arts professor in the Drama department at the University of Lethbridge, who is currently collaborating with other colleagues around campus to explore death as a research topic. Intrigued? So were we!

Incorporating Blackfoot Values into Early Education: Kate Lawless (BA/BEd ’21)

Not being Indigenous, Kate Lawless (BA/BEd ’21) was concerned about appropriating and teaching aspects of a culture not her own. So she approached Faculty of Education instructor and Blackfoot Elder Don Shade for advice.

How I Spent My Summer Vacation: Jhanvi Mehta

In this undergraduate research profile, we speak with Gold Medal winner Jhanvi Mehta (BSc '21) about her project studying the effects of high-CBD cannabis on stroke recovery.

Student records assistant, Michelle Ellert

Michelle Ellert has worked at the U of L for just under seven years and as a student records assistant for over six years. In her spare time, Michelle enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter exploring new roads and finding new places.

How I Spent My Summer Vacation: Kennedy Lewis

In this undergraduate research profile, we speak with recent graduate Kennedy Lewis (BSc '21) on her work studying the effect of CBD on rodent systems.

Finding the familiar: exploring Indigenous student support in business education

Providing a sense of belonging and inclusion for Indigenous students at the University of Lethbridge's Dhillon School of Business.

Shining Graduate - Sahara Adamitz (BMus '21)

"I have so many memorable experiences from my time at the University of Lethbridge. Every performance I have done has been special, and being surrounded by a great music community made it all the better. These memories will be with me for years to come." ~ Sahara Adamitz (BMus '21)

Shining Graduate - Chloe Devoy (BSc '21)

"Having a liberal education has allowed me to learn more about myself. It encouraged me to explore opportunities outside of my primary field of study and fall in love with subjects that I hadn't originally considered." ~ Chloe Devoy (BSc '21)

Liam Devitt (BA ‘21) graduates this year with a legacy of queer activism and oral history experience

"Think about what you can do to improve the lives of those around you and seek transformative change." Liam Devitt (BA ‘21) (they/them) is graduating this year with honours, a major in history and a minor in women & gender studies (WGST).

Shining graduate and this year's recipient of the Gold Medal in Science - Jhanvi Mehta (BSc '21)

"I hope that I'm able to carry forward the critical thinking skills and community-oriented mindset I've developed at the University of Lethbridge with me into the medical field." Gold Medal recipient Jhanvi Mehta (BSc '21) studied neuroscience at uLethbridge and completed her honours thesis.

Shining graduate and this year's recipient of the Gold Medal in Arts - Grace Forster (BA '21)

"I hope to use the tools I have gained in my education at the UofL and in my future education to contribute to positive solutions." Gold Medal recipient Grace Forster (BA '21) studied political science at ulethbridge.

Kalli Eagle Speaker (BASc ‘21) embraces cultural ways of knowing and beads her way into a research project and award recognition

"What might seem like just a needle picking up beads is so much more. There is a plethora of information that follows with it." Kalli Eagle Speaker (BASc ‘21) will be receiving her Bachelor of Arts & Science, majoring in Indigenous studies and psychology with a minor in women and gender studies.

Haley Shade (BSc ‘21) kept her end goal in sight and received three offers to medical school

“Oki, nitankoowa Omahkamootstakii. My Blackfoot name is on Omah’kamootstakii which in English means ‘big victory.’ My English name is Haley.” Biological sciences graduate Haley Shade (BSc '21) will graduate this spring with four independent studies, three NSERC awards and her honours’ thesis.

Shining graduate - Antoine Gendron (BSc (Co-op) '21)

Through liberal education, Antoine grew into his role as a global citizen and developed trans-disciplinary approaches to critical thinking.

Shining graduate and this year's recipient of the Gold Medal in Fine Arts - Dylan Bauer (BFA '21)

Dylan Bauer (BFA '21) learned that courses are only one facet of your university experience. From working as the sound board operator for the University's 2018 production of She Kills Monsters, to playing in the jazz ensemble, his talent shone through.

Shining graduate - Brendon DeGroot (BSc Co-op '21)

Brendon DeGroot (BSc Co-op '21) will graduate with his Bachelor of Science majoring in biological sciences and psychology this spring. Brendon's most memorable experiences came from his co-op work terms.

Shining graduate - Austin Kelly (BMgt '16, BSc Co-op '21)

Austin Kelly (BMgt ’16, BSc Co-op ’21) graduates this spring with a Bachelor of Science majoring in computer science and three co-op work terms at Waterton Lakes National Park through Parks Canada.

Shining graduate - Kristine Villaluna (BSc Co-op '21)

Kristine Vallaluna (BSc Co-op '21) will receive her Bachelor of Science degree in applied statistics, with a concentration in economics and a minor in computer science this spring. She will begin her next chapter at the U of T for the Master of Science graduate program starting this fall.

Shining graduate - Nelson Eze (BSc '21)

Nelson Eze (BSc '21) graduates this spring with his Bachelor of Science majoring in Geography. His co-op experience working as a field research technician for Ag-Quest gave Nelson insight into applying scientific principles to practical world issues.

Shining graduate and this year's recipient of the Silver Medal of the Governor General (Undergraduate) - Janelle Bykowski (BSc '21)

This year's winner of the Silver Medal of the Governor General (Undergraduate), Janelle Bykowski (BSc '21), is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in chemistry. At uLethbridge, Janelle enjoyed conducting research in chemistry professor Dr. Michael Gerken's lab.

Calgary Campus Shining Graduate: Ronke Ogunbiyi (BMgt '21)

My most memorable Lethbridge experience is getting to know the people, whether it was the staff or fellow students, a very diverse group of people. Each and every one of these connections deeply enriched my time at U of L and made my learning experience a joyous one.