Perseverance pays off for Martin Eagle Child (BA ’13, BHSc ’21) More than halfway through his program, Martin became the primary caregiver for his elderly father, who had suffered a broken leg. He wasn't sure he could continue with his studies, but a combination of caregiver benefits and being able to study from home allowed him to persevere.
The Link Between Wellness and Gratitude: Dr. Robin Bright “There’s a scientific link between wellness and gratitude,” says Dr. Robin Bright, Assistant Dean of Field Experiences. “The more you feel gratitude in your life, the higher you score on wellness checklists.”
Calgary Campus Shining Graduate: Jordan Vos (BMgt '21) Jordan Vos knows something about hard-work, taking chances and building valuable relationships. Read more about Jordan's Calgary Campus experience, highlights and his advice for new and future students.
Art history & museum studies professor, Devon Smither Devon Smither is a professor of art history and museum studies, whose research focuses on women artists, representations of blackness in early Canadian art.
Faculty of Arts & Science Dean's Office Welcomes new Associate Dean, Dr. Hillary Rodrigues As the Faculty of Arts & Science continues to navigate unprecedented budgetary and health challenges, Dean Matt Letts is pleased to announce that Dr. Hillary Rodrigues will join the associate team in July, replacing Dr. Harold Jansen while he takes up his post in the Library.
Blair Palmer Yoxall (BA '18) Bleeds Ink Onto the Pages of Western Novel "I wanted to write a western that my grandfather would have loved and that my grandfather should have been able to read when he was alive." Blair Palmer Yoxall (BA ‘18) is writing a feminist Métis ‘western,’ centred on Métis women and children in 1885 during the North-West Resistance.
Congratulations to the Class of 2021 from the School of Graduate Studies We are excited about your future and want to continue to follow your story. Please do stay in touch! We love nothing more than getting an unexpected update from one of our alums.
Congratulations to the class of 2021 from the Dhillon School of Business Congratulations to the class of 2021 from the Dhillon School of Business!
Shining graduate & medal recipient Kacie Neamtu (BA/BEd '11, MA '21) "Take risks, make connections, and believe in yourself. If you’re working on something you really care about, you never know what you can achieve!"
Shining graduate & medal recipient Doug Turnbull (BSc '15, PhD '21) "It is an honour to be recognised for my studies at the U of L and inspiring to know those I worked with thought well of me during that time. I hope I can do them, and the University, proud as I transition into the next phase of my research career."
5 questions with Dhillon School of Business shining graduate Bill Nkeih (BMgt '21) Dhillon School of Business graduate Bill Nkeih (BMgt '21) talks about his co-op work experience with McCain Foods and the most important lessons he learned as a student.
5 questions with Dhillon School of Business shining graduate Kasha North (BMgt '21) Dhillon School of Business Human Resources and Labour Relations major Kasha North (BMgt '21) talks about her rewarding co-op experience amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and advice she'd give to incoming students.
Scientist & entrepreneur Harland Brandon (BSc '13, PhD '21) proud of his uLethbridge background After 13 years at the University of Lethbridge, Brandon has learned a thing or two. Knowing what he knows now, he would do a couple of things differently such as taking more classes to expand his skillset beyond the sciences.
Life is not a straight line: Amanda Sakundiak (BMgt '21) Dhillon School of Business graduate Amanda Sakundiak (BMgt '21) could not have imagined the adventures ahead of her during her post-secondary journey. Here she explains where her business school journey has taken her.
5 questions with Dhillon School of Business shining graduate Joshua Olea (BMgt '21) Dhillon School of Business graduate Joshua Olea (BMgt '21) talks about his experience as a finance major at the Calgary campus including how co-op gave him confidence and the influence a professor can have.
Does your networking do this? How human connection built opportunity for Casey Van Maanen (BMgt ’21) See how Dhillon School of Business graduate Casey Van Maanen (BMgt '21) used human connection to amplify his post-secondary success.
Shining graduate and Dhillon School of Business Gold Medal recipient Eric Turner (BMgt '21) Gold medal winner and Dhillon grad Eric Turner (BMgt '21) talks about the experiences that have prepared him to tackle his entrepreneurial dreams.
Shining graduate and silver medal recipient Matthew Sentes (BMgt '18, MSc Mgt '21) Master of Science in Management graduate and Silver Medal of Merit recipient Matthew Sentes talks about his thesis and the grad student experience.
Faculty Friday | Dr. Athena Elafros, Sociology Welcome to the very first Faculty Friday interview, with Dr. Athena Elafros! The Office of Research and Innovation Services connected with Dr. Elafros on her project about preserving history and providing context for Alberta's Gay Straight Alliances.
Congratulations to the Class of 2021 from the Faculty of Education Dear Class of 2021, because of our current circumstances graduation is different for you. You are convocating in a moment that is unique. This pandemic threw you countless curveballs. But it also revealed depth of creativity, invention, character, and resilient heart. We are SO proud of you!
Congratulations to the Class of 2021 from the Faculty of Fine Arts Congratulations to the class of 2021! We wish you all the best of luck in your future endeavours and can't wait to see what you do next. We are so proud of you! #ulethgrad2021 #ulethalumni
Congratulations to the Class of 2021 from the Faculty of Arts & Science Congratulations to the class of 2021! We wish you all the best of luck in your future endeavours and can't wait to see what you do next. We are so proud of you! #ulethgrad2021 #ulethalumni
Congratulations to the Class of 2021 from the School of Liberal Education We know that your liberal education at the University of Lethbridge has prepared you well for whatever comes next: not only to succeed in your careers, but also to be thoughtful, informed and engaged participants in your society.
Fostering Empathy, Collaboration, and Social Awareness: ATA William Aberhart Gold Medal in Education Recipient, Sophia Larney (BEd ‘21) "When I think about the big issues that communities are facing today—issues like inequality, injustice, climate change—education seems like a pretty good place to start to work toward a happier, healthier, more equal, more inclusive world."
Wellness and Gratitude: "It’s honestly been a rollercoaster," Brae Clowes (BA/BEd ‘21) After graduating in December 2020, Brae quickly moved into online teaching and is now working as a Physical Education and Health teacher for the Hub Online Learning program through the Calgary Board of Education.
