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Global Citizenship Cohort - Abdelmomen Ghedeir-Ahmed

First-year neuroscience student Abdelmomen Ghedeir-Ahmed travelled south from Cold Lake, Alberta, to attend the University of Lethbridge. He chose uLethbridge because of the world-class neuroscience program. Abdelmomen is currently participating in the Global Citizenship Cohort.

Global Citizenship Cohort 3 min read

Global Citizenship Cohort - Rejoice Makiwa

First-year neuroscience student Rejoice Makiwa chose the University of Lethbridge because she heard we have a spectacular neuroscience program. Rejoice is participating in the Challenging Worldviews cohort of the Global Citizenship Cohort (GCC).

Global Citizenship Cohort 3 min read

Chloe Fraser (BA '20) has an Attitude of Gratitude

"Yes, the pandemic has changed things, working from home and communicating, but we have to keep moving grain and feeding the world." Chloe has never shied away from a challenge. She is a hard worker and embraces change with positivity, choosing gratitude at every turn.

Faculty of Arts & Science 6 min read

Co-op Student Matthew Alexander Shares why Grit and Interpersonal Skills are Essential to Career-Building

As a fifth-year agricultural studies student, Matthew Alexander continues to explore opportunities outside of the classroom. He swam on the Pronghorn’s Swim team for four years and explored work-integrated learning through co-op.

Agricultural Studies 6 min read

Think creating public health policy is boring? Think again.

Dr. Julia Brassolotto teaches Advanced Public Health Policy and Ethics, a heady topic for challenging times. Much to the relief of her students, she doesn’t shy away from the tough stuff, unravelling sticky situations and thought-provoking conundrums.

Graduate Programs in Public Health 2 min read

Global Citizenship Cohort - Emma Marnik

First-year student Emma Marnik chose the University of Lethbridge because of the reputation of the environmental science program. Moving to Lethbridge, all the way from Whitehorse in the Yukon was a big and intimidating move. But the small-town feel of Lethbridge and the U of L was welcoming.

Global Citizenship Cohort 2 min read

MSc student Carolyn Simonis questions if platinum and palladium inhibit the chemosensory response in rainbow trout

MSc student Carolyn Simonis questions if platinum and palladium inhibit the chemosensory response in rainbow trout.

World Water Day 3 min read

Dr. James Byrne's research hopes to advance climate change action to protect humanity, ecosystems, and water systems

Through his scientific research, Department of Geography and Environment professor Dr. James Byrne hopes to advance climate change action to protect humanity, ecosystems, and water systems.

World Water Day 2 min read

Dr. Maura Hanrahan examines water insecurity from an Indigenous perspective

Dr. Maura Hanrahan conducts research from an Indigenous perspective bringing ongoing examples of environmental injustice, including water insecurity, to national arenas like the Supreme Court of Canada and to international journals.

World Water Day 4 min read

The Global Citizenship Cohort and Co-op Opportunities Inspired Antoine Gendron to Create Environmental Change

After his final project in the GCC, Antoine was invited to sit as a board member on the Oldman Watershed Council from June 2017 until June 2019. He founded the Earth Day Symposium, an event that continues four years later, as well as having completed a sixteen-month co-op at Agri-Food Canada.

World Water Day 6 min read

PhD student Ben Dosu investigates drinking water security in rural Ghana

PhD student Ben Dosu's current research investigates drinking water security in rural Ghana. #worldwaterday

World Water Day 3 min read

Dr. Shayne Dahl, sessional instructor, Department of Religious Studies

Seeing the look of learning in his students' eyes is the best part of being a sessional instructor, says Dr. Shayne Dahl.

Faculty of Arts & Science 3 min read

Global Citizenship Cohort - Sara Hutchinson

"There are more worldviews, beliefs, and ways of life than I had ever thought there might be." Sara Hutchinson is studying archeology and geography at the University of Lethbridge. She chose the U of L for its liberal education policy and found guidance through the Global Citizenship Cohort (GCC).

Global Citizenship Cohort 3 min read

Global Citizenship Cohort - Ziara Ruchkall

"It is so important to stay connected, especially during a global pandemic and the GCC was such a big part of how I felt connected to my peers and the university as a whole." Ziara Ruchkall is an anthropology student at the University of Lethbridge and moved here from Red Deer, AB.

Global Citizenship Cohort 3 min read

MEd Student Research: Our Future Really Needs Us To Be Critical Thinkers

Kindergarten students list and weigh pros and cons before making decisions. Whether acquiring a class pet, helping design their school’s new playground, or establishing classroom health protocols.

Faculty of Education 3 min read

Brain Awareness Week

uLethbridge is proud to take part in Brain Awareness Week March 15-19, a worldwide celebration highlighting advances in understanding the brain and its impact on overall health.

Brain Awareness Week 2 min read

Navigate the pathways to a public health career

Whatever your career goals or academic ambitions, if you have an interest in public health, uLethbridge has a program for you.

Graduate Programs in Public Health 3 min read

Shining Graduate Student Claire Niehaus is Asking Many Questions and Learning from Leaders in Neuroscience

In celebration of Brain Awareness Week, we caught up with second-year neuroscience grad student Claire Niehaus (BSc '19) to learn more about her uLethbridge experience and her plans for the future.

Faculty of Arts & Science 3 min read

Grace Dunn Gains a New Perspective on Patience as a Camp Counsellor

Second-year neuroscience student Grace Dunn does not shy away from opportunity. Last summer, she worked as a camp counsellor at Camp Amicus in Calgary, a program for children and teens with ADHD or learning disabilities (LDs), frequently accompanied by other disabilities and conditions.

Faculty of Arts & Science 5 min read

Shining Student Matthew Hammer Builds a Career Path Through Co-op and Independent Studies Research

We recently caught up with fifth year neuroscience student Matthew Hammer to learn more about his uLethbridge experience and his plans for the future.

Faculty of Arts & Science 5 min read

Curious Cayley Fleischman Embraces Opportunity on Campus

Cayley has embraced the unique experiences available at the U of L by joining the co-op program, completing both applied and independent studies, becoming a member of one of our campus sororities and working on the Students' Union (ULSU) as the elected Faculty of Arts & Science representative.

Faculty of Arts & Science 5 min read

Rob Horlacher, Instructional Design Specialist, Library

Along with being a tech guru and the engineer behind the Library's Project Sandbox workshops, Rob Horlacher likes to get his hands dirty working in the garden.

Faculty & Staff 2 min read

MBA vs MSc (Mgt): Which one’s right for you?

If you’ve recently obtained your bachelor’s degree and have yet to spend significant time in the work world, or are looking for a career change, the MSc in Management may be the perfect fit!

Dhillon School of Business 2 min read

A passion for public health

If the thought of being a disease detective intrigues you, you’re not alone. Graduate student Dr. Ransi Nayakarathna says investigating disease at the population level as an epidemiologist is just the public health career she’s looking for.

Graduate Programs in Public Health 2 min read

Career growth in public health

A growing career field can be difficult to find during an economic downturn, but if you’re considering a job in public health, you’re in for some good news.

Graduate Programs in Public Health 2 min read
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