ULethbridge Stories (Page 48)

M.A. candidate Wael Nasser wins top spot in national essay competition

Wael Nasser draws on his community experience and cutting edge research to win top spot in IRCC's national essay competition.

Repertoire selection inspires undergraduate student and faculty member to build aeolian harp

Crossing Boundaries symposium inspired a creative pairing, between faculty and student, music and nature.

The Wintertime Wellness Project

The Wintertime Wellness Project is part of the Faculty of Education's continued effort to promote wellness in the classroom and community. We hope these wellness messages and stories will inspire you to prioritize your well-being. Take good care.

The benefits of a master’s degree

While the financial benefits are clear, it’s the non-economic benefits of graduate education that may prove the most interesting.

Introducing Jean-Denys Hamel

Hailing from Quebec City and joining us from his postdoc position at Berkeley, Jean-Denys Hamel will join the U of L as an assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry in January 2021. We asked JD a few questions to get to know him better. Introducing Jean-Denys Hamel.

Becoming a Literacy Leader: Kacie Neamtu (BA/BEd ’11/MA ’20)

Congratulations! Kacie Neamtu (BA/BEd ’11/MA ’20) has been honoured with the prestigious J. Estill Alexander Future Leaders in Literacy Award. The international award recognizes an outstanding thesis that exemplifies excellence in research in the field of literacy education.

Virtual exhibition provides response to Indigenous objects stored in British Museums

uLethbridge Art Gallery presents postponed exhibition 'Stories for British Museums', a virtual exhibition by Indigenous art studio students in response to Indigenous objects stored in British Museums

How leadership and change affect your brain

Learning how to become an engaged, effective leader means creating an environment where people don’t just feel physically safe, but psychologically safe, too. And it starts with the brain.

uLethbridge students say thank you

More than 2,000 scholarships were awarded to ulethbridge students this academic year. As the year comes to a close, students are sharing their words of gratitude to the donors who make scholarships a reality.

Donor support helps train the next generation of scientists

Dr. Roy Golsteyn’s (BSc ’84) Natural Product Laboratory has continues their quest to find the chemicals for the next wave of cancer treatments, making a difference in the lives of Canadians and inspiring students and donors alike.

Introducing Chelsea Ekstrand

Chelsea Ekstrand joined the University of Lethbridge in the midst of a global pandemic, as an assistant professor in the Department of Neuroscience. We asked Chelsea a few questions so that we can all get to know her a bit better. Introducing Chelsea Ekstrand.

Employee Spotlight: Nicholas Canning | uVolunteer

"I would encourage students to try things that bring them discomfort co-ops case competitions, joining a club, starting a club, or VOLUNTEERING. I started my post-secondary career, mostly focused on my in-class work. Still, employers are looking for students with experiential learning experiences."

Abbondànza endowment provides record number of scholarships to Fine Arts students

Thanks to 20 years of community support, the University of Lethbridge is excited to announce an astounding 30 scholarships were awarded from the Abbondànza Fine Arts Scholarship Endowment in the 2020/2021 academic year.

Impact begins with an idea

In 2002, Tony Rose and Rocco Suriano had an idea. 20 years later, that idea has developed into a $1.6 million endowment, offering the largest Fine Arts scholarships available at the University of Lethbridge.

Abbondànza Scholarship recipients grateful for contributors

Hear how your contributions support Fine Arts students.

Employee Spotlight: Kyra Gillert (BHSc '17) | Career Bridge

Experiential Education Advisor, Kyra Gillert works to ensure the success of the MyExperience Transcript Initiative, connecting students to experiential learning opportunities.

When Teaching Runs in the Family: Carol, Brittany, and Greg Young

Brittany Young (BA/BEd’17) grew up in a home filled with caring support as her parents returned from teaching each day to talk shop, sharing ideas and perspectives and, always, laughter.

Why "Conversational Indigenization" is Today’s Essential Course

University of Lethbridge teacher and researcher Don McIntyre from the Dhillon School of Business has spent years creating a safe space for conversation around his new course "Conversational Indigenization: Reconciling Reconciliation", now available to students and communities at large.

From Interviews to Diversity in a Virtual World—COVID-19 From an HR Perspective

Dhillon School of Business alumnus Chris Broughton (BMgt ’10) answers some of our Dhillon students’ questions about how COVID-19 has changed the business landscape and what the future may hold for employers and employees.

Employee Spotlight: Stacey Gaudette-Sharp (BA ’03, MA ’06) | Career Bridge

Work-integrated learning and career development can have life-changing outcomes when connecting student interest to real-world applications.

No regrets for international graduate student Anna Nikolova

A worldwide pandemic wasn't in the forecast when Anna Nikolova chose to study abroad, but a phenomenal educational experience in a caring environment leaves her with no regrets in choosing uLethbridge.

Piecing together the RNA puzzle: Dr. Julia Guegueniat research highlight

What role does RNA play in disease development? Dr. Julia Guegueniat pieces together this molecular puzzle.

Delivering Canada's First Master of Counselling Graduate Program

While teaching in the United Arab Emirates Dr. Dawn McBride worked with three Alberta universities to develop Canada’s first Master of Counselling graduate program delivered online with residential components. This is work she continues today at the University of Lethbridge.

5 Questions about Social Responsibility and Sustainability with Dr. Debra Basil

We asked professor of marketing at the University of Lethbridge's Dhillon School of Business, Dr. Debra Basil, five questions about social responsibility and sustainability in business.

A Generative Approach to Leadership for All Educators

“As of September 1, 2019, for a teacher to become a principal in the province of Alberta they must have achieved certification as a school leader,” says Dr. Carmen Mombourquette.