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Abbondànza Scholarship recipients grateful for contributors

Hear how your contributions support Fine Arts students.

Faculty of Fine Arts 2 min read

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.

Faculty & Staff 2 min read

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.

Faculty of Education 2 min read

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.

School of Liberal Education 3 min read

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.

Dhillon School of Business 2 min read

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.

Faculty & Staff 2 min read

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.

Faculty of Fine Arts 4 min read

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.

Postdoctoral Fellows 2 min read

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.

Faculty of Education 2 min read

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.

Dhillon School of Business 3 min read

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.

Faculty of Education 3 min read

Leadership in Education: The Power of Generative Dialogue

Published in 2020, Leadership in Education: The Power of Generative Dialogue reflects more than 15 years of ongoing research spanning two continents, thousands of classrooms and dozens of school systems.

Faculty of Education 2 min read

Education Abroad - Student Story | Ashley

Ashley participated in the Spanish Summer Immersion Program in 2018. She stayed four weeks in a homestay in La Rioja. In that short time, Ashley not only developed her language skills, but also gained an appreciation for other cultures and made friends from around the world.

Education Abroad 3 min read

Employee Spotlight: Emily Brown | Career Bridge

As a Career Coach, Emily Brown helps students with all aspects of their career journey, from selecting a program, to writing a killer resume and cover letter, to applying to graduate school.

Faculty & Staff 2 min read

Education Abroad - Student Story | Zackary

Zackary participated in the Japan Study Tour program in June 2019. He spent three weeks with other uLethbridge students visiting and studying in Sapporo. After this trip, Zackary is poised to experience more of the world.

Education Abroad 3 min read

Online learning develops new skill sets in uLethbridge students

Art History and Museum Studies student Kelsey Black's online learning experience prepared her to tackle the world of virtual summer camps and online engagement for the uLethbridge Art Gallery.

Faculty of Fine Arts 4 min read

Wellness is The Joy of Cooking: Dr. Jeffrey MacCormack

Cooking helps me be present in the moment, helps me feel connected to my body during times when my mind is a million miles away.

Faculty of Education 3 min read

Education Abroad - Student Story | Hannah

Hannah participated in the Japan Study Tour program in June 2019. She spent three weeks with other uLethbridge students visiting and studying in Sapporo. Hannah made many long-lasting friendships on this trip.

Education Abroad 2 min read

Education Abroad - Student Story | McKenna

McKenna participated in the Japan Study Tour program in June 2019. She spent three weeks with other uLethbridge students visiting and studying in Sapporo. McKenna made so many wonderful memories during her trip. Read about her experience!

Education Abroad 4 min read

Education Abroad - Student Story | Quincey

Quincey went to Nagoya, Japan for a semester exchange in Fall 2019. She had never left Canada before and she decided to have an adventure. She wanted to experience another culture and travel while feeling safe and supported. Read about her experience!

Education Abroad 3 min read

Education Abroad - Student Story | Vanessa

Vanessa participated in the Spanish Summer Immersion Program in 2018 and right after she travelled to France for a full semester exchange. Studying abroad help her develop professionally, academically and personally. Read about her experience!

Education Abroad 2 min read

Education Abroad - Student Story | Saige

Saige participated in the Spanish Summer Immersion Program in 2018. She stayed four weeks in a homestay in La Rioja. In that short time, Saige not only developed her language skills, but also formed a wonderful connection with her host mom that she will cherish for life. Read about her experience!

Education Abroad 3 min read

Education Abroad - Student Story | Andrés

Andrés spent 5 months in France as part of the French Visiting Student Program. Andrés' experience was different from what he was expecting because COVID-19 changed everything soon after he arrived in Lyon, but he still had the time of his life. Read about his experience!

Education Abroad 4 min read

Developing better anti-viral treatments: Dr. Maulik Badmalia's research highlight

Dr. Maulik Badmalia is searching for a better way to develop anti-viral treatments that are more effective and have less side-effects.

Research & Creative Activity 2 min read

Education Abroad - Student Story | Hunter

Hunter participated in the Japan Study Tour program in June 2019. He spent three weeks with other uLethbridge students visiting and studying in Sapporo. Read about his experience!

Education Abroad 3 min read
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