ULethbridge Stories (Page 49)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.