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Faculty of Education: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at 27 Weeks of Practicum Experience

The Faculty of Education at the University of Lethbridge offers some of the most extensive practicum experiences in Canada.

New Student Orientation 2 min read

Gambling in the Time of COVID: Dr. Carrie A. Leonard Research Highlight

When the casinos are shut down, where do gamblers go? Dr. Carrie A. Leonard wants to find out.

Research & Creative Activity 2 min read

PUBlic Professor Series presents Dr. Elizabeth Galway

Dr. Elizabeth Galway is scheduled to share her research as part of the PUBlic Professor Series in the 2020/21 season. As an introduction to Elizabeth, we recorded a Q&A session on the value of reading and studying children’s literature.

Faculty of Arts & Science 3 min read

Arts & Science NSO Welcome

At NSO, you'll learn what is expected of you as a first year student, meet with faculty and staff, become familiar with campus resources and, of course, meet other students new to uLethbridge!

Faculty of Arts & Science 3 min read

Learning and Teaching in Rural Schools

“I developed learning skills through the patience of my teachers in a small school. That’s when I decided I was going to be a teacher.” ­­— Janice Jensen

Faculty of Education 2 min read

PUBlic Professor Series presents Dr. Kent Peacock

Philosophy professor, Dr. Kent Peacock, shares his research as part of the PUBlic Professor Series. Here you can access the original talk as well as a newly recorded Q&A (recorded in summer 2020) on creativity, the quantum, and life in a dangerous universe.

Faculty of Arts & Science 1 min read

Bridging Neuroscience and Education

“I chose the MEd Teaching, Learning and Neuroscience program because it is the only one offered in western Canada to bridge the three disciplines of psychology, neuroscience, and education."

Faculty of Education 2 min read

A Career Devoted to Teachers and Students

"Teachers who understand neuropsychology improve pedagogy." Neuroscientist Dr. Bryan Kolb credits Faculty of Education's Dr. Nancy Grigg for her key role in developing Canada’s first Master of Education in Teaching, Learning and Neuroscience.

Faculty of Education 2 min read

PUBlic Professor Series presents Dr. Carly Adams

Kinesiology professor, Dr. Carly Adams, shares her research as part of the PUBlic Professor Series along with a live Q&A (recorded in summer 2020) on the importance of oral history and lived experiences during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Faculty of Arts & Science 1 min read

Teaching and Assessing for Life Beyond the Classroom

Quality of life for two of Slomp’s disabled brothers has hinged upon advocacy writing. The ability of family members to problem solve what various agencies needed from them in their proposals for services and supports spelled the difference between thriving and despair.

Faculty of Education 3 min read

Faculty of Arts & Science Dean's Office ready for challenges and opportunities with a talented new team of Associate Deans

Dean Matt Letts is pleased to announce that our students, faculty and staff can turn to a team of three talented Associate Deans

Faculty of Arts & Science 6 min read

PUBlic Professor Series presents Dr. Trushar Patel

Dr. Trushar Patel is scheduled to share his research as part of the PUBlic Professor Series in the 2020/21 season. As an introduction to Trushar, we recorded a Q&A session on a biophysicist’s perspective on virus research.

Faculty of Arts & Science 1 min read

Alumna Jess Fehr (BA ’09) shares her top three philanthropic tips

A big misconception about philanthropy is that the only way to be philanthropic is to donate money. Learn how to start your own philanthropic journey with Jess's tips and tricks!

Alumni 2 min read

PUBlic Professor Series presents Dr. Goldie Morgentaler

English professor, Dr. Goldie Morgentaler, shares her research as part of the PUBlic Professor Series along with a live Q&A (recorded in 2020) on how research on how Dickens can overlap with other fields in the humanities, especially Canadian history, translation and Jewish studies.

Faculty of Arts & Science 1 min read

Employee Spotlight: Sheila Gruenhage

After some health struggles earlier in her life, Sheila turned to fitness. Now, the best part of her job is interacting with clients and being part of their health and fitness journey.

Employees 3 min read

Artist Mary Kavanagh examines atomic legacies

75th anniversary of first nuclear detonation topic of international exhibitions by Mary Kavanagh

Faculty of Fine Arts 5 min read

Wellness is the Coulees: Aaron Stout

"With the move to online delivery of our Fall 2020 semester, we still want our Faculty of Education students to be aware that wellness is a key component of our program."

Faculty of Education 3 min read

PUBlic Professor Series presents Dr. David Logue

Dr. David Logue is scheduled to share his research as part of the PUBlic Professor Series in the 2020/21 season. As an introduction to David, we recorded a Q&A session on avian communication, vocal interactions, and animal behavior.

Faculty of Arts & Science 1 min read

Wellness is About Writing: Teri Hartman (BA/BEd '02, current MEd student)

I’ve learned over the years that compassion is the greatest indicator of wellness for me, and this includes empathy for not only others, but for myself. Writing has taught me the ultimate lesson in self-compassion.

Faculty of Education 3 min read

PUBlic Professor Series presents Dr. Glenda Bonifacio

Dr. Glenda Bonifacio is scheduled to share her research as part of the PUBlic Professor Series in the 2020/21 season. As an introduction to Glenda, we recorded a Q&A session on the interdisciplinary research on gender, migration, and post-disaster communities.

Faculty of Arts & Science 2 min read

A Convocation Story: Sharing the Joy with Rita Lal (MEd '20)

"A very special happening took place that I would like to tell you about." Dr. Carmen Mombourquette, Faculty of Education

Convocation 4 min read

Wellness is Spending Time Outdoors: Dana Visser

What advice can you offer colleagues who may be having difficulty coping at this time? Be kind to yourself and show yourself grace. Take time to refocus your goals and intentions, and do what makes your mind and body feel well.

Faculty of Education 3 min read

PUBlic Professor Series presents Dr. Amy Shaw

Dr. Amy Shaw shares her research as part of the PUBlic Professor Series along with a live Q&A (recorded in 2020) on Canadians in the South African War, bodies in the 19th century, and citizens in wartime and pandemics.

Faculty of Arts & Science 1 min read

Five questions with Shining Graduate Dylan Nikkel BSc '20

Dylan Nikkel's most memorable uLethbridge experience was defending his Honours Thesis. It was both intense and immensely satisfying.

Convocation 1 min read

Forging a friendship

An off-chance meeting on the first day of New Student Orientation (NSO) in 2015 led to a friendship that has sustained Nick Hassink (BSc ’19) and James Eaton (BSc ’20) throughout their undergraduate studies.

Convocation 3 min read
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