ULethbridge Stories (Page 54)

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.

Artist Mary Kavanagh examines atomic legacies

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

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."

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Elise Pundyk (BFA - Art '20)

Elise Pundyk (BFA - Art '20) was involved in the creation of the World University Service of Canada uLethbridge student group. She is now involved with the United Nation’s Major Group for Children and Youth on a Task Force putting together the Global Forum on Migration and Development.

uLethbridge sends convocation home with love

The most momentous occasion of the year could not be passed by without the requisite pomp and circumstance, so uLethbridge sent convocation home to the class of 2020.

Don’t discredit the electives: liberal education opens doors to new career opportunities for recent graduate

Sometimes the area of study that you start at university is not the career you end up in. Thanks to the flexible liberal education environment at the University of Lethbridge, exposure to new classes and ideas led to an inspiring new career for recent graduate Farah Rajan (BASc ’20).

University Wind Orchestra celebrates convocation 2020

Dr. Chee Meng Low, Director, and members of the Wind Orchestra bring the traditional tune to the Graduating Class of 2020, from their homes to yours.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Gerald Rogers (BMus '20)

Gerald Rogers (BMus ’20; trombone) auditioned and was selected to be a participant in the 2020 National Youth Band of Canada and was selected as a participant in the Denis Wick Canadian Wind Ensemble.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Anna Bosgra (BMus '20)

Anna Bosgra (BMus ’20; tuba) was a stand out student in the Department of Music, noted by her instructors as a dedicated student who consistently achieved high grades and strove to ensure that her musical development put her on a level to be recognized outside of uLethbridge.

Five questions with Shining Graduate and this Year's Recipient of the Gold Medal in Science Kate Chua BSc '20

Kate Chua, who has earned a BSc Neuroscience, has been awarded this year's Gold Medal (Science). The most important lesson she learned at uLethbridge is that it is important to allow yourself to make your own path and not one that is expected of you.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Jennifer Matosevic (BMus '18, BEd ’20)

In her final practicum, Jennifer's school administrator described her as a “highly skilled, reflective, and organized teacher." Her teacher mentors call her a “dedicated professional that strives for excellence,” and go on to say, “it has been an honour to teach and learn alongside her.”

Five questions with Shining Graduate Rita Lal (BSc/BEd '01, MEd '20)

Throughout her master’s program Rita maintained a 4.0 GPA and is now about to embark on doctoral studies; we wish her every success in her PhD.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Austin Knibb (BFA - New Media '20)

During a time when he should have been donning his cap and walking the stage with his fellow classmates, Austin Knibb (BFA - New Media '20) took on the task of bringing convocation to their homes instead, creating the 2020 Convocation Video.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Aimée Yurris (BHSc ’20)

During her practicum in Aboriginal Health, Aimée took the initiative to spearhead the uLethbridge Meal Exchange Chapter, a student group with the goal of advocating for a more sustainable, equitable campus food system, and connecting campus to the national student food security movement.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Elani Bykowski (BSc '18, MSc '20)

Proper rehabilitation is required after a traumatic brain or spinal cord injury to promote long-term recovery. Elani's studies focused on nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy as a more efficient, cost-effective alternative to CT scans and MRI for diagnosing brain and spinal cord injury.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Jessica (Lohues) Nelson (BEd/BSc ’20)

This year's Faculty of Education Gold Medal recipient, Jessica excelled in the classroom while at the same time goaltending for the uLethbridge Women’s Hockey team. Her field experience reports speak to a capable teacher that is knowledgeable, caring, fun and engaging.

Five questions with alumna Jamie Lewis (BA (Co-op) '20)

Jamie Lewis, a BA graduate with a double major in anthropology and religious studies, is this year's recipient of the Faculty of Arts & Science Gold Medal (Arts).