ULethbridge Stories (Page 58)

Alumni owned Airau Marketing launches platform to support local small businesses

Alumni owned Airau Marketing's lethbridgelocal.ca platform has launched to support local small business during the COVID crisis. Every gift card purchase will be matched in donations back into the community.

One mathematics instructor's experience switching to an alternative teaching model during a pandemic

The pandemic and the need to switch to an alternative teaching model has really highlighted some of the benefits of working with OER, in particular, the flexibility and accessibility they offer.

Commitment to students and employer partners remains the top priority for the co-op team

“Everyone on our team remains committed to keeping students and employers our top priority, and luckily, we have some innovative technology available that allows us to make that happen,” says Jasminn Berteotti.

Destination Exploration brings STEM into homes with online outreach activities

Recognizing the need for engaging young minds with STEM lessons has never been greater, the University of Lethbridge’s Destination Exploration (DE) community outreach program has taken its delivery online with the launch of At Home with Destination Exploration

Self-isolation works, says uLethbridge professor after recovering from COVID-19

Dr. Jennifer Mather has a simple message for everyone about the COVID-19 pandemic — just stay home.

Art students celebrated through online catalogue and award recognition

With the closure of the University campus in light of the global pandemic, the Faculty of Fine Arts continues the annual Art Open Studio celebration, hosting the first online Art Studio exhibition catalogue. Now, more people than ever before can enjoy the talents of Art Studio students.

Employee Spotlight: Dr. Govi Veerareddygari | Manager, Science Stores

Govi has found that the best way to adapt to new situations is to plan! By creating and executing steps, one can come out ahead on any situation.

We will get through this together

In times like these, the true uLethbridge spirit soars. Stories of resiliency, connection and community are rising to the surface and we are pleased to share them with you.

Conservatory of Music hosts online lessons for more than 700 students

The University of Lethbridge Conservatory of Music is helping provide some normalcy at home, quickly adapting to provide one-on-one lessons to over 700 students, all online.

At Home with Destination Exploration

On Monday, March 30th, Destination Exploration launched “At Home with Destination Exploration,” an initiative to help youth, parents and teachers stay engaged in STEM throughout our time at home.

Campus Care Parcel program, part of Nourish, goes ahead thanks to innovative distribution solution

Food security issues do not subside during national emergencies, rather they are often enhanced. As society has been forced to function in entirely different ways throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the University of Lethbridge

Alumnus uses music to connect in the wake of social distancing

University of Lethbridge alumnus and local musician John Wort Hannam (BA/BEd ’96) is sharing songs from home as part of his ‘COVID-19 sessions.’

Fourth-year, urban & regional studies student Josh Radford awarded CEWIL Honourable Mention

Each year CEWIL Canada recognizes outstanding student achievement of students completing co-op terms, practicums, internships, applied research projects (and many other forms of work-integrated learning) from coast to coast.

Graduate student receives Alberta Innovates (Tech Futures) award of $26K.

MSc biological sciences student, Dilini Abeyrama, receives an Alberta Innovates (Tech Futures) award of $26k for one year to study the Atlantic and Indian yellow-nosed albatrosses.

Alumna artist takes visitors to the Helen Christou Gallery via Instagram

Artist and curator Katie Marie Bruce (BFA – Art ’11) opened her exhibition, Field Notes: Inhabiting that Skin [https://www.uleth.ca/artgallery/?p=18369], in the University of Lethbridge Helen Christou Gallery, on

Embarking on a master’s degree journey

“I chose the Calgary Campus because of its downtown location, the flexible class times and the programs offered.”

Creating Value in the Community with Human Resources

“uLethbridge provides the most up to date and relevant information, which is what students need in this ever-changing, fast paced world.”

Leading the Way

The flexible evening course delivery at the Calgary Campus has enabled Joe to take full advantage of the opportunities available to students.

On the Road to Success

Thanks to the Dhillon School of Business and their accredited programs, the Calgary Campus’ flexible class times, downtown location, and dedicated uLethbridge instructors, students like Melisa have the opportunity to shine and grow to have a successful career and life.

Graduate Student Profile: Benjamin Dosu Jnr, PhD

Benjamin hopes his study will be the first steps towards improving water security for marginalized communities.

Ulethbridge students participate in 2020 ICPC North America Championship, the first competition of its kind in North America.

Graduate Student Profile: Harley Morman, PhD

Harley is a visual artist who blends his artistic talent with his interest in contemporary art, material culture, and trans studies.

Canada Research Chair Monique Giroux hopes to inspire future Indigenous researchers

Canada Research Chair Dr. Monique Giroux (Music) engages students in her research projects with the hope of inspiring the next generation of Indigenous researchers and ethnomusicologists.

Employee Spotlight: Trisha Henschel | Executive Director, Calgary Campus

Trisha finds the best part of her job is the ability to innovate, build and pursue a vision for the uLethbridge Calgary Campus.

Faculty of Education Dean's Message

The practicum program in the Faculty of Education strives to provide a breadth of experiences (grade level as well as urban and rural settings) for all of our students, and this principle helps to ensure their readiness for their first teaching position, whatever it may bring.