Artist-designed utility boxes bring colour and creativity to campus

Bringing more art to campus to increase the vibrancy of ULethbridge spaces, several new projects have been unveiled.

Creating a culture of inclusion within the Faculty of Education

In 2023, the ULethbridge OKI sign arrived on campus. This initiative aimed to celebrate Blackfoot culture, language and the important role that “Oki” serves as a symbol of respect, understanding and reconciliation. The Faculty of Education now looks to build on this inclusive effort.

Dr. Chelsea Ekstrand, Assistant Professor, Canadian Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience

Dr. Chelsea Ekstrand joined ULethbridge in 2020 because of the infrastructure available in Science Commons and the opportunity to help build a world-class human neuroimaging program.

Ruby Kwong: 2023 Eldon Emerson Scholarship Recipient

Ruby Kwong, a Dhillon School of Business student majoring in human resource management and labour relations has reached a significant milestone in her academic and professional journey. The Calgary campus student was the

Faculty of Fine Arts Signature Events and Performance Series showcases the future of creativity

A thriving arts and culture scene is crucial to a student’s success in their educational programs; the success of fine arts students directly influences the communities in which they grow and express creativity in.

Leo Brooks (BMus '96, MA '22), Partnerships and Commercialization Coordinator, Research and Innovation Services

Leo Brooks, assistant director of Global Drums, also works to drum up partnerships between researchers and stakeholders.

From rugby field to classroom: alumna Keegan Brantner returns to ULethbridge as a kinesiology instructor

Keegan Brantner’s (BA Kinesiology '21) career is a compelling blend of athletic and academic achievements. Beginning as a standout rugby player for the University of Lethbridge Pronghorns, she smoothly transitioned into the academic world, focusing on Kinesiology.

Bringing the joy back to gaming with adaptive technology

University of Lethbridge alumna and recreation therapist Mackenzie Kyfiuk (BTR ’24) is using adaptive gaming equipment for recreation and rehab to return patients back to gaming.

ULethbridge alumna and Chief Superintendent for the Calgary Board of Education, Joanne Pitman, is building a legacy of leadership

Recently announced as the new Chief Superintendent for the Calgary Board of Education (CBE) following a nation-wide search, University of Lethbridge alumna, Joanne Pitman felt destined to make her mark in the educational world.

Dhillon School of Business to start offering Bachelor of Business Administration

In response to the evolving business landscape and to better reflect the comprehensive nature of its curriculum, the Dhillon School of Business at the University of Lethbridge proudly announces the name transition of

Vincent Weiler (BSc '16, MSc '19), Magnetic Resonance Technician, Siemens Biomed Technician, Magnetic Resonance Centre

Vince Weiler is the go-to person for the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Facility and the U3T MRI. He provides hazard orientation and basic training as part of his role.

Music and psychology alumna, Lauren Vomberg, returns to ULethbridge to teach future generations

As one of the newest faculty members in the University of Lethbridge’s Faculty of Arts & Science, Lauren Vomberg’s journey reads like a musical with a surprising key change—from a clarinet career cut short to a triumphant return as a music cognition expert.

ULethbridge Alumna Jade Oldfield wins international chess award for research on executive function in at-risk youth

Every year, Chess.com selects five students to win a Chessable Research Award. As a corporation with over 100 million subscribers, to say the odds of being selected are one in a million would not be an oversight. Leaving nothing to chance, Jade Oldfield is now a 2024 Chessable Research Award winner.

Campbell Peat (BA '08, MA '11), Research Facilitator, Research and Innovation Services

Campbell Peat (BA '08, MA '11), Research Facilitator, Research and Innovation Services

Celebrating the life and legacy of Coach Ric Suggitt

Rugby is a sport that attracts people with big personalities – players, spectators and coaches alike. Ric Suggitt was a prime example of the larger-than-life types the sport attracts.

The Dr. Doug Inglis and Jenny Gusse Memorial Fund

Dr. Doug Inglis' and Jenny Gusse's lives were all about discovery, living to explore and push limits personally and professionally.

A legacy of leadership

There’s a history of philanthropy at the University of Lethbridge that is rooted in meaningful and personal relationships between donors and the institution they support.

Celebrating three decades of Indigenous student support

For more than 30 years, an endowment established by TC Energy has provided critical support for Indigenous programs at ULethbridge.

Supporting our students

ULethbridge Chancellors, past and present, know the value that supporting students holds.

Diana Letts-Piedrahita (BHSc '12), Teaching Development Facilitator, Teaching Centre and Sessional Instructor II, Department of Modern Languages

I am originally from Santiago de Cali, Colombia, and have lived in Canada for the past 23 years, with 21 of those years in Lethbridge.

Colleen Klassen, Agility Innovation Zone Coordinator

As the new Innovation Zone Coordinator for Agility, Klassen is enjoying the mix of administrative and hands-on work.

Faculty of Education graduate Kaye Bonto wants to encourage students' natural curiosities

Witnessing "a-ha moments" and seeing her future students be immersed in learning and creative pursuits that interest them is what excites Faculty of Education student Kaye Bonto most about becoming a teacher.

Inspiring global citizens

Study abroad and Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities help change perspectives, create motivated learners and transform students into game-changing global citizens.

Flightless bird study lands graduate student Sara Citron at the Smithsonian

Sara Citron, a PhD student in the University of Lethbridge's Department of Neuroscience, was selected as a Smithsonian Institution Ten-Week Graduate Student Fellow this summer.

Robertson Philipp Family Prize illuminates the impact of a liberal education

The Robertson Philipp Family Prize was established to support students while bringing recognition to the benefits of a liberal education.