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Our graduates are leaders and change-makers

Alumna Laurel Scott’s (BFA - Art ’21) Anderson Hall mural reflects serene southern Alberta landscape

As you walk into Anderson Hall, you will be greeted by a grand, new sight.

Faculty of Fine Arts 3 min read

Music Alumna Zoe Pepper (BMus '23) shines onstage

University of Lethbridge alumna Zoe Pepper (BMus '23) continues to shine onstage in her career as an actor, dancer and singer.

Faculty of Fine Arts 4 min read

Alumni couple’s enduring love story took root at University of Lethbridge

Alumni Don and Judi Hall fondly recall their first meeting at the University of Lethbridge, their journey together for more than five decades and their time as struggling married students and their desire to give back in the form of a scholarship.

Giving 4 min read

Dr. Jennifer Geddes-McAlister on International Day of Women and Girls in Science: be the difference

Alumna Dr. Jennifer Geddes-McAlister provides words of inspiration and reflects on her own journey as a woman in science, to mark International Day of Women and Girls in Science.

International Day of Women & Girls in Science 3 min read

Honouring Helen Piper's legacy through support for Indigenous ULethbridge students

Wâpanacâhkos (Morning Star) Helen Piper’s unshakable resolve to further her education despite significant setbacks has inspired a generous gift in her memory to help future Indigenous University of Lethbridge students.

Giving 6 min read

Julie Henderson stays close to her roots

Dhillon School of Business graduate, Julie Henderson didn't have to go far to find her dream job. As a major in human resources and labor relations, she secured a position within the University of Lethbridge's own human resources department.

Dhillon School of Business 3 min read

Yisstsiiyi production a historic first for the University of Lethbridge

Marshall Vielle (BFA - Dramatic Arts ’17) is making history on the University of Lethbridge Mainstage. Marshall, along with fellow Making Treaty 7 members Caleigh Crow and Neil Fleming, are bringing the institution’s first Indigenous-led and created production to the stage.

Faculty of Fine Arts 4 min read

Alumnus pays tribute in autobiography to vital role University of Lethbridge played in achieving his dream

The University of Lethbridge figures prominently in the recently-published autobiography of alumnus Desmond (Dez) Kamara, so it's only fitting the book will be launched here as well.

Alumni 3 min read

Play Right Prize helps students launch careers as script writers

The true impact of student awards and scholarships can sometimes be measured through the success of students in their respective fields.

Giving 3 min read

Recognizing our outstanding Alumni Award winners

The University of Lethbridge Alumni Achievement Awards and the ULethbridge Honour Society inductees are about recognizing and celebrating alumni who are shining examples of what it means to be a ULethbridge graduate.

Alumni 6 min read

Iinaatsii'swaawaakaasaakii (Pretty Spider Woman), Taylor Little Mustache, aspires to lead the next generation of learners

Iinaatsii'swaawaakaasaakii (Pretty Spider Woman), Taylor Little Mustache (BA/BEd '19, MEd '23)has found comfort and community as a lifelong learner and graduate at the University of Lethbridge.

Fall 2023 Convocation 5 min read

Jesse Aspinall (BSc '20, MSc '23) monitors post-fire regeneration using remote sensing

With a master’s in geography, Jesse Aspinall (BSc '20, MSc '23) hopes to continue to grow professionally and personally in a field he is passionate about, wherever that should take him.

School of Graduate Studies 2 min read

Shining Graduate Sooyi'kitstaki (Water Offering), Christine Scout-Bastien

With a degree in psychology, Christine Scout-Bastien (BA ’23) has gained an appreciation for the benefits that come with truly listening to, and communicating with those around her, whether they are peers or professors.

Fall 2023 Convocation 3 min read

Shining Graduate Behroo Mirza Agha

From her very first class at the University of Lethbridge Dr. Behroo Mirza Agha (BSc '16, MSc '18, PhD '23) knew she made a great choice of study and post-secondary institution.

Fall 2023 Convocation 2 min read

Shining Graduate Jasmine Rodak

With a degree in kinesiology, Jasmine Rodak (BA ’23) has excelled academically while forging meaningful connections with professors and peers. Her experiences range from active participation in the local hockey community to valuable life lessons, emphasizing physical health and resilience.

Fall 2023 Convocation 2 min read

Ulises Charles-Rodriguez (PhD '23) leverages health research and practical experiences to drive meaningful EDIB change

After he successfully defended his PhD dissertation, Ulises Charles Rodriguez (PhD '23) realized he'd been transformed during his four years at ULethbridge

Doctor of Philosophy 4 min read

Chelsea Wilson jumped into graduate studies, teaching and new motherhood with both feet

Chelsea Wilson (BSc/BEd '16, MEd '23) returned to the University of Lethbridge after her undergraduate experience with the Faculty of Education set her up for success as a teacher in the field.

Faculty of Education 6 min read

Honouring co-op student excellence in memory of Doreen Kooy

She was a kind soul and an inspiration to many. Former Dhillon School of Business Co-op Coordinator Doreen Kooy has passed, but her legacy lives on through the Doreen Kooy Memorial Prize for Co-op Student Excellence, offered though the University of Lethbridge's Dhillon School of Business

Dhillon School of Business 3 min read

Art Gallery showcases new works in Recent Acquisitions exhibit

The ULethbridge Art Gallery houses one of the most important art collections in Canada. Their collection continues to grow and this exhibit features an impressive range of recently acquired works.

Faculty of Fine Arts 2 min read

Cathy Kanashiro (BMgt '91), Associate Vice-President (Finance)

Born in England and growing up across Canada, Cathy Kanashiro sees Lethbridge as the place where she really grew up. Attending ULethbridge with the intent on earning a science degree, Cathy ended up taking accounting and loved every minute of it.

Faculty & Staff 2 min read

New Art Gallery exhibit identifies previously unknown Inuit artists

What’s in a name? As the latest exhibition in the University of Lethbridge Art Gallery’s Helen Christou Gallery shows, names can come in many forms and shapes.

Faculty of Fine Arts 4 min read

Heather Takahashi (BA '04), Interim Associate Vice President, Human Resources

Heather Takahashi (BA '04) grew up in Yellowknife and came to ULethbridge after high school with the idea of becoming a teacher. An internship with the Government of the Northwest Territories sparked her interest in human resources.

Faculty & Staff 2 min read

Dr. Nick Sullivan (BMus '04), Fine Arts Recruitment & Retention Specialist

Dr. Nick Sullivan (BMus '04) is no stranger to the Faculty of Fine Arts. From being a student, to teaching the next generation his love of low brass, to excelling in his new role as a recruitment and retention specialist, Fine Arts is woven through everything Nick does.

Faculty & Staff 2 min read

Spirit Prize winner Nato’yi’kina’soyi, Hali Heavy Shield (BA/BEd ’06, MEd ’12) blends traditional and contemporary Blackfoot art practices

PhD student Nato’yi’kina’soyi, Hali Heavy Shield (BA/BEd ’06, MEd ’12) is the 2023 winner of the Spirit Prize, an award for emerging Indigenous visual artists as they develop their careers and advance their artistic practices.

Doctor of Philosophy 3 min read

Piitaayinnimaa (Eagle who Captures) Remko Hess captures the spirit of art and identity at ULethbridge

ULethbridge has been a catalyst for Piitaayinnimaa (Eagle who Captures) Remko Hess’ (BA ’23) growth, encouraging him to challenge and expand his perspectives. And, in a world filled with colours, brushstrokes, and endless possibilities, Remko soars above and beyond as an artist.

Spring 2023 Convocation 2 min read
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