ULethbridge Alumni

The Waking Death Collective: Fine Arts event series explores death through artistic practice

Artist and associate professor Mia van Leeuwen (Drama) is pursuing a multi-pronged research project that explores art-making that is death-facing, participating in a wider cultural movement to contemplate themes of death, dying and grief.

How ULethbridge alumnus Jason Wegner is creating safe spaces for students by sharing his journey with Bipolar 1 Disorder

Opening up about his journey with Bipolar 1 Disorder has become a superpower in Jason Wegner's practice as a middle school teacher.

Q&A with alumnus, Mike Kawchuk

Dhillon School of Business alumnus, Mike Kawchuk (BMgt '15) talks about his ULethbridge experience and how his degree helped prepare him for a successful career in finance.

ULethbridge alumna Heidi Wood reflects on hitting the red carpet for third Junos nomination

A choral music teacher in Calgary, Wood has a hat trick of nominations for the MusiCounts Teacher of the Year Award.

Devon May "flies" his way to the top

A passion for finance and aviation led Bachelor of Management alumnus, Devon May to the top of a major U.S. company.

Eileen Sowunmi (BA ’22) continues to build values of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging in her career

Inspired by the groundbreaking work experience she did as a student, University of Lethbridge alumna Eileen Sowunmi (BA ’22) is paving the way for change in the engineering industry in Canada.

Research plus action equals invaluable experience

If Taylor Blais (BA ’23) has a superpower, it could very well be their abilities as an action-oriented social justice researcher – skills they put to good use during a eight-month co-op.

Shining Student Aleah Bastien (BA ‘21)

Aleah Bastien (BA '21) discovered her passion for research and activism as an undergrad at ULethbridge. With the encouragement of her professors, she is working towards finishing her master's thesis for her MA in women and gender studies.

Shining Student Rebecca Jeong (BSc ‘20)

After completing independent studies and an undergraduate thesis during her BSc in chemistry at ULethbridge, Rebecca Jeong (BSc '20) became passionate about computational chemistry. As the University has great faculty members and facilities, she was excited to continue her graduate studies here.

Shining Student Hanna Fantin (BA ‘22)

Not really knowing what to study at university, Hanna Fantin (BA '22) chose ULethbridge as a place to start fresh in a new city. After falling in love with a major she selected by chance and faculty who truly care about students, Hanna continues her journey with a master’s in history.

Shining Student Makay Murray (BSc ‘19)

Makay Murray (BSc '19) hopes to one day work in the field of drug discovery and design to help eradicate the next big disease. After excelling in chemistry research as an undergraduate student at ULethbridge, Makay decided to stay on and pursue his master's and then his doctorate.

Shining Student LaRae Smith (BA/BEd ‘21)

LaRae Smith (BA/BEd '21) initially chose ULethbridge for its excellent teaching program. She stayed here for her master's because of the fantastic support and mentorship she received from Dr. Kristine Alexander from the Department of History, who is now her grad studies supervisor

Introducing ULethbridge's 15th Chancellor

New University of Lethbridge Chancellor Terry Whitehead (BA ’94) had no idea what he didn’t know when he began his first semester as a ULethbridge student in 1987 — what he soon discovered changed his life and set him on a path of discovery he’s still walking today.

Jonathan Le May - Silver Medal of the Governor General

Shining Student Jonathan Le May wasted no time exploring research opportunities in the Department of Neuroscience once he arrived at ULethbridge. Little did he know how important rats would rank as part of this experience.

Royal Adkin (BMgt ’18) — Indigenous Student Advisor (Iikaisskini Indigenous Services)

As an Indigenous Student Advisor, Royal Adkin (BMgt ’18) enjoys connecting Indigenous students with resources and helping to elevate their cultural experiences on campus.

Understanding Black History with alumnus Olalere Adepoju

Dhillon School of Business Alumnus Olalere Adepoju shares his point of view on Black History Month and what it takes to move forward as a society.

ULethbridge alumna Lindsey Kapitzke (BFA - Dramatic Arts ’15) recalls surreal experience working on The Last of Us production

The television adaptation of The Last of Us is proving to be a worldwide hit and, for University of Lethbridge alumna Lindsey Kapitzke (BFA ’15), being able to be a part of the production crew marked a major career milestone.

New exhibition by alumna Ooleepeeka Eegeesiak (BA ’19) evokes climate memories of the past

Ooleepeeka Eegeesiak is the artist and curator behind the newest exhibition at the ULethbridge Art Gallery Christou satellite space.

Teaching in the Northwest Territories: How Landon Kowalzik found his home in Yellowknife

Born and raised in southern Alberta, Kowalzik has now spent nearly two decades in the Northwest Territories after his first full-time teaching job took him to Yellowknife.

Siipoimoststa, Santanita Oka (BHSc '16), Indigenous mental health outreach worker, Iikaisskini Indigenous Services

Meet Santanita Oka (BHSc '14), who works with Iikaisskini Indigenous Services as the Indigenous mental health outreach worker.

Shining Student Ryley Gelinas (BA '20)

The academic journey for Ryley Gelinas (BA '20) may continue in the same space she completed her undergraduate degree, but it has changed to reflect where she is going. While Ryley began her studies as an English major, she fell in love with history, and the rest is ‘history,’ so to speak.

Board of Governors pledges $10 million in match funds to support student scholarships

Acknowledging that increased financial support is critical in ensuring a university education remains an option for more students, the University of Lethbridge Board of Governors is pledging $10 million in match funds for the establishment of new endowed student scholarships.

How one ULethbridge alumnus' painful past sparked a new business and brighter future

ULethbridge Alumnus, Nathir Haimoun overcomes setbacks caused by the Syrian war by starting his own moving business. Find out how a substantial award and mentorship from a Dhillon School of Business professor is helping him reach his entrepreneurial goals.

Archaeology students unlock secrets of the past at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump

For archaeology students, getting their hands dirty is a highlight of their education. This past summer, archaeology undergraduate and graduate students had the chance to get grit under their fingernails during a field school at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump.

Boosting your resume with bioinformatics

The Graduate Certificate in Bioinformatics was the perfect way for Melissa Ota (BSc Co-op '21, GC '22) to improve her job prospects in a rapidly growing field.