Arts & Science Faculty

Shining Student Marc Tardif

A dedicated mycologist and bowyer, Marc is channeling his curiosity and passion for the natural world into his University of Lethbridge experience, bringing enthusiasm to both his personal pursuits and his teaching.

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.

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.

Shining Graduate Ikinainiahkii (Gently Singing), Camina Weasel Moccasin

Ikinainiahkii, Camina Weasel Moccasin's (BA '13, MA '24) pursuit of graduate studies at ULethbridge was driven by her dedication to Blackfoot culture. Reflected in her thesis focusing on Blackfoot sacred and significant sites, she aims to reform heritage management policy and procedure.

Education Shining Student Grant Skoretz

Grant Skoretz took a love for physical activity and sports and is turning it into a combined degree is Kinesiology and Education at ULethbridge.

Dr. Pascal Ghazalian, Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Economics

Dr. Pascal Ghazalian has been with ULethbridge for 16 years after completing his post-secondary education at institutions around the world.

Dr. Arundhati Dasgupta

Theoretical physics professor Dr. Arundhati Dasgupta explores the wonders of the universe, driven by her fascination with both the vast unknown of galaxies and the mysteries of quantum theory.

Coffee with David

After 42-and-a-half years, Dr. David Naylor is set to retire at the end of the year.

Dr. Jamal Mansour, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology

Dr. Jamal Mansour studies eyewitness memories, police lineups, and the weapon focus effect.

Faculty of Arts & Science welcomes Dr. Alex Tetarenko

The Faculty of Arts & Science would like to introduce Dr. Alex Tetarenko. Alex, who will be teaching first-year astronomy courses, arrives in southern Alberta after a journey that took her from the ice oval to the tropics.

Faculty of Arts & Science welcomes Dr. Noa Reich

The Faculty of Arts & Science would like to introduce Dr. Noa Reich, who will be teaching subjects including Victorian literature in the Department of English. Noa found plenty of inspiration at home for her chosen career path.

Faculty of Arts & Science welcomes Caroline Russell

The Faculty of Arts & Science would like to introduce Caroline Russell. Caroline, who will be teaching Blackfoot, looks to family members for both inspiration and time spent away from the University of Lethbridge.

Quantum Horizons Alberta initiative: A magnet for high-calibre researchers and graduate students to ULethbridge

A recently announced provincial partnership has the potential to not only further boost the University of Lethbridge’s first-rate reputation in the field of quantum science research, but also provide spin-off benefits for years to come.

Education Shining Student Azia Burton

Azia Burton always knew she wanted to join the Faculty of Education, but she did some exploring before finding what she was passionate about and committing to majoring in Science.

Shining Student Jayne Asekhauno

Driven by a personal medical mystery, Shining Student Jayne Asekhauno is on the path to becoming a neurosurgeon.

What does it mean to engage in truth and reconciliation in higher learning institutions? A conversation with Dr. Apooyak'ii, Tiffany Prete

As we recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, it is important to learn and understand how we can take meaningful steps to achieve the goals of the day and the overall mission of truth and reconciliation in Canada.

De'Andrae Pierre - Pronghorn Basketball

"I'm not the first and for sure won't be the last I just hope to make a positive impact while I'm here."

Dr. Reginald Bibby, sociology professor, looks back on a stellar 46-year career

Dr. Reg Bibby plans to keep on surveying Canadians about their beliefs and values following his retirement

ACID:BASE creates a safe place for marginalized groups in chemistry

If you are interested in the chemical sciences and want a safe place for marginalized groups in chemistry, run, don’t walk, to join ACID:BASE! U of L brings a local chapter of the CWIC to campus during the pandemic.

Dr. Paul Hayes returns from five-month fellowship in Japan

During their five-month stay in Japan, Dr. Paul Hayes and his family hiked to the top of Mt. Fuji.

Faculty of Arts & Science Dean's Office Welcomes new Associate Dean, Dr. Hillary Rodrigues

As the Faculty of Arts & Science continues to navigate unprecedented budgetary and health challenges, Dean Matt Letts is pleased to announce that Dr. Hillary Rodrigues will join the associate team in July, replacing Dr. Harold Jansen while he takes up his post in the Library.

Dr. Maura Hanrahan examines water insecurity from an Indigenous perspective

Dr. Maura Hanrahan conducts research from an Indigenous perspective bringing ongoing examples of environmental injustice, including water insecurity, to national arenas like the Supreme Court of Canada and to international journals.

Dr. James Byrne's research hopes to advance climate change action to protect humanity, ecosystems, and water systems

Through his scientific research, Department of Geography and Environment professor Dr. James Byrne hopes to advance climate change action to protect humanity, ecosystems, and water systems.

Introducing David B Hobbs

David B Hobbs joined the University of Lethbridge in the midst of a global pandemic, as an assistant professor in the Department of English. We asked David a few questions so that we can all get to know him a bit better. Introducing David B Hobbs.