Remarkable young scholars to lead Raising Spirit in Blackfoot Territory 3.0 For more than 15 years, the Raising Spirit Project has brought together Blackfoot families, Elders, students and researchers at the University of Lethbridge to explore knowledge sharing, culture and community-based learning. Designed
Governor General's Gold Medal for Graduate Studies and School of Graduate Studies Medal of Merit, Doctor of Philosophy Winner Jackson R. Ham For Jackson R. Ham (BSc ’19, MSc ’21, PhD ’25), graduate school was never just about the research — it was about the people, the questions and the unexpected directions that made the work
Master of Science Medal of Merit Winner Mark Lea Mark Lea's (BSc ’23, MSc ’25) experience at the University of Lethbridge stands as a testament to what can be achieved through hard work, perseverance and genuine curiosity. During his graduate
Faculty of Arts & Science (Sciences) Gold Medal Winner Brannon Sumner Faculty of Arts & Science (Sciences) Gold Medal Winner Brannon Sumner (BSc ’26) shaped his university journey through a profound dedication to research, leadership, athletics and community service at the University of Lethbridge
Academic Medal of the Governor General of Canada - Silver Medal (Undergraduate) Winner Benjamin Sharp Academic Medal of the Governor General of Canada - Silver Medal (Undergraduate) Ben Sharp (BSc ’26) is a prime example of academic excellence. During his time at the University of Lethbridge, Sharp participated in
Faculty of Arts & Science (Arts) Gold Medal Winner Sydney Whiting Faculty of Arts & Science (Arts) Gold Medal Winner Sydney Whiting (BA ’26) lets genuine curiosity and a passion for community engagement guide her academic endeavours. It is an approach that defines her
Homework? Delivered. Packaging? Unexpected. First-year student Joel Wegner thought outside the syllabus when it came to his homework assignments in Hebrew.
Meet Dr. Natasha Rebry, Instructor III, Academic Writing/English Natasha Rebry is an interdisciplinary researcher who likes nothing better than bringing people together for conversations across disciplines.
Breeding industry stands to benefit from ULethbridge fertility research Dr. Nehal Thakor and his research team have partnered with University of Calgary researchers as they seek to better understand reproductive biology and fertility.
Meet Laurie Pacarynuk, Instructor II and Lab Coordinator, Department of Biological Sciences Laurie Pacarynuk discovered a love for teaching when she had the opportunity to teach as a graduate student.
The University of Lethbridge Chem Guys to go out with a bang at final show Guided by their motto, “Chemistry is fun,” the University of Lethbridge Chem Guys are preparing one final show with hopes to raise funds for a scholarship to carry their legacy forward.
Meet Iitsissaana'wa (Seen Standing in Front), Deserae Tailfeathers (BSc '24), Indigenous STEM (InSTEM) Coordinator with Destination Exploration Deserae Tailfeathers works to embed Blackfoot Knowledge Systems into everything she does.
Meet Dr. Nicholas Dunn, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, Faculty of Arts & Science A lover of the great outdoors, Dr. Nicholas Dunn looks forward to spending time in nature in southern Alberta and Montana.
Meet Dr. Ken Holyoke, Assistant Professor of Archaeology, Department of Geography & Environment Dr. Ken Holyoke found his way to a rich and varied career in archaeology after taking an anthropology course in his second year of university.
Meet Dr. Peter Dibble, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry When he's not busy creating new molecules in the chemistry lab, you can find Peter doing woodturning projects. He's also the proud owner of a 115-year-old tuba.
Meet Dr. Kevin McGeough (BA '96), Professor of Archaeology, Department of Geography & Environment Co-Chair, Board of Governors Research Chair in Archaeological Theory and Reception Dr. Kevin McGeough says he's never NOT been in school, and this year marks Grade 45!
From Textbooks to the Field: My Co-op Journey at the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo Bethlehem Tessema, a remarkable fifth-year student in the Urban and Regional Studies and Economics dual degree program, has distinguished herself through a pioneering and proactive approach to her career. Her journey through the Co-op program has equipped her with invaluable professional skills.
Finding Confidence and Purpose Through Co-op Jacqueline Ahenkorah embodies perseverance and the transformative power of experiential learning. Her journey through the co-op program has not only armed her with invaluable professional skills but has also profoundly reshaped her understanding of her own capabilities.
Meet Dr. Amir Akbary, Professor, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science Having taught for the past 25 years, Dr. Amir Akbary especially enjoys learning what his former students have been up to and see how they've grown.
Connecting Minds Through Neuroscience and Storytelling Alisha’s second year at ULethbridge was enriched when she became involved with the Storyteller at Large Applied Studies program.
Where theatre meets neuroscience: A one-of-a-kind class at ULethbridge At the University of Lethbridge, learning doesn’t stay in the classroom. In a unique summer course called Theatre for Scientific Purposes, fine arts and science students and professors work side by side on real-world brain research.
Mentors from the Faculty of Arts & Science inspire next generation of science leaders The University of Lethbridge continues to champion youth innovation and scientific exploration through meaningful mentorship.
Shining Student Jessica Mustard From childhood swimming lessons and science camps to tagging along with her dad in university lectures, this Jessica Mustard has been connected to the University of Lethbridge for as long as she can remember.
Shining Student Troy Josey Troy Josey, a second-year physics student at the University of Lethbridge, is making waves in research while embracing every opportunity to learn, grow, and explore the natural world.
Academic Medal of the Governor General of Canada - Silver Medal (Undergraduate) Winner Hailey Slobodian Academic Medal of the Governor General of Canada - Silver Medal (Undergraduate) Hailey Slobodian (BSc '25), a record-setting player on the Pronghorns women’s soccer team, found her stride both on the field and in the neuroscience lab, where she spent two years gaining hands-on research experience.