Faculty of Arts & Science - ULethbridge Stories (Page 13)

Shining Student Seraphin Yip

Seraphin Yip chose uLethbridge for its friendly atmosphere, location, and most of all, the abundance of opportunities available. After taking part in 'Student for a Day,' she knew she was in the right place.

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

Advancing Indigenous ways of knowing

On September 30, 2021, Canada solemnly paused in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Throughout the week, the ULethbridge reflected on a painful, unjust part of Canadian history on the broadest of scales, committing to continue to take actions to build a better tomorrow.

Dr. Dennis Connolly has supported students throughout his 54-year career

Dr. Dennis Connolly (LLD ’17) started teaching mathematics in 1967, when ULethbridge was a mere fledgling, and he’s been a fixture ever since. An excellent teacher, he willingly gives his time and support to students and the community.

Dr. Cor Van Raay helps secure the future of agribusiness in southern Alberta

Cor Van Raay had his eye on the future of the area when he donated funds to establish the Cor Van Raay Southern Alberta Agribusiness Program.

IGNITING MINDS

By supporting spaces, programming and student funding, you help inspire the next generation of change-makers, difference seekers and champions for environmental sustainability, reconciliation and innovation.

ILLUMINATING OPPORTUNITIES

Through the establishment of scholarships and the development of programs, your support helps students become global citizens who think critically, communicate thoughtfully, engage in creativity an act in ways that better the world around them.

BUILDING A COMMUNITY OF INSPIRING LIGHTS

The University of Lethbridge was founded in 1967 because a group of citizens believe southern Alberta warranted its own university. Now, nearly 55 years later, continued community support has enabled uLethbridge to have a global reach.

SHINING NEW LIGHT

The path to new knowledge is complex. Through partnerships and support, researchers and students are discovering new solutions to difficult problem, enabling positive change and impacting lives around the world.

Professor Laura Chasmer

Dr. Laura Chasmer's research looks into the implications of peatland change and fire on ecosystem function, and how these impact communities, policy, and management.

Matthew Somerville wins 2021 Michael Chan Prize in Asian Studies

“Poetry doesn’t have an explicit interaction; it’s really the emotion and through that emotion we get influenced,” says Somerville.

Harnessing Biological Information in a Data-Driven World

Bioinformatics allows us to analyze and understand large amount of information, helping us with everything from personalizing cancer treatments to making agriculture more sustainable.

The Field of Science that's Hot and Getting Hotter

Rapid growth in bioinformatics means a surge of job opportunities in the field, both across the country and around the world.

Bioinformatics: Unravelling Complex Biological Data

The uLethbridge Graduate Certificate in Bioinformatics at aims to demystify bioinformatics and help students harness the power of analysis and interpretation for a wide range of applications, combining computer programming, data analysis and biology.

Angelica Peters (BA (Co-op) '21) confidently pursued experiences and definitely took some risks in the process

Shining Graduate Angelica Peters (BA Co-op '21) embraced every opportunity at uLethbridge and learned more than she ever believed possible.

The UL50 Golden Jubilee award helped Alexis Kelly (BA '21) worry less about money and focus more on the uLethbridge experience

Alexis Kelly (BA '21) was selected to win a $10,000 award based on her high school academic performance and the strength of her personal essay. This funding helped her worry less about paying for school so that she could truly embrace campus life, taking every opportunity to learn and grow.

Michelle Fox, Sikotan (BA ’21) — a Blackfoot mother who attributes family and campus community support as reason for success

"I gained knowledge, and pride in my identity as a First Nation woman. I am proud to take my place in becoming a knowledge holder."

Congratulations to the Class of 2021 from the Faculty of Arts & Science

Congratulations to the class of 2021! We wish you all the best of luck in your future endeavours and can't wait to see what you do next. We are so proud of you! #ulethgrad2021 #ulethalumni

Derrik Motz (BSc '19, MSc '21) in uncharted water researching coaching methods for adult athletes

Derrik shares his graduate journey and research on coaching methods for Masters athletes. As adults, we always worry about our youth with quality sport experiences, but we seem to forget to take care of ourselves later in life.

Mary Siever (BA '19, MA '21) explores how uLethbridge policy shapes how students see themselves

Mary explored how students navigate, and at times subvert, the normative construct. She sees future research avenues contributing to the literature about invisible or marginalized demographics.

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.

On Becoming a Teacher: "We all make mistakes but they aren’t the end of the world—just stepping stones in the learning process," Brad Aldridge (BSc '18, BEd '21)

"There are some truly amazing individuals in Education and it is incredibly rewarding to get to know them," Brad Aldridge (BSc '18, BEd '21).

Undergraduate Research Profile: Alex Smith

In this undergraduate research profile, we highlight the work that Alexandra Smith is doing to research variation in the Blackfoot language.

Undergraduate Research Profile: Megan Smith

In this undergraduate research profile, we highlight the work that Megan Smith is doing to research one of the TRC's Calls to Action.

Manager of Iikaisskini, Lindi Shade (BA '06)

Lindi Shade (BA '06) is a member of Kainai-Blood Nation and the manager of Iikaisskini at the University of Lethbridge, where she works to support Indigenous students on their educational journey.