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Convocation

A collection of 264 stories

Shining Graduate Taylor Adamitz

Taylor Adamitz's academic career at the University of Lethbridge took an exciting turn when his professor invited him to research tungsten hexafluoride during the summer. This experience ignited his passion for pursuing a master’s degree in chemistry focused on industrial applications.

Fall 2024 Convocation 2 min read

Shining Graduate Nicole Van Rootselaar

During her time at the University of Lethbridge, Nicole Van Rootselaar (PhD '24) focused her PhD studies on preschool children's neural organization and its effects on behaviour, speech and social competence.

Fall 2024 Convocation 2 min read

Shining Education Graduate Andrew Denton

An outdoorsman and math teacher, Andrew Denton believes that if you can't place yourself in an engaging learning environment, you must create one yourself. He now takes the next step in his journey as an educator, looking to inspire others to explore new heights, both personally and academically.

Fall 2024 Convocation 3 min read

Shining Education Graduate Pragya Varma

Pragya Varma is an inspiring advocate for prioritizing well-being within the educational realm. A month after crossing the stage, she will be presenting at a nation-wide conference, discussing her Master of Education project on burnout in immigrant early childhood educators.

Fall 2024 Convocation 3 min read

Shining graduate Jordan Calladine's journey from business degree to law career

From braving a blizzard during a Pronghorn women's rugby championship to completing her Bachelor of Management while also attending law school, Dhillon School of Business graduate Jordan Calladine's (BMgt '24) University of Lethbridge experience has been marked by resilience and personal growth.

Fall 2024 Convocation 4 min read

Dr. Shannon Vandenberg completes her third degree at ULethbridge

A dedicated scholar and researcher, Dr. Shannon Vandenberg has completed all three of her degrees at ULethbridge.

Fall 2024 Convocation 3 min read

Shining Faculty of Health Sciences graduate — Jason Funkhouser

Jason Funkhouser is passionate about community-driven advocacy and health promotion, tackling problems in a straightforward and logical manner.

Fall 2024 Convocation 2 min read

Shining graduate Peace Emmanuel: How getting involved transforms your degree experience

Bachelor of Management student Peace Emmanual (BSc '21, BMgt '24) embraced every opportunity of her Dhillon School of Business experience. From her leadership in the Dhillon Business Student Association, to attending

Fall 2024 Convocation 3 min read

Shining Graduate Jacqueline Eshun

An ambitious student from Kumasi, Ghana, Jacqueline has tackled the challenges of higher education with remarkable resilience, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Fall 2024 Convocation 2 min read

Shining Fine Arts Graduate I'tsstsimanaki (Fussy Girl) Savannah Delaney-Wolf Child

Faculty of Fine Arts graduate I'tsstsimanaki (Fussy Girl) Savannah Delaney-Wolf Child (BFA - Indigenous Art '24) found her passion in art history and museum studies as a result of her professors, who later become her mentors.

Fall 2024 Convocation 3 min read

Faculty of Fine Arts Gold Medal Winner Alayna McNeil (BMus '24)

Fine Arts graduate Alayna McNeil (BMus '24) took advantage of every opportunity to perform during her studies at the University of Lethbridge, even participating in the Lethbridge Symphony Orchestra.

Spring 2024 Convocation 3 min read

School of Graduate Studies Silver Medal of Merit, Master of Education winner: Moriah Edge-Partington

Moriah is a lifelong learner, dedicated to staying curious and open to possibility. Motivated by her extreme passion for her field of work, she aims to translate her research into practical solutions, offering support to teachers navigating burnout and trauma.

Spring 2024 Convocation 2 min read

School of Graduate Studies Silver Medal of Merit, Master of Counselling winner: Sydney Gelineau-Olay

A trailblazer in her field, Sydney's academic career includes a project to advance the rights of 2SLGBTQIA+ therapy clients and writing a textbook chapter. Sydney assures that while her accomplishments are the result of hard work, she would not have achieved these feats without her peers.

Spring 2024 Convocation 2 min read

William Aberhart Gold Medal in Education winner: Hayley Bedard

Originally from Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Hayley Bedard has found a new home in Lethbridge's School Division. Often described by her peers as an emerging teacher who will change the field of education, Hayley attributes much of her success to those who have helped her along the way.

Spring 2024 Convocation 3 min read

Faculty of Education Gold Medal winner: Toshi Uyesugi

Toshi Uyesugi's excellence in her program stems beyond her perfect 4.0 in both mathematics and education. A true advocate for welcoming personal change through venturing outside the comfort zone, Toshi will look to embody this principle as she pursues a master's degree.

Spring 2024 Convocation 2 min read

Medal Winner Elisha Wong

Elisha Wong spent four years working in Dr. Robert Sutherland’s lab where she completed her undergraduate honours thesis on cognitive enrichment and Alzheimer’s disease pathology.

Spring 2024 Convocation 2 min read

Medal Winner Cameron Beazer

Cameron Beazer is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Psychology (double major), with a 4.00 GPA that included A’s in 35 classes.

Spring 2024 Convocation 2 min read

Medal Winner Lawrenz Decano

Join us in congratulating medal winner Lawrenz Decano (BA '24)! Lawrenz took home the Faculty of Arts & Science (Art) Gold Medal at the Spring 2024 Convocation.

Spring 2024 Convocation 3 min read

Medal Winner Rajwinder Kaur

Rajwinder Kaur came to ULethbridge having completed her Bachelor and Master of Science in Chemistry from India, and subsequently started a master’s degree at ULethbridge in 2017 before transferring to a PhD program in 2019.

Spring 2024 Convocation 2 min read

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.

Spring 2024 Convocation 2 min read

Shining Graduate Iinisskiimmaki, Kirsten Lindley, is passionate about Indigenous culture and issues

Kirsten Lindley (BHSc '24) plans to centre Indigenous perspectives of health, including Indigenous languages, Indigenous food sovereignty and cultural practices, as health prevention and interventions.

Spring 2024 Convocation 2 min read

Shining Music Graduate Jaimee Jarvie builds Multiple Sclerosis community through song

When Faculty of Fine Arts graduate Jaimee Jarvie (BMus '13, MMus '24) was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, her path to understand and accept her new reality led her to graduate studies at the University of Lethbridge.

Spring 2024 Convocation 6 min read

Shining Fine Arts Graduate Kort Woycheshin excels with variety, mentorship and co-op

Fine Arts graduate Kort Woycheshin was able to take part in many different experiences during his time at the University of Lethbridge.

Spring 2024 Convocation 4 min read

Shining Dramatic Arts Graduate Ahona Sanyal brings love of theatre to community

Fine Arts graduand Ahona Sanyal (BFA - Dramatic Arts '24) fostered her passion for creativity as a student, taking part in a variety of experiences both onstage and offstage.

Spring 2024 Convocation 5 min read

Shining Graduate Cody Chipman

Having just accepted his first teaching position directly out of university, Cody Chipman (BA/BEd '24) attributes much of his success to his loved ones and support network. He now prepares to embark on yet another journey as his family eagerly awaits the arrival of a new addition.

Spring 2024 Convocation 2 min read
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