Convocation - ULethbridge Stories (Page 10)

Congratulations Fall 2020 Dhillon School of Business Graduates!

Congratulations from all of us at the Dhillon School of Business! We're so proud of you and what you've accomplished.

Seven Questions with Shining Graduate Akalanka Galappaththi (MSc '20)

Akalanka Galappaththi accompanied his wife from Sri Lanka to Canada, where he decided to embark on an educational journey of his own, pursuing a Master of Science program at uLethbridge.

Meeting challenges paved the way to success

Finding her niche, Angelica Zucchiatti is using her degree as a springboard to help people with addictions.

Seven Questions with Shining Graduate Sirhaan Bhanji (BMgt '20)

Graduate Sirhaan Bhanji tells us about his experience as an international student at uLethbridge. Sirhaan came to Canada from Tanzania and made the most of his undergraduate studies in Canada.

Shining Graduate, Brayden Pitcher, BSc '20

As an undergraduate student, Brayden Pitcher worked to build connections, both with his professors and his peers. Through those connections, he researched ways in which we can improve the teaching of work-related skills for students with disabilities. Learn more about his uLethbridge experience.

5 questions with graduate Cody Russell (BMgt '20)

Dhillon School of Business student Cody Russell, a Marketing major and Supply Chain Management minor, talks about his uLethbridge experience.

Five questions with alumna Mariam Ullah (BMgt '20)

Heralding from Yellowknife N.W.T., Dhillon School of Business graduate Mariam Ullah came all the way to Lethbridge A.B. to pursue a Bachelor of Management in Accounting.

Dr. Kevin Wood: First Graduate of the PhD Program in Education

The Fall 2020 University of Lethbridge convocation honours Dr. Kevin Wood as the first graduate of the PhD program in Education. "I was so satisfied with my master’s program, that to have the same opportunity in a PhD was incredibly attractive, " says Dr. Kevin Wood.

A Convocation Story: Sharing the Joy with Rita Lal (MEd '20)

"A very special happening took place that I would like to tell you about." Dr. Carmen Mombourquette, Faculty of Education

Five questions with Shining Graduate Dylan Nikkel BSc '20

Dylan Nikkel's most memorable uLethbridge experience was defending his Honours Thesis. It was both intense and immensely satisfying.

Forging a friendship

An off-chance meeting on the first day of New Student Orientation (NSO) in 2015 led to a friendship that has sustained Nick Hassink (BSc ’19) and James Eaton (BSc ’20) throughout their undergraduate studies.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Elise Pundyk (BFA - Art '20)

Elise Pundyk (BFA - Art '20) was involved in the creation of the World University Service of Canada uLethbridge student group. She is now involved with the United Nation’s Major Group for Children and Youth on a Task Force putting together the Global Forum on Migration and Development.

uLethbridge sends convocation home with love

The most momentous occasion of the year could not be passed by without the requisite pomp and circumstance, so uLethbridge sent convocation home to the class of 2020.

Don’t discredit the electives: liberal education opens doors to new career opportunities for recent graduate

Sometimes the area of study that you start at university is not the career you end up in. Thanks to the flexible liberal education environment at the University of Lethbridge, exposure to new classes and ideas led to an inspiring new career for recent graduate Farah Rajan (BASc ’20).

University Wind Orchestra celebrates convocation 2020

Dr. Chee Meng Low, Director, and members of the Wind Orchestra bring the traditional tune to the Graduating Class of 2020, from their homes to yours.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Anna Bosgra (BMus '20)

Anna Bosgra (BMus ’20; tuba) was a stand out student in the Department of Music, noted by her instructors as a dedicated student who consistently achieved high grades and strove to ensure that her musical development put her on a level to be recognized outside of uLethbridge.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Gerald Rogers (BMus '20)

Gerald Rogers (BMus ’20; trombone) auditioned and was selected to be a participant in the 2020 National Youth Band of Canada and was selected as a participant in the Denis Wick Canadian Wind Ensemble.

Five questions with Shining Graduate and this Year's Recipient of the Gold Medal in Science Kate Chua BSc '20

Kate Chua, who has earned a BSc Neuroscience, has been awarded this year's Gold Medal (Science). The most important lesson she learned at uLethbridge is that it is important to allow yourself to make your own path and not one that is expected of you.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Jennifer Matosevic (BMus '18, BEd ’20)

In her final practicum, Jennifer's school administrator described her as a “highly skilled, reflective, and organized teacher." Her teacher mentors call her a “dedicated professional that strives for excellence,” and go on to say, “it has been an honour to teach and learn alongside her.”

Five questions with Shining Graduate Rita Lal (BSc/BEd '01, MEd '20)

Throughout her master’s program Rita maintained a 4.0 GPA and is now about to embark on doctoral studies; we wish her every success in her PhD.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Austin Knibb (BFA - New Media '20)

During a time when he should have been donning his cap and walking the stage with his fellow classmates, Austin Knibb (BFA - New Media '20) took on the task of bringing convocation to their homes instead, creating the 2020 Convocation Video.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Aimée Yurris (BHSc ’20)

During her practicum in Aboriginal Health, Aimée took the initiative to spearhead the uLethbridge Meal Exchange Chapter, a student group with the goal of advocating for a more sustainable, equitable campus food system, and connecting campus to the national student food security movement.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Elani Bykowski (BSc '18, MSc '20)

Proper rehabilitation is required after a traumatic brain or spinal cord injury to promote long-term recovery. Elani's studies focused on nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy as a more efficient, cost-effective alternative to CT scans and MRI for diagnosing brain and spinal cord injury.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Jessica (Lohues) Nelson (BEd/BSc ’20)

This year's Faculty of Education Gold Medal recipient, Jessica excelled in the classroom while at the same time goaltending for the uLethbridge Women’s Hockey team. Her field experience reports speak to a capable teacher that is knowledgeable, caring, fun and engaging.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Aimee Benoit (BA ’98, MSc ’16, PhD ’20)

Dr. Aimee Benoit’s award-winning research has made a significant contribution to our understanding of urban income inequality and the forces of social exclusion/inclusion. She is the recipient of the School of Graduate Studies Silver Medal of Merit (PhD) and the Governor General’s Gold Medal.