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Convocation

A collection of 276 stories

Q&A with Shining Graduate Dr. Chinenye Nmanma Nwoke

PhD graduate in population studies in health Dr. Chinenye Nmanma Nwoke is setting the foundation for research on maternal depression and anxiety disorders among African immigrant women in Alberta.

School of Graduate Studies 3 min read

Q&A with Shining Graduate Silvo Hernesniemi

"Maintain your desire to learn" says Master of Science in health sciences grad Silvo Hernesniemi. Research methodologies and the exploration of knowledge fueled the fire for Silvo at ULethbridge.

School of Graduate Studies 3 min read

Q&A with Shining Graduate Abrar Bin Darda

New Master of Science in Management policy and strategy grad speaks on his research, pursuing a master's during the pandemic and his experience with ULethbridge staff and faculty.

School of Graduate Studies 4 min read

Connecting with School of Graduate Studies Silver Medal of Merit, Master of Music, Carmen Letourneau

Master of Music graduate Carmen Letourneau speaks on being a part of hybrid recitals, early lockdown life, and the interconnectedness of music with psychology, sociology, physiology and neurology.

School of Graduate Studies 4 min read

Q&A with Dhillon School of Business shining graduate Sean deVisser

Dhillon School of Business Bachelor of Management graduate Sean deVisser (BMgt '22) majored in finance and has high hopes for continuing to grow his knowledge and ability in the financial world. Read about important lessons he learned, his advice to new students and more.

Convocation 3 min read

Q&A with Dhillon School of Business shining graduate Ashley Drought

When uLethbridge student Ashley Drought (BMgt '22) wanted to see if her accounting major was the right fit for her, she turned to co-operative education to help her test-drive an accounting career. How did it turn out? Learn about Ashley's experience and the lessons she learned along the way.

Alumni 3 min read

Q&A with Dhillon School of Business shining graduate Shelby Reed

Ulethbridge graduate and accounting major Shelby Reed (BMgt '22) chose to study accounting because of her love of numbers and organization. Shelby, who has already landed a full-time job, speaks about the difference taking her time getting her degree made to her educational journey and more.

Convocation 2 min read

Q&A with Dhillon School of Business shining graduate Kyra Ergang

Dhillon School of Business graduate Kyra Engang (BMgt '22) wasn't planning on staying at uLethbridge after her first year. What made the finance major and marketing minor change her mind? Find out the answer to that, how Kyra dealt with uncomfortable experiences and what became her inspiring motto.

Dhillon School of Business 5 min read

Q&A with Dhillon School of Business shining graduate Saarthak Kumar

Dhillon School of Business grad Saarthak Kumar (BMgt '22) tells us about his experience participating in research with faculty, how the Dhillon Business Student Association (DBSA) helped him prevail through the pandemic and the advice he wishes all new students would take.

Dhillon School of Business 5 min read

Q&A with shining graduate Kelsey Dellosa

Kelsey Dellosa (BFA/BMgt '22) started her post-secondary experience with the Faculty of Fine Arts. Then, thanks to a well-timed scholarship, decided to pursue a Combined Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Management. Here Kelsey shares her most memorable experiences and lessons she's learned.

Dhillon School of Business 7 min read

Q&A with Dhillon School of Business shining graduate Andrew Belisle

Dhillon School of Business accounting major Andrew Belisle (BMgt '22) used co-op to hone his skills and make himself attractive to potential employers. Here he talks about what contributed to his success, including how he managed to get four offers from top recruiters by graduation.

Dhillon School of Business 6 min read

Co-operative Education experiences shape Jenna Sullivan’s confidence and career direction

As Jenna Sullivan (BSc Co-op ‘22) prepares to walk across the stage to receive her Bachelor of Science in biochemistry, she reflects on the ULethbridge experiences that helped shape her journey, particularly co-op.

Faculty of Arts & Science 3 min read

Q&A with Shining Graduate Julisha Roache

Julisha Roache (BA '22) took advantage of work-integrated-learning opportunities at ULethbridge. As part of her honours thesis, she examined how the process of racialization affects the social identity of Caribbean immigrants in Canada.

Faculty of Arts & Science 3 min read

Q&A with Shining Graduate Mollie Riley

Mollie Riley (BA '22) graduates this spring with Great Distinction for her Bachelor of Arts majoring in history. At ULethbridge, Mollie was able to participate in experiential learning that helped shape her experience by providing tremendous learning and growth opportunities.

Faculty of Arts & Science 2 min read

Q&A with Shining Graduate Zoie Hansen

Zoie Hansen (BSc Co-op '22) graduates with Distinction this spring with a Bachelor of Science in psychology, and the Co-operative Education designation. Her pursuit of experiential education took her to Denmark and Hungary and helped shape her understanding of the world and what lies ahead.

Faculty of Arts & Science 2 min read

Q&A with Shining Graduate Kathleen Mah

Kathleen Mah (BA '22) has an incredibly exciting summer planned that will take across the country and as far as Portugal! She is off to two conferences where she will present her research work on the Freedom movement.

Faculty of Arts & Science 3 min read

Q&A with Shining Graduate David Awosoga

After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics, David Awosoga (BSc '22) is off to the University of Waterloo to pursue a Master's Degree in Data Science in the Fall.

Faculty of Arts & Science 2 min read

Monica Lockett lands dream job before graduating

The path to a dream job was paved by challenging and rewarding opportunities for Monica Lockett (BA' 22). As a mature student, Monica was determined to make the most out of her education. Monica is graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology.

Faculty of Arts & Science 3 min read

Q&A with Shining Graduate Sydney Shade, Míínaakii

Dhillon School of Business student Sydney Shade, Míínaakii (BMgt '22) is proud to be crossing the stage to receive her degree in Accounting.

Dhillon School of Business 3 min read

ULethbridge art department significantly shapes Courtney Faulkner’s artistic practice

Courtney Faulkner has made memories to last a lifetime during her time as a student at the University of Lethbridge. As they prepare to cross the stage and begin their next journey, Courtney reflects on their time spent at ULethbridge.

Faculty of Fine Arts 5 min read

Q&A with Shining Graduate and AstraZeneca Aboriginal Nursing Award recipient Amber Whitstone

Shining Graduate and AstraZeneca Aboriginal Nursing Award recipient Amber Whitstone answers a few questions about her time at ULethbridge

Faculty of Health Sciences 2 min read

On Becoming a Teacher: Kennedy Dery is incorporating Métis and other Indigenous knowledges into her teaching philosophy

As Kennedy Dery (BA/BEd '22) completes her combined degree journey with ULethbridge, she desires to work with children, and also hopes to help them grow in their understanding of FNMI (First Nations, Métis, Indigenous) culture.

Spring 2022 Convocation 5 min read

"I would like to make design education a little bit more caring about the people in it,” Naoko Masuda

Naoko Masuda's goal in taking the master’s program is to become a better educator. “I want to be able to relate to students better as individual human beings. I would like to make design education a little bit more caring about the people in it.”

Spring 2022 Convocation 4 min read

On Becoming a Teacher: "Teaching is a person-profession, and the memories I make with students is part of what makes teaching such a wonderful career," Eve Buk

"During a professional development session in my PSI, the presenter said as teachers we 'hold hearts in our hearts'. Teaching is a person-profession, and the memories I make with students is part of what makes teaching such a wonderful career," Eve Buk (BFA/BEd '22).

Spring 2022 Convocation 5 min read

On Becoming a Teacher: "I integrated aspects of pop culture into my lessons—engagement was much higher," Jenn Biglin

"It hit me that I could use pop culture in the ways of music, television, and movies to help with vocabulary and give students opportunity to steer learning in their way," Jenn Biglin (BA '20, BEd '22).

Faculty of Arts & Science 2 min read
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