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Convocation

A collection of 276 stories

Congratulations to the class of 2021 from the Dhillon School of Business

Congratulations to the class of 2021 from the Dhillon School of Business!

Convocation 3 min read

Shining graduate & medal recipient Kacie Neamtu (BA/BEd '11, MA '21)

"Take risks, make connections, and believe in yourself. If you’re working on something you really care about, you never know what you can achieve!"

School of Graduate Studies 3 min read

Shining graduate & medal recipient Doug Turnbull (BSc '15, PhD '21)

"It is an honour to be recognised for my studies at the U of L and inspiring to know those I worked with thought well of me during that time. I hope I can do them, and the University, proud as I transition into the next phase of my research career."

School of Graduate Studies 2 min read

5 questions with Dhillon School of Business shining graduate Bill Nkeih (BMgt '21)

Dhillon School of Business graduate Bill Nkeih (BMgt '21) talks about his co-op work experience with McCain Foods and the most important lessons he learned as a student.

Dhillon School of Business 3 min read

5 questions with Dhillon School of Business shining graduate Kasha North (BMgt '21)

Dhillon School of Business Human Resources and Labour Relations major Kasha North (BMgt '21) talks about her rewarding co-op experience amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and advice she'd give to incoming students.

Dhillon School of Business 5 min read

Scientist & entrepreneur Harland Brandon (BSc '13, PhD '21) proud of his uLethbridge background

After 13 years at the University of Lethbridge, Brandon has learned a thing or two. Knowing what he knows now, he would do a couple of things differently such as taking more classes to expand his skillset beyond the sciences.

School of Graduate Studies 5 min read

Life is not a straight line: Amanda Sakundiak (BMgt '21)

Dhillon School of Business graduate Amanda Sakundiak (BMgt '21) could not have imagined the adventures ahead of her during her post-secondary journey. Here she explains where her business school journey has taken her.

Dhillon School of Business 3 min read

5 questions with Dhillon School of Business shining graduate Joshua Olea (BMgt '21)

Dhillon School of Business graduate Joshua Olea (BMgt '21) talks about his experience as a finance major at the Calgary campus including how co-op gave him confidence and the influence a professor can have.

Calgary Campus 3 min read

Does your networking do this? How human connection built opportunity for Casey Van Maanen (BMgt ’21)

See how Dhillon School of Business graduate Casey Van Maanen (BMgt '21) used human connection to amplify his post-secondary success.

Dhillon School of Business 6 min read

Shining graduate and Dhillon School of Business Gold Medal recipient Eric Turner (BMgt '21)

Gold medal winner and Dhillon grad Eric Turner (BMgt '21) talks about the experiences that have prepared him to tackle his entrepreneurial dreams.

Convocation 3 min read

Shining graduate and silver medal recipient Matthew Sentes (BMgt '18, MSc Mgt '21)

Master of Science in Management graduate and Silver Medal of Merit recipient Matthew Sentes talks about his thesis and the grad student experience.

Convocation 2 min read

Congratulations to the Class of 2021 from the Faculty of Education

Dear Class of 2021, because of our current circumstances graduation is different for you. You are convocating in a moment that is unique. This pandemic threw you countless curveballs. But it also revealed depth of creativity, invention, character, and resilient heart. We are SO proud of you!

Faculty of Education 2 min read

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

Faculty of Arts & Science 4 min read

Congratulations to the Class of 2021 from the Faculty of Fine Arts

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

Faculty of Fine Arts 2 min read

Congratulations to the Class of 2021 from the School of Liberal Education

We know that your liberal education at the University of Lethbridge has prepared you well for whatever comes next: not only to succeed in your careers, but also to be thoughtful, informed and engaged participants in your society.

School of Liberal Education 1 min read

Fostering Empathy, Collaboration, and Social Awareness: ATA William Aberhart Gold Medal in Education Recipient, Sophia Larney (BEd ‘21)

"When I think about the big issues that communities are facing today—issues like inequality, injustice, climate change—education seems like a pretty good place to start to work toward a happier, healthier, more equal, more inclusive world."

Faculty of Education 4 min read

"The Best Lessons Come from Mistakes": Gold Medal Award Recipient, Lacey Rose (BEd ‘21)

Advice from Faculty of Education Gold Medal Award recipient, Lacey Rose: " ... not being scared to take a risk and make a mistake, that was something I definitely learned. Often the type of risky lessons that you are not sure how they are going to go, those are the ones that end up being the best."

Faculty of Education 4 min read

Developing a Broader and More Nuanced Understanding of Education: Kathryn Desrochers (BSc/BEd ’13, MEd ’21)

Advice from Faculty of Education Medal of Merit recipient, Kathryn Desrochers: "Get comfortable with being uncomfortable, getting it wrong, and not knowing the answer ... the cost of entry into anything truly worthwhile."

Convocation 3 min read

On Becoming a Teacher: Five Questions with Sara Bieniada (BMgt/BEd ‘21)

"I was en route to become an optometrist, but the more I thought about it, the more I realized I loved teaching. When I was 19 years old I did some volunteering that involved teaching, and every time I taught, I would just love it. Something in me comes alive like nothing else when I teach."

Faculty of Education 4 min read

On Becoming a Teacher: Five Questions with Ashley Hoisington (BA/BEd ‘21)

"... believe in yourself and take risks. It's really easy to hear about other people's successes and celebrate them. But it's really important to also take time to celebrate your own successes and see the value in your own work."

Faculty of Education 5 min read

Five questions with Andrew Doyle (BA/BEd '10, MEd '20)

Andrew Doyle learned much in his time in the MEd Educational Leadership program; particularly, the value of community engagement.

School of Graduate Studies 2 min read

Fall Convocation 2020 Student Profile: Steve Rwasa

Steve Rwasa, BMgt '20 explains how the Calgary Campus network made all the difference for his academic journey.

Alumni 1 min read

5 questions with shining graduate Sheadene Morrison (Drama/Education)

Sheadene Morrison graduates this fall with a Bachelor of Arts (Drama) and Bachelor of Education (Dramatic Arts). Sheadene was nominated to be recognized as a Shining Graduate by Drama department chair, Jay Whitehead.

Faculty of Fine Arts 3 min read

Fall Convocation 2020 Student Profile: Truc Le

Truc Le provided us with thoughtful insights into her time at the University and some great advice for future students.

Calgary Campus 3 min read

Fall Convocation 2020 Student Profile: Amaka Erhimedafe

Amaka provides us with some great insights on their time at the Calgary Campus, what the plans for the future are, and some great advice for future students.

Calgary Campus 1 min read
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