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A collection of 10 stories

The Women's Peace Garden Mural: A Tribute to Resilience and Remembrance

The Women's Peace Garden Mural, created by second-year University of Lethbridge Faculty of Fine Arts student Claire Lahey, was unveiled on December 6, 2024, to commemorate the 14 women whose lives were tragically taken in the École Polytechnique massacre of 1989.

EDI 6 min read

Creating a culture of inclusion within the Faculty of Education

In 2023, the ULethbridge OKI sign arrived on campus. This initiative aimed to celebrate Blackfoot culture, language and the important role that “Oki” serves as a symbol of respect, understanding and reconciliation. The Faculty of Education now looks to build on this inclusive effort.

Campus and Facilities 2 min read

Advocacy work earns Mars Jesson recognition as first VandenHoek Schlachter Pride Award recipient

Mars Jesson, a psychology major and co-chair of Q-Space at the University of Lethbridge, is the first recipient of the VandenHoek Schlachter Pride Award. This recognition celebrates Jesson's commitment to supporting the 2SLGBTQ+ community on campus and beyond.

Giving 3 min read

Makers Making Change: Assistive and adaptive technologies being developed through Agility Innovation Zone

Creative minds are coming together in the Agility Innovation Zone to build adaptive and assistive tools that help remove barriers for people with disabilities.

Giving 3 min read

CIBC helps students discover pathways to employment

Since its launch in Spring 2020, the CIBC Navigator Program has focused on expanding the inclusivity and accessibility of ULethbridge’s co-operative education program, which combines real-world work experience with academic studies.

Giving 2 min read

Donor gifts advance inclusion and diversity

A post-secondary education turns dreams into reality and should be within reach for everyone. ULethbridge is committed to assisting all students, and potential students, by removing barriers so they may be successful in their studies and beyond.

Giving 2 min read

The Picture Butte Lions Club establishes an award for visually impaired students

In November 2022, the Picture Butte Lions Club provided a $50,000 gift to the University of Lethbridge to establish the Picture Butte Lions Club Award for Visually Impaired Students.

Giving 1 min read

Mrudula Morzaria Scholarship Fund for Students with Disabilities

Students with disabilities studying at the University of Lethbridge are now benefitting from a transformational investment from the Ambika Foundation.

Giving 1 min read

Ulises Charles-Rodriguez (PhD '23) leverages health research and practical experiences to drive meaningful EDIB change

After he successfully defended his PhD dissertation, Ulises Charles Rodriguez (PhD '23) realized he'd been transformed during his four years at ULethbridge

Doctor of Philosophy 4 min read

Advancing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at ULethbridge through fall initiatives

As the fall semester begins at the University of Lethbridge, the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) team welcomes all new and returning students, staff and faculty back to campus. Learn more about upcoming EDI initiatives.

EDI 5 min read
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