Experiential & Work-Integrated Learning

Fine Arts Shining Student Em Carlson

Shining Student Em Carlson has set themselves up for success, already landing a job for when they finish their studies. Starting as a music student, but rediscovering a love for theatre, Em is making the most of their education through internships, scholarships and independent studies.

Semester at Sea opportunity a perfect fit for successful student

Thanks to a scholarship made available through the Brawn Family Foundation, University of Lethbridge student Taylor Williams is getting the learning opportunity of a lifetime through Semester at Sea.

Fine Arts Shining Student Xavier Michaud

Shining Student Xavier Michaud finds creative inspiration through the people he meets and the stories he hears, integrating this into his artistic practice in the theatre and beyond.

Dominique Marcil finds success through liberal education

When Dominique Marcil was applying to post-secondary, she looked for a program that would give her an innovative and well-rounded education, and champion the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. She discovered this and more at the University of Lethbridge.

Art History/Museum Studies student Jason Ranaghan builds curatorial experience through internships

Art History and Museum Studies student Jason Ranaghan is spending his time at the University of Lethbridge exploring all the Faculty of Fine Arts has to offer. As he nears the end of his degree, Jason is leaving with significant work experience and a newfound passion for his chosen field.

Collegiate and high school iGEM teams work to counteract clubroot and aquaculture disease

At the University of Lethbridge, the award-winning undergraduate and high school iGEM teams are spending their summers focusing on separate but critical projects in counteracting clubroot and targeting disease in aquaculture.

Fine Arts Shining Student Leah Evans

Shining Student Leah Evans is celebrated for her artistic practice, receiving several significant awards and scholarships to further her professional development.

Fine Arts Shining Student Nicole Oscar

Shining Student Nicole Oscar has her sights set on stage management, and is gaining the experience necessary to meet her goal.

Fine Arts Shining Student Kort Woycheshin

Shining Student Kort Woycheshin has made the most of his education at ULethbridge, exploring his interests in music, photography, writing and videography.

Fine Arts Shining Student Amanda Rood

Shining Student Amanda Rood came to ULethbridge to learn from some of the best music instructors, and is leaving her postsecondary journey with a wealth of experience in her musical craft and in leadership.

Fine Arts Shining Student Oliver Petti

Shining Student Oliver Petti came to ULethbridge with a mission to become a theatre technician or a theatre designer. As he prepares to finish his postsecondary journey, Oliver is walking away with valuable theatre experience and some great memories.

Fine Arts Shining Student Mirielle Nieuwenhuis

Shining Student Mirielle Nieuwenhuis has always known she was meant to be an actress and has pursued this goal with fervor at ULethbridge.

Shining Graduate Jackie Eshriew finds her path through liberal education

Jackie Eshriew (BFA/BSc '23) is a trailblazer. A combined degree major in computer science and new media, Jackie is the first person to graduate from the innovate program, which enables students to become highly adaptable in a variety of work environments.

Kenya Bean brings her research full circle with Whyte Museum internship

Kenya Bean loves waking up to the sight of the Rocky Mountains each morning. Currently finishing as an intern with the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies in Banff, Kenya is bringing her educational experiences full circle.

Fine Arts Shining Student Scott Nelson

Through his studies at ULethbridge, Scott Nelson has made himself into a well-rounded individual, picking up skills in traditional film, modern cinematography and graphic design.

Fine Arts Shining Student Hana Hubley

Hana Hubley was not quite sure she wanted to study music when she started at the University of Lethbridge. However, with the support of studio teacher Dr. Nick Sullivan (BMus ’04), Hana has found their calling.

Fine Arts Shining Alumna Kacie Hall

Shining Student Kacie Hall found her passion for the stage while at ULethbridge. From being the first student to direct a Mainstage production, to building skills as an intimacy director, Kacie is preparing herself to become her own producer through experiential learning and a can-do attitude.

Q&A with alumnus, Mike Kawchuk

Dhillon School of Business alumnus, Mike Kawchuk (BMgt '15) talks about his ULethbridge experience and how his degree helped prepare him for a successful career in finance.

How a Faculty of Education co-op placement helped Dorsa Sadr find her footing in Lethbridge

For second-year Management student Dorsa Sadr, a co-op placement in the Faculty of Education has meant finding her place a long way from home.

Eileen Sowunmi (BA ’22) continues to build values of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging in her career

Inspired by the groundbreaking work experience she did as a student, University of Lethbridge alumna Eileen Sowunmi (BA ’22) is paving the way for change in the engineering industry in Canada.

Cody Scott does Dhillon School of Business proud with international recognition

Co-operative education has set Cody Scott on the path to a brighter future in the supply chain management industry. Find out how Cody's first co-op work term lead him to compete successfully in a world wide competition.

Archaeology students unlock secrets of the past at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump

For archaeology students, getting their hands dirty is a highlight of their education. This past summer, archaeology undergraduate and graduate students had the chance to get grit under their fingernails during a field school at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump.

Boosting your resume with bioinformatics

The Graduate Certificate in Bioinformatics was the perfect way for Melissa Ota (BSc Co-op '21, GC '22) to improve her job prospects in a rapidly growing field.

Student-led Roots of Growth project reaches maturation with official launch

Born out of a response to a call to action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, the Roots of Growth project is reaching maturation as it officially launches at the University of Lethbridge.

Meet Gabriel Fisher, Accounting major

Gabriel came to ULethbridge after suffering a work injury that changed his plans of becoming an electrician. Since starting in the Dhillon School of Business, his desire to help people and support his community has inspired a new career goal: Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).