Faculty and Staff - uLethbridge Stories

Department of Art Celebrates Excellence through Virtual Exhibitions and Awards

The Department of Art celebrates student excellence and highlights the creative works of students, staff and faculty through two virtual exhibitions and the announcement of the 2021 art award recipients.

Neil Langevin (BA/BEd '91, MEd '10) Director, Pronghorn Athletics

Neil has been part of the uLethbridge family for more than 30 years. A longtime teacher and rugby coach, he joined the U of L as athletics director last year.

Putting planning, implementing and evaluating to good use inside the classroom and out

Dr. Silvia Koso has spent more than 15 years planning, implementing and evaluating health and social services programs, a skill she puts to good use both in the classroom as part of the MSc Health Sciences – Public Health program (and in craft breweries).

Penny D'Agnone (BSc '99, MSc '03), grants facilitator, Office of Research and Innovation Services

Penny has been part of the uLethbridge family since 1994, first arriving as a student. After completing a bachelor's and master's degree, she soon joined the Office of Research and Innovation Services, where she's been for 15 years.

Doug Mackie, executive director, Campus Safety

The pandemic has been a challenge for everyone, but it has also come with valuable lessons. Doug has seen how resilient his team members are and how they've consistently responded with enthusiasm, regardless of the situation.

Ana Lozoya Herrera, Manager, IT Services Project Management Office

As manager of the Project Management Office in IT Services, one of Ana's duties is managing a large project aimed at improving the uLethbridge recruitment websites.

Dr. Shayne Dahl, sessional instructor, Department of Religious Studies

Seeing the look of learning in his students' eyes is the best part of being a sessional instructor, says Dr. Shayne Dahl.

Rob Horlacher, Instructional Design Specialist, Library

Along with being a tech guru and the engineer behind the Library's Project Sandbox workshops, Rob Horlacher likes to get his hands dirty working in the garden.

The Women Scholars' Speaker Series

The Women Scholars' Speaker Series has been going strong for almost 20 years, showcasing the talented women researchers on campus.

Dr. Jackson Two Bears, Faculty of Fine Arts, Associate Professor of Art Studio

Believe it or not, Dr. Jackson Two Bears says he prefers more material-based studio work despite the fact he works almost exclusively in a digital environment right now.

Carly Sharpe (BA '05, MEd '09) Registered Psychologist, U of L Counselling Services

Carly Sharpe is a proud alumna who's passionate about her work providing counselling to students and offering workshops as needed.

Quality living as we age: Five questions with Dr. Carla Carnaghan on assisted living and long-term care

Dr. Carla Carnaghan reveals the differences between assisted living and long-term care residences, ways to improve quality of life for seniors and more.

Devan McNeill

Devan McNeill has travelled and worked across Canada but now calls Lethbridge home. In addition to his work in Therapeutic Recreation at the U of L, he's pursuing a PhD.

The University of Lethbridge as Home: Dr. Richelle Marynowski

It is fitting that Dr. Richelle Marynowski left the University of Lethbridge as a student and returned as a professor. From the time she was two years old, Dr. Marynowski experienced the institution as an extension of herself.

Introducing David B Hobbs

David B Hobbs joined the University of Lethbridge in the midst of a global pandemic, as an assistant professor in the Department of English. We asked David a few questions so that we can all get to know him a bit better. Introducing David B Hobbs.

5 Questions about Corporate and Personal Finance with Dr. Vishaal Baulkaran

The latest research on business governance, investing in green bonds, consumer debt and more with Dhillon School of Business' Dr. Vishaal Baulkaran.

Employee Spotlight: Nicholas Canning | uVolunteer

"I would encourage students to try things that bring them discomfort co-ops case competitions, joining a club, starting a club, or VOLUNTEERING. I started my post-secondary career, mostly focused on my in-class work. Still, employers are looking for students with experiential learning experiences."

Employee Spotlight: Kyra Gillert (BHSc '17) | Career Bridge

Experiential Education Advisor, Kyra Gillert works to ensure the success of the MyExperience Transcript Initiative, connecting students to experiential learning opportunities.

Employee Spotlight: Stacey Gaudette-Sharp (BA ’03, MA ’06) | Career Bridge

Work-integrated learning and career development can have life-changing outcomes when connecting student interest to real-world applications.

5 Questions about Social Responsibility and Sustainability with Dr. Debra Basil

We asked professor of marketing at the University of Lethbridge's Dhillon School of Business, Dr. Debra Basil, five questions about social responsibility and sustainability in business.

Wind Orchestra members mentor middle-school band in rare virtual partnership

In a partnership between the uLethbridge Wind Orchestra and alumna Karly Lewis's Gilbert Paterson band program, university-level musicians mentor beginner players in a unique virtual learning experience.

Employee Spotlight: Emily Brown | Career Bridge

As a Career Coach, Emily Brown helps students with all aspects of their career journey, from selecting a program, to writing a killer resume and cover letter, to applying to graduate school.

Employee Spotlight: Susanne Garner | Student Records Assistant

"The best part of my job is helping all of the students, from applying for admission, registering for classes, entering final grades, and preparing their parchment for graduation. It is very satisfying to see a student complete the whole process."

Jonathan W. Hak Announced as Adjunct Associate Professor for Dhillon School of Business

The Dhillon School of Business at the University of Lethbridge is pleased to announce Barrister and Solicitor Jonathan W. Hak Q.C. as Adjunct Associate Professor at the Calgary campus.

Employee Spotlight: Mark Matias | Calgary Campus

Mark Matias is part of the admin support team for the Calgary campus. After seven years with uLethbridge, he wears endless hats to help keep us all running smoothly!