Faculty of Fine Arts

Art students celebrated during inaugural Vibe Fest

This year, as part of the Faculty of Fine Arts' inaugural Vibe Fest, the Annual Art Awards were distributed, which recognize the outstanding achievements of students for their excellence in creative work, scholarship and community engagement.

Meet Baz Skinner (BA - Dramatic Arts '18), Faculty of Fine Arts, Piiksinaasin, Community and Events Coordinator

Baz Skinner grew up in Lethbridge and at the University of Lethbridge. She first started working in the Box Office in 2010 and has worn many hats over the years.

Shining Graduate Student Chelsea White (BFA - New Media '24)

Shining Graduate Student Chelsea White (BFA - New Media '24) is deeply interested in the intersections of artificial intelligence, art, agency and identity.

Faculty of Fine Arts’ inaugural Vibe Fest showcases top-tier creative talent and facilities at ULethbridge

A creative showcase of student, alumni, staff and faculty talent, Vibe Fest opened the doors of the University of Lethbridge Centre for the Arts (UCA) and allowed community members to experience performances, exhibitions and presentations.

Nicola Elson builds queer positivity through The Sissy Duckling production

With a focus on self-expression, gender roles, bullying, self-worth and love and acceptance, University of Lethbridge Drama professor Nicola Elson is mounting a production that is taking its queer-positive message into theatres locally and internationally.

Arlene Curran, Faculty of Fine Arts, Head Scene Shop/Props Carpenter

As the Head Scenic Carpenter, Arlene Curran gets to exercise her creativity with every stage production. A journeyman carpenter, Curran has been with ULethbridge since 2002.

Kirsten Meiszinger (BFA - Studio Art '16), Programs Coordinator, Art Gallery

Kirsten Meiszinger found her niche in the art world after having a summer job in an art gallery and museum. She helps people of all ages engage in art and creative pursuits.

2025 Play Right Prize winners create compelling written tales

Tales of friendship, youth and motherhood are the topics of the winning scripts of the 2025 Play Right Prize Competition.

Centre for Indigenous Arts Research & Technology builds space for Indigenous sovereignty, survivance

Nestled in the heart of the traditional territory of the Blackfoot Confederacy is a new space dedicated to imagining and materializing creative Indigenous technological expression.

Shining Student Ty Clewes

Ty's ULethbridge journey as an educator began with helping out in his mom's classroom. What began as lending a hand with small tasks has grown into a true passion and career. Now, he is determined to create an innovative music program for young artists.

Fine Arts Shining Alumna Tina Alexander-Luna (BMus '10)

With an impressive background in education and performance and a strong desire to foster talent in young artists, Fine Arts alumna Dr. Tina Alexander-Luna (BMus '10) enjoys sharing her expertise with students, teachers and performers.

Faculty of Fine Arts launches Indigenous Student Mentorship Program

The Faculty of Fine Arts' Indigenous Student Mentorship Program is a pilot project that invites Indigenous students in the Fine Arts to meet with two Fine Arts Indigenous Student Mentors for connection, advice, support and more in a supportive environment.

Alumni-directed and designed production of Paradise Lost takes the Mainstage

The Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of Lethbridge is preparing to showcase its first signature event for 2025, the Mainstage production of Paradise Lost by Erin Shields.

Artist Leah Evans (BFA - Art '24) creates the focal point of Vibe Fest

The Faculty of Fine Arts Vibe Fest promises a playful, immersive celebration of contemporary art, performance and creative technologies. Fine Arts alumna Leah Evans (BFA - Art '24) is the festival's featured artist.

Dr. Jessica Jacobson-Konefall awarded grant to study ancestral culture in contemporary art

Department of Art assistant professor, Dr. Jessica Jacobson-Konefall, is one of several University of Lethbridge researchers receiving funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC).

Fine Arts Shining Alumna Narda McCarroll (BFA - Dramatic Arts '89)

Fresh off of a successful and thrilling run of the Woman in Black (Vertigo Theatre) as the lighting designer, alumna Narda McCarroll (BFA - Dramatic Arts '89) continues to dazzle audiences with her award-winning expertise in lighting, costume and set design.

A small tribute to Jon Oxley, Gallery Manager, on his upcoming retirement

Jon Oxley, Art Gallery Manager, is retiring on Dec. 31. In this story, his colleagues and friends share their thoughts on his departure.

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.

Dr. Monique Giroux publishes first book on Métis music

Faculty of Fine Arts Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair in Métis Music, Dr. Monique Giroux, has published a significant new book on Métis music and music-making, the first monograph of its kind.

Andrea Kremenik (BFA - Art '14), Registrar, ULethbridge Art Gallery

University of Lethbridge alumna Andrea Kremenik (BFA - Art '14) is the new Registrar of the University of Art Gallery, making her the first graduate from ULethbridge's Art History/Museum Studies program to hold this role in the institution.

Alumni-written production of In Tongues premieres at University of Lethbridge Theatre

The Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of Lethbridge is continuing its 2024/25 Signature Events and Performance Series with the world premiere of In Tongues, a Mainstage performance with alumni talent present throughout.

Lethbridge Musical Theatre Footloose production highlights ULethbridge talent

The Lethbridge Musical Theatre's production of Footloose is in full swing and the cast and crew of the popular musical features some familiar faces in the University of Lethbridge campus community.

Dr. Devon Smither to investigate the legacy and impact of Artist-Run Centres in Canada

ULethbridge Faculty of Fine Arts Associate Dean Dr. Devon Smither has been awarded a significant grant from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) for Parallel: The History and Archives of Artist-Run Centres in Canada.

Shining Fine Arts Graduate I'tsstsimanaki (Fussy Girl) Savannah Delaney-Wolf Child

Faculty of Fine Arts graduate I'tsstsimanaki (Fussy Girl) Savannah Delaney-Wolf Child (BFA - Indigenous Art '24) found her passion in art history and museum studies as a result of her professors, who later become her mentors.

Artist-designed utility boxes bring colour and creativity to campus

Bringing more art to campus to increase the vibrancy of ULethbridge spaces, several new projects have been unveiled.