ULethbridge Faculty of Fine Arts

Five questions with Shining Graduate Jaylyn Potts (BFA - Art '20)

During her time in the Art History and Museum Studies program, Jaylyn Potts (BFA ’20) had the unique opportunity to do two internships with the University of Lethbridge Art Gallery soon after receiving a significant donation to their collection from Dr. Margaret (Marmie) Perkins Hess.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Kylie Fineday (BFA - Art '20)

For consistently presenting a remarkable level of professionalism, compassion and creative engagement while maintaining top academic standing, the University of Lethbridge is proud to recognize Kylie Fineday with the 2020 Faculty of Fine Arts Gold Medal.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Tyler Muzzin (MFA Art '20)

Consistently dedicated to the highest standards in art and scholarship, balancing these with teaching and community building, his creative research and critical writing exemplify the high ambition, deep curiosity, and methodological rigour that underlie advanced art today.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Kierian Turner (BMus - DAA '20)

Kierian Turner's track record is a tour de force, exhibiting a consistent pattern of ambitious achievements. His drive and passion for his programme of study and the student experience are matched by his pursuit of professional opportunities in the fields of music and the digital audio arts.

Five questions with Shining Student Carter Potts (BMus - DAA '20)

Carter Potts (BMus – DAA ’20) made an impact on his faculty and his classmates during his time as a Digital Audio Arts student.

Five questions with Shining Student Jake Rose (BFA - Dramatic Arts '20)

Jake Rose (BFA – Dramatic Arts ’20) was an engaged and high-achieving drama student throughout his degree, getting involved in performance and behind-the-scenes opportunities, winning two Play Right Prize competitions and starting as in intern with local company Theatre Outre upon graduating.

Ashley Schneberger (BMus '20) kicks off convocation week with 'O Canada'

Ashley Schneberger (BMus '20; voice) was invited by Dr. Janet Youngdahl to sing 'O Canada' at the spring 2020 convocation ceremonies. In lieu of a live performance, Ashley was thrilled to kick off convocation week for her fellow graduates virtually.

Congratulations class of 2020 from the Faculty of Fine Arts

While we can’t be with you in person, we send our proudest CONGRATULATIONS, from our homes to yours.

Donation that spurred healthcare scrub project comes full circle

After news went out about the Drama Department costume shop technicians building scrubs for health care workers, the family of the original fabric donation was thrilled to hear how the fabric was being used.

Drama Department costume technicians make scrubs for healthcare workers

Thanks to a fabric donation received 11 years ago, nurses at Good Samaritan Park Meadows Village supportive living facility are receiving new scrubs and scrub bags in a time of need.

Graduate student spotlight: C. Blake Evernden (MFA)

How can I blend the the theoretical with the practical in filmmaking? It was his professors who encouraged C. Blake Evernden (MFA ’15, BFA ’09) to continue on after his Bachelor of Fine

Erin Burns wins School of Liberal Education Volunteer Award

Erin, a second-year student in the Faculty of Fine Arts, hopes to become a teacher and her passion for lifelong education is evident in all of her volunteerism.

uLethbridge Art Gallery creates online content in response to COVID-19

Within days of closing their doors, the uLethbridge Art Gallery began sharing content online, launching an online exhibition through social media, offering daily posts and online events to engage and inspire the public from their own homes.

Alumni owned Airau Marketing launches platform to support local small businesses

Alumni owned Airau Marketing's lethbridgelocal.ca platform has launched to support local small business during the COVID crisis. Every gift card purchase will be matched in donations back into the community.

Art students celebrated through online catalogue and award recognition

With the closure of the University campus in light of the global pandemic, the Faculty of Fine Arts continues the annual Art Open Studio celebration, hosting the first online Art Studio exhibition catalogue. Now, more people than ever before can enjoy the talents of Art Studio students.

Conservatory of Music hosts online lessons for more than 700 students

The University of Lethbridge Conservatory of Music is helping provide some normalcy at home, quickly adapting to provide one-on-one lessons to over 700 students, all online.

Alumna artist takes visitors to the Helen Christou Gallery via Instagram

Artist and curator Katie Marie Bruce (BFA – Art ’11) opened her exhibition, Field Notes: Inhabiting that Skin [https://www.uleth.ca/artgallery/?p=18369], in the University of Lethbridge Helen Christou Gallery, on

Canada Research Chair Monique Giroux hopes to inspire future Indigenous researchers

Canada Research Chair Dr. Monique Giroux (Music) engages students in her research projects with the hope of inspiring the next generation of Indigenous researchers and ethnomusicologists.

Employee Spotlight: Breanne Stewart | Administrative Assistant, Conservatory of Music

Originally from Kimberley, B.C., Breanne has long called Lethbridge home. Even though life has taken her to exciting places, she always seems to gravitate back to Lethbridge.

Short Film by Fine Arts Alumni Hits Film Festival Circuit

Short film “A Wink or a Smile”, written and directed by Blake Evernden, had its first screening and was awarded “Short best comedy” by the Alternative Film Festival, and has been accepted to the International Shorts Film Festival

Faculty Profile: Rolf Boon (Music)

Rolf Boon, faculty member in the Department of Music, was involved in the Canada Mosaic project, was an adjudicator for the Juno's, and had his composition Hyacinth Caelum: Sesquie for Canada's 150th performed by the Calgary Civic Symphony.

Faculty Profile: Georg Boenn (Music)

Georg Boenn, Music department faculty member, performed 'ad infintum', his Ambiosonic Electronic Music piece using a 56.8 channel full 3D sound system. His e-book has been downloaded more than 1550 times.

Faculty Profile: Dr. Anne Dymond, Art History

Dr. Anne Dymond [https://www.uleth.ca/fine-arts/study/faculty-and-staff/anne-dymond] is an associate professor in the Department of Art specializing in art history and visual culture. Anne’s current research focuses on

Alumni Profile: Samuel Williams (BFA-New Media '08)

Alumni profile of Samuel Williams, (BFA - New Media '08). Samuel is a concept artist, visual developer and art director working for companies such as Nickelodeon, Disney and LEGO.

Alumni Profile: Mandy Espezel (MFA-Art '12)

Alumni profile of Mandy Espezel, MFA-Art '12. Mandy is an artist and university instructor.