School of Graduate Studies - uLethbridge Stories

Faculty Friday | Dr. Carlos Romero, postdoctoral fellow

This week we're chatting with Dr. Carlos Romero, a postdoctoral fellow doing excellent work in unraveling the complex systems of soil, crops, and land resilience to help people like farmers and policy makers make sense of it all.

Shining graduate & medal recipient Kacie Neamtu (BA/BEd '11, MA '21)

"Take risks, make connections, and believe in yourself. If you’re working on something you really care about, you never know what you can achieve!"

Shining graduate & medal recipient Doug Turnbull (BSc '15, PhD '21)

"It is an honour to be recognised for my studies at the U of L and inspiring to know those I worked with thought well of me during that time. I hope I can do them, and the University, proud as I transition into the next phase of my research career."

Scientist & entrepreneur Harland Brandon (BSc '13, PhD '21) proud of his uLethbridge background

After 13 years at the University of Lethbridge, Brandon has learned a thing or two. Knowing what he knows now, he would do a couple of things differently such as taking more classes to expand his skillset beyond the sciences.

Shining graduate and silver medal recipient Matthew Sentes (BMgt '18, MSc Mgt '21)

Master of Science in Management graduate and Silver Medal of Merit recipient Matthew Sentes talks about his thesis and the grad student experience.

Canadian Association for Study of Educational Administration: Best Master’s Thesis 2020 goes to Kathryn Desrochers (BSc/BEd ’13, MEd ’21)

Kathryn Desrochers (MEd '21) invited teachers to rate their efficacy using a scale she developed based on existing literature and Alberta’s Teaching Quality Standard. “Teachers had the highest feelings of efficaciousness when they felt protected and part of a team.”

Day Rider pursues passion for music with help of Indigenous Graduate Admission Award

Following his passion to uLethbridge, Day Rider is pursuing a Master of Music in composition with supervisor, Dr. Arlan Schultz. After completing his undergraduate degree, he knew uLethbridge was the right environment to continue his education.

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).

The Creativity of Curriculum and 36 Years with the Faculty of Education: Dr. Richard Butt

At the end of the day Dr. Richard Butt has much to be proud of. As a musician, story-teller, nature-lover and academic, his ability to be expressive was integral to his teaching, learning and living and that he has had “absolute fun” doing so is a rare gift for all involved.

Think creating public health policy is boring? Think again.

Dr. Julia Brassolotto teaches Advanced Public Health Policy and Ethics, a heady topic for challenging times. Much to the relief of her students, she doesn’t shy away from the tough stuff, unravelling sticky situations and thought-provoking conundrums.

PhD student Ben Dosu investigates drinking water security in rural Ghana

PhD student Ben Dosu's current research investigates drinking water security in rural Ghana. #worldwaterday

MSc student Carolyn Simonis questions if platinum and palladium inhibit the chemosensory response in rainbow trout

MSc student Carolyn Simonis questions if platinum and palladium inhibit the chemosensory response in rainbow trout.

MEd Student Research: Our Future Really Needs Us To Be Critical Thinkers

Kindergarten students list and weigh pros and cons before making decisions. Whether acquiring a class pet, helping design their school’s new playground, or establishing classroom protocols for Covid-19.

Navigate the pathways to a public health career

Whatever your career goals or academic ambitions, if you have an interest in public health, uLethbridge has a program for you.

Shining Graduate Student Claire Niehaus is Asking Many Questions and Learning from Leaders in Neuroscience

In celebration of Brain Awareness Week, we caught up with second-year neuroscience grad student Claire Niehaus (BSc '19) to learn more about her uLethbridge experience and her plans for the future.

A passion for public health

If the thought of being a disease detective intrigues you, you’re not alone. Graduate student Dr. Ransi Nayakarathna says investigating disease at the population level as an epidemiologist is just the public health career she’s looking for.

Career growth in public health

A growing career field can be difficult to find during an economic downturn, but if you’re considering a job in public health, you’re in for some good news.

Micro-credentials: Small Steps to Big Rewards

Micro-credentials – also known as digital badges, nano degrees and micro-certifications – are becoming increasingly popular in education as a way to boost your resume, acquire new skills or ladder into a master’s degree.

Master of Health Services Management Student Profile –Tolu Olateju

Dr. Olateju has extensive training and experience in her field, however the MHSM program has offered her an entirely different perspective of health care. “My creativity has been tested and stretched. A whole new world of knowledge has opened to me.”

COVID-19: Public health’s role

If ever there was confusion about what public health professionals do, that’s likely no longer the case, thanks to a global pandemic that’s highlighted the importance of their role.

Health Care Management Explained

Very few areas of employment in the world are expanding as fast as careers in health care, and that growth isn’t anticipated to stop anytime soon; good news if you’re looking for a career in health care management!

Graduate Student Spotlight | PhD Candidate Rachel Stark

What happens when we deprive our lives of play activities? Research suggests there must be importance in making time for play. Despite the risk of not being on high alert for predators, or

Master of Health Services Management Student Profile – Rudra Dahal

“I think the MHSM is a perfect course to advance my career goals. There are many aspects of this course that advance my knowledge of the health care management sector. After completion of this course, I will be well prepared to start my career in health care management field”.

Advantages of Adult Learning

Returning to school can be daunting, encompassing worries such as balancing family, school and career, and learning new technologies, but the pros far outweigh any potential drawbacks.

Dr. Stephanie King: International Day of Women and Girls in Science

"The more diverse population we have in science, the more diversity of ideas we will have to advance our scientific knowledge to places we never thought possible!" ~ Dr. Stephanie King