School of Graduate Studies - ULethbridge Stories

Shining Student Veda Hegde

Participating in research and her graduate studies supervisor's support has helped master's student Veda Hegde evolve into a strong and independent researcher at the University of Lethbridge, where she has trained a few undergraduate students in the Thakor lab and emerged as a student leader.

Shining Student Aleah Bastien (BA ‘21)

Aleah Bastien (BA '21) discovered her passion for research and activism as an undergrad at ULethbridge. With the encouragement of her professors, she is working towards finishing her master's thesis for her MA in women and gender studies.

Shining Student Rebecca Jeong (BSc ‘20)

After completing independent studies and an undergraduate thesis during her BSc in chemistry at ULethbridge, Rebecca Jeong (BSc '20) became passionate about computational chemistry. As the University has great faculty members and facilities, she was excited to continue her graduate studies here.

Shining Student Makay Murray (BSc ‘19)

Makay Murray (BSc '19) hopes to one day work in the field of drug discovery and design to help eradicate the next big disease. After excelling in chemistry research as an undergraduate student at ULethbridge, Makay decided to stay on and pursue his master's and then his doctorate.

Shining Student LaRae Smith (BA/BEd ‘21)

LaRae Smith (BA/BEd '21) initially chose ULethbridge for its excellent teaching program. She stayed here for her master's because of the fantastic support and mentorship she received from Dr. Kristine Alexander from the Department of History, who is now her grad studies supervisor

Shining Student Briana Boychuk

ULethbridge has a solid computational chemistry research program, incredible faculty and excellent facilities. When Briana Boychuck realized she wanted to pursue a life-long career in research, ULethbridge seemed to be a perfect fit.

Dr. Laura Keffer-Wilkes (MSc ’12, PhD ’16)

"I always loved science growing up and often gave my family impromptu lectures about all the cool things I learned in class that day."

Shannon Healy Knibb (BSc Co-op '20)

"Each opportunity led to the next, and I was able to get involved in research in the fields of neuroscience, agriculture, microbiology and cell biology." - Shannon Healy Knibb (BSc Co-op '20)

Health and Humanitarianism Abroad – MSc Health Sciences Student Suha Damag

Suha Damag’s passion for volunteerism, research and international health advocacy – along with her drive to gain more knowledge – has taken her from Yemen to Malaysia and now to Lethbridge, where she’s completing her MSc Health Sciences degree.

Researching Your Way To An MSc

If you’re looking to take a deep dive into research and get ahead in the world of health sciences, the University of Lethbridge – ranked as one of the most research-intensive universities for its size in Canada – is the place for you.

Shining Student Ryley Gelinas (BA '20)

The academic journey for Ryley Gelinas (BA '20) may continue in the same space she completed her undergraduate degree, but it has changed to reflect where she is going. While Ryley began her studies as an English major, she fell in love with history, and the rest is ‘history,’ so to speak.

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.

Q & A with fall 2022 graduate Brady Simpson

Get to know Master of Science in Management (marketing) graduate Brady Simpson (BMgt Co-op '19, MSc (Mgt) '22) as he shares his experiences at ULethbridge.

Q&A with Fall 2022 graduate Leo Brooks

> Jump in with both feet. There are so many opportunities and things to get involved with, and there is such a strong sense of community here; take advantage of it. Nearly everyone I

Q&A with Fall 2022 graduate Chloe Luck

Connect with new Master of Education (counselling psychology) graduate Chloe Luck (MEd '22) about her experiences at ULethbridge.

Q&A with Fall 2022 graduate Elizabeth Trofimenkoff

Connect with new Master of Science (chemistry) graduate Elizabeth Trofimenkoff (BSc '20, MSc '22) on her experiences at ULethbridge.

Connecting with school of graduate studies silver medal of merit, master of arts Mariah Besplug

Connect with Master of Arts (geography) graduate Mariah Besplug (BA/BEd '18, MA '22 as she shares her experiences from ULethbridge and celebrates winning the School of Graduate Studies Silver Medal of Merit, Master of Arts.

Connecting with school of graduate studies silver medal of merit master of science Alicia Anderson

Get to know Graduate Alicia Anderson winner of the Silver Medal of Merit, Master of Science Award.

Connecting with school of graduate studies silver medal of merit masters of science (management) winner Jasper Sonmor

New Graduate of Master of Science (Management) Jasper Sonmor winner of the Silver Medal of Merit shares his experiences at ULethbridge and offers words of advice to future students.

Shining Student Fabian Rohden

A chance meeting with a uLethbridge student in Egypt inspired Shining Student Fabian Rohden to continue his studies combining biochemical research with science policy at the U of L.

Shining Student Mary Siever

"It is a wonderful, supportive, and amazing department. It really has become my home in many ways. I was just extra fortunate to find a department and teachers who made it a wonderful experience in all ways."

Shining Student Amy Henrickson

Shining Student Amy Henrickson (BSc Co-op '17) chose to pursue her grad studies at uLethbridge as she was interested in the work of one of our new professors and excited to learn in the Science Commons.

"Let's celebrate the work done and the Education research impacting schools and classrooms," Dr. David Slomp

In his new role as associate dean overseeing Graduate Studies and Research, Dr. David Slomp wants to draw greater attention to the incredible impact that graduate programs and research within the Faculty of Education are having on education in Alberta, Canada, and around the world.

Artist Migueltzinta Solís (MFA '19) reflects on his artistic practice and how he recognizes Pride

Artist and PhD Candidate Migueltzinta Solís (MFA '19) reflects on his artistic practice, his research and how he recognizes Pride.

Jessica Hodson (MC ’22) recipient of the School of Graduate Studies Medal of Merit, Master of Counselling and the Gold Medal of the Governor General

Faculty of Education's Jessica Hodson (MC ’22) was awarded the School of Graduate Studies Medal of Merit, Master of Counselling, as well as the Gold Medal of the Governor General, for the student with the highest academic standing at graduate level.