Liberal Education

Shining Student Mavis Chan takes the initiative to pursue professional and personal growth

Pursuing a career in archaeology wasn't a longtime dream of Mavis Chan, but once she set her sights on the field she has taken great initiative to seize every opportunity available to broaden her expertise.

Shining Graduate Samantha Scott's ULethbridge journey took a change of course

Samantha Scott (BA Co-op '24) credits the University's liberal education philosophy with helping her find the right career path, and since then she's taken every opportunity to separate herself from the rest of the crowd in the world of work.

Dominique Marcil finds success through liberal education

When Dominique Marcil was applying to post-secondary, she looked for a program that would give her an innovative and well-rounded education, and champion the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. She discovered this and more at the University of Lethbridge.

Fine Arts Shining Student Lidija Sijacic

Fine Arts graduate student Lidija Sijacic chose the University of Lethbridge for its Liberal Education model, and has been able to gain crucial skills, participate in new experiences and expand her learning while earning her degree.

Semester at Sea opportunity a perfect fit for successful student

Thanks to a scholarship made available through the Brawn Family Foundation, University of Lethbridge student Taylor Williams is getting the learning opportunity of a lifetime through Semester at Sea.

Shining Graduate Jackie Eshriew finds her path through liberal education

Jackie Eshriew (BFA/BSc '23) is a trailblazer. A combined degree major in computer science and new media, Jackie is the first person to graduate from the innovate program, which enables students to become highly adaptable in a variety of work environments.

International Success Built on a Liberal Education

There's never just one way to achieve success, but uLeth graduate Kevin Legg found that a solid foundation in liberal education was the best route for him.

Early Start Experience: Your university how-to guide

New and continuing students can smooth the move to university and in-person learning with the Early Start Experience. The two-week, three-credit course spans academic skills, campus navigation and much more.

Imogen Pohl Reflects on her Six-year Journey at the University of Lethbridge: Even Superheroes Take a Day Off Now and Then

Sixth-year student Imogen Pohl is close to completing her degree at the University of Lethbridge. A traditional four-year undergraduate degree was not in the cards for her. Instead, she set out to get the absolute most out of her uLethbridge experience as a double major co-op student.

Shining Student Matthew Hammer Builds a Career Path Through Co-op and Independent Studies Research

We recently caught up with fifth year neuroscience student Matthew Hammer to learn more about his uLethbridge experience and his plans for the future.

Alumna Elise Pundyk named Alberta Council for Global Cooperation’s Top 30 Under 30

Elise Pundyk (BFA Art ’20) has been named one of the Alberta Council for Global Cooperation’s Top 30 Under 30 for her continuing role in decreasing barriers to quality education, work that began during her time as a student at the University of Lethbridge.

6 questions with Holly Kletke (Music/Education)

Music/Education student Holly Kletke answers 6 questions about her student experience with advice to those considering applying.

Shining Student | Madeline Szabo

As a hammer thrower with uLethbridge’s Pronghorns track and field team, Madeline Szabo is used hauling heavy weights. But thanks to the various scholarships she’s received since coming to uLethbridge, financing her education is one burden she doesn’t have to carry.

Diverse Skill Set Aids Geography Graduate Banting in Professional Career

For geography alumnus James Banting (BSc ’09, MSc ’16), the University of Lethbridge was the environment he needed to discover his passion. He started with general science, looked at political science and finally settled on geography.

Shining Student | Alicia Barbieri - Art Studio

This week's Shining Student found more enriching opportunities as a uLethbridge student than were available to her in larger centres like Vancouver or Calgary. Meet Alicia!

Students Give Refugees a Life-changing Chance

A student-driven initiative to help refugee students achieve their education has received a significant financial boost from Dr. Al Barnhill.

Scholarships Light the Way

Drs. Shelly and Stephen Wismath have created two new student awards to recognize excellence and commitment.

Lewis Finds School Success in Uncommon Ways

Drawn to the University of Lethbridge by its small class sizes and the natural beauty of the city, Jamie Lewis found a community and her place in the world.

Wilk Inspired to Forge Ahead with Academic Career in Mathematics

Having recently returned from the 25th annual Women and Mathematics (WAM) program at the Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) in Princeton, New Jersey, the path to an academic career in mathematics is clearer than ever for fifth-year mathematics student, Kirsten Wilk.

Back in Class, Fender Has No Regrets Over Change in Career Focus

It is never too late to make decisions that change your career path! Kai Fender (BSc ’16) is a shining example of this, and is now back in school and on his way to taking the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) and applying to medical school.

Coding the iCub – Making Connections with Cognitive Robotics

An international partnership between University of Lethbridge neuroscience professor Dr. Matthew Tata and Dr. Francesco Rea (Italian Institute of Technology in Genoa) has given three undergraduate students the unique opportunity to work on an independent study focused on cognitive robotics.

Applied Study Project Investigates Relevancy of Supercluster Proposals

Katie Quinn (geography) had the opportunity recently to complete an applied study at Lethbridge County that focused on agricultural superclusters and how one would best contribute to the county. Her research culminated in a special presentation to Lethbridge County Council.