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See why our students and faculty are among the world’s brightest minds and most accomplished researchers

Faculty of Arts & Science welcomes Dr. Alex Tetarenko

The Faculty of Arts & Science would like to introduce Dr. Alex Tetarenko. Alex, who will be teaching first-year astronomy courses, arrives in southern Alberta after a journey that took her from the ice oval to the tropics.

Arts & Science Faculty 2 min read

Faculty of Arts & Science welcomes Dr. Noa Reich

The Faculty of Arts & Science would like to introduce Dr. Noa Reich, who will be teaching subjects including Victorian literature in the Department of English. Noa found plenty of inspiration at home for her chosen career path.

Arts & Science Faculty 2 min read

ULethbridge biology professor collaborates with grad student on engaging recap of research work

Endangered plants in Canada don't enjoy the same public attention and concern that at-risk animals do. ULethbridge professor Jenny McCune collaborated with a New Media grad to try and change that.

Faculty of Arts & Science 4 min read

Quantum Horizons Alberta initiative: A magnet for high-calibre researchers and graduate students to ULethbridge

A recently announced provincial partnership has the potential to not only further boost the University of Lethbridge’s first-rate reputation in the field of quantum science research, but also provide spin-off benefits for years to come.

Faculty of Arts & Science 2 min read

Faculty of Arts & Science Gold Medal (Arts) winner Amy Cran demonstrates extraordinary leadership through compassion for the community

Amy Cran (BA '23) is no stranger to stepping outside of her comfort zone. While hesitant at first to pursue an independent study, Amy says it led to many experiences and connections within ULethbridge and beyond that enriched her undergraduate experience.

Spring 2023 Convocation 5 min read

The Waking Death Collective: Fine Arts event series explores death through artistic practice

Artist and associate professor Mia van Leeuwen (Drama) is pursuing a multi-pronged research project that explores art-making that is death-facing, participating in a wider cultural movement to contemplate themes of death, dying and grief.

Faculty of Fine Arts 3 min read

2023 International Day of Women & Girls in Science

As we continue to make space for more women and girls in science, let us always remember: “you can’t compete with me; I want you to win, too!” - Dena McMartin, VP Research

International Day of Women & Girls in Science 2 min read

Gaining hands-on research experience: Alex Engel

Kinesiology and psychology student Alex Engel got the amazing opportunity to spend his summer working with Dr. Paige Pope on her current research Move More, Sit Less.

Undergraduate Research 3 min read

Meet the faculty: New faces in the Dhillon School of Business this fall

This summer we have welcomed three new faculty members to the Dhillon School of Business team, each with a different industry-pertinent focus so our students continue to be equipped with sought after, relevant skills.

Dhillon School of Business 4 min read

A career in education and research spanning more than 40 years: Dr. Pam Adams

"I can’t remember a time when our house wasn’t full of people talking about teaching," Dr. Pam Adams, Faculty of Education.

Faculty of Education 4 min read

Research: Dr. Dawn Burleigh and integrating Indigenous perspectives in the Faculty of Education

Working in a remote Cree community in Northern Ontario that was accessible only by airplane, Dr. Dawn Burleigh learned lessons from the people of Attawapiskat about Indigenous life and perspectives that profoundly changed the course of her educational journey.

Faculty of Education 3 min read

Dr. Noella Piquette’s broad research interests have also fueled her love for learning

"The University of Lethbridge name just kept coming up as the crown jewel for Faculties of Education," Dr. Noella Piquette.

Faculty of Education 3 min read

ULethbridge Post-Doctoral Fellow: Optimizing the Future

As computational power grows faster, the problems become more complex. Optimization is at the heart of success when it comes to solving computer problems efficiently. Post-doctoral fellow Sajad Fathi Hafshejani aims to keep up with the ever-evolving computational power of the future.

Computer Science 2 min read

Fill industry demand for data analytical skills with Dr. Feng Jiao

Dr. Feng Jiao understands better than most the power of data and business analytics to improve financial performance. Thankfully, Dr. Jiao shares his knowledge with students in the course- and project-based MSc (Mgt) Business Analytics concentration.

Business Analytics 2 min read

International Day of Women & Girls in Science

This year, we are celebrating the diversity of knowledge and academic backgrounds that women and girls are involved with across Sciences, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM).

International Day of Women & Girls in Science 2 min read

Student-curated exhibition focusing on the body in art opens in the uLethbridge Art Gallery

For art history student Kelsey Black, curating the uLethbridge Art Gallery’s latest exhibition has been the highlight of her undergraduate program.

Faculty of Fine Arts 3 min read

Dr. Gabrielle Houle to study international mask and puppetry arts practice with support of SSHRC grant

Dr. Gabrielle Houle is at the forefront of researching the growing global movement of mask and puppetry arts in artistic productions after receiving a SSHRC Insight Development grant to study the art forms in Canada and Indonesia.

Faculty of Fine Arts 3 min read

Artist Mary Kavanagh elected Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada

Renowned artist and scholar Mary Kavanagh celebrates her induction as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada.

Faculty of Fine Arts 2 min read

A Counselling Psychology Program Respected Across Canada: Dr. Kerry Bernes

The work of Dr. Kerry Bernes and his colleagues is so successful that the Faculty of Education now boasts counselling psychology programs respected across Canada, with applicants coming from far and wide to meet the growing demand for registered psychologists.

Faculty of Education 3 min read

Vice-president research, Research and Innovation Services, Dr. Dena McMartin

"The quality of research being done here is exceptional and I’m honoured to be able to talk about and celebrate the discoveries, innovations, creativity and scholarship that our students, faculty and staff undertake." Dr. Dena McMartin is the vice president (research).

Geography & Environment 3 min read

Dr. Amy von Heyking: High-quality education systems are created through rigorous and collaborative accountability systems

Curriculum-development research has been a passion for Dr. Amy von Heyking, who has examined history curriculum across Canada, along with educational policy surrounding curriculum development and implementation. It's a topic in the news with the Draft Alberta Education K-6 Curriculum.

Faculty of Education 3 min read

Education Research on Place-conscious Pedagogy: Creating Curriculum from Local Perspectives with Dr. Sharon Pelech

“I remember trying to teach my students about biomes—they looked at me like I had an extra head,” says Dr. Sharon Pelech of her first teaching job. “Then I took them for a walk ...”

Faculty of Education 3 min read

SHINING NEW LIGHT

The path to new knowledge is complex. Through partnerships and support, researchers and students are discovering new solutions to difficult problem, enabling positive change and impacting lives around the world.

Giving 3 min read

Dr. Lance Grigg: teaching, research, authentic engagement, and chess for life

As he looks back on his 26 years at the University of Lethbridge, it is clear Dr. Grigg has valued his time in a space that allowed for participation in a rich research and teaching environment.

Faculty of Education 4 min read

Professor Laura Chasmer

Dr. Laura Chasmer's research looks into the implications of peatland change and fire on ecosystem function, and how these impact communities, policy, and management.

Faculty & Staff 4 min read
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