Shining Students - uLethbridge Stories

Virtual Play Reading Honours 2020, 2021 uLethbridge Play Right Prize Recipients

The University of Lethbridge is proud to announce the recipients of the 2021 Play Right Prize competition, supported by alumnus Terry Whitehead.

Valentina Ibarra Galvis: International Day of Women and Girls in Science

"Our fearlessness, determination, analytical minds, and our ability to look beyond ourselves to improve our understanding of the world around us will propel us into a new era of science." ~ Valentina Ibarra Galvis

Family farming from a rural women’s perspective

Graduate student Diane McKenzie (BA ’16) is combining her rural roots and her research interests with the intention to make an important contribution to the future of agriculture.

uLethbridge student completes Whyte Museum internship amid facility closures

Thea Sleight was able to safely complete a 12-week, paid internship at the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies despite facility closures. The experience confirms she has followed her passions to the career of her dreams.

Twitter: An Important Professional Development Tool for Teachers

Current student, Parker Bijl values Twitter for enabling him to interact with colleagues and access a plethora of professional development ideas and resources. When COVID-19 struck, he recognized an even greater potential for teacher education through the social networking platform.

Small cohorts led to large opportunities for MFA graduate Tyler Muzzin

A 45-minute phone call convinced Tyler Muzzin, recent MFA graduate, that the University of Lethbridge was the right place for him, as a student and an artist.

M.A. candidate Wael Nasser wins top spot in national essay competition

Wael Nasser draws on his community experience and cutting edge research to win top spot in IRCC's national essay competition.

No regrets for international graduate student Anna Nikolova

A worldwide pandemic wasn't in the forecast when Anna Nikolova chose to study abroad, but a phenomenal educational experience in a caring environment leaves her with no regrets in choosing uLethbridge.

Online learning develops new skill sets in uLethbridge students

Art History and Museum Studies student Kelsey Black's online learning experience prepared her to tackle the world of virtual summer camps and online engagement for the uLethbridge Art Gallery.

Wellness is Keeping Active, Both Mentally and Physically: Brae Clowes

When given the chance to practice her approach to wellness in teaching, Brae Clowes was up for the challenge. "Every Tuesday we post TikTok Challenges to encourage movement and also put a smile on students’ faces during this difficult time."

Five questions with Andrew Doyle (BA/BEd '10, MEd '20)

Andrew Doyle learned much in his time in the MEd Educational Leadership program; particularly, the value of community engagement.

5 questions with shining graduate Sheadene Morrison (Drama/Education)

Sheadene Morrison graduates this fall with a Bachelor of Arts (Drama) and Bachelor of Education (Dramatic Arts). Sheadene was nominated to be recognized as a Shining Graduate by Drama department chair, Jay Whitehead.

Meet Shining Student Liam Devitt

Liam Devitt thought their educational path was mapped out until a professor noticed their skill at research. Liam switched to a major in history and has since presented research projects at Lethbridge's Galt Museum & Archives, as well as at conferences in Toronto and London, U.K.

Meet Shining Student Valentine Deregnaucourt

When Valentine Deregnaucourt moved to Canada from France, she looked for a university known for its research programs, innovation, and ability to help students develop skills and work experience.

Meet Shining Student Zaynab Enayetullah

Zaynab Enayetullah knew choosing public health was the right decision as she watched the rise of the COVID-19 pandemic during her second semester at uLethbridge.

Meet Shining Student Lorenzo Bachman-Conrad

Lorenzo Bachman-Conrad is building an impressive resume and a strong network by working where he learns. His campus roles so far include lifeguard, teaching assistant, tutor and marketing designer/consultant.

Shining Graduate, Brayden Pitcher, BSc '20

As an undergraduate student, Brayden Pitcher worked to build connections, both with his professors and his peers. Through those connections, he researched ways in which we can improve the teaching of work-related skills for students with disabilities. Learn more about his uLethbridge experience.

5 questions with graduate Cody Russell (BMgt '20)

Dhillon School of Business student Cody Russell, a Marketing major and Supply Chain Management minor, talks about his uLethbridge experience.

Five questions with alumna Mariam Ullah (BMgt '20)

Heralding from Yellowknife N.W.T., Dhillon School of Business graduate Mariam Ullah came all the way to Lethbridge A.B. to pursue a Bachelor of Management in Accounting.

6 Questions with Kelsey Black (Art History/Museum Studies)

Art History Museum Studies student Kelsey Black answers 6 questions about her student experience with advice to those joining the uLethbridge family.

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.

6 questions with Kacie Hall (Drama)

Drama student, president of the Theatre Arts Society and artistic director of the Musical Theatre Society, Kacie Hall, answers questions about her student experience.

Undergraduate Neuroscience Conference Hosted Online in August 2020 draws speakers and presenters across the country

The University of Lethbridge’s Neuroscience Club and Canadian Center for Behavioural Neuroscience (CCBN) banded together in August to host the 2020 Undergraduate Neuroscience Conference (UNC) online with keynote speakers and presenters from across the country.

Five questions with Shining Graduate Dylan Nikkel BSc '20

Dylan Nikkel's most memorable uLethbridge experience was defending his Honours Thesis. It was both intense and immensely satisfying.

Forging a friendship

An off-chance meeting on the first day of New Student Orientation (NSO) in 2015 led to a friendship that has sustained Nick Hassink (BSc ’19) and James Eaton (BSc ’20) throughout their undergraduate studies.