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Friends of Health Sciences Award to honour two Kainai physicians for their work to curb fentanyl use

Friends of Health Sciences Award to honour two Kainai physicians for their work to curb fentanyl use

This year’s Friends of Health Sciences award recognizes two Kainai physicians who have shown exemplary leadership in mobilizing their community to respond to the fentanyl crisis. The work of Dr. Susan Christenson and Dr. Esther Tailfeathers has saved numerous lives. Christenson and Tailfeathers have individually launched several initiatives on

Insect found in Alberta but disease not present

Dan Johnson, an entomologist and researcher at the University of Lethbridge, is the lead on a national project to monitor for the presence of the potato psyllid. Western Producer [http://www.producer.com/2015/09/insect-found-in-alberta-but-disease-not-present/]

Cities to consider lowering voting age to 16

Lethbridge city councillor Jeff Coffman (MA '10) argues lowering voting age to 16 in municipal elections would help engage young people and help them become active voters for life. Calgary Herald [http://calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/cities-consider-decreasing-voting-age-to-16]

Chinook Symposium winners announced

Chinook Symposium winners announced

With 39 competitors at this year's Chinook Symposium in Chemistry and Biochemistry, judges had a difficult task. After a full afternoon of judging, a slate of winners was chosen. Lesley Brown, vice-provost and associate vice-president (academic), was on hand to congratulate the winners. In the undergraduate chemistry category,

‘I Believe You’ campaign launched at the U of L

‘I Believe You’ campaign launched at the U of L

The Preventing Sexual Violence Action Committee at the University of Lethbridge is committed to prevention of sexual violence and, this year, one of its key initiatives is the ‘I Believe You’ campaign. The province-wide ‘I Believe You’ campaign was launched Aug. 31 with simultaneous events in Calgary and Edmonton. The

Celebrated author Susan Jacoby speaks to importance of a liberal education

Celebrated author Susan Jacoby speaks to importance of a liberal education

Being a critical thinker in today’s world is a necessity. Just look at the sheer volume of information that can be accessed through a single Internet search. How does one make sense of it all? What is fact and what is fiction? Susan Jacoby, author of The Age of

U of L study seeks to find additional treatment for disordered gambling

A University of Lethbridge researcher has launched a study that looks at the addition of contingency management (CM) to standard counselling practices for disordered gambling. CM works by rewarding counselling attendance and abstinence from gambling. Dr. Darren Christensen, a U of L addictions counselling professor, says contingency management has been

U of L first Canadian site to host University Trading Challenge

U of L first Canadian site to host University Trading Challenge

Following the success of the University of Lethbridge’s Faculty of Management team at the University Trading Challenge (UTC) in New York City last November, the U of L has been chosen as the location for the first UTC to be held in Canada this November. “We are proud to

University of Lethbridge rolls out the welcome mat for students

University of Lethbridge rolls out the welcome mat for students

The fall semester gets underway with the first day of classes on Sept. 9 but before that, students will receive a big welcome to campus through New Student Orientation (NSO) on Sept. 7 and 8. NSO serves as a launch pad for the 2015-2016 academic year, offering new students and

Revitalized future-student website designed to meet the needs of today’s web savvy students

Revitalized future-student website designed to meet the needs of today’s web savvy students

A new University of Lethbridge future-student website has been designed to be mobile-friendly and responsive to the needs of students beginning their academic careers. The website, located at www.uleth.ca/future-student, [http://www.uleth.ca/future-student/]was developed with the future student user experience in mind. “We’re really

China’s troubles put chill in Canadian economy

U of L economist discusses China's economic woes and the effects on the Canadian economy Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/local-news/2015/08/29/chinas-troubles-put-chillin-canadian-economy/]

College of the Rockies transfer students excel academically

Dual admission agreement between the U of L and the College of the Rockies allows students to complete their first two years at the College and complete a degree at the U of L in their final two years. Kootenay News Advertiser [http://www.kootenayadvertiser.com/community/323231611.html]

Entire museum gallery for Lakeland College alum

Wildlife paintings by U of L alum Colin Starkevich (BSc '14), highlighting the grasslands of southern Alberta, are on display at the Royal Alberta Museum in Edmonton until Sept. 27 Meridian Booster [http://www.meridianbooster.com/2015/08/27/entire-museum-gallery-for-lakeland-college-alum]

A place to showcase

U of L alumna Deb Klics (BEd '90) is an artist and elementary school teacher. This summer, her paintings have graced the walls of the Strathmore Municipal Library. Strathmore Standard [http://www.strathmorestandard.com/2015/08/27/a-place-to-showcase]

University of Lethbridge experts available to help families slide back into the school routine

The University of Lethbridge has several experts from the Faculty of Education available to discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with getting students ready for the school year. These experts can offer insight and suggestions for parents about topics like the province’s new math curriculum, the move away

Octopuses seen throwing things may be using shells as weapons

The U of L's Jennifer Mather says octopuses often use jets of water to clean their house or chase off small fish so it's still a mystery if one octopus intends to bean another. New Scientist [https://www.newscientist.com/article/dn28085-octopuses-seen-throwing-things-may-be-using-shells-as-weapons/]

Siwella helps Pronghorns upset Huskies

The U of L Pronghorns men’s soccer players led local players through a free camp and then played an exhibition match against the University of Saskatchewan Huskies. Southwest Booster [http://www.swbooster.com/sports/soccer/2015/8/24/siwella-helps-pronghorns-upset-huskies-.html]

Students get head start on research careers

Summer students conducting research at the CCBN highlighted their work at the annual Summer Student Symposium. Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/local-news/2015/08/24/students-get-head-start-on-research-careers/]

Sexual orientation is much more complex than straight, gay or bisexual

After attending The Puzzle of Sexual Orientation conference at the U of L, Dr. Lori Brotto, a psychologist and a professor at UBC, discusses the concept of sexual fluidity. The Globe and Mail [http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-and-fitness/health/sexual-orientation-is-much-more-complex-than-straight-gay-or-bisexual/article26053887/]

What makes people gay? (An update)

Writer Neil Swidey revisits one of his earlier stories — 'What Makes People Gay?' — after attending The Puzzle of Sexual Orientation conference held at the U of L in July. The Boston Globe [https://www.bostonglobe.com/magazine/2015/08/22/what-makes-people-gay-update/8Mos2MXHvX5JsxP7AzW9RJ/story.html]

Summer students share their research and win prizes

Summer students share their research and win prizes

The annual Canadian Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience Summer Student Symposium had 19 students present their research, covering topics as varied as facial detection using artificial retinas and the effects of maternal inflammation and prenatal stress on offspring behaviour. First place, and a U of L Bookstore gift card worth $100,

Alberta’s 20 Most Innovative Organizations

Ventus Geospatial, operated by alums Steve Myshak (BSc '10) and Owen Brown (BSc '09), made Alberta Venture's list of the 20 most innovative organizations with their high-flying leak detection abilities. Alberta Venture [http://albertaventure.com/2015/08/albertas-20-most-innovative-organizations/]

Summer time is research time for six local high school students

Summer time is research time for six local high school students

Summer time usually gives high school students a break from learning, but six local students have spent most of their summer getting educated about research instead. The Heritage Youth Researcher Summer (HYRS) program, funded by Alberta Innovates Health Solutions (AIHS), gives students in Grade 11 the chance to spend six

Super cold deep freeze key to testing instruments destined for space

Super cold deep freeze key to testing instruments destined for space

The University of Lethbridge’s new cryogenic test facility (CTF) has allowed researchers in Dr. David Naylor’s astrophysics lab to be more productive, more energy efficient and more flexible. “It’s working exactly as intended. It’s great,” says Naylor, a U of L physics and astronomy professor and

Students get challenging but amazing learning experience in the Philippines

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Students get challenging but amazing learning experience in the Philippines

What usually takes hours to describe in a classroom came instantly alive for the 14 students who signed up for the University of Lethbridge’s first ever Philippine Field Study course. Offered through the Department of Women and Gender Studies, Dr. Glenda Bonifacio wanted her students to learn about global