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Scientists say child's play helps build a better brain

The U of L's Dr. Sergio Pellis discusses how play and social interaction can shape a child's future 89.3 KPCC Radio [http://www.scpr.org/news/2014/08/06/45819/scientists-say-child-s-play-helps-build-a-better-b/]

Pikes push for regional meet

U of L Pronghorns swimmer Cole Midtdal brings his experience back to his home community Penticton Western News [http://www.pentictonwesternnews.com/sports/269564811.html]

Redford could take Alberta Progressive Conservatives down with her

U of L sociologist Dr. Trevor Harrison discusses the downward spiral of the provincial Tories Globe and Mail [http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/redford-could-take-alberta-progressive-conservatives-down-with-her/article19897879/]

Doctoral student looks to understand Samoa's trend-bucking population growth

Doctoral student looks to understand Samoa's trend-bucking population growth

Birth rates often fall as nations become more developed, but the opposite is happening in Samoa – and a University of Lethbridge graduate student may know the reason why. Third year evolution and behaviour PhD student Deanna Forrester (MSc ’11) is investigating why this developing island nation located in the South

University Towns that Are (Almost) Too Cool for School

The U of L and city of Lethbridge are featured as destination spots for students En Route Magazine [http://enroute.aircanada.com/en/articles/university-towns-that-are-almost-too-cool-for-school]

Westminster School donates books to library

The U of L's Dr. Jennifer Mather, a book award subcommittee member, speaks about the Animal Behaviour Society’s Children’s Book Award program Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/local-news/2014/07/31/westminster-school-donates-books-to-library/]

Rising temperatures not slowing down runners

Kyle Jensen, a personal trainer in the U of L Fitness Centre, gives advice about working out in the heat Global News [http://globalnews.ca/news/1483536/rising-temperatures-not-slowing-down-runners/]

Daniel Weeks new UNBC president

Former U of L Vice-President (Research), Dr. Dan Weeks, accepts a new role at University of Northern British Columbia Prince George Citizen [http://www.princegeorgecitizen.com/news/local/daniel-weeks-new-unbc-president-1.1266005]

Canada’s Jim Steacy dedicates hammer throw gold medal to mom Debby

U of L alumnus Jim Steacy wins gold at the Commonwealth Games in Scotland Canada.com [http://o.canada.com/sports/canadas-jim-steacy-dedicates-hammer-throw-gold-medal-to-mom-debby]

Horns alumnus Steacy wins Commonwealth Games gold medal

Horns alumnus Steacy wins Commonwealth Games gold medal

Eight years after finishing second at the Commonwealth Games, University of Lethbridge Pronghorns alumnus Jim Steacy (BASc '09) has made it to the top of the podium. Steacy, competing for Canada at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, won gold in the men's hammer throw event

Dr. Dan Weeks appointed as President and Vice-Chancellor, University of Northern British Columbia

UPDATE - Aug. 11, 2014 The following is an open letter from Dr. Mike Mahon to the University of Lethbridge Community Further to the notice advising of Dr. Dan Weeks’s appointment as President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Northern British Columbia (below), I am pleased to announce that

Social Octopus Species Shatters Beliefs About Ocean Dwellers

The U of L's Dr. Jennifer Mather discusses the social behaviour of octopus species National Geographic [http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2014/07/140728-social-octopuses-animals-oceans-science-mating/?rptregcta=reg_free_np&rptregcampaign=20140724_rw_membership_n1p_intl_ot_c1#nojump.close]

Diverse-City - Manwar Khan

U of L alumnus Manwar Khan is profiled as a community leader BT Edmonton [http://www.btedmonton.ca/videos/3701165898001/]

Nelson soccer referee Cormac Southam officiated at Provincial A Cup Championships

Pronghorns men's soccer recruit recovers from concussion, plans to study neuroscience while at U of L Nelson Star [http://www.nelsonstar.com/sports/268537862.html]

The Muslim question

The U of L's Dr. Abdie Kazemipur examines Muslims in Canadian society through the release of his new book Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/local-news/2014/07/25/the-muslim-question/]

Unique friendship supports journey to graduation

Unique friendship supports journey to graduation

The following story is courtesy of the University of Calgary What happens when two longtime friends decide to return to university to pursue social work degrees? Support, dedication and a sense of calling. Tanya Gill (BA/BEd '00) and Tina Shingoose Fancy (BA '96) met 20 years ago

Pronghorns honour Debby Steacy by renaming scholarship

University of Lethbridge Pronghorn Athletics is honoured to announce that the department is renaming its Academic All-Canadian Scholarship to pay tribute to the late Debby Steacy. Steacy, a longtime supporter of Horns Athletics, passed away suddenly in April 2014 at the age of 58. Each year, more than 20 per

Horns men's soccer program adds strong recruits

The University of Lethbridge Pronghorns men’s soccer team is pleased to announce four new additions to the 2014 Canada West roster. After adding three local products earlier this offseason, the ‘Horns are also excited to introduce midfielders Allan Siwella, Franco Crnkovic, Sean Gaiskey and defender Blake Pipke. Siwella, who

Golf Tournament Raises More Than $50,000 For PSAC Education Fund

Marcus Peiritsch, a University of Lethbridge student affiliated with Calfac Well Services Ltd., was awarded a $1,000 PSAC scholarship Daily Oil Bulletin [http://www.dailyoilbulletin.com/article/2014/7/22/golf-tournament-raises-more-50000-psac-education-f/?ntoken=iG00aQkTtTJYTzuBBrM%2fiE%2bkfZXBVuukKQy10MD%2bJ8KPZLoeleE7ocWXSgxGJLUVcl9mH8IlnBZ6CoS1V8JlpHdZiOMeWPY6eujFC0%2fQ20T6dzL33cJ0%2bPNPSyDOxXMybH6RGlqJERLhtMROTBbR6FgCYNqZX7mTKbGamkBFNRUDMY3LXRLdOOUT3MNmg61MAtVVxFPT0Vv0fR2YrCV1XrYuGdGbHy2dbX

Woman rappels for cancer

U of L student Chelsea Niekamp has personal reasons for participating in the Rope for Hope charity rappelling event for the Make a Wish Foundation Airdrie Echo [http://www.airdrieecho.com/2014/07/22/woman-rappels-for-cancer]

Filipino immigrants: To stay or to return?

The U of L's Dr. Glenda Bonifacio comments on Filipino immigration trends Asian Pacific Post [http://www.asianpacificpost.com/article/6309-filipino-immigrants-stay-or-return.html]

Kazemipur book examines issues Muslims face while living in Canada

Kazemipur book examines issues Muslims face while living in Canada

Canada has managed to avoid the level of conflict between Muslims and non-Muslims that has occurred in other countries, but a University of Lethbridge sociologist has uncovered some worrisome signs. In his new book, The Muslim Question in Canada (published by UBC Press), Dr. Abdolmohammed (Abdie) Kazemipur shows that Muslims

Recipients of the 2013 VAPPA bursaries

U of L students recognized as Vulcan and Area Public and Petroleum Association (VAPPA) bursary program winners Vulcan Advocate [http://www.vulcanadvocate.com/2014/07/21/recipients-of-the-2013-vappa-bursaries]

Local women receive Women of Inspiration scholarships

U of L Fine Arts student Sage Mitchell earns a 2013-14 Women of Inspiration Education Scholarship from Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta Fort McMurray Today [http://www.fortmcmurraytoday.com/2014/07/21/local-women-receive-women-of-inspiration-scholarships]

Theatre camps a hit in Waterton

The University's Faculty of Fine Arts takes its expertise to children in the community Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/local-news/2014/07/21/theatre-campsa-hit-in-waterton/]