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Architects selected for major projects at U of L

A major project at the University of Lethbridge is one step closer to becoming a reality after the U of L selected the firms Stantec Architecture and KPMB Architects, in joint venture, to lead the design process of its new science and academic building Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/

Community-minded nursing promotes cyclist safety

Community-minded nursing promotes cyclist safety

Serendipity and a spirit of volunteerism combined to create a fantastic community event promoting cyclist safety in Milk River, Alta., this spring. In March, Kari Putzi, a third-year Bachelor of Nursing student with two elementary school-aged children, just happened to be attending a meeting of the Southwest Alberta Road and

Art majors Peacock, Spencer earn Beny scholarships

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Art majors Peacock, Spencer earn Beny scholarships

Evan Peacock and Luke Spencer, bachelor of fine arts students, have been named as the 2014 Roloff Beny Excellence in the Photographic Arts Awards recipients. As winners of the prestigious annual awards, the pair will each receive scholarships worth $5,000 to further their creative activities and research. “The awards

Shedding new light on a dark subject

Shedding new light on a dark subject

Peter Kellett wants to change the way we think about depression. A registered nurse and nursing instructor in the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Lethbridge, Kellett, who is currently pursuing his PhD, is exploring a topic that has intrigued him since his days as a master’s

Staying active never grows old

Staying active never grows old

The newest assistant professor in public health arrived at the University of Lethbridge’s Faculty of Health Sciences after travelling several roads across Canada throughout his academic studies. Yet, as a Newfoundlander who did his PhD at the University of Alberta and then postdocs in Thunder Bay and Halifax, Chad

The Science of Mistakes

The Science of Mistakes

To err is human – we’ve all heard the saying, and we all know it’s true. But when human health and human lives are in the balance, mistakes aren’t always easy to understand or accept – particularly if you’re the person who’s made one. Mark Pijl Zieber

Once upon a time there was land

University of Lethbridge historical research brings the past to life Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/local-news/2014/04/29/once-upon-a-time-there-was-land/]

Inclusive, single-user washrooms introduced at U of L campus

Inclusive, single-user washrooms introduced at U of L campus

In its continuing efforts to create safe, accessible and inclusive learning and working environments for students, staff and faculty, the University of Lethbridge has created 10 single-user inclusive washrooms on campus. The washrooms provide additional privacy and accessibility to all individuals. These washrooms are wheelchair accessible, include proper medical waste

Kennedy named as new University Registrar

Kennedy named as new University Registrar

The University of Lethbridge Board of Governors has approved the appointment of Sharron (Susie) Kennedy as the University’s Registrar. Kennedy is currently the registrar at Lethbridge College where she leads a variety of business units and functions including admissions, academic records, the academic calendar and student information systems. Provost

Measles on its way back; experts concerned about dropping immunization rates

Shannon Vandenberg, who teaches in the nursing program at the University of Lethbridge, discusses why some people choose not to vaccinate themselves and their children Edmonton Journal [http://www.edmontonjournal.com/Measles+back+experts+concerned+about+dropping+immunization+rates/9781804/story.html]

Five more years for U of L president

Dr. Mike Mahon has been reappointed to a second five-year term as the university’s president and vice-chancellor Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/local-news/2014/04/26/five-more-years-for-u-of-l-president/]

University of Lethbridge student studies immunization rates

Graduate student Jillian King is looking at the decisions some families make when it comes to vaccinating children against measles, mumps, rubella and other diseases Edmonton Sun [http://www.edmontonsun.com/2014/04/25/university-of-lethbridge-student-studies-immunization-rates]

Arts majors earn Beny scholarships

Evan Peacock and Luke Spencer earn scholarships worth $5,000 to further their creative activities and research Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/local-news/2014/04/27/arts-majors-earn-beny-scholarships/]

Architecture firms selected for key elements of Destination Project

The University of Lethbridge Board of Governors has chosen the firms Stantec Architecture and KPMB Architects, in joint venture, to lead the design process of its new science and academic building and energy/utility centre; key elements of the transformational University of Lethbridge Destination Project. In its agreement with the

Let's DO Science Day engaging local high school students

High school students from across southern Alberta will participate in a variety of unique, fun and hands-on science activities at the 3rd Annual Let’s DO Science Day on Thursday, May 1 at the University of Lethbridge. Students will engage in an array of activities involving state-of-the-art scientific problems and

A closer look at anti-vaccination sentiment

A closer look at anti-vaccination sentiment

Some parents reject standard medical vaccines for their children, but little is known about their reasons. That is about to change thanks to a University of Lethbridge graduate student [http://www.uleth.ca/graduatestudies/] who is studying the trend locally. Jillian King (BASc ’12, having previously completed a bachelor’s

A dangerous gamble: Don’t let innocent play turn into addiction

The U of L's Dr. Robert Williams of the Alberta Gambling Research Institute discusses how there are only a few rare situations where you can win money by gambling over the long run Toronto Sun [http://www.torontosun.com/2014/03/28/a-dangerous-gamble-dont-let-innocent-play-turn-into-addiction?pageNumber=1]

My famous father swam in praise, my mother toiled in silence

University of Lethbridge faculty member Goldie Morgentaler (English) submits an essay on her parents, Chava Rosenfarb and Henry Morgentaler Globe and Mail [http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/facts-and-arguments/my-famous-father-swam-in-praise-my-mother-toiled-in-silence/article18193720/#dashboard/follows/]

Mahon reappointed to a second five-year term as U of L president and vice-chancellor

The University of Lethbridge Board of Governors reappoint Dr. Michael (Mike) J. Mahon Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/local-news/2014/04/24/mahon-reappointed-to-a-second-fire-year-term-as-u-of-l-president-and-vice-chancellor/]

Women of Distinction to be honoured

Myrna Greene, a nurse, teacher and the University of Lethbridge’s first female associate dean, is among those honoured at the annual YWCA Women of Distinction banquet Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/local-news/2014/04/25/women-of-distinction-to-be-honoured-tonight/]

Board of Governors reappoints Mahon as President and Vice-Chancellor

Board of Governors reappoints Mahon as President and Vice-Chancellor

The University of Lethbridge Board of Governors has reappointed Dr. Michael (Mike) J. Mahon to a second five-year term as the University’s president and vice-chancellor. The Board of Governors, as well as the review committee struck to make the recommendation to the board, unanimously supported the reappointment. “The University

University of Lethbridge Board of Governors passes balanced 2014/2015 budget

The University of Lethbridge Board of Governors has passed a balanced operating budget for the 2014/15 fiscal year. “The $162-million operating budget is supportive of the University’s recently completed strategic plan and reflects the values of our university,” says the Chair of the U of L Board of

Edmonton man up for Immigrant Award

U of L alumnus Manwar Khan has been nominated for an RBC Top 25 Canada Immigrant Award for his anti-bullying campaign CTV News Edmonton [http://edmonton.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=321541&binId=1.1203468&playlistPageNum=1]

Math wrath in Pincher Creek

Dr. Richelle Marynowski, an assistant professor at the U of L with a PhD in math education, discusses the political nature around the issue of math instruction and student performance Pincher Creek Echo [http://www.pinchercreekecho.com/2014/04/23/math-wrath-in-pincher-creek]

U of L grad studying why parents do, don't immunize

U of L graduate student Jillian King (BSc ’12) is exploring the decisions of some families living in or near Lethbridge on whether or not to immunize their children Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/local-news/2014/04/24/u-of-l-grad-studying-why-parents-do-dont-immunize/]