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Pronghorn Teams

Horns men's basketball ID Camp

It may be considered the off-season but the University of Lethbridge Pronghorns [http://www.uleth.ca/horns] men's basketball team is continuing to work hard for next season. The Horns will hold their annual ID Camp this weekend, May 7-8 at the 1st Choice Savings Centre. This camp

Campus wide fire drills Wednesday

The regularly scheduled campus wide fire drills will be held Wednesday, May 5, beginning at 9 a.m. and rotating throughout campus. When the general fire alarm sounds in your building, occupants will be required to exit that building and follow the instructions of the area Fire Wardens or Assistant

President's Awards honour service

President's Awards honour service

The President's Award for Service Excellence recognizes exceptional service to the University of Lethbridge and members of the University community. The award is given to two individuals: one AUPE staff member and one APO/Exempt Support Staff Member. In addition, a Team Award has been added this year.

A legacy of collaboration

A legacy of collaboration

Finding a way to coax Dr. Jane O'Dea to talk about herself as she reflects on 10 years as dean of the Faculty of Education [http://www.uleth.ca/edu] is a lesson in futility. Only within the context of describing the faculty's achievements will she

Funding and Grants

Research proposal form updated

The Office of Research Services [http://www.uleth.ca/rch/] and Information Technology have upgraded the online Research Proposal Form available through the Bridge [https://www.uleth.ca/bridge/twgkwbis.P_WWWLogin]. A new set of "Help" icons has been created to assist people in completing the proposal

Modern Languages lecture

Those interested in the study of modern languages [http://www.uleth.ca/fas/mod/] have the opportunity to listen to one of the foremost experts on Michif, Dr. Nicole Rosen [http://zapp.uleth.ca/Applications/CampusDirec/users/nicole.rosen], as she presents a position paper Tuesday afternoon. Rosen, along with

Chancellor Davidson earns city honour

Chancellor Davidson earns city honour

Over the course of his life, University of Lethbridge chancellor Richard Davidson has served the city of Lethbridge in a number of capacities, many from the volunteer perspective. So it was only fitting that the Rotary Club of Lethbridge and the Lethbridge Herald recognized Davidson as the Lethbridge Citizen of

Chancellor Davidson named Citizen of the Year

Chancellor Davidson named Citizen of the Year

Over the course of his life, University of Lethbridge chancellor Richard Davidson has served the city of Lethbridge in a number of capacities, many from the volunteer perspective. So it was only fitting that the Rotary Club of Lethbridge and the Lethbridge Herald recognized Davidson as the Lethbridge Citizen of

CAETL extends deadline

The Centre for the Advancement of Excellence in Teaching and Learning [http://www.uleth.ca/caetl/?p=480] (CAETL) has extended the registration deadline for Friday's Teaching Day activities to Wednesday, May 5. Teaching Day is to be held in Andy's Place (AH100) from 9 a.

East Patio closed for renovation

The east side of University Hall is now closed as a major renovation of the patio, stair and sidewalk areas has begun. During construction there will be no access permitted to the east side of University Hall. The south and north patios on Level 6 will be accessible. Pedestrian access

Religious Studies Conference, May 1-2

The Department of Religious Studies is presenting its 8th Annual Research in Religious Studies Conference, Saturday and Sunday, May 1-2 at the University of Lethbridge. This conference will showcase student research into religious expression around the world. Following is a conference schedule. Conference Schedule Saturday, May 1 8 a.m.

Sport and Recreation

Bee Heart Smart begins May 1

By SUZANNE MCINTOSH It is that time of year again. The semester is wrapping up, spring is on the way, crocuses are blooming and your team should be gearing up for the 6th Annual Bee Heart Smart six-week physical activity challenge. Running May 1 to June 14, this competition is

Winter storm approaches

The City of Lethbridge has released information relating to the the city's response to continuing rainfall, and also the anticipated snowfall which Environment Canada predicts could arrive early in the evening on Wednesday, Apr. 28. The University of Lethbridge, as it did previously, will remain open unless otherwise

Alumnus headlines SACPA event

The Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs (SACPA [http://www.sacpa.ca]) will present a special evening session, Thursday, Apr. 29 at the Lethbridge Public Library featuring University of Lethbridge alumnus Virgil Grandfield (BA '92). Outsourcing Disaster: Human Trafficking and Humanitarian Failure in Aceh's Tsunami Reconstruction? is

Peer partners sought

The International Centre for Students [http://www.uleth.ca/ics/] is looking for University of Lethbridge students who are interested in becoming peer partners for Japanese students visiting the U of L this August. The visiting students will be participating in a one month exchange program from Hokkai Gakuen University

Major scholarships available

Interested in a scholarship that could cover your tuition and living costs for next year? A pair of major scholarship awards are currently taking applications through the University of Lethbridge's Scholarships and Student Finance Office [http://www.uleth.ca/ross/student_finance/contact.html]. The ConocoPhillips Canada Centennial

Application deadline for BNAD fast approaching

The Faculty of Health Sciences [http://www.uleth.ca/hlsc] is currently taking applications for its Bachelor of Nursing After Degree [http://www.uleth.ca/healthsciences/bnad] program. This outstanding program has helped to educate leaders in the health care field. Nurses focus on developing relationships with people in order

Dietitian counsels to eat a rainbow

By DIANE BRITTON Colourful vegetables and fruit pack a powerful nutrition punch. The closer your plate resembles a rainbow, the more nutrients you eat. Why? Vegetables and fruit are loaded in polyphenols; antioxidants that help reduce cardiovascular disease. Although there is no recommended amount for daily intake of polyphenols, there

Wellness Week at the U of L

Wellness Week begins Monday at the University of Lethbridge, with a number of events designed to bring health and wellness issues to the forefront of everyone's mind. Following is a list of Wellness Week activities, beginning with Monday's mini health fair at Andy's Place

Looking for tribute stories

In the next issue of SAM, the University will pay tribute to outgoing President Dr. Bill Cade. Cade has been the president of the U of L for the last decade and has impacted people all across campus, the local community and the province at large. The Advancement office is

Fowler earns Distinguished Teaching Award

Fowler earns Distinguished Teaching Award

The University of Lethbridge is proud to bestow the Distinguished Teaching Award upon Dr. Leah Fowler, for her inspiring teaching sustained over a 12-year career at the University of Lethbridge. Her award will be presented at the Spring, 2009 Convocation ceremonies, which take place June 3 and 4 at the

Morris awarded Ingrid Speaker Medal

Morris awarded Ingrid Speaker Medal

The University of Lethbridge is proud to award Dr. Dave Witte Morris the Ingrid Speaker Medal for Distinguished Research, Scholarship, or Performance. Morris will receive his award at the Fall Convocation ceremony, which takes place Oct. 16, 2010. A world-class mathematician, Morris is the Canadian authority on two complex areas

President Cade lectures at The View

The View, in collaboration with the University of Lethbridge, is hosting University of Lethbridge President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Bill Cade as he presents his popular Sex on Six Legs lecture Tuesday, Apr. 20 at noon. The half-hour presentation is then followed by a seafood lunch. Admission to this event is

Art Student Open House this week

Once again this spring, the U of L Art Department [http://www.uleth.ca/finearts/art] opens its studios and workshops to welcome the public, Apr. 20-21, daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. "We want people to experience the diversity and excellence of work by students

Communications survey available

The Communications leg of University Advancement wants your input into the future of its print publications and the use of digital signage. Is it time to go green and limit the use of print, is it time to take the Legend off the rack and put it solely online and