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The Letters- Immigration

Dr. Abdie Kazemipur speaks to the mandate letter issued to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Minister John McCallum — and promised change to how newcomers arrive in Canada CPAC [http://www.cpac.ca/en/highlight/the-letters-immigration/]

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Top 40 Under 40 - Melanee Thomas PhD

Through her research in gender inequality in politics, U of L alumna Thomas is working to create an even playing field in government Avenue Calgary [http://www.avenuecalgary.com/City-Life/Top-40-Under-40/2016/Melanee-Thomas-PhD/#.WBJ2-Zo2dFk.mailto]

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University of Lethbridge professor speaks about racism in the community and ways to combat it

Dr. Jo-Anne Fiske is asking the community to take a step forward in eliminating racism by making a stand against it CJOC Radio [http://www.cjocfm.com/news-and-info/news/lethbridge-news/university-of-lethbridge-professor-speaks-about-racism-in-the-community-and-ways-to-combat-it/]

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Future teachers excited about curriculum overhaul

Alberta Environment Minister Shannon Phillips was at the University of Lethbridge speaking with future teachers about the proposed curriculum changes Global News [http://globalnews.ca/news/3018993/future-teachers-excited-about-alberta-curriculum-overhaul/]

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Man who witnessed a deadly LRT attack in 2012 still speaks out about bullying, violence and the importance of helping others

Alumnus Manwar Khan continues to campaign against bullying and violence Edmonton Examiner [http://www.edmontonexaminer.com/2016/10/26/man-who-witnessed-a-deadly-lrt-attack-in-2012-still-speaks-out-about-bullying-violence-and-the-importance-of-helping-others]

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A discussion on the U.S. Election

College of the Rockies is pleased to be hosting public policy expert, author and professor Dr. Geoffrey Hale on Thursday, November 3 Kootenay News Advertiser [http://www.kootenayadvertiser.com/news/398887841.html]

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Promoting multicultural society part of the Canadian identity

In her public presentation at the University of Lethbridge this evening, Erna Paris will point out the dangers of simply taking that for granted Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2016/10/27/promoting-multicultural-society-part-of-the-canadian-identity/]

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U of L among the best in Maclean's 2017 University Rankings

The University of Lethbridge is solidifying its place as one of the country's top universities according to Maclean's Magazine CJOC Radio [http://www.cjocfm.com/news-and-info/news/lethbridge-news/u-of-l-among-the-best-in-macleans-2017-university-rankings/]

Campus Life

University of Lethbridge strengths recognized in Maclean’s 2017 University Rankings

The University of Lethbridge’s research excellence and commitment to the student experience continue to solidify its place as one of the country’s top universities as recognized by Maclean’s 2017 University Rankings. For the fifth consecutive year, the U of L was ranked third in the Primarily Undergraduate

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Rugby team salutes veterans

For the University of Lethbridge Pronghorns women’s rugby team, it was just as much a chance to say goodbye as it was the chance to host a Canada West Championship Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/sports/lethbridge-sports/2016/10/25/rugby-team-salutes-veterans/]

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The Beggars Opera brings plenty of history

The University of Lethbridge Opera Workshop is presenting an opera with a twist Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2016/10/24/the-beggars-operabrings-plenty-of-history/]

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Sorority to trick or eat for food bank

Members of the Delta Eta Iota sorority will be visiting local neighbourhoods hoping to fill their bags with something a little more nutritious Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2016/10/26/sorority-to-trick-or-eat-for-food-bank/]

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RBC donates $750,000 to U of L programs

RBC announced Tuesday they are giving $750,000 to the University of Lethbridge’s Agility program and the Faculty of Management Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2016/10/26/rbc-donates-750000to-u-of-l-programs/]

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Marynowski, Stewart, Lenon appointed as Tier II Board of Governors Research Chairs

The University of Lethbridge Board of Governors appointed three Tier II Board of Governors Research Chairs recently, rewarding outstanding faculty members who are committed to excellence in graduate student training and who possess outstanding records of attracting highly qualified personnel. Drs. Richelle Marynowski (education), D. Andrew Stewart (fine arts) and

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Committee working to create consent culture at U of L

Consent isn't optional. That's the message organizers are trying to get across at the University of Lethbridge, as they spark conversations during Preventing Sexual Violence Awareness Week Lethbridge News Now [http://lethbridgenewsnow.com/article/535752/committee-working-create-consent-culture-u-l]

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U of L symposium to discuss relationship between art, technology

The Crossing Boundaries symposium takes place on Friday and Saturday, and will feature technology in the arts and how the two can intermingle and co-exist Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2016/10/25/u-of-l-symposium-to-discuss-relationship-between-art-technology/]

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Degree of provincial government involvement in Canada-EU trade deal unique among federations

Dr. Chris Kukucha authors a paper that examines the proposed CETA deal and the direct participation of provincial and territorial governments in the negotiation Exchange Magazine [http://exchangemagazine.com/morningpost/2016/week43/Tuesday/16102513.htm]

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Playoffs next for the Horns

The Pronghorns men's soccer team heads to Vancouver Friday to face the UBC Thunderbirds on the opening round of the Canada West playoffs Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/sports/lethbridge-sports/2016/10/25/playoffs-next-for-the-horns/]

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Esteemed justice Ronald Skolrood named Unversity of Lethbridge Alumni Association 2016 Alumnus of the Year

Justice Ronald A. Skolrood (BA ’83) has made significant contributions to his profession, all the while giving back to his community through generous volunteerism Lethbridge Living [http://lethbridgeliving.com/news/general/item/esteemed-justice-ronald-skolrood-named-university-of-lethbridge-alumni-association-2016-alumnus-of-the-year]

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Villanova Profs Earn Prestigious Fulbright Scholar Grants

Irene Kan, a professor of psychology, was selected for a Fulbright Scholar Award at the University of Toronto, Ontario (Fall 2016) and a Fulbright Visiting Research Chair award at the U of L Villanova Radnor Patch [http://patch.com/pennsylvania/radnor/villanova-profs-earn-prestigious-fulbright-scholar-grants]

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Advanced Ed approves LCs agriculture business program

Lethbridge College’s new Agriculture Business Risk Management program, which allows for transfer to the U of L, has been formally approved by Alberta Advanced Education Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2016/10/21/advanced-ed-approves-lcs-agriculture-business-program/]

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CIS becomes U Sports

President Mike Mahon, also the Chair of U Sports' board of directors, announces a nationwide rebranding of post-secondary athletics Dal News [https://www.dal.ca/news/2016/10/24/cis-becomes-u-sports.html]

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iGEM team battling germ warfare in EMS vehicles

Researchers at the University of Lethbridge are working with local emergency staff to better identify pathogens in emergency vehicles as part of a competition project they hope will bring continued success Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2016/10/21/igem-team-battling-germ-warfare-in-ems-vehicles/]

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Pronghorns are ready to wruck

The Canada West Women's Rugby Championships open today at the Community Stadium Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/sports/lethbridge-sports/2016/10/21/pronghorns-are-ready-to-wruck/]

Research

Study finds food insecurity issues halved by guaranteed annual income

A new study has found that food insecurity for the country’s poorest seniors is cut nearly in half once they achieve the age of 65 and are eligible for the guaranteed annual income provided through the Old Age Security (OAS) program. It subsequently poses the question of why 65