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Horns bolstered by major donation

The University of Lethbridge Pronghorns men’s hockey program has received a huge assist prior to the 2019 U Sports University Cup Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/sports/lethbridge-sports/2018/05/03/horns-bolstered-by-major-donation/]

U of L seeking submissions for En Plein Air exhibit

The University of Lethbridge is asking artists across southern Alberta to pick up their paint brushes and join them at the Coutts Centre for Western Canadian Heritage Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2018/04/29/u-of-l-seeking-submissions-for-en-plein-air-exhibit/]

Breadth of research highlighted by latest CRC announcements

Breadth of research highlighted by latest CRC announcements

A trio of University of Lethbridge researchers are among 186 persons who have been announced as new or renewed Canada Research Chairs (CRC) by the Government of Canada. Drs. Monique Giroux (Indigenous studies), Trushar Patel (chemistry & biochemistry) and Julie Young (geography) were all named Tier II Canada Research Chairs

CCBN to create dynamic imaging research program

CCBN to create dynamic imaging research program

Researchers surmise that Alzheimer’s disease can start 20 or 30 years before any signs or symptoms appear, but they don’t know exactly what’s going on in the brain in those early stages of the disease. University of Lethbridge neuroscientists want to track the gradual emergence of Alzheimer’

Dhillon School of Business earns accreditation from AACSB International

Dhillon School of Business earns accreditation from AACSB International

The Dhillon School of Business has joined the ranks of the world’s top business schools by achieving accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International. Synonymous with the highest standards of quality, AACSB Accreditation inspires new ways of thinking within business education globally and, as

100th anniversary of N.S. women's right to vote

Dr. Heidi MacDonald discusses the centenary of Nova Scotia women earning the right to vote CTV News Atlantic [https://atlantic.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=1382314]

U of L study points to team identity as key factor in youth sports

U of L study points to team identity as key factor in youth sports

As youth flock to soccer pitches and baseball diamonds for spring league play, a University of Lethbridge researcher has some tips for coaches to help ensure they have a good experience and are more likely to find success on and off the field. Dr. Danny Balderson (BA/BEd ’01), an

Technology can help mitigate disasters like wildfires, SACPA told

University of Lethbridge geography professors Chris Hopkinson and Laura Chasmer give their presentation during the weekly meeting of the Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2018/04/13/technology-can-help-mitigate-disasters-like-wildfires-sacpa-told/]

Dr. Leroy Little Bear to speak on Indigenous worldview in education

As part of Selkirk College’s Reconciliation Speaker Series, Dr. Leroy Little Bear, eminent scholar and professor emeritus will be in Nelson April 4th Castlegar News [https://www.castlegarnews.com/community/dr-leroy-little-bear-to-speak-on-indigenous-worldview-in-education/]

Don’t sweat NAFTA, professor tells SACPA

Dr. Chris Kukucha presents on the NAFTA negotiations Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2018/04/27/dont-sweat-nafta-professor-tells-sacpa/]

Minister impressed with progress of U of L’s Destination Project

The provincial minister of advanced education is impressed with what he sees of the new Destination Project building Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2018/04/27/minister-impressed-with-progress-of-u-of-ls-destination-project/]

Deepest Octopus Nursery Discovered, Holds Dark Secret

Dr. Jennifer Mather comments on newly-identified cephalopods National Geographic [https://news.nationalgeographic.com/2018/04/animals-octopuses-deep-sea-oceans/]

Giving back — a diaspora success story

Bob Dhillon's gift to the University is one of three featured The Tribune-India [http://www.tribuneindia.com/news/spectrum/giving-back-a-diaspora-success-story/576475.html]

The changing face of the Canadian family...

Dr. Susan McDaniel paints a picture of the Canadian family Prairie Post [http://www.prairiepost.com/index.php/news/alberta/item/14135-the-changing-face-of-the-canadian-family.html]

Victoria Highlanders add former national U-18 player Thomas Shores

Chris Rushworth, a Canada West all-star and the all-time leading scorer in University of Lethbridge Pronghorns history, returns to Victoria Victoria Times Colonist [http://www.timescolonist.com/sports/victoria-highlanders-add-former-national-u-18-player-thomas-shores-1.23278091]

En Plein Air Exhibit is a call for artists to be a part of annual display

The University of Lethbridge is asking artists across southern Alberta to pick up their paint brushes and join them at the Coutts Centre for Western Canadian Heritage Prairie Post [http://www.prairiepost.com/index.php/entertainment/arts/item/14159-en-plein-air-exhibit-is-a-call-for-artists-to-be-a-part-of-annual-display.html]

N.S. could have pioneered women’s vote, but missed the boat

Dr. Heidi MacDonald discusses the centenary of women's suffrage in Nova Scotia just as the province suspends school board elections Halifax Chronicle Herald [http://www.thechronicleherald.ca/opinion/1565387-opinion-n.s.-could-have-pioneered-women%E2%80%99s-vote-but-missed-the-boat]

New mapping techniques allow researchers to better gauge effect of glacier flow on infrastructure, environment

Using advanced mapping techniques, scientists are trying to predict when and where fast-flowing glaciers in Western Canada could change the surrounding ecology Phys.org [https://phys.org/news/2018-04-techniques-gauge-effect-glacier-infrastructure.html]

Leading undergraduate researchers coming to campus for URCSA conference, Apr. 29-30

The University of Lethbridge will host many of the finest undergraduate student researchers in the province at the 4th Annual Undergraduate Research in Science Conference of Alberta (URSCA), Apr. 29-30, 2018. A celebration of Alberta discovery and innovation at the earliest stage of post-secondary education, URSCA will feature over 90

Adams named to Canada Sports Hall of Fame Member Selection Committee

Adams named to Canada Sports Hall of Fame Member Selection Committee

When Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame releases its 2018 inductees list on Thursday, University of Lethbridge Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education professor Dr. Carly Adams will have played a key part in the process. Adams was chosen recently to serve a five-year term on the Hall of Fames’

London's possible casino expansion riles problem gambling advocate

A new casino in London prompts a look at U of L research into problem gambling London Free Press [http://lfpress.com/news/local-news/londons-possible-casino-expansion-riles-problem-gambling-advocate]

Kids should take risks, even dangerous ones

We need to stop coddling our children. While it might make us feel better as parents, it’s definitely not doing them any favours Macleans [http://www.macleans.ca/society/kids-should-take-risks-even-dangerous-ones/]

City to fund bid to host national science fair

Council voted, during their regular meeting on Monday, to fund a bid by the University of Lethbridge to host the 2020 Canada-Wide Science Fair in the amount of $160,000 Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2018/04/18/city-to-fund-bid-to-host-national-science-fair/]

Horn women welcome additions

The University of Lethbridge Pronghorns women’s hockey team has added a pair of players from the Alberta Female Hockey League Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/sports/lethbridge-sports/2018/04/18/horn-women-welcome-additions/]

Colour Fun Run draws a crowd

The annual 5K Colour Fun Run was held at the University of Lethbridge Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2018/04/16/colour-fun-run-draws-a-crowd/]