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University of Lethbridge Constructs Destination Project

A look at the construction of the new Science and Academic Building Tradeline [https://www.tradelineinc.com/news/2018-4/university-lethbridge-constructs-destination-project]

Annual Red Deer College conferences this weekend in Red Deer

Dr. Ute Wieden-Kothe is the keynote speaker at the annual Agora Undergraduate Conference and the RDC Student Science Conference Red Deer Advocate [https://www.reddeeradvocate.com/news/annual-red-deer-college-conferences-this-weekend-in-red-deer/]

From the pitch to the bobsled track

Former Pronghorn soccer player Kori Hol now pursuing Olympic dream through bobsled Richmond News [http://www.richmond-news.com/sports/from-the-pitch-to-the-bobsled-track-1.23244867]

Millennials are more likely to believe in an afterlife than are older generations

Dr. Reg Bibby says Canadian millennials are vastly more likely to believe in an afterlife than are older generations National Post [http://nationalpost.com/news/canada/millennials-do-you-believe-in-life-after-life]

Principal appointed for new Okotoks school

U of L alumna Rebecca Forchuk appointed principal for the new K- 9 school being built in Okotoks Okotoks Online [https://okotoksonline.com/local/principal-appointed-for-new-okotoks-school]

The game of their lives

A look at the inventive chess program for troubled youth study from the U of L's Dr. Lance Grigg Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2018/04/02/the-game-of-their-lives/]

Local hockey products affected by testicular cancer raising awareness through Half Sack Sports

Former Pronghorns come together to support fallen teammate in battle against cancer Lethbridge News Now [http://lethbridgenewsnow.com/article/598121/local-hockey-products-affected-testicular-cancer-raising-awareness-through-half-sack]

Identification and management of cutworms made easy

U of L plays role in five-year project conducted across the Prairies resulting in the development of better identification tools, and a better understanding of cutworm biology Top Crop [https://www.topcropmanager.com/insect-pests/importance-of-identification-21155]

Family unit is on solid ground

According to Dr. Susan McDaniel, while families have become more diverse, the family unit is still an essential cornerstone of Canadian life Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2018/04/02/family-unit-is-on-solid-ground/]

U of L behind mental-health study

The University of Lethbridge is conducting a new study to help provide better options for families in the future Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2018/04/03/u-of-l-behind-mental-health-study/]

Council to hear appeal for Science Fair

In a presentation to city council, U of L youth outreach director Valerie Archibald will ask for $160,000 Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2018/04/03/council-to-hear-appeal-for-science-fair/]

U of L students vote for ‘UPASS’

With 47 per cent of the eligible students voting, election officials reported Thursday that 1,968 students voted in favour while 1,052 were opposed Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2018/03/30/u-of-l-students-vote-for-upass/]

University medical researchers bolstered by addition of Demeler

Medical researchers at the University of Lethbridge will soon be joined by one of the world’s top biophysics scientists Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2018/04/03/university-medical-researchers-bolstered-by-addition-of-demeler/]

Two U of L students win significant history awards

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Two U of L students win significant history awards

For their part in illuminating aspects of Canadian history, Ashley Henrickson and Danica Renke, two University of Lethbridge master’s students, have won 2017 Government of Canada History Awards worth $2,000 each. The awards honour the exceptional work of university students studying history, for the significance of their research

World-leading research scientist recruited through Canada 150 Research Chairs program

World-leading research scientist recruited through Canada 150 Research Chairs program

One of the world’s leading biophysics scientists is coming to the University of Lethbridge as part of the Canada 150 Research Chairs program. Dr. Borries Demeler, a world-renowned expert on analytical ultracentrifugation (AUC), is one of 24 scientists receiving funding under the Canada 150 Research Chairs program. The Federal

Nelson Neptunes add two new coaches

Faculty of Education student and Pronghorn swimmer Jacob Verhesen is one of two new swim coaches for the local Nelson club Nelson Star [https://www.nelsonstar.com/sports/nelson-neptunes-add-two-new-coaches/]

What does a pluralistic campus look like?

Dr. Reg Bibby will deliver the keynote address at Pluralism and Religious Diversity Week UCalgary News [https://www.ucalgary.ca/utoday/issue/2018-03-07/what-does-pluralistic-campus-look]

Piano workshop benefits teachers, students

The University of Lethbridge Conservatory of Music and the Lethbridge Registered Music Teachers recently collaborated on an event for piano teachers and students in the community Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2018/03/23/piano-workshop-benefits-teachers-students/]

Pronghorns recruits will bolster program

The Horns women's soccer program unveiled the signings of eight new recruits for the 2018 Canada West season Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/sports/lethbridge-sports/2018/03/22/pronghorns-recruits-will-bolster-program/]

Young scientists’ work on display at Sci-Fusion

Over a hundred kids took part in this year’s Science Olympics and there were 75 projects for the public to view at the University of Lethbridge’s 1st Choice Savings Centre Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2018/03/25/young-scientists-work-on-display-at-sci-fusion/]

Universities must present a united front against rising journal costs, research librarians say

Librarian Nicole Eva says scholars must shift away from using journal metrics as a primary way of assessing research quality and impact University Affairs [https://www.universityaffairs.ca/news/news-article/universities-must-present-united-front-rising-journal-costs-research-librarians-say/]

Selkirk College’s Reconciliation Speaker Series — Dr. Leroy Little Bear

Dr. Leroy Little Bear will speak on Indigenous worldview in education and share visions of reconciliation at Selkirk College Nelson Daily News [http://thenelsondaily.com/news/selkirk-college%E2%80%99s-reconciliation-speaker-series-%E2%80%94-dr-leroy-little-bear-47016#.WrwDHshrxm8]

Van Tighem teacher Holy Spirit nominee for Edwin Parr

Faculty of Education alumna Erica Barr, who teaches fine arts subjects at Father Leonard Van Tighem school, is one of 10 southern Alberta finalists for the Edwin Parr Award Lethbridge Herald [http://lethbridgeherald.com/news/lethbridge-news/2018/03/27/van-tighem-teacher-holy-spirit-nominee-for-edwin-parr/]

Dhillon School of Business students benefit local non-profit as part of experiential learning project

Dhillon School of Business students benefit local non-profit as part of experiential learning project

The Lethbridge Therapeutic Riding Association [https://ltra.ca/] is getting a helping hand from students at both the University of Lethbridge and Lethbridge College. The No Horsin’ Around Culinary Cook-Off is a collaborative event initiated by the Integrated Management Experience (IME) program at the University’s Dhillon School of Business

The changing face of the Canadian family

The changing face of the Canadian family

Canadian families are becoming more diverse and they’re pretty stable units overall, as shown in the sixth and latest edition of Close Relations. Authored by Dr. Susan McDaniel, a University of Lethbridge sociology professor and director of the Prentice Institute, along with Dr. Lorne Tepperman from the University of