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AGILITY Idea Shop a space for innovation, collaboration

The AGILITY Idea Shop was officially unveiled recently at the University of Lethbridge, the latest in a series of innovation zones being put into place across campus. "The Idea Shop is open to all majors and is a space that students can use for collaborating on new ideas, getting

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/]

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]

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/]

Second annual agribusiness case competition draws a dozen teams

Second annual agribusiness case competition draws a dozen teams

Word has spread about the Cor Van Raay Agribusiness Case Competition co-hosted by Lethbridge College and the University of Lethbridge. This year, 54 post-secondary students registered to participate in the two-day event Friday and Saturday. Now in its second year, the 12 teams taking part include one each from Medicine

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/]

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]

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]

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/]

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/]

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

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/]

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/]

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/]

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/]

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

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]

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/]

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]

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/]

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]

AGILITY program and Faculty of Management receive major RBC gift in support of innovation, entrepreneurship

AGILITY program and Faculty of Management receive major RBC gift in support of innovation, entrepreneurship

Innovation in family and small business in southern Alberta received a major boost today as RBC pledged $750,000 to the University of Lethbridge’s AGILITY program and the Faculty of Management. The gift specifically supports programs and initiatives within a new family business and small business stream of AGILITY,

Shred street set to thrill

Shred street set to thrill

Halloween on campus will be filled with the screams of unwilling personal details suffering a quick but gruesome end. Information Technology Services is inviting students, staff and faculty, and the wider community to come and shred their unwanted personal information by hosting Nightmare on Shred Street. Records and Information Manager,

Boots on the ground; Destination Project powers ahead

Boots on the ground; Destination Project powers ahead

As the winter months quickly approach, work on the Destination Project is far from slowing down. University President, Dr. Mike Mahon, recently toured the construction site and says the progress is remarkable. “I toured the site in early September and in that short amount of time it has undergone incredible

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]