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Alumnus Manwar Khan continues to empower people to put a halt to bullying and violence

Edmonton-based activist and University of Lethbridge alumnus Manwar Khan (BSc ’07), a father of twins, is holding a Candlelight Vigil in Edmonton at the Alberta Legislature Building Steps as he continues to campaign across the province against bullying and violence. “We will be gathering in front of the Legislature to

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Amazing alumni adventures come to an end

Lethbridge’s own Julie (Greidanus) Taylor (BA ’05) and Lowell Taylor (BFA ’04) have stepped foot on the final pit stop mat for the last time. The husband and wife team and parents of two were the fifth team eliminated from CTV’s The Amazing Race Canada last week. Speaking

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Steacy's connection to Pronghorns everlasting

He last competed for the University of Lethbridge seven years ago, and yet when it came time for Jim Steacy to announce his retirement from athletics, there was no question as to where the event would take place. “This is my second home. Outside of my actual house, this is

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Overcoming challenges and embracing adventure; Amazing alumni

Lethbridge couple Julie (Greidanus) Taylor (BA ’05) and Lowell Taylor (BFA ’04) say their alma mater gave them more than just a liberal arts education, it also gave them the critical thinking skills for their next great adventure. The adrenaline-seeking duo are on the journey of a lifetime as they

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Perseverance pays off for Patel

When Priscilla Patel first came to the city in 2009 to begin her studies at the University of Lethbridge, she saw land, lots of land, in fact, more land than buildings. And the buildings — most of them single-storey, were so unlike the highrises in her native Malaysia. The bustling neighbourhoods

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Success built on relationships and trust

To be recognized by Wealth Professional Magazine as one of Canada’s best financial advisors even once is an impressive accomplishment, but Lyle Rouleau (BMgt ’89) has done it three times. As First Vice-President with CIBC Wood Gundy’s Rouleau Investment Group in Edmonton, Rouleau has made Wealth Professional’s

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Alumni Association announces its 2016 award winners

The University of Lethbridge Alumni Association is proud to recognize a diverse and accomplished group of alumni as its 2016 Alumni Honour Society inductees, the Distinguished Alumnus of the Year and the Young Alumnus Achievement Award winner. “The alumni we are honouring are shining examples of what it means to

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Nursing educator honoured for her contribution to the field

Dr. Jean Harrowing (BASC ’78) is one of 100 nurses to receive a Centennial Award from the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta as the organization celebrates its 100th year. “I was quite surprised — it means a lot that my colleagues would even think to nominate me,” says Harrowing. “Nursing

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Danielle Tait to receive inaugural Young Alumnus Achievement Award

In the six short years since she graduated with a Bachelor of Management, Danielle Tait’s (BMgt ’10) career has been marked by significant achievements at a world-class art gallery. First hired as special events coordinator in 2008, she worked her way through a variety of positions to become associate

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Wort Hannam eager to help University celebrate anniversary through song

For John Wort Hannam (BA/BEd ’96), writing a song for the University of Lethbridge’s 50th anniversary is a process not unlike that of a miner panning for gold. He’s been sifting through the University Archives, looking at photos and reading old issues of The Meliorist. Words or

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Calgary Alumni & Friends Dinner to feature Marc-André Bernier

It was only fitting that Marc-André Bernier, his team and their partners, Canadian modern-day explorers, would finally solve one of the greatest secrets of Canadian history – and breathe new life into the story of the long-lost Franklin Expedition. The expedition has long been a part of Canadian lore but its

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Varzari proud to represent University as one of our own

Janice Varzari (BN ’90, MEd ’02) has connections that run deep to the University of Lethbridge, spanning nearly as long as the history of the institution itself. As a student with the Galt School of Nursing, she and several colleagues took a course at the U of L in 1970

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Wendy Sloboda - the dinosaur hunter

Dinosaurs no longer walk the Earth, but they still run wild in many people’s imaginations. Dinosaur-themed toys and children’s books are seemingly ever popular and the dinosaurs in Jurassic World roared to the top of the global box office this summer. Having spent more than 30 years hunting

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Wolf Child sees knowledge as a gift that should be passed on

When Eddie Wolf Child (BA ’14, BEd ’15) took a position as educational assistant (EA) in the Siksika school, he discovered a gift. “I knew where I wanted to be,” he says. “It was teaching.” Wolf Child chose the University of Lethbridge Faculty of Education because of its reputation. From

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The epic behind the Epic

The ship is made of found materials. Built from the ground up, it was designed to be a working musical instrument. The performers walk onto the stage and the set of The Hudson’s Bay Epic comes alive. Telling the story of the 1611 mutiny against Henry Hudson, this theatrical

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Distinguished alumnus Staniland at the forefront of Canadian music world

Renowned as a rising star in both the worlds of music and academia, University of Lethbridge alumnus Dr. Andrew Staniland (BMus ’00) is the University of Lethbridge Alumni Association’s 2015 Distinguished Alumnus of the Year. “In my experience love and passion for creativity are totally contagious, as is the

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Renowned composer, educator Dr. Andrew Staniland named 2015 Distinguished Alumnus of the Year

Renowned as a rising star in both the worlds of music and academia, University of Lethbridge alumnus Dr. Andrew Staniland (BMus ’00) has been named the University of Lethbridge Alumni Association’s 2015 Distinguished Alumnus of the Year. “We’re thrilled to be able to recognize the impact that Andrew

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Alumnus Khan to lead Edmonton rally against bullying and violence

Edmonton-based activist and University of Lethbridge alumnus Manwar Khan (BSc ’07), a father of twins, is holding a Candlelight Vigil Saturday, September 26, 2015 in Edmonton at the Alberta Legislature steps as he continues to campaign across the province against bullying and violence. "We will be gathering in front

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New media alumnus Sitter making inroads to music industry

New Media rocks! Jarett Sitter (BFA ’07) has spent the last eight years building a portfolio of stellar artwork and animation that can be found across Canada’s music scene. From Nickelback to Mother Mother, this alumnus has found a way to use his University of Lethbridge new media degree

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Alumnus Khan continues to crusade against bullying and violence

Edmonton-based activist and University of Lethbridge alumnus Manwar Khan (BSc ’07), a father of twins, is holding a rally in Calgary at the Calgary City Hall as he continues to campaign across the province against bullying and violence. “We will be gathering in front of City Hall to show our

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U of L alum heads up ozone measurement program in New Zealand

Dr. Richard Querel (MSc ’08, PhD ’10) has his eyes on the skies, but these are not ordinary skies. To get the best atmospheric measurements, the skies need to be unpolluted and that’s why he lives and works in one of the most remote locations on the planet. Querel,

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On her own terms

When Wendy C. Fox (BASc (BA) ’71) was 19, she had plans to backpack around Europe with a group of friends. She’d just finished her first year at the University of Lethbridge, and had managed to save enough money for the trip. One by one though, Fox’s travel

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International student fulfils goal at U of L's Calgary campus

As May came to an end, the University of Lethbridge celebrated the achievements of 1,402 students who graduated at the Spring 2015 Convocation and set out to begin the next chapter of their lives. International student Maaike van Gogh (BMgt ’15) was one of those students. Although Calgary – and

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University announces distinguished group of inductees for Alumni Honour Society

The University of Lethbridge Alumni Association is pleased to announce its 2015 Alumni Honour Society inductees. A total of five distinguished alumni are being inducted this year, representing the fine arts, architecture, nursing education, public service and athletics. Introduced in honour of the University’s 35th Anniversary in 2002, the

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Cupcake campaign delivers treats to residence students

The recipe to give students a sweet treat at a time when they are finishing papers and preparing for final exams involves some 112 bricks of butter, 13 cups of vanilla, 144 cups of flour and enough stamina to bake and frost 1,000 cupcakes. Now in its fourth year,