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Sports medicine clinic to take Wellness Centre to next level

Construction is ongoing this summer on the creation of a news Sports Medicine Clinic The University of Lethbridge is poised to become a hub for the delivery of orthopedic medicine and sports medicine to the southern Alberta area. A lease agreement has been finalized that will bring Dr. Stephen Kwan

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Anderson Hall west doors closed

NEW ENTRANCE & PROHIBITED ACCESS TO CONSTRUCTION SITE WEST - PLEASE EXERCISE CAUTION AND AVOID ALL ACCESS TO THE CONSTRUCTION SITES Your attention and cooperation is greatly appreciated as the University of Lethbridge continues the parking lot redevelopment project, currently ongoing in Lots E, F and FS adjacent to Anderson

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New access to parking lots

Significant changes are coming to the University's main parking lot in order to enhance pedestrian safety and create more green space. Construction on Phase 1 of the project has seen the opening of a new access point to the University's E parking lot. Beginning this week,

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Final push for Games volunteers

The 2012 Alberta Summer Games (July 26-29) are about three weeks away, and organizers are looking to fill about 1,000 volunteer spots at sporting venues and other locations throughout the city. Nancy Walker, the University of Lethbridge's vice-president (finance and administration) is a key volunteer with the

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Parking lot work ongoing

Construction on a new entrance into Lot E from Valley Road is almost complete. Once the roadway is open work will continue on the parking areas. During this phase of construction, the existing north entrance at the lights will be closed, as well as the entire area adjacent to Anderson

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Stairwell work begins

University Hall has been undergoing extensive renovations to its fire alarm and fire compartmentalization systems since April in order to meet current Alberta Building Code requirements. While most of the work will take place in ventilation and service shafts, some work will also occur in stairwells and hallways throughout University

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Granville lecture headlines CNTA Conference

A public lecture by Andrew Granville of the University of Montreal headlines the opening of the CNTA XII conference being held at the University of Lethbridge this week. The Canadian Number Theory Association meeting is presented by the Department of Mathematics & Computer Science and invites close to 200 people

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Success follows U of L playwrights

When the 2012 University of Lethbridge Play Right Prize jury dubbed this year's submissions as some of the best yet, they weren't exaggerating. All three winners continue to be recognized for their prize-winning entries. "Playwriting is thriving on the U of L campus, and the

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McAllister named to Paralympic Games team

The University of Lethbridge can claim another Olympic athlete after Swimming Canada announced that first-year Horns swimmer Zack McAllister will be one of 24 athletes that will represent Canada at the 2012 London Paralympic Games. "We are thrilled that Zack will be a part of Canada's Paralympic

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Summer Games volunteers needed

The organizers of the 2012 Alberta Summer Games are seeking assistance to recruit volunteers. In order for the Games to reach its full complement of volunteers, they are looking for 1,900 people to help out in various capacities – and for varying time commitments prior to, and during, the Games,

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Culture Vulture visits the 1960s

Feel 'far out' making psychedelic lava lamps on Saturday, May 12 at Culture Vulture Saturday! From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the University Hall Atrium, Culture Vultures can enjoy creating groovy lava lamps using pre-cut templates and tissue paper, exploring the U of L Art

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Summer painting schedule

Each year, the Department of Building Maintenance hires students to perform the painting of classrooms, labs, hallways, classrooms and other areas requiring a fresh coat of paint. Products used in this project are environmentally friendly and safe for workers and those occupying adjacent spaces. The paint products contain no or

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Long Service & Retirement Recognition Ceremony

The University of Lethbridge is holding its annual Long Service Awards and Retirement Recognition Ceremony on Wednesday, May 9 at 1 p.m. in the Students' Union Ballrooms. A total of 103 employees, including 20 retiring employees and those who have completed 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 and

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Zoo summer hours begin

The Spring 2012 semester has come to a close and only a quiet murmur propagates through many of the campus hallways, and yet the University of Lethbridge is still a vibrant, busy place. A strong contingent of students, staff and faculty will remain busy through the summer months, and for

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Student art awards announced

As part of the annual Art Student Open House, the Department of Art in the Faculty of Fine Arts presented student awards recognizing excellence in Art History/Museum Studies and Art Studio. Awards and winners were as follows: Southern Alberta Art Gallery Award – Christina Olson, Kasia Sosnowski Students' Union

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Art Student Open House, Apr. 23-24

Once again this spring, the University of Lethbridge Department of Art opens its studios and workshops to welcome the public. On April 23-24, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, the Art Student Open House will be held. "We want people to experience the diversity and excellence

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Power outage Sunday, Apr. 8

There will be intermittent power disruptions throughout the Physical Education Building between the hours of 7 and 10 a.m. on Sunday, Apr. 8. The power disruptions will include electrical systems and lighting. Facilities personnel will be on hand to ensure circuits are de-energized and re-energized appropriately and as required.

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Book Awards handed out Mar. 19

The University will celebrate the 2012 Book Awards on Monday, Mar. 19 from 4 to 6 p.m. in Andy's Place (AH100). This is your opportunity to celebrate the achievements of your colleagues. A wine and appetizer reception will follow the formal portion of the event. Following is

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Business case competition on campus

The brightest minds in business will be coming to Lethbridge's two post-secondary institutions this weekend to discuss the future of business education and solve some real world problems. Lethbridge College is co-hosting the seventh annual Alberta Deans of Business Case Competition with the University of Lethbridge Faculty of

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TheatreXtra delves into infidelity

When a prodigious young film producer and screenwriter casts his wife and his best friend as lovers in his new film, and their on-screen intimacy spills over into real-life, he has to wonder: did he unwittingly tap into a pre-existing affair, or did he write it into existence? TheatreXtra'

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Learning the truth about heart disease

By SUZANNE MCINTOSH Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women in Canada and the United States. The various forms of heart disease include coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, heart failure and heart attacks. Heart disease accounts for 35,000 deaths per year among women in

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Project turns on

Located on the 11th floor of the University Library, Project Channel is the U of L Art Gallery's satellite space to provide access to a range of local, national and international video art. "For decades, artists have used the low cost possibilities of video to experiment with

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Malinsky returns to familiar setting

Supervisor, Access Service is a new position in the University of Lethbridge Library [../../../../../../../library], but the person occupying it is not new to the U of L at all. Jesse Malinsky (BA '98) assumed the role in August and is proud to return to his alma mater. "To

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Possible worlds a fantastic ride

Part murder mystery, part science fiction and part mathematical theory, TheatreXtra's presentation of Possible Worlds by Canadian author, playwright and mathematician, John Mighton, takes audiences on a trip through space and time. Playing nightly at 8 p.m. in the David Spinks Theatre from Jan. 26-28 (with a

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Students lining up for job fair

Since 2003, the Faculty of Education's [http://www.uleth.ca/education] well-deserved reputation for quality and ability to shape teachers of excellence has drawn more than 30 school boards or educational organizations to its annual Teacher Job Fair. This year, the Teacher Job Fair takes place on Wednesday,