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HR welcomes new team members

The University of Lethbridge's Human Resources Department is pleased to welcome Karen Mahar and Linda Van der Velde to their new positions. Karen Mahar assumes the role of Co-ordinator, Privacy Office & Policy Analyst. She will work in conjunction with Rita Law on FOIPP related issues. Karen can

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Empowering youth, fulfilling a vision

Brin d'Amor, a tranquil and inspiring setting in Costa Rica, is where Andrew Hewitt (BMgt '05) will fulfil his vision of empowering a critical mass of exceptional young leaders who will play a significant role in the future of business. "This is where I hope the

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Library is into pop fiction

Soon, you'll be able to get more than just academic reads at the University Library [https://www.uleth.ca/lib/]. The library is planning to set up a leisure reading section on level 10, purchasing a selection of best-selling fiction books that will be displayed on a revolving

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Rattlesnake Awareness Information Session, Thursday, Aug. 4

Rattlesnakes have been found on campus recently and are common in the coulees. On Thursday, Aug. 4, Reg Ernst, a wildlife biologist under contract to the City of Lethbridge, will be on campus to talk to employees and interested members of the public about what you should -- and shouldn&

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Campus Critter Alert -- Aggressive Coyotes and Wild Dogs

Campus security has received reports of aggressive coyotes and wild dogs on campus from people walking their dogs on the north campus property near the IUNCTUS satellite dome. Please be vigilant and report all sightings to Campus Security immediately at (403) 329-2345. Coyotes/wild dogs should not be approached, and

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Parking lot construction at north entrance

Some short term pain will result in long term gain for visitors to the University of Lethbridge. Construction to improve the parking lot on level 6 at the north end of University Hall is scheduled to begin Monday, July 18, thereby restricting access to the north entrance to construction traffic

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A mature path to education

Not every university education begins after high school. There are many ways to achieve a post-secondary degree and the University of Lethbridge is home to a variety of mature students pursuing their educational goals across all disciplines. "I may not have been able to attend university straight out of

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Fresh Fest seeks volunteers

The University of Lethbridge Students' Union is looking for volunteers to help with Fresh Fest 2011, the annual kick-off to the fall semester. A variety of positions are available, including everything from student leaders to marketers and promoters to the arts and crafts team and beer servers. The three-day

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Internet speeds get Cybera boost

University of Lethbridge students and staff are enjoying a faster delivery of Internet content on campus, thanks to Cybera [http://www.cybera.ca]'s transit exchange service. The transit exchange provides a connection to the Seattle Internet Exchange [http://www.seattleix.net/] (SIX), which links to major Internet sites

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E-mail server upgrade may affect you

The University of Lethbridge is in the process of upgrading its e-mail server for staff and faculty, which may mean users changing their account settings in order to send or receive e-mails. Information Technology is moving the name webexchange.uleth.ca from the Exchange 2003 server to the Exchange 2010

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Mail service halted, options available

Getting mail in and out of the University of Lethbridge became a little more difficult on Wednesday in the wake of a general suspension of service by Canada Post. On Thursday, June 2, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) began a series of rotating strike activities across the country.

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Final Culture Vulture event June 11

Culture Vultures learn the art of the double take by experimenting with their own optical illusions during Welcome to the Optical Jungle, the final Culture Vulture event of the season, Saturday, June 11. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the U of L Atrium, artists of all

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How to beat the fast food frenzy

By DIANE BRITTON If you're eating fast food more than a couple times a month, boost your nutrition with these tips to beat the fast food frenzy. Bank on Breakfast No matter how little time you have in the morning, always eat breakfast. Even if it isn'

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Library concludes LibQual+ survey

The University Library [http://www.uleth.ca/lib/] completed another successful library quality survey, LibQual+, recently. The survey ran from Feb. 28 to Mar. 18 and elicited responses from a representative sample of the University population, including faculty members and both undergraduate and graduate students. The library received a very

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Proper snacking controls weight

By DIANE BRITTON Do snack attacks hit you when you're least prepared? If you skip breakfast and other meals or snacks throughout the day, eventually the munchies will catch up with you. Here are some healthy ideas for eating on the run that will help control the snack

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Cybera deal gives U of L Internet service a boost

University of Lethbridge students and staff are enjoying a faster delivery of Internet content on campus, thanks to a new connection to Cybera's transit exchange service. The transit exchange provides a connection to the Seattle Internet Exchange (SIX), which links to major Internet sites like Google, Microsoft and

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Art Department student awards announced

As part of its annual Art Studio Open House in April, the Art Department [http://www.uleth.ca/finearts/art]handed out its annual student awards. Students receiving awards were as follows. Jennifer Vanderfluit – Excellence in Art History/Museum Studies Award Chad Patterson & Tyler Stewart – Art History/Museum Studies

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Honouring long service

The University held its annual Long Service Awards and Retirement Recognition Ceremony recently, honouring 116 employees who have completed 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, and 40 years of service. A total of 23 retiring employees were also honoured. Following is a list of honoured employees. RETIREES Art Aitken, Dayna

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ULSU honours faculty members

This year the University of Lethbridge Students' Union (ULSU [http://www.ulsu.ca]) began what promises to be a tradition of honouring professors, sessional staff and lab instructors by creating the ULSU Teaching Excellence Awards. The idea behind the awards was that the ULSU wanted to provide students with

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Fast food frenzy

If you're eating fast food more than a couple times a month, boost your nutrition with these tips to beat the fast food frenzy. Bank on Breakfast No matter how little time you have in the morning, always eat breakfast. Even if it isn't the ideal

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Culture Vulture concludes season

Culture Vultures learn the art of the double take by experimenting with their own optical illusions during Welcome to the Optical Jungle, the final Culture Vulture event of the season, Saturday, June 11. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the U of L Atrium, artists of all

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University welcomes senior managers

The University of Lethbridge is pleased to welcome Elaine Carlson and Chris Eagan to the U of L family as they assume roles on campus left by longtime senior managers Don MacDonald and Doug Parker. Carlson joins the senior administration team as the associate vice-president, Human Resources, following MacDonald, who

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Healthy snacking is possible

By DIANE BRITTON Do snack attacks hit you when you're least prepared? If you skip breakfast and other meals or snacks throughout the day, eventually the munchies will catch up with you. Here are some healthy ideas for eating on the run that will help control the snack

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Federal election forum in UHall Atrium, Wednesday

A who's who of University of Lethbridge political pundits will lead today's post-election round table discussion in the UHall Atrium. 2011 Federal Election Wrap-Up - What Actually Happened is from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the Atrium and everyone is welcome to attend. At

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Long Service Awards Wednesday

The University of Lethbridge is holding its annual Long Service Awards and Retirement Recognition Ceremony on Wednesday, May 4, beginning at 1 p.m. in the Students' Union Ballrooms. A total of 116 employees who have completed 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, and 40 years of service, and