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Piikani House welcoming students home

After more than a year of work, Piikani House is ready to welcome students once again with a new look and feel. Part of the renovation included a new barbeque patio which will be available for students to enjoy in all six Aperture Park residences. The patio project, jointly funded

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U of L welcomes new and returning students

The University of Lethbridge welcomes all students to campus as it gears up for the start of the fall semester as classes resume on Wednesday, Sept. 6. “We look forward to welcoming students to the University, whether they are new or returning students,” says Kathleen Massey, vice-president (students). “The start

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U of L and Red Crow College to launch Niitsitapi Teacher Education Program next fall

The Faculty of Education at the University of Lethbridge, in partnership with Red Crow Community College, is pleased to offer the Niitsitapi Teacher Education Program, beginning in the fall of 2018. “We look forward to working with the U of L on the Niitsitapi Teacher Education Program,” says Roy Weasel

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Latest Kevin recipient a long-time University supporter

Known for his bright smile and infectious blue and gold spirit, long-time U of L faculty member Dr. Dennis Connolly (LLD ’17) and long-time Supporting Our Students supporter is the latest recipient of SOS’s Kevin Award. “The Kevin Award was created for the SOS committee by Kevin Sehn in

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University mourns passing of women's rugby coach Ric Suggitt

It is with great shock and a heavy heart that Pronghorn Athletics and the University of Lethbridge inform the campus community of the sudden passing of Pronghorns Women's Rugby Coach Ric Suggitt. He passed with his family by his side early Tuesday morning. Ric, or Sluggo, as he

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U of L names new director for Iikaisskini FNMI Gathering Place

The University of Lethbridge is pleased to announce that Roy Pogorzelski has been appointed director for the Iikaisskini (Low Horn) FNMI Gathering Place, established in 2014 to be a welcoming place where appreciation and respect for First Nations, Métis and Inuit heritage is fostered. “We are very excited to welcome

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Dr. Ed Jurkowski reappointed as Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts

The University of Lethbridge Board of Governors has approved the reappointment of Dr. Ed Jurkowski as the University’s Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts. Jurkowski will begin his second term as dean starting July 1, 2018. Provost and Vice-President Academic Dr. Andy Hakin says Jurkowski’s experience as

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Dr. Helen Kelley reappointed as Associate Dean of School of Graduate Studies

The University of Lethbridge is excited to announce the reappointment of Dr. Helen Kelley (BMgt ’93, MSc ’94, PhD ’01) as Associate Dean of the School of Graduate Studies for an additional three-and-a-half-year term effective January 1, 2018. Kelley has served in the role of Associate Dean since 2015, and

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Dr. Craig Cooper reappointed as Dean of the Faculty of Arts & Science

The University of Lethbridge is pleased to announce the reappointment of Dr. Craig Cooper as Dean of the Faculty of Arts & Science for a five-year term effective July 1, 2018. Cooper has served as Dean since being originally appointed in July 2013 and distinguished himself as a key leader

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U of L signs MOU with Chandigarh University in India

The University of Lethbridge has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Chandigarh University in India, which aims to capitalize on collaborative opportunities. U of L Provost and Vice-President (Academic) Andy Hakin and Dr. Rajinder Singh Bawa, the Vice-Chancellor of Chandigarh University, signed the agreement at the U of L

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New scholarship honours founding faculty members of the Faculty of Education

Back in 1967, the founding faculty members of the University of Lethbridge’s Faculty of Education were probably too busy establishing the program to imagine what the next 50 years might bring. Today’s faculty members know those early efforts have led to an education program that is nationally renowned

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History professor Dr. Janay Nugent appointed a Board of Governors Teaching Chair

A true lover of education who is passionate about helping her students realize the value of education, Dr. Janay Nugent (history) has been appointed a University of Lethbridge Board of Governors Teaching Chair. Known for creating a class environment where students feel encouraged and safe to explore new ideas and

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Keeping students first earns Dr. Jennifer Mather a Distinguished Teaching Award

For Dr. Jennifer Mather, being a great teacher is also about learning. She has dedicated herself to learning the craft of teaching since joining the University of Lethbridge as a psychology professor in 1985. Her commitment to students has helped prepare them for lifelong learning and sent them into the

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Long-time supporter continues commitment to University

As the University of Lethbridge celebrates its 50th year, one long-time supporter continues to show strong commitment to the institution. [http://www.destinationproject.ca/files/2017/05/uahll-construction.jpg] University Hall being constructed. PCL Construction Management Ltd. may be a new name on campus to some, but the company is

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Computer scientist who has increased the number of women in computing and mathematics to receive honorary degree

The University of Lethbridge is pleased to announce that Dr. Maria Klawe, president of California’s Harvey Mudd College, will receive an honorary degree at the 2017 Spring Convocation ceremonies. Klawe is a theoretical computer scientist from Edmonton whose career has been marked by research into the gender issues in

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Honorary degree recipient has been with the U of L from the start

The University of Lethbridge is pleased to announce that Dr. Dennis Connolly, a mathematics professor since 1967, will receive an honorary degree at the 2017 Spring Convocation ceremonies. “During the U of L’s 50th anniversary year, we are doubly proud to award Dennis Connolly an honorary degree during his

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Use caution as rattlesnakes begin to emerge from dens

The University of Lethbridge is built into the coulee slopes along the Oldman River, an area that’s also habitat for the prairie rattlesnake. Rattlesnakes are periodically seen on campus during the spring, summer and fall months as they travel in search of food. This fall, the rattlesnakes will migrate

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University’s Industry Liaison Office can help get an idea off the ground

The process of taking an invention from the lab to the marketplace can be long and consist of more than a few twists and turns. Scientists at the University of Lethbridge who have the expertise to research and develop a novel idea or product may need coaching and support to

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University appoints Kathleen Massey as new Associate Vice-President (Students)

The University of Lethbridge Board of Governors has approved the appointment of Kathleen Massey as Associate Vice-President (Students). Massey is currently the Registrar and Executive Director, Enrolment Services at McGill University, a position she has held since 2007. She previously held posts at the University of Calgary, Centennial College and

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Board of Governors Research Chairs revealed

The University of Lethbridge Board of Governors appointed or reappointed seven Board of Governors Research Chairs at its regular meeting. The Board of Governors Research Chair program acknowledges the research accomplishments of University faculty members. “We’re proud to recognize these researchers for their consistently excellent work and the contributions

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Collaboration of sight and sound brings together fine arts faculty from different disciplines

University of Lethbridge Art faculty member Annie Martin found a renewed passion for history and music through a fortuitous collaboration with Dr. Janet Youngdahl of the University of Lethbridge Department of Music. The result of years of research and creative collaboration came together in adoration, open at the Southern Alberta

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U of L establishes School of Liberal Education

Solving complex problems facing the world today takes the expertise of professionals who can think critically and broadly. The Ebola outbreak of 2014-2015, for example, came under control with the involvement of not only doctors and nurses, but also scientists, researchers, developers, policy makers and an anthropologist who knew cultural

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University of Lethbridge supportive of federal panel report on strengthening Canadian research

University of Lethbridge President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Mike Mahon supports the recommendations of a panel appointed by Minister of Science Kirsty Duncan in its recently released report, Investing in Canada’s Future: Strengthening the Foundations of Canadian Research. “The report makes a number of critical recommendations, including increasing funding over

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Millman leads the way as Horns hand out year-end athletic awards

Pronghorn Athletics hosted its 50th annual Blue and Gold Banquet Friday night to honour the outstanding athletes in athletic performance and academic achievement. Over 300 athletes, administrators and special guests were in attendance for the awards ceremony at the Lethbridge Lodge. Fifth-year track and field athlete Peter Millman was the

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Anniversary gift to help create a more ecologically friendly campus

For more than 30 years, Dr. Jennifer Mather has called the University of Lethbridge her workplace home. She’s rather fond of the place and wanted to mark the U of L’s 50th birthday with a special gift. Mather says she’s been thinking about campus ecology for a