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Epp presents Life's A Dream

The curtain rises on a Daliesque dreamscape; the setting for Pedro Calderon de la Barca's Life's a Dream at the University Theatre Mar. 23 to 27 at 8 p.m. nightly. This resplendent classic transports the audience back in time to a fictional Poland, unraveling a

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Glory and Grandeur

Celebrate the glory and the grandeur of magnificent wind band music with the U of L Wind Orchestra [http://www.uleth.ca/finearts/about/ensembles-music/university-lethbridge-wind-orchestra] , Friday, Mar. 26 at 8 p.m. in Southminster United Church. "Our feature piece provides the title of our concert," says director

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McCormick brings Semiotica to Christou

Student intern Emily McCormick is trying her hand at curating, creating the Semiotica exhibition for the Helen Christou Gallery. "My experience as an Art History/Museum Studies major at the University of Lethbridge has been filled with numerous opportunities," says McCormick. "I've worked at the

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All in fun

The University Day Care was officially opened Feb. 25. Located opposite to the Siksika House Townhome Residence complex, in Aperture Park, the $2 million facility has space for 54 children, a large and secure outdoor play area and is located near to the University residences, green space and other campus

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Portion size, activity keys to weight loss

Weight loss is complex, but two key factors for successful weight loss strategies are correct portion size and physical activity. Food portions have increased considerably over the past 30 years. Couple a portion size increase with a decrease in activity levels and it's no wonder Canadians are struggling

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New service better addresses health issues

The University of Lethbridge has recently signed up with Occupational Injury Service (OIS), a new service for staff and faculty who experience a work related injury or illness. The OIS program aligns with medical clinics that provide timely and appropriate medical care and disability management services specifically for occupational injuries,

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Spelling things out

'Protocol' was the winning word for Adrienne Gomes, a grade eight student at Gilbert Paterson school and the winner of the 2010 Canwest Canspell Spelling Bee, which took place at the U of L on Saturday, Feb. 13. Here, Gomes (front row, left) and runner-up Willow Hordos-Goyer, of

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Peer Referral connecting with students

If you're looking for real answers, isn't it best to ask someone who's already been through the situation before you? Such is the premise of Peer Referral, a service provided by the Arts & Science Advising Office that is run by students for students.

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Switching out

The technology that powers the switching systems in the elevators that serve University Hall will take a big leap forward beginning in late March. 1960s vintage switches and that controls elevator movements from floor to floor will be replaced with electronic circuit boards, among other upgrades. In this photo, Rick

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Tape your farewell message

The University of Lethbridge will be saying farewell to President Bill Cade in June when he steps aside after 10 years in office. Now is your opportunity to tape a personal farewell message for president Cade. Beginning Thursday, Mar. 4 and for three successive Thursday afternoons, video booths will be

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A family of support

Only once did Priscilla Patel look over her shoulder and wonder if she'd done the right thing. It was then that she relied upon her father's reassurance to settle her fears. Now, one semester later, Patel still looks to her father for guidance but fear has

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Homer-Dixon on campus for two sessions

Thomas Homer-Dixon, one of Canada's most important academics, will deliver a keynote speech entitled Twin Peaks: Peak Oil, Climate Change and the Future of a Generation, Thursday, Feb. 25, 7 p.m. in PE250 as part of Peak Week, presented by the University of Lethbridge Students' Union

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Day Care opening celebrated

The University of Lethbridge will celebrate the official opening of the University Day Care Thursday morning, 11 a.m. in the brand new facility. Located opposite to the Siksika House Townhome Residence complex, in Aperture Park, the $2 million facility has space for 54 children, a large and secure outdoor

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Boudreau talks stress

Are You Burned Out? Join Dr. Bob Boudreau and Wellness Office staff over the lunch hour on Wednesday, Feb. 24 to take a burnout test and assess your level of burnout. Boudreau is an expert on occupational stress, and has been recently working with people in health-care settings. This Wellness

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Tanabe captures essence of landscape

Takao Tanabe is one of the many outstanding artists featured in the University of Lethbridge's renowned Art Gallery [http://www.uleth.ca/artgallery/]. The Gallery, located behind the Sorel Etrog Moses sculpture in the Centre for Fine Arts on level 6, houses one of the finest art collections

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Final Dean of Management public presentation

The final public candidate presentation for the Dean of Management position is set for Monday, Feb. 22 at 3:30 p.m. in W646. Dr. Cynthia Simmons, Associate Dean, Haskayne School of Business, University of Calgary, will present to a public audience this afternoon. Her one-hour talk is the last

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Peak Week examined by ULSU

Peak Oil is the point in time when the rate of oil production reaches its highest level and begins an immutable reduction. There is wide speculation surrounding whether this event has already happened or how far into the future it can be expected to happen. Peak Oil and related issues

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Michael Nolan to be revealed

A free lunch coupled with the opportunity to learn the answer to a riddle is the perfect way to open the spring semester at the University of Lethbridge. Vice-President (Finance and Administration) Nancy Walker presents her annual Winter Blues Barbecue Monday, Feb. 22 at noon in the Atrium. Not only

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Spots open for Paris Study Trip

For the past several years, the U of L Faculty of Fine Arts has offered students a journey of enlightenment and discovery - a chance to explore the art treasures of Paris with an art historian as your tour guide. This three-credit course is open to students from all areas

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Finding a way to keep the winter blahs at bay

By SUZANNE MCINTOSH It's February, and I am finding it hard to keep the winter blahs away. The next few months are my least favorite because it seems like we have had winter (especially this year!) forever, and we are still too far away from spring to be

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Provincial budget implications

PROVINCIAL BUDGET IMPACT ON THE UNIVERSITY OF LETHBRIDGE (U of L) February 11, 2010 The Provincial budget was announced on February 9, 2010. Senior Administration at the University have begun having conversations with Advanced Education & Technology (AET) officials to determine the specific implications the Provincial budget will have on

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Dean of Management presentation

The second of three public candidate presentations for the Dean of Management position is set for Wednesday, Feb. 10 at 3:30 p.m. in W646. Dr. Bernadette (Bernie) Schell, Professor, University of Ontario Institute of Technology and President's Advisor on Cybercrime will present to a public audience

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Climate Cover-Up on campus tonight

Scientists are often so focussed on measuring the evidence required to determine how things work that they either forget or do not have time for the needs of public education, and the directions the nation will take in applying the knowledge gained by science. James Hoggan and Richard Littlemore have

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Culture Vulture celebrates the heart

Families, students and art enthusiasts are invited to swoop in to the U of L Art Gallery [http://www.uleth.ca/artgallery/] for Culture Vulture Saturday on Feb. 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. "This Culture Vulture Saturday is presented in conjunction with our current exhibit,

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Workshop takes on challenge

Riveting drama and shattering poignancy mark the operatic offering, The Dialogue of the Carmelites, Feb. 26-27 in the University Theatre. "This riveting dramatic work is a huge undertaking for student singers – professionals tremble at the prospect of this opera," says Dr. Blaine Hendsbee, Opera Workshop director. "That