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Syncrude Information Session, Wednesday

The Cooperative Education and Internships Program [http://www.uleth.ca/coop/fas/] is hosting an information session with representatives of Syncrude Canada [http://www.syncrude.ca/users/folder.asp] on Wednesday evening in University Hall. The Syncrude Information Session is geared towards computer science students. It offers students the opportunity

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Theatrextra opens with Lindsey Price Double Bill

The student-run TheatreXtra season kicks off Oct. 1 to 3 with a Lindsey Price Double Bill, directed by fourth-year Drama/Education student, Mark Ogle. An evening of light-hearted comedy, the Lindsey Price Double Bill features two one-act performances by playwright Lindsey Price: Anne-Arcky and Body Body. "Anne-Arcky is about

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Culture Vulture

Culture Vulture Saturdays at the U of L Art Gallery return for another art-inspired year. This hands-on program gives art-lovers of all ages the opportunity to create personalized projects and connect with the exhibitions at the Gallery. "Our first Culture Vulture program is set for Saturday, Sept. 19,"

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Sensuality kicks off Faculty Artist and Friends Series

The heat in the University Recital Hall will go up several degrees with the Faculty Artist and Friends first concert of the season, Tango~Waltz~Tango, on Oct. 3 at 8 p.m. Sizzling melodies, hot rhythms and rich instrumentation will get audience hearts pounding and toes tapping. "There&

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Sasquatch is a lady too

Strong, sexy and 10-foot tall describes the modern female Sasquatch and the subject of artist Allyson Mitchell's installation, Ladies Sasquatch, at the U of L Main Art Gallery [http://www.uleth.ca/artgallery/] from Sept. 18 through Oct. 30. Ladies Sasquatch challenges the popular perception of Big Foot&

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Season tickets available

Want to save money and enjoy excellent theatre productions? Consider getting a season ticket for the University of Lethbridge Mainstage Theatre Season. Season tickets are available at the U of L Box Office beginning Sept. 14 (12:30 to 4:30 p.m.) and save ticket holders 25 per cent

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Lasting Images - Head Shots

"Every portrait that is painted with feeling is a portrait of the artist, not of the sitter. The sitter is merely the accident, the occasion. It is not he who is revealed by the painter; it is rather the painter who, on the coloured canvas, reveals himself." -

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First-year teacher earns Parr award

Ricardo Avelar (BA/BEd '08) may have made the move from student to teacher look easy, but he's the first to admit his first year as a high school English teacher was an eye-opening experience. "The transition was huge," Avelar says. "Getting ready for

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Wellness Program looks to reduce vascular disease

The University of Lethbridge Wellness Program [http://www.uleth.ca/hum/wellness] , the Health Centre [http://www.uleth.ca/ross/health_centre/] and the Faculty of Health Sciences [http://www.uleth.ca/healthsciences/] are once again collaborating to provide a vascular screening program to staff and faculty at the U

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Finding the language of belonging

There's a language of belonging when entering an academic environment, and finding the key to unlocking that language is more difficult for some than others. Thankfully, there's a gatekeeper on hand to assist in the search. Eric Low (BA '75) mans the University's

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Boudreau facing another new challenge

You can't blame Dr. Bob Boudreau for being a Montreal Canadiens fan – as a native of Montreal, Que., he comes by his allegiance honestly. Likewise, you can't question Boudreau's loyalty to the University of Lethbridge – 26 years of service speak to that. Since first

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University community mourns passing of Senda

The University of Lethbridge community lost a respected leader and legendary supporter of judo Wednesday with the passing of Dr. Yosh Senda (LLD '89). Dr. Senda passed away at age 87. He is predeceased by daughter Mae, and is survived by his wife, Florence, daughter Dawna, sons Ronald and

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Fresh Fest reducing parking spots in Lot E

Cars must be moved by Thursday evening Fresh Fest activities at the University of Lethbridge will prompt the closure of an area of Parking Lot E this weekend. There will be a temporary reduction in the number of spaces available in Lot E (formerly known as Far West) from Friday,

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Regional watchdog

The Municipal District of Rocky View [http://www.mdrockyview.ab.ca/] virtually engulfs Calgary, covering approximately one million acres of land that stretch west toward Kananaskis country, north to the town of Crossfield and east onto the open prairie. Wetlands and water bodies in the district are many, which makes

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Latin American Film Series begins

The first Latin American Film Series screening of the Fall 2009 Semester goes Thursday night, 7 p.m. at the Lethbridge Public Library [http://www.lethbridgepubliclibrary.ca]. The Year My Parents Went on Vacation is a 2006 film directed by Brazilian filmmaker C. Hamburger. At 105 minutes in duration, this

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Internal Audit joins effort to halt spread of H1N1

The University of Lethbridge continues to prepare for the start of the Fall 2009 Semester and a big part of that preparation is protecting its students, staff and faculty from the spread of the Influenza A H1N1 virus. To that end, the U of L has dedicated a web page

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Campus Roots Garden celebration

The University of Lethbridge campus is just a little bit greener this fall, all thanks to a student initiative that not only took root, but prospered. The Campus Roots Cooperative Garden will celebrate its first successful growing season Thursday afternoon, 5 p.m. at its campus location. The garden is

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Hancock visit is full

Alberta's Minister of Education has proven to be a big draw to the University of Lethbridge audience. Scheduled to speak Monday, Sept. 14 at the U of L, his talk has drawn a full house. The free event, which features a hosted wine and cheese reception, filled up

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Heather Steacy golden at Canada Games

What did you do on your summer vacation – probably not as much as Heather Steacy. The University of Lethbridge track and field star added another accolade to her impressive resumé on Thursday, winning gold at the Canada Summer Games [http://www.2009canadagames.ca] in Charlottetown, PEI. With a furthest throw

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Hot water shutdown to affect campus

A large portion of the University of Lethbridge campus will be without hot water Thursday, Aug. 27 as maintenance will be performed on the heating system in the central plant. Domestic hot water will not be available from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the following buildings: University

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Vocal Experience at Recital Hall

The University of Lethbridge's Recital Hall will come alive with the sounds of music Saturday as the Southern Alberta Vocal Experience will conclude its two-week study program with a public performance. The Southern Alberta Vocal Experience program, conducted by the U of L's Department of Music

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Maintaining a delicate balance

To some, the concept of environmentally sustainable economic development of the Alberta oil sands is a paradox, but to Shannon Flint (BMgt '07), executive director of the Strategic Policy and Innovation Branch with the Oil Sands Environmental Management Division of Alberta Environment [http://www.environment.alberta.ca], it is

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Watch for rattlesnakes in area coulees

The University of Lethbridge's unique, natural setting is one of its finest features. On a daily basis, students, staff and faculty are treated to glimpses of the surrounding prairie wildlife. While most of the neighbouring wildlife is harmless, there are some species from which people should stay clear

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Book Buyback period at University Bookstore

It's an opportunity to help yourself while also benefiting the environment. The University of Lethbridge Bookstore is once again offering students the opportunity to recycle their books – the added incentive being that they'll receive cash for their efforts. The annual Book Buyback period runs this week,

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Wild Tales from Papokan Sculpture Park

The University of Lethbridge is well known for its unique natural environment. On Wednesday, it will serve as the setting for a cultural event hosted by the Helen Schuler Coulee Centre [http://www.lethbridge.ca/hscc] and the Galt Museum and Archives [http://www.galtmuseum.com/]. Interpreters from Helen Schuler