Community University ready for a day of play The University of Lethbridge, together with 1st Choice Savings and Credit Union, is once again taking the opportunity to help the community engage in play. After an enormously successful inaugural event, which drew thousands of children and parents, the U of L is readying to host its second annual – and
Community Insurance gift inspires young researchers It would have been a special year for former Lethbridge mayor, the late Andy Anderson (LLD '85), and his wife Rheta. Not only did the University of Lethbridge – which Andy played a key role in establishing – celebrate its 45th anniversary, 2012 also marked the inaugural presentation of the Andrew
Community Ask an advisor If getting a will seems like a daunting, confusing process, you're not alone. However, preparing your estate can be as simple as spending a short time planning and meeting with your lawyer. Kristin Ailsby-Wood (BA '96), a lawyer with Davidson & Williams Barristers and Solicitors in Lethbridge
Community Horns' alumna sees giving back as a natural act Head coach of the University of Lethbridge women's rugby team, Neil Langevin (BA/BEd '91, MEd '10), describes former player and team co-captain, Amanda Riley (nee Richardson, BMgt '10), as "a superstar whose leadership as an athlete has continued on as an alumna."
Community IRDF - Examining activism and social engagement Established by the Vice-President Research, the Interdisciplinary Research Development Fund (IRDF) is a one-time non-renewable research fund that will provide the foundation for developing the next generation of interdisciplinary concentrations of research excellence at the University of Lethbridge. The General Faculties Council Research Committee reviewed applications for IRDF funding and
Community Senate recognizes duo Lottie Austin and George Evelyn have repeatedly shown their willingness to commit personal time and resources to increasing community awareness and appreciation of the arts. Professor Emeritus in the Department of Music and recipient of the Distinguished Teaching Medal, Evelyn developed a fundraiser for the U of L Singers called
Community Neuroscience program lures MacDonald for PhD study In episode 20, PhD candidate (neuroscience) Tine MacDonald discusses why she chose to come to the University of Lethbridge. MacDonald also speaks to her involvement with the campus community and how assisting to stage events such as the Brenda Milner Lecture Series, have made her a more well-rounded individual as
Community McGeough brings archaeology to the masses Popular cinema loves to delve into the world of archaeology for fantastical storylines that tease our fascination with history and titillate our sense of discovery. But is archaeology similarly enamored with film and its portrayal of historical science? And if not, how can archaeology, and the rich historical information it
Community Mason delivers in creating percussion program Adam Mason was given carte blanche when he first came to the University of Lethbridge, as he endeavoured to put together a percussion program that would be the envy of his colleagues. In just a few short years he has been able to do just that, creating a program of
Community Droog gift establishes Chair in alternative health care The University of Lethbridge Faculty of Health Sciences [http://www.uleth.ca/healthsciences/] will broaden its research and teaching horizons in a unique research discipline with the establishment of a $2 million endowment at the University – enabled by a gift of $1 million from southern Alberta businessman Dr. Tom Droog
Community Chambers leads journey to examine ancient Inuit items The British Museum's collection of Inuinnait (Inuit) objects is part of a visual repatriation project that saw northern elders, crafts people and researchers – including the U of L's Dr. Cynthia Chambers of the Faculty of Education visit the British Museum in London, England in mid-April. In
Student Success Lamb FNMI project earns major award A University of Lethbridge Faculty of Health Sciences project is making an impact on First Nations, Métis and Inuit learning, and has been recognized with a major award. Ashoka Canada, The Counselling Foundation of Canada, The J.W. McConnell Family Foundation, Martin Aboriginal Education Initiative and partners announced a number
Community Legacy gift supports learning For the late Ida Wiens, it was a love of learning that motivated her to complete her education, drove a successful career as a teacher and inspired a gift that leaves a legacy. Growing up in rural Saskatchewan, it was not easy for Wiens to pursue an education. She attended
Community Taking the high road Mountain roads in Nepal aren't really meant for vehicles. The narrow, winding and pothole-ridden paths that connect Nepal's remote villages to the outside world are precarious at best and can often be downright treacherous, looming dangerously above deep canyons without so much as a guardrail to
Community Relay for Life ready to roll The 2011 Fiat Lux team is ready to walk – rain or shine – to support cancer research at the Relay for Life, June 10-11 at the Victory Church grounds. Pictured here are (back row from left): Leslie Gatner, Anne Baxter, Deirdre Coburn (captain) and Kathleen Schrage; (front row from left) Joanne
Community Gift launches Coutts Centre for Western Canadian Heritage Jim Coutts, a southern Alberta-based art collector, political advisor and philanthropist, has formally turned over his homestead property and a significant portion of his art collection to the University of Lethbridge. On Thursday, June 30, the U of L will formally recognize Coutts for his gift, and launch the Coutts
Community Trend-tracking in action You may not like their asymmetrical hairdos, nose piercings or ironic t-shirts, but today's teenagers aren't turning Canadian culture on its head, as per the prevailing stereotype. On many levels, today's youth are actually looking better than previous generations, says sociologist and trend-tracker Dr.
Community Study to examine how social and economic stressors affect Aboriginal health In a first-of-its-kind study, University of Lethbridge researchers are examining how the social and economic adversity faced by Aboriginal peoples may affect their biological health. This new study, funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, will be co-lead by three researchers at the U of L, pulling together research
Community Flood recovery update Flood Message – Monday, June 10, 2013 As you are aware, on the evening of June 5, 2013, a significant flood occurred at the Lethbridge campus leading to the closing of the University Centre for the Arts (UCA) and the Library. Recovery work led by Facilities, with the support of restoration
Community de Grandmaison exhibit opens By capturing the faces of the First Nations people he encountered, Canadian painter Nicholas de Grandmaison (1892-1978) left a deeply personal record of history. His documentation was grounded in the belief that the soul of a person was found in the face, and many of the individuals he painted during
Community Currie study says Aboriginal culture key to limiting drug problems A new study by a University of Lethbridge researcher has found that urban Aboriginal adults who embrace traditional culture are less likely to experience drug problems. Dr. Cheryl Currie, an assistant professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Lethbridge, collected data from almost 400 Edmonton-based Aboriginal
Community Putting a new spin on outdoor living Cody Nielsen is looking to redefine the notion of outdoor living space, and his ideas and planning abilities found him $5,000 richer as a second-place tie finisher in the 2013 South Venture Business Plan Competition. "We define an outdoor living space as the area you enjoy your time
Community Jurkowski named Dean of Faculty of Fine Arts The Faculty of Fine Arts will be under the stewardship of a new Dean after the University of Lethbridge appointed Dr. Ed Jurkowski to the role, succeeding Dr. Desmond Rochfort. "It is always exciting to announce the appointment of a new Dean, and it is especially gratifying to be
Community Groundbreaking study to focus on moral distress Knowing the right thing to do is one thing. Actually being able to do it, quite another. In fact, many nurses experience that dilemma every day, according to University of Lethbridge researcher Dr. Shannon Spenceley. She is exploring ways to lessen this source of moral stress among nurses in the
Community U of L partners with Economic Development Lethbridge - Success in Lethbridge campaign celebrates business success - University of Lethbridge partners with Economic Development Lethbridge (EDL) to promote research and community achievements Economic Development Lethbridge (EDL) has launched a marketing initiative designed to raise community awareness of the quality and quantity of business success in the Lethbridge region.
