Community Collaborative effort leads to provincial tobacco prevention strategy When University of Lethbridge nursing instructor Kathy Haight took on the task of reinvigorating stale and dated tobacco prevention resources for her nursing students, she had no idea it would turn into a provincial initiative that would eventually launch the Academy for Tobacco Prevention. Alberta Health Services officially unveiled The
Community University hits record enrolment figure A burgeoning research reputation, a student-centred learning experience and a continuing commitment to First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) education has resonated with students, pushing University of Lethbridge enrolment to a record high for the Fall 2016 semester. A record total of 8,628 students are currently registered at the
Community PUBlic Professor series promising another stellar lineup Surely the ancient Maya never predicted their downfall, nor did the Roman Empire foresee its society coming to an end and yet they both vanished into history. What can we learn from these civilizations and how can it relate to the normal we know today? Dr. Kevin McGeough (BA ’96)
Community Province extends funding for mental health initiatives on campus College and university students returning to classes across Alberta this fall will continue to have access to mental health services on campus. The province is investing $3.6 million this year to support much needed mental health programming, education and student outreach efforts at Alberta campuses. Funding has supported the
Community McGeough uncovering lessons from our past Dr. Kevin McGeough (BA ’96) relishes his fall semester Archaeology 1000 class more than any other. He also realizes it comes with the unique pressure of living up to the expectations of his eager first-year students. “I love it because these are people in their first semester of university, and
Community Crossing Boundaries symposium to explore the future of technology in the arts From the computers in our pockets, to the augmented reality introduced by Pokemon Go!, to the use of projections in marketing, fibre optics in costume design, electroacoustic sounds and beyond, technology is a major element of our daily lives. Scholars, scientists and artists alike are searching for ways to capitalize
Community Destination Project packs economic punch As construction on the Destination Project continues to grow, so too are the dollars in the hands of local families and businesses. When PCL Construction Management Ltd. was awarded the contract to build the future science and academic building, many of PCL’s employees packed their bags and relocated to
Community No easy solution to electoral reform Changing Canada’s electoral system will mean making compromises, a point that University of Lethbridge political science professor, Dr. Harold Jansen, stressed during his appearance before a recent meeting of the House of Commons Special Committee on Electoral Reform. Federal elections in Canada use the first past the post (FPTP)
Community Canadian Catholicism showing signs of resilience and growth Over the past several decades, people have claimed that Catholicism is on the decline in Canada, along with religion more generally. But new research carried out by well-known sociologists and pollsters Dr. Reginald Bibby, who holds the Board of Governors Research Chair in the Department of Sociology at the University
Community University of Lethbridge trio present to Senate committees Earlier this year, three University of Lethbridge professors were asked to be among the experts consulted by two Standing Senate committees. Drs. Yale Belanger, Geoffrey Hale and Chris Kukucha, all political science professors, provided their expert knowledge on important issues facing the country, including internal trade and pipelines. “I found
Community The Destination Project; Building careers from cooperative education placements Building the cutting-edge home for future generations of scientists isn’t the only thing the Destination Project is helping to develop. Nicole Meurs (BMgt ’16) and student Nick Gabbin are two budding project managers who say their cooperative education placement with the Destination Project has helped build confidence and given
Community Arts festival returning to Coutts Centre for Western Canadian Heritage All of Southern Alberta is invited to enjoy a summer afternoon of music, drama and art at the Coutts Centre Arts Festival on Sunday, July 24. Returning for a second summer, the University of Lethbridge Faculty of Fine Arts in partnership with the U of L Art Gallery, look forward
Community Young researcher summer program looks to expand through transition Universities in Alberta will be taking over the popular Heritage Youth Researcher Summer (HYRS) program from Alberta Innovates Health Solutions (AIHS) during a three-year transition period. “Now, the University of Lethbridge, the University of Alberta and the University of Calgary are all picking up the program and running it internally,
Community Summer science camps offer fun, interactive learning opportunities Children aged 5 to 16 have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of science based and recreational activities at the University of Lethbridge this summer through the Learning Quest Summer Science Camps. Beginning June 27 and running through to August 26, camps include everything from super heroes to animal evolution,
Community Southern Alberta oral history project proves popular When his recent oral history presentation on southern Alberta’s Japanese emigrants and their descendants drew a crowd three times larger than expected, Dr. Darren Aoki (BA ’90) knew he had a project that resonated with people. Now a lecturer at Plymouth University in England, Aoki began his Mukashi Mukashi
Community Destination Project construction officially given go-ahead An increased and accelerated investment of $125 million in Budget 2016 has allowed the University of Lethbridge to begin construction immediately on the Destination Project. The Destination Project includes construction of a new 36,000-square metre science and academic building giving students access to leading-edge labs and programming. The University
Community University of Lethbridge creating, maintaining links to Japan through agreements The University of Lethbridge has strengthened its ties with Japan through the signing of a number of agreements recently, extending a 35-year history of collaboration with Hokkai-Gakuen University and creating a new dual degree program with Gakushuin Women’s College. The dual degree program partnership with Gakushuin Women’s College
Community Canadian Olympian Clara Hughes to headline Pronghorns Scholarship Breakfast Six-time Canadian Olympian and mental health advocate Clara Hughes will be the featured speaker as Pronghorn Athletics hosts its annual Pronghorns Scholarship Breakfast on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2016 in the 1st Choice Savings Centre. “We’re extremely excited to welcome Clara Hughes as our guest speaker,” says Robb Engen, manager
Community Community leader Erin Phillips honoured with University of Lethbridge Volunteer Award An indefatigable volunteer and community leader, Chaplain Erin Phillips is the 2016 recipient of the University of Lethbridge Volunteer Award. Noted for fostering a sense of belonging and connection both at the University and in the community at large, Phillips is the chaplain for Ecumenical Campus Ministry at both the
Community Celebrating the Spring 2016 Convocation medal winners The University of Lethbridge celebrates the achievements of its newest graduates at the Spring 2016 Convocation, June 2 and 3, in the 1st Choice Savings Centre for Sport and Wellness gymnasium. Distinguishing themselves among the many outstanding graduates are the U of L’s medal winners for 2016. They are
Community Calgary-based businessman Robert Brawn to receive U of L Honorary Degree The University of Lethbridge is pleased to announce the fifth of its 2016 honorary degree recipients – Calgary-based businessman, entrepreneur and community leader Robert Brawn. “A true entrepreneurial pioneer, Robert Brawn has established himself as one of the major drivers behind Canada’s energy sector,” says U of L Chancellor Janice
Community Shell Canada gift helps University revitalize Westcastle Field Station A group of determined researchers, an innovative project manager and a $100,000 donation from Shell Canada have combined to enhance the University of Lethbridge’s Westcastle Field Station, creating opportunities for expanded research, student training and community outreach initiatives for years to come. “There was always the view that
Community J. Wilton Littlechild to receive U of L Honorary Degree The University of Lethbridge is pleased to announce the fourth of its 2016 honorary degree recipients - honorary Cree chief, lawyer, residential school survivor, renowned sportsman and former politician J. Wilton Littlechild. “Wilton Littlechild is the epitome of a survivor, having used his own personal tragedy and that of his
Community Former Board Chair and alumnus Jong to receive honorary degree The University of Lethbridge is pleased to announce the third of its 2016 Honorary Degree recipients – local businessman and ninth Chair of the U of L Board of Governors, Gordon E. Jong (BSc ’80, BMgt ’82). “Gordon Jong’s relationship with the University of Lethbridge stretches back to his time
Community Dr. Nancy Edwards to receive U of L Honorary Degree The University of Lethbridge is pleased to announce the second of its 2016 Honorary Degree recipients – esteemed nursing educator Dr. Nancy Edwards. “Dr. Edwards has had a remarkable career and made an incredible impact on public health policy at the local, national and international levels,” says U of L Chancellor
