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Few gamblers cause majority of problems

A small percentage of individuals account for the large majority of issues surrounding gambling in the province of Alberta. University of Lethbridge researchers from the Faculty of Health Sciences [http://www.uleth.ca/hlsc] and the Department of Native American Studies [http://www.uleth.ca/fas/nas] concluded in a

Information sessions ongoing for parking lot, Quad projects

Information sessions ongoing for parking lot, Quad projects

Parking Lot Redevelopment and Quad design information session, Apr. 27-29 The University of Lethbridge is embarking on two major projects this summer, both of which will enhance the campus environmentally and aesthetically. The Parking Lot Redevelopment [http://www.facebook.com/universitylethbridge?sk=app_128953167177144] project features the introduction of landscaping

Parking lot, Quad projects seek feedback

Parking lot, Quad projects seek feedback

The University of Lethbridge is embarking on two major projects this summer, both of which will enhance the campus environmentally and aesthetically. The Parking Lot Redevelopment [http://www.facebook.com/universitylethbridge?sk=app_128953167177144] project features the introduction of landscaping features, such as bioswales and windbreaks, to lots on the

Incoming executive looks to build off success

As a changing of the guard begins to take place within the University of Lethbridge Students' Union (ULSU [http://www.ulsu.ca]), it is a good opportunity to look back at what was accomplished in the previous year. From Fresh Fest to Humans vs. Zombies, hosting Peter Mansbridge and

Sopko discovers passion for environment in classroom

Sopko discovers passion for environment in classroom

When Courtnay Sopko was first learning about the origins of Greenpeace [http://www.greenpeace.org/international/en/] and the environmental movement, it ignited in her a passion for environmentalism. Less than a year later she was working for Greenpeace as part of a co-operative study opportunity through the Applied Studies

Government listening

The arrival of a new president on campus has given the University an opportunity to re-engage members of government at all levels. In the same way that the University of Lethbridge campus community has been interested in hearing about a renewed vision for our University, there has been significant interest

Miller sisters hit it big with Top Ad Exec

Miller sisters hit it big with Top Ad Exec

Sisters and Faculty of Management classmates Brittany and Amanda Miller placed third overall in the prestigious Canada's Next Top Ad Exec [http://www.topadexec.com/] competition, which wrapped up at the end of March. "All of us in the Faculty of Management are very proud of Amanda

Open Mike - April

Open Mike - April

University of Lethbridge President Dr. Mike Mahon chats about what's happening in the University community What does the Strategic Plan mean to you? It's a question we have been asking over the past month in a series of meetings with all of our campus units. In

Students' Union recognizes contributors

The University of Lethbridge Students' Union [http://www.ulsu.ca] held its annual Recognition Dinner on Friday, Apr. 8 to acknowledge the incoming and outgoing councils, as well as honour those dedicated individuals who contribute so much to the ULSU. The ULSU award winners are as follows: Employee of

University mourns passing of Oordt

The University community offers its most sincere condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the late Dr. Martin (Marty) Oordt, a founding member of the U of L faculty community, legendary professor of English, and well-known writer, poet, magazine publisher and community volunteer. The man credited with the birth

Leadership conference well attended

There are leaders in every corner of the University of Lethbridge campus. From administration to staff and faculty, examples of leadership are prevalent through community involvement initiatives, volunteer experiences and more. And it does not stop there. University of Lethbridge students have shown time and again their capacity to engage

Making cranes for Japanese relief

The devastation of the Japanese earthquake has touched virtually everyone, and it is especially being felt by those members of the University of Lethbridge community who have a personal connection to Japan. In the previous weeks, a group of Japanese international students, with support from the International Centre for Students,

Underwear Affair to benefit Canadian Cancer Society

The University of Lethbridge's Organization of Residence Students [http://www.uleth.ca/housing/ors] (ORS) will be stripping down to their skivvies and running around campus for charity this weekend. ORS is hosting its second annual Underwear Affair Run/Walk [http://www.uleth.ca/notice/display.html?b=

Miller sisters reach top 10

Sisters, and Faculty of Management [http://www.uleth.ca/management] classmates, Amanda and Brittany Miller, are marketing themselves for success in the competition for Canada's Next Top Ad Exec [http://www.topadexec.com/]. The pair of Marketing majors were initially selected in the top 25 of the annual

Talent field finalized for Mar. 26 performance

The student organizers of the Lethbridge Has Talent Kids Help Phone fundraiser have chosen the final lineup of performers for their event, which takes place Saturday, Mar. 26 at the 1st Choice Savings Centre gymnasium. The performers represent a varied selection of talented people from across southern Alberta. More than

Events - March/April

Lectures Mar. 15 | Brain Awareness Week Dr. Bruce McNaughton presents, How Memory Works and Why it Sometimes Doesn't 7 p.m., Yates Memorial Centre Mar. 16 | Pizza, Pop and Presentation How to deal with annoying people (& make sure you're not one) Noon, TH143 Mar. 16

Preparing to be homeless

Preparing to be homeless

A number of students are going to be homeless for a good cause this week. The annual 5 Days for the Homeless [http://www.5days.ca/region/index.php?option=com_content&view=section&layout=blog&id=17&region=alberta&Itemid=77] event launched on

Taking a little off the top

Taking a little off the top

The annual Headshave for Cancer event takes place Wednesday, Mar. 30 in the UHall Atrium. Kelly Roberts, sound technician for the University Theatre, is shaving his head in support of the Canadian Cancer Society in conjunction with HeadShave Canada and the U of L's Kappa Sigma Fraternity, Omicron-Xi

Rasmussen to be honoured

Rasmussen to be honoured

The Senate Volunteer Award winner for 2011 is Elisha Rasmussen, a well-known community volunteer, legendary southern Alberta television reporter and advocate for the University of Lethbridge, its people and programs. Over the past several years, Rasmussen has led the Senate Honorary Degree Search Committee, welcomed many international students to the

Library projects have students helping students

Library projects have students helping students

The University of Lethbridge Library [https://www.uleth.ca/lib/] is involved in a pair of recent initiatives that highlight its commitment to student service. A pilot project launched in early March is aimed to provide improved IT support in the library, especially on evenings and weekends. Computer-related questions are

Library projects have students helping students

Library projects have students helping students

The University of Lethbridge Library [https://www.uleth.ca/lib/] is involved in a pair of recent initiatives that highlight its commitment to student service. A pilot project launched in early March is aimed to provide improved IT support in the library, especially on evenings and weekends. Computer-related questions are

Grooming student leaders

There are leaders in every corner of the University of Lethbridge campus. From administration to staff and faculty, examples of leadership are prevalent through community involvement initiatives, volunteer experiences and more. And it does not stop there. University of Lethbridge students have shown time and again their capacity to engage

Senator Mitchell praises positive contribution from U of L program

Senator Grant Mitchell recently addressed the Senate to discuss the unique Support Program for Aboriginal Nursing Students (SPANS) at the University of Lethbridge. Following is text from his address. Honourable Senators, it is my pleasure to speak about an exciting program offered at the University of Lethbridge in Alberta. It

Campus security under the microscope

Campus security under the microscope

Normally, they are the group watching over the University, 24 hours a day, in person and through more than 250 on-campus security cameras. However, beginning in mid-March, the campus security group is asking the University community to check in on them. The University of Lethbridge has commissioned external security consultants

Open Mike - March

Open Mike - March

University of Lethbridge President Dr. Mike Mahon chats about what's happening in the University community University campuses are places for discovery and discourse, where ideas are created and issues are debated. As I look around the University of Lethbridge I see a vibrant culture of engaged students and