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Mahon pushes for bold approach to future

President Mike Mahon speaks to the Alberta budget and the formation of a discussion paper that will address the University's approach heading into a new strategic plan The Government of Alberta released the 2012 Provincial Budget late last week, and while we are still learning more details about

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Rotaract event to support emerging education

Students desperate for a permanent place to receive an education in the new country of South Sudan will benefit from a popular University of Lethbridge student-organized fundraising event. The U of L's Rotaract Club [http://people.uleth.ca/~rotaract/2011/Welcome!.html] will host Guir Ku Baai – Building

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ULSU charitable efforts laudable

Life isn't always a breeze, and every once in a while we are all in need of a helping hand. Students are no different. Thankfully, there are numerous services offered by the University of Lethbridge and the University of Lethbridge Students' Union (ULSU [http://www.ulsu.ca]

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Health Sciences producing ready grads

The best testimony as to whether a program works or not is to see the end result. Christine Knaus, soon to be a graduate of the University's Faculty of Health Sciences [http://www.uleth.ca/hlsc] Public Health program, is that end result – and yes, the program does

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Hughes gift supports library

It is said that "no man is an island" and neither is the University of Lethbridge Library. Many initiatives undertaken in the library are collaborations with individuals and groups that allow the library to expand the services provided to meet the needs of its patrons. One such collaboration

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Oral history project brings past to life

In January 2009, Dr. James Tagg, Professor Emeritus of the history department, initiated a project to conduct, collect, digitize and make accessible interviews with individuals intimately connected with the early years of the University of Lethbridge. With the assistance of Graham Ruttan, a student in the Faculty of Education, the

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Open Mike - February 2012

University of Lethbridge President Dr. Mike Mahon chats about what's happening in the University community It has often occurred to me how fortunate we are to have a campus so deeply connected to the Blackfoot Nation and the rich Aboriginal culture of southern Alberta. It is a heritage

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Parkinson pushes growth of theatre community

Brian Parkinson, a professor in the Department of Theatre and the Dramatic Arts and associate dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts, saw potential in the University of Lethbridge when he first arrived on campus more than 30 years ago. He quickly recognized the growth that was possible for the

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Abbondànza is all about abundance

For the past 11 years, Faculty of Fine Arts [http://www.uleth.ca/finearts/] professors, staff, students and a local restaurant have joined forces for a good cause – fine arts student scholarships. The 11th annual Abbondànza, an evening of gourmet food, fine arts and fun fills CoCo Pazzo Italian Café

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5 questions with . . . Dr. Bonnie Lee

Dr. Bonnie Lee is an associate professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences [http://www.uleth.ca/hlsc] (Addictions Counselling). She obtained her doctoral degree from the University of Ottawa [http://www.uottawa.ca/] and is a registered marriage and family therapist and a clinical member and approved supervisor with

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Prague experience resonates

The Department of Theatre and Dramatic Arts [http://www.uleth.ca/finearts/departments/drama/] had never previously sent their technical theatre and design majors on an international travel experience. So when the department finally got that opportunity, it made it worth their students' while as they attended the largest

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Hendsbee embodies spirit

It didn't take long for Blaine Hendsbee to see something special in the University of Lethbridge. Similarly, when the University was looking to introduce operatic performance to its undergraduate student body, Hendsbee was a particularly perfect fit for the role. "When I first came to the University

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Bill Nye visits U of L campus

This event is sold out The University of Lethbridge Students' Union (ULSU [http://www.ulsu.ca]) and the University of Lethbridge Graduate Students' Association (GSA) are proud to welcome Bill Nye to campus as part of the ULSU's Annual Student Speaker Series. "One of our

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Physics Department history reflects U of L story

The history of the University of Lethbridge is one of bold beginnings and independent ideals, traits that are reflected in the histories of the individual departments on campus. The evolution of the Department of Physics and Astronomy [http://www.uleth.ca/artsci/physics-astronomy] may embody that more than any other.

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Defining the University's future

January 2012 Open Mike Happy New Year everyone and welcome back to campus. As we begin 2012, our 45th anniversary year, it is important to focus our efforts to develop and implement intentional strategies that will support our continuing maturation as a comprehensive, destination university. Current budget challenges dictate that

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Visiting students add to mosaic

For Nurul, Kamil and Datu, students from University Tecknologi Mara [http://www.uitm.edu.my/] in Malaysia, discovering all there is to do and learn this semester at the University of Lethbridge is the experience of a lifetime. In turn, for students, faculty and staff in the Department of Theatre

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Water research makes WISE step

The infrastructure is in place, the expertise is on campus and the precedent has been set – so it is hardly surprising that the University of Lethbridge is formalizing its established reputation as a leader in water research with the creation of the Water Institute for Sustainable Environments (WISE). If the

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Student support essential

Jan Newberry started teaching at the University of Lethbridge with one simple goal – to change the world through education. Staying true to this goal, Newberry supports students in every way she can. With a background that includes a small private college and large state-funded universities in the United States, Newberry

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United Way a key part of community

The month of December is noted as a time of giving and recognizing the challenges of people in need. Supporting the United Way is one such way to make a difference. This year, the University of Lethbridge's United Way campaign is taking on a different look. A new

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A clear focus on students

There's no doubt you've heard the buzz about a student portal or seen the campus-wide campaign about a U of L learning commons and study centre, while just recently the University broke ground on another student residence. If there are common threads to these initiatives, it&

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Education Undergraduate Society celebrates its 30th year

What started as a primarily social club, the Education Undergraduate Society (EUS) is now one of the most socially responsible clubs on campus. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the EUS has evolved into a community leader for educational initiatives, reaching out to southern Alberta on a variety of platforms that connect

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Exchange hits 30-year milestone

There are many barriers to running a successful exchange program, challenges far beyond the obvious cultural differences and language issues that exist between two nations. It is even more impressive then to recognize the 30-year relationship between Japan's Hokkai Gakuen University and the University of Lethbridge, one that

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Master's studies gain insight into tragedy

As news reports filtered out of fire-ravaged Slave Lake, Alta., recently, tales of heroism and perseverance in the midst of personal tragedy riveted the public. The stories took on even more meaning to University of Lethbridge master's student Ainslee Kimmel, who is completing her thesis by studying the

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Making sustainability a part of your everyday routine

It has been identified as a strategic direction and key priority for the institution but when it comes to talking about making the University of Lethbridge more sustainable, what exactly does that mean? In an effort to promote the University's sustainability initiatives, the University of Lethbridge Students'

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Real-world experience

The Faculty of Management [http://www.uleth.ca/management] is preparing to launch an exciting initiative connected to the Centre for Financial Market Research and Teaching (CFMRT). On Tuesday, Nov. 15, representatives from the University, the community and various stakeholder groups will gather for the official launch of the Student-Managed