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Hastings found a home at U of L

In the 1960s, Cora Hastings was considering a job at the newly established University of Lethbridge and wrote to her parents about the position. In the midst of the political turmoil in the United States at the time, her father offered some straightforward advice: "Go to Canada and make

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Glacial research boosted by donor support

Glaciers around the globe are continuing to melt so fast that many will disappear in the next 50 to 100 years. Such conspicuous evidence of climate change indicates growing challenges that affect more than polar bears and weather forecasts. Enter U of L associate professor Dr. Hester Jiskoot: a glaciologist

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Gonzalez, Boeré use funding boost to further research interests

Dr. Claudia Gonzalez (kinesiology [http://www.uleth.ca/fas/knes/] and physical education) is interested in how the brain connects vision and motor skills, such as hand movements. Dr. René Boeré (chemistry and biochemistry [http://www.uleth.ca/fas/chm]) and his colleagues examine the finest details of molecules, among

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Recreating a glorious past

One dimensional, black and white photographs represent much of the aboriginal history we know. While serving adequately as depictions of an era, they hardly tell a story or set a scene. Dr. Linda Many Guns of the University of Lethbridge's Native American Studies [http://www.uleth.ca/fas/

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Innocence puts Gill run into perspective

Thanks to the example set by her two young sons, Tanya Gill can see the silver lining: good things do come out of bad situations. The concept wasn't new to her, but it took on a whole new light when voiced in the wise words of seven-year old

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Fitzpatrick earns ASTech honour

Dr. Dennis Fitzpatrick the U of L's former vice-president (Research), and now a professor of chemistry and biochemistry [http://www.uleth.ca/fas/chm], recently received the Alberta Science and Technology [http://www.astech.ab.ca/] (ASTech) award for Outstanding Contribution to the Science and Technology community. When

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Making math fun

With her outgoing personality, quick smile and an eagerness to get involved in the community, Dr. Jackie Rice is not your typical computer scientist. Add to that the fact she is a wife and mother of three, it becomes evident that she is the antithesis of your stereotypical "computer

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ConocoPhillips Canada sees benefits of support

Recently, representatives from ConocoPhillips Canada [http://www.conocophillips.ca/] visited the University of Lethbridge to meet some of the students who have benefitted from the company's longstanding commitment to education. As a strong supporter of the University for more than 15 years, the company offers placements for co-op

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Canadian, Mexican universities converge for Aboriginal round table

Nine Canadian universities and eight indigenous universities in Mexico will together focus on improving Aboriginal educational experiences and research collaborations during a one-day round table meeting at the University of Lethbridge on June 22, 2013. Building on the momentum of a similar meeting held in Mexico City in March 2012,

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SOS making a difference

On May 30 and 31, the excitement of Spring Convocation was palpable at the University of Lethbridge. Caps and gowns, flowers and photographs lit up the campus as the U of L community came together to celebrate the accomplishments of over 1,400 graduates. As Chief Marshall of Convocation, Dr.

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Closing de Grandmaison

The Nicholas de Grandmaison: Recent Acquisitions exhibit Closing Reception and Hoop Dance Performance [http://www.uleth.ca/artgallery/?page_id=5702] takes place Tuesday, June 25 at 7 p.m. in the Main Gallery Each face, with its deep lines, juxtaposing colours and gentle strokes, tells a story – a story

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Oral History Project appeals for contributions

The University of Lethbridge Art Gallery and University Archives is calling on Albertans to assist in a historical project in support of their vast Nicholas de Grandmaison collection of artworks and artifacts. A cultural icon of southern Alberta, artist Nicholas de Grandmaison (1892-1978) captured the history of the region and

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Moore gets chance to experience history

A tour of duty by her grandfather a lifetime ago – into a war zone in 1950s Korea – is resulting in the trip of a lifetime for U of L student Megan Moore. Moore, a third-year biological sciences student from Picture Butte, Alta., is leaving in mid June for Seoul, South

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Ferguson earns provincial honour

Elizabeth Ferguson (BA '03, MA '05, Native American Studies), the coordinator of the University of Lethbridge's Native Student Advising office, has received an award from the Institute for the Advancement of Aboriginal Women (IAAW) for her work to support First Nations, Métis and Inuit students at

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U of L launches Experts Database

The University of Lethbridge launched a new experts database today that will link the U of L's world-class expertise with journalists, academia, government, industry, students and members of the general public from around the world. "The U of L is an institution with a global reach,"

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Connecting experts with stakeholders

The University of Lethbridge launched a new experts database today that will link the U of L's world-class expertise with journalists, academia, government, industry, students and members of the general public from around the world. "The U of L is an institution with a global reach,"

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Medal winner looking ahead

Whether cleaning hallways or helping to clean up the environment, international student and recent master's medal-winning graduate Olufemi "Femi" Aiyegbusi (MSc '13) finds a way to create a lasting impact. Aiyegbusi, a Nigerian student who completed an undergraduate degree in economics at Obafemi Awolowo University

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Update on flood information

June 6, 2013 – 10 p.m. Due to the flooding that occurred the evening of June 5, 2013, the Library and the University Centre for the Arts (UCA) will remain closed for public access until Monday, June 10, 2013. In addition, faculty and staff who work in the University Centre

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Conference explores preservation of Blackfoot history

A local group of researchers and First Nations cultural experts are meeting over the next two days (June 4-5) at the University of Lethbridge to learn from each other about how to more proactively preserve ancient Blackfoot sites in southern Alberta in the face of future land development. According to

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Academic excellence recognized

This year, 15 deserving University of Lethbridge graduands will receive medals that acknowledge their significant academic achievements, including the Governor General's Gold and Silver Medals for overall academic excellence, along with medals from specific Faculties and the School of Graduate Studies. The diverse group of medal recipients come

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Ferguson earns provincial award

Elizabeth Ferguson (BA '03, MA '05, Native American Studies), the co-ordinator of the University of Lethbridge's Native Student Advising office, has received an award from the Institute for the Advancement of Aboriginal Women (IAAW) for her work to support First Nations, Metis and Inuit students at

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University reappoints Boudreau

The University of Lethbridge has reappointed Dr. Robert Boudreau to a second five-year term as the University's Vice-Provost & Associate Vice-President (Academic). The Board of Governors, as well as the review committee struck to make a recommendation to the Board, unanimously supported Boudreau's reappointment. "Dr.

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Canada-Wide Science Fair in closing stretch

They've been judged, they've toured southern Alberta, they've hiked all over campus and by all accounts have had a ton of fun, but there is still more to come for the participants of the 52nd annual Canada-Wide Science Fair, which takes place on the

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CASA opens its doors

The City of Lethbridge, Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge and the University of Lethbridge are excited to announce the Grand Opening of CASA, a truly functional 42,000 square foot arts centre with a striking building design. CASA is the realization of a 20-year dream, shared by many in the

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University welcomes Canada-Wide Science Fair participants, organizers

The University of Lethbridge is excited to welcome the country's top young scientists to campus, May 11 to May 18, as the 52nd annual Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF) 2013 comes to Lethbridge. Approximately 1,100 students, chaperones, judges, sponsors and dignitaries are expected to attend CWSF 2013, an