Advisory — University to welcome incoming students at popular Ahead of the Herd event
Friday, May 31, 2024Having just graduated over 1,400 students during Spring 2024 Convocation, the University of Lethbridge is readying for its next generation of students with the annual Ahead of the Herd event.
WHAT: Ahead of the Herd orientation event
WHEN: Saturday, June 1, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
WHERE: 1st Choice Savings Centre Gymnasium
Advisory — University of Lethbridge graduates to be celebrated at Spring 2024 Convocation
Wednesday, May 29, 2024This week, the University of Lethbridge will celebrate the accomplishments of 1,432 students as they cross the stage at Spring 2024 Convocation.
Measuring the snowpack — University of Lethbridge partners with Alberta Environment and Protected Areas
Tuesday, May 28, 2024With the threat of drought hanging over the province, the Government of Alberta enlisted a University of Lethbridge research team to assist with accurately measuring the snowpack in southern Alberta and the variations from one watershed to another — measurements that are more important than ever as the province tries to manage its water resources.
University of Lethbridge medal winners to be recognized at Spring 2024 Convocation
Monday, May 27, 2024The University of Lethbridge is excited to celebrate the achievements of its 2024 graduating class this week at Spring 2024 Convocation.
Board Chair Emeritus Kurt Schlachter to be awarded University of Lethbridge honorary degree
Thursday, May 23, 2024University of Lethbridge Board Chair Emeritus Kurt Schlachter KC (BSc ’00) helped guide the University through an important period of growth and transition while remaining dedicated to his professional law practice and volunteer and philanthropic activities. Recognizing his dedication to community building, the University will award Schlachter with an honorary degree at Spring 2024 Convocation.
Graduate student entrepreneurs earn development support through Innovation Catalyst Grants
Wednesday, May 22, 2024Two exciting projects have received support from a provincial grant program that provides a two-year runway for entrepreneurs to develop and commercialize innovative, science-based products and services.
Inspiring and motivating instructor, Dr. Kristine Alexander, recognized with Graduate Mentorship Award
Wednesday, May 22, 2024An instructor and mentor with a unique ability to recognize the talent and potential of her students, Dr. Kristine Alexander inspires and motivates her graduate trainees by providing unwavering support and encouraging them to break boundaries and embrace risk in their learning journeys.
Alexander will be recognized with the University of Lethbridge School of Graduate Studies Graduate Mentorship Award at 2024 Spring Convocation, Ceremony II on Thursday, May 30, 2024, 2:30 p.m. in the 1st Choice Savings Centre gymnasium.
World’s leading protein synthesis researcher, Dr. Nahum Sonenberg, to receive honorary degree
Tuesday, May 21, 2024Dr. Nahum Sonenberg, the world’s leading researcher in the field of protein synthesis and translational control, will be recognized with an honorary degree by the University of Lethbridge at its Spring 2024 Convocation later this month.
Rural Medical Education Program Training Centres one step closer with Memorandum of Understanding
Friday, May 17, 2024The next step in expanding health-care capacity in southern Alberta was formalized today with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the University of Lethbridge and University of Calgary.
University of Lethbridge receives grant to train students in data science
Thursday, May 16, 2024The University of Lethbridge will help meet the demand for well-trained professionals in data science thanks to a $1.65-million grant over six years from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council’s (NSERC) Collaborative Research and Training Experience (CREATE) program.