Erin Kennett

About

Background

With over 15 years of dedicated service at the University of Lethbridge, Erin Kennett has consistently demonstrated a commitment to excellence in education and student development. She has played a pivotal role in various academic and administrative capacities, contributing significantly to the growth and success of the institution.

Erin teaches courses in the Applied Studies Program and Co-operative Education Program, including foundational admission courses and individual Co-op work term courses, as well as CIRP 3989: Community & Change. She collaborates with students, industry, and faculty to foster a collaborative and innovative academic environment.

Specialization

Erin Kennett's areas of specialization focus on Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) courses. She excels in setting up courses that provide students with practical, hands-on experience, bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world application. Her expertise lies in developing and managing applied studies programs that prepare students for professional success.

Areas of Expertise:

• Fine Arts
• Information Architecture
• Marketing

Applied Studies Courses

As an Academic Supervisor and Applied Studies Instructor, Erin Kennett has designed and taught numerous Applied Studies Work Experience courses, including:

• Land Reclamation in Southern Alberta
• Empowering Communities: Gender-Based Violence Support & Mental Health
• Community Law Research and the Societal Impact of Personal Injury Policies in Canada
• Disseminating Scientific Knowledge through the Podcast Medium
• Contemporary Alterations of the Gallery Space
• Importance of Community Building and Communication

Applied Studies Cohorts

Erin has also developed and managed several cohort-based applied studies programs, which involve multiple students working with an employer or academic supervisor:

• City Scholars – City of Lethbridge 
• City Scholars – Prentice Institute 
• Community Psychology
• Conservatory of Music
• KNES 1000 Teaching Assistantship 
• KNES 3610 Teaching Assistantship 
• Lethbridge Volleyball Club 
• NeurAlberta Tech 
• Political Science Teaching Assistantship 
• Spanish Education 
• VR Development for K-12 Student Learners

Teaching

Erin Kennett teaches the course CIRP 3989: Community & Change in Fall 2024 with the City of Lethbridge as the industry partner.  This course supports the application of students’ disciplinary theories and concepts into practice via community engagement and work-integrated learning. It provides advanced training in WIL theory and practice, career, and professional development in a community-based organization. It is open to all students and offered as an in-person elective.