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.
Internationally recognized inorganic chemist, Dr. René Boeré, earns 2024 Speaker Research Award
Wednesday, May 15, 2024An internationally recognized inorganic chemist and leader in his field of chemistry, Professor Emeritus Dr. René Boeré has been named the 2024 winner of the University of Lethbridge’s Speaker Research Award.
Boeré has inspired his fellow scientists within the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at ULethbridge since he became a faculty member in 1988. In addition, his work has spawned collaborations with scientists at universities across the globe, all while leading a highly productive research program that has been continuously funded for more than 30 years.
Commitment to career and community earns alumna Karen Wauters honorary degree recognition
Monday, May 13, 2024University of Lethbridge alumna Karen Wauters (BMgt ’83) brings people and ideas together to make the world around her better. As a barrier breaking Chartered Professional Accountant, long-serving volunteer and now government representative, Wauters’ commitment to connectivity, equality and inclusivity has permeated everything she touches. The University of Lethbridge will recognize Wauters with an honorary degree at Spring 2024 Convocation.
Taking the fear out of chemistry, University names Wayne Lippa Board of Governors Teaching Chair
Wednesday, May 8, 2024An instructor who has made it his quest to take the fear out of learning difficult concepts in chemistry, Wayne Lippa has been named the University of Lethbridge’s 2024 Board of Governors Teaching Chair.
By adopting a student-centred approach based on his experiences as a student and incorporating strategies whereby students learn chemistry by doing chemistry, Lippa is noted as an effective and reflective teacher, constantly evaluating the methods he utilizes in his classrooms and labs.
Local nurses create scholarship for registered nurses
Tuesday, May 7, 2024In keeping with this year’s theme for National Nursing Week from May 6 to 12 — Changing Lives. Shaping Tomorrow. — the efforts of a group of local nurses continue to change lives and shape the future of registered nurses who want to pursue graduate studies at the University of Lethbridge.
University of Lethbridge to recognize Tad Mitsui’s commitment to bettering society with honorary degree
Monday, May 6, 2024Tadashi (Tad) Mitsui has devoted his life to enriching the lives of citizens and their communities locally, nationally and internationally through compassion, courage, empathy and activism, giving a voice to those unheard and hope to those in need. The University of Lethbridge will recognize Mitsui’s dedication to bettering society by granting him an honorary degree at Spring 2024 Convocation.
Faculty of Health Sciences honours former dean Dr. Chris Hosgood
Thursday, May 2, 2024The Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Lethbridge has chosen former dean Dr. Chris Hosgood as this year’s recipient of the Friend of Health Sciences Award, an award he instituted during his time as dean.
“We are so pleased to honour Chris with the Friend of Health Sciences Award,” says Dr. Jon Doan, dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences. “His hard work, dedication and leadership skills enabled the growth of Health Sciences and the development of unique programming. He has left a significant and invaluable legacy that deserves to be celebrated.”
Advisory — 2024 Lethbridge Regional Science Fair Returns to the University of Lethbridge
Friday, April 26, 2024The Southern Alberta Technology Council (SATC), which has organized the Lethbridge Regional Science Fair and Science Olympics (i.e., Sci-Fusion) since 2002, is pleased to announce that this year’s event is to be held as an in-person event, hosted on the University of Lethbridge campus, Apr. 26-27, 2024.
The last in-person Science Fair on the University campus took place in 2019, and the group is looking forward to welcoming future scientists, engineers and so much more to the University to celebrate discovery.
Burton family, Pincher Creek clinic establish awards supporting future students, rural health care
Thursday, April 25, 2024A prominent Pincher Creek, Alberta family, along with physicians from a local clinic, have established a pair of University of Lethbridge awards that invest in the next generation of students and the health and well-being of their community.
University of Lethbridge seeks input in creating new comprehensive strategic plan
Tuesday, April 23, 2024The development of a new comprehensive strategic plan for the University of Lethbridge is underway and the University is asking the broader southern Alberta community to provide input and insight into this important project.