The University of Lethbridge has a number of events lined up this week that may be of interest to your readers, viewers and listeners. Members of the media who are interested in covering these events are encouraged to contact the individual event organizer directly.
Campus Hotel Brand launch party
Tuesday, May 10, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mt. Blakiston House Residence, Aperture Park West
U of L Conference and Event Services will be revealing the new brand of the Campus Hotel at this launch party. The program begins at 11:15, with an open house scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Refreshments and tours will be available.
Contact: Nika Wojcik, 403-329-2650, dominika.wojcik@uleth.ca
Mental Health in the Academy: Possibilities and Prospects
Thursday, May 12, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Markin Hall Atrium
Dr. Keith Dobson, a University of Calgary psychology professor, will talk about the critical importance of mental health for optimal development, employment and quality of life. Dobson will discuss the post-secondary experience and how institutions can optimize their students’ health, maximize academic outcomes and indirectly benefit their own financial circumstances. A considered set of policies and procedures for campus mental health is beneficial, as is providing a stable continuum of services.
Contact: Megan Kienzle, 403-329-2187, megan.kienzle@uleth.ca
En Plein Air ’16
Sunday, May 15, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Coutts Centre for Western Canadian Heritage, Nanton
Artists are invited to come and enjoy the Coutts Centre on the first of four days of En Plein Air this year. The Centre will also be open on Sunday, June 12, Sunday, July 24 and Sunday, Aug. 21. Directions and map.
Contact: Art Gallery, artgallery@uleth.ca
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Contact:
Caroline Zentner, public affairs advisor
403-394-3975 or 403-795-5403 (cell)
