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Academic excellence recognized

trevor.kenney — Wed, 29 May 2013 17:55:32 +0000

This year, 15 deserving ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ 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 from around the world, across Canada and close to home, including:

- Lethbridge, Calgary, Enchant, Rocky Mountain House and Medicine Hat, AB
- Jaffray and Cranbrook, BC
- Herbert, SK
- Winnipeg, MB
- Kingston, ON
- Milton, ON
- Les Sables d'Olonne, France
- Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

Meet the students who will receive their academic medals of achievement at the 2013 Spring Convocation ceremonies:

Governor General's Gold Medal
Lori-Ann Rosalind Sacrey – Rocky Mountain House, Alta.

Governor General's Silver Medal
Fern Megan Violet Leavens – Jaffray and Cranbrook, B.C.

School of Graduate Studies Medal of Merit (Doctor of Philosophy)
Chad Robert Laing – Lethbridge, Alta.

School of Graduate Studies Medal of Merit (Master of Arts)
Rachel Holly Shields – Lethbridge, Alta.

School of Graduate Studies Medal of Merit (Master of Science)
Samantha Jane Dawson – Kingston, Ont.

School of Graduate Studies Medal of Merit (Master of Counselling)
Erika Pauline Kewley – Milton, Ont.

Graduate Studies Medal of Merit (Master of Education)
Leslie Anne Waite – Calgary, Alta.

School of Graduate Studies Medal of Merit (Master of Science, Management)
Olufemi Oladimeji Aiyegbusi – Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria (now a Lethbridge, Alta. resident)

Faculty of Arts and Science Gold Medal (Arts)
Joanna Waszkiewicz – Les Sables d'Orlonne, France (now a Lethbridge, Alta. resident)

Faculty of Arts and Science Gold Medal (Science)
Ashlee Eleanor Matkin – Lethbridge, Alta.

Faculty of Health Sciences Gold Medal
Twyla Lyndell Doyle – Herbert, Sask.

Faculty of Education Gold Medal
Hailee Brianne Virostek – Enchant, Alta.

William Aberhart Gold Medal (Education)
Joanne Christine Collier – Medicine Hat, Alta. (now a Lethbridge, AB resident)

Faculty of Fine Arts Gold Medal
Joelle Esther Strang – Winnipeg, Man. (now a Lethbridge, AB resident)

Faculty of Management Gold Medal
Michael Stephen Despres – Calgary, Alta.

Academic award winners announced

trevor.kenney — Wed, 30 May 2012 16:38:29 +0000

The ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge is proud to recognize its outstanding students at the Spring 2012 Convocation ceremonies Thursday, May 31 and Friday, June 1.

Following is a list of award winners for the 2011-2012 academic year.

Academic Medals and Student Achievement Awards

Faculty of Health Sciences Academic Gold Medal : Patricia Bonita Poriz

Faculty of Management Academic Gold Medal: Tracy Lynn Fairs

Master of Arts (Individualized Multidisciplinary) Medal of Merit: Auburn Jennifer Phillips

Master of Counselling (Counselling Psychology) Medal of Merit: Jennifer Ann Gerlock

Master of Education Medal of Merit: Maike Luise Horn

Master of Science (Biological Sciences) Medal of Merit: Linda Amy Lait

Master of Science (Management) Medal of Merit: Carolin Kellermann

Governor General's Academic Gold Medal (Graduate Studies)

Master of Science (Chemistry): Cassandra Dolores Marie Churchill

Governor General's Academic Silver Medal (Undergraduate Studies)

Bachelor of Science (Kinesiology): Raiah Lynne Hark

Faculty of Arts & Science Academic Gold Medal (for the Arts): Keith Allan Gardner

Faculty of Arts & Science Academic Gold Medal (for the Sciences): Dominic Mudiayi

Faculty of Education Academic Gold Medal: Trevor Michael James

William Aberhart Gold Medal in Education: Catherine Grace Siebring

Faculty of Fine Arts Academic Gold Medal: Lauren Suzanne Steyn

Arts & Science commits to supporting 4-H members

trevor.kenney — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 21:07:57 +0000

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The Faculty of Arts and Science at the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge is committing $65,000 in tuition credits over the next three years to qualified 4-H club members in Alberta.

"We believe that 4-H club members bring a wealth of social, technical and academic skills with them when they enter university," says Dr. Chris Nicol, the Dean of the U of L's Faculty of Arts and Science. "These are just the type of students we are looking for, and we hope this commitment to supporting their interest in university studies at the U of L translates into even more leadership opportunities here."

A total of 15 awards will be given to selected applicants, accepted as new high school students into the Faculty of Arts and Science BA, BSc or BASc programs, regardless of major, valued at $1,000 for the 2012/2013 academic year.

Lindsey Meredith knows first-hand how being involved in 4-H can benefit your post-secondary studies.

The new 4-H scholarships are welcome news to U of L students like Claresholm resident Lindsey Meredith, currently completing a combined degree in biology and management.

"If I had had a chance to apply for a scholarship like this, I wouldn't have had to sell my horse to pay my tuition," says Meredith. "I had some amazing experiences through 4-H. The program helps people learn by doing a variety of projects, and the U of L experience is much the same in that students are encouraged to do volunteer work and community service, which is a huge asset on a resumé."

Meredith adds that for students coming to Lethbridge from smaller communities, the campus environment is small and close-knit, but the opportunities are large.

"I have met people from around the world, I've helped plan large events, and I've used pretty much all the skills I learned in 4-H along the way. I would really encourage any 4-H member thinking of attending university to consider attending the U of L and applying for this award."

Students can register for a wide variety of programs, including but not limited to agricultural studies, agricultural biotechnology, environmental science, remote sensing and a multitude of other internationally recognized degrees, which can later lead to masters or doctoral–level studies. Co-operative education work placements and other services are available to students to ensure they are as prepared as possible for the workforce.

The applicant must be an active member of an Alberta 4-H club at the time of application, and have a permanent mailing address within the province of Alberta prior to enrollment at the U of L. The student must be registered for both the Fall 2012 and Spring 2013 semesters to receive the funds. Winners will be chosen by random draw, with only one entry per person accepted. The deadline to apply is June 15, 2012.

Selection and notification of the Alberta 4-H Entrance Awards will occur by July 1, 2012.

For more information or to apply online, visit www.uleth.ca/artsci/awards

This story first appeared in the March 2012 issue of the Legend. For a look at the full issue in a flipbook format, follow this link.

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Spring 2011 medalists

trevor.kenney — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 17:32:50 +0000

A total of 1,454 ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge students received their degrees at the June 2-3 Spring 2011 Convocation ceremonies in the 1st Choice Savings Centre.

The following students were awarded academic medals.

Academic Medalists

Sandeepan Mishra – Gold Medal of the Governor General

Andrea Joy Glover – Silver Medal of the Governor General

Sylvie de Grandpré – School of Graduate Studies Medal of Merit, Master of Education

Maria Lourdes Sophia Verzosa – School of Graduate Studies Medal of Merit, Master of Science

Ilona Berth – School of Graduate Studies Medal of Merit,
Master of Science (Management)

Henry Dean Heavy Shield – Faculty of Arts and Science Gold Medal (Arts)

Thomas Arcadius Oram Fox – Faculty of Arts and Science Gold Medal (Science)

Jennifer Lyn Shuster – Faculty of Education Gold Medal

Lori Ann Braun – The Alberta Teachers' Association William Aberhart Gold Medal in Education

Sarah Diane Viejou – Faculty of Fine Arts Gold Medal

Alisa Jane Takahashi – Faculty of Health Sciences Gold Medal

Raha Ravi Seyed Mahmoud – Faculty of Management Gold Medal

Native Awareness Week - Events

trevor.kenney — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 22:52:33 +0000

Native Awareness Week
Schedule of Events | Feb. 28 to Mar. 4

Monday, Feb. 28
Opening Ceremonies
Atrium 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Blessings with Pete Standing Alone Rod & Laverne First Rider; Presentations, Drummers and Dancers | (Master of Ceremonies, Travis Plaited Hair)

Tuesday, Mar. 1
Atrium, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Faculty of Arts and Science/NAS Department Fashion Show and historic and contemporary dress exhibit – The Resilience Of Blackfoot Identity in Clothing (Linda Many Guns)

Wednesday, Mar. 2
��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ Recital Hall (W570) Noon to 1 p.m.
Faculty of Fine Arts (Art Now) – Dean Drever

Markin Hall, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Faculty of Management Open House & Blackfoot Naming Ceremony of FNG and International Area with Presentations and Refreshments

Markin Hall, 1 to 3 p.m.
Faculty of Health Sciences – Making Medicine: Create your own medicine bag

Thursday, Mar. 3
UHall Atrium, 10 a.m. to noon
Faculty of Education – Holy Spirit supporting FNMI Learners Project/St. Mary's Dance Troupe

UHall Atrium 1 to 3 p.m.
First Nations Transition Program – Bannock and Berry Soup

SU Ballrooms, 4 to 10 p.m.
Native American Students' Association – Out of the Box!! Café Jam, A traditional and contemporary fusion of rhythms

Friday, Mar. 4
��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ Recital Hall (W570), Noon to 1 p.m.
Faculty of Fine Arts (Art Now) – Jackson Two Bears

FNMI Alumni Chapter – Film Festival
U of L Theatre (W500), Reception at 5:30 p.m., films begin at 6:30 p.m.
Circle of the Sun, Standing Alone, The Last Roundup by Narcisse Blood, featuring Pete Standing Alone (premiere). Discussion to follow.

Wood, Hosgood appointments ratified

trevor.kenney — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 20:59:38 +0000

The ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge Board of Governors recently ratified the appointment of Dr. Robert Wood as the dean of the School of Graduate Studies and the re-appointment of Dr. Christopher Hosgood as the dean of the Faculty of Heath Sciences.

Hosgood, an historian, former associate dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and a U of L faculty member since 1988, begins his second term as dean of Health Sciences. He presided over the transition of the Faculty from a School, the expansion of both student enrolments and Faculty programs, and a recent move into Markin Hall.

His main research interests deal with consumerism and shopping in Victorian Britain. He has recently been involved in research projects on, among other topics, the social history of gambling in Alberta.

Wood, a sociology researcher and faculty member since 2000, had served as the interim head of Graduate Studies since July 2010. He is the author or co-author of two books and numerous research articles on gambling issues, and has recently produced a unique educational program on gambling reduction strategies for children.

Wood recently produced a unique educational program on gambling reduction strategies for children with colleague Dr. Robert Williams (addictions counselling).

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