ENVIRONMENT. ECOSYSTEMS. BIODIVERSITY.
Welcome to the Environmental Science program
The environmental sciences focus on understanding the Earth’s natural systems and how we, as humans, interact with them.
Environmental scientists study the impact of human interactions on the biosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and atmosphere using an interdisciplinary and integrative approach. They provide us with the information we need to address some of the most pressing issues facing humanity today — such as climate change and the loss of biodiversity.
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Program Highlights
Dexter Johnson Award in Music honours young leader
In just 15 short years, Dexter Johnson left a lasting impression on countless people – classmates, bandmates and teachers. It’s said that even total strangers were touched by his kindness, warmth and playful sense of humour.
The Dexter Johnson Memorial Award will create a scholarship for students pursuing a degree in music. The fundraising goal-raising target for the fund is $25,000, which will create an endowment that will be held in perpetuity. Thanks to the Board of Governor’s $10 million match fund campaign, once the fund reaches this total, it will be matched dollar for dollar, effectively doubling the good it will do. All donations to the fund are greatly appreciated by Dexter’s family and those who knew him.
Matthew Bogard's paper is published in Nature Communications
Matthew Bogard's paper titled "Salinity causes widespread restriction of methane emissions from small inland waters" has been published in Nature Communications, the leading international weekly journal of science.
The exceptional research in these journals has a profound effect on the disciplines to which it relates and the wider world.
New geospatial institute launched
Geomatics-related fields of study are taking another significant step forward at the University of Lethbridge thanks to major support from TECTERRA and the opening of i4Geo, the Institute for Geospatial Inquiry, Instruction and Innovation.
“This is something we’ve been working towards for some time and to see it come together is exciting and a real positive push for geospatial study,” says Dr. Chris Hopkinson, Professor in the Department of Geography & Environment, The Board of Governors Research Chair in Remote Sensing and Director of i4Geo. “There is so much opportunity in geographical information science, geospatial positioning and imaging technologies, sensor networks, big data analytics, artificial intelligence and 3D digital twins. Bringing these fields of study together under the i4Geo umbrella, encompassing research, training, networking, business innovation and community outreach will further establish ULethbridge as leaders in geospatial technology and its applications.”
Environmental Science Seminar Series
Environmental Science Seminar Series
This bi-weekly talk
You’re invited to the Environmental Science Seminar Series (ES^3) this Wednesday October 9th, 3pm – 4pm at WE1001
This week's talks will be:
Thilini Maddegamgoda Lekamlage (MSc student. Berg Lab U of L)
Population genetic structure of declining North American swallows
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Ilyanna Janvier (MSc student. Bogard Lab, U of L)
Using in situ sensors to explore patterns of carbon cycling and metabolism in rivers impacted by agriculture and urban land use
Previous Environmental Science Seminar Series
Shining Student Emma Marnik
Emma Marnik has embraced every opportunity to learn and grow at ULethbridge, combining her passion for environmental science with hands-on experiences in the lab and field.
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Shining Student Natalie Krizan, Environmental Science major
Starting with an open mind about her academic path, environmental science student Natalie Krizan discovered her passion for environmental science and sociology at the University of Lethbridge, forging a unique and multidisciplinary academic …
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Makenna Kleiner discovers a passion for wildlife and the environment at ULethbridge
Makenna Kleiner is a BSc Environmental Science student who chose ULethbridge due to its outstanding science programs and the incredible facilities in the Science Commons. Makenna discovered her passion for environmental science and …
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