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The University of Lethbridge is excited to celebrate the achievements of its newest graduates at the 2019 Spring Convocation, May 30 and 31 in the 1st Choice Savings Centre for Sport and Wellness. Distinguishing themselves among the many outstanding graduates are the U of L’s medal winners for 2019. They are as follows: Gold Medal of the Governor General – Katie Ann Wilson (Ceremony I) Awarded to the student with the highest academic standing at the graduate level.

This week, the University of Lethbridge will celebrate the achievements of 1,347 students as they cross the stage at 2019 Spring Convocation. Ceremonies take place Thursday, May 30 and Friday, May 31 at the 1st Choice Savings Centre for Sport and Wellness, beginning at 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. each day. All ceremonies are free of charge and open to the public and media. As well, there are a number of associated activities the media are welcome to attend. Wednesday, May 29

Utilizing a personable approach that always seeks to improve the learning experience for his students, Dr.

To put it simply, Dr. Harold Jansen loves to teach. Image

The research done by Assistant Professor of Biochemistry, Dr. Nehal Thakor, here at the University of Lethbridge explores the connections between cancer and the regulation of gene expression.

Recognized as a pioneer in the study of radiation biology, cancer and epigenetics, Dr. Olga Kovalchuk has been named the winner of the 2019 University of Lethbridge Speaker Research Award.

A team of University of Lethbridge researchers and Blackfoot Elders will soon embark on an ambitious project that will provide immediate virtual access to historical Blackfoot objects held in museums, thanks to federal funding from the New Frontiers in Research Fund.

The University of Lethbridge is thrilled to recognize international real estate developer Navjeet (Bob) Dhillon by presenting him with an honorary degree at Spring 2019 Convocation.

The University of Lethbridge’s annual Chancellor’s Dinner is of special significance this year as it will mark the first official event for Charles Weaselhead, the U of L’s first Indigenous chancellor.

The University of Lethbridge, in partnership with Economic Development Lethbridge and Beakerhead Creative Society, are planning a community celebration to mark the official opening of its new Science and Academic Building – and everyone’s invited. The two-day event will take place Sept. 13-14, 2019 and feature a host of interactive programs designed to showcase the spectacular 38,500 sq. metre building, celebrate ingenuity, science education, research and discovery.