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University of Lethbridge graduate students and faculty members will tackle a variety of research projects thanks to funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC). “The U of L’s success rate with Insight Development Grants was very positive, higher than the national average and continues our momentum,” says Dr. Erasmus Okine, vice-president (research). “Our social scientists and humanities researchers are conducting leading-edge research and I heartily commend them for their efforts.”

Eleven University of Lethbridge researchers have been awarded Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) Discovery Grants worth approximately $1.8 million, payable in instalments of anywhere from one to five years. “University of Lethbridge researchers were very successful this year, with 11 out of 14 applications being awarded funding,” says Dr. Erasmus Okine, U of L vice-president (Research). “This funding of almost $2 million demonstrates the calibre of research our scientists are engaged in and I congratulate each one of them.”

The University of Lethbridge, through Destination Exploration and Sport and Recreation Services, offers a variety of summer camp experiences for children of all ages. Campers will kick off their third week of activities at the U of L on Monday, July 15. WHAT: Camps taking place the week of July 15-19 include: Destination Exploration – Structures and Buildings (Grades 1-3); Extreme City (Grades 4-6); Codemakers: Codebreakers (Grades 6-8).

Three University of Lethbridge researchers have received $2.4 million in new and renewed funding through the Canada Research Chairs (CRC) program. Dr. Matthew Bogard, an assistant professor in the Department of Biology, has been named a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Aquatic Environments. Drs. Andrew Iwaniuk, Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Comparative Neuroanatomy, and Louise Barrett, Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Cognition, Evolution and Behaviour, have received renewed funding.

The University of Lethbridge Board of Governors recently approved an updated Sexual Violence Policy that reinforces its intolerance of sexual violence and promotes a safe and supportive community for all who work, live and study at the University.

The University of Lethbridge is furthering its commitment to honouring the traditional territories of Aboriginal peoples for both its Lethbridge and Calgary campuses by officially adopting territorial acknowledgment statements. Image

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WHAT: Dr. Oliver Ernst (University of Toronto) will present a free public talk, Structure and Dynamics of GPCRs at work: Insights from the Visual System WHEN: 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 18, 2019 WHERE: B660, University Hall The Alberta RNA Research and Training Institute (ARRTI) is delighted to host Dr. Oliver Ernst, Professor in Biophysics, to present his work as part of the ARRTI Speaker Series.

Everyone is invited to attend the raising of the University of Lethbridge Pride Flag in celebration of Lethbridge Pride Week. The U of L is committed to creating a welcoming environment for all members of the campus community. Who: Ariane Tennant, U of L associate vice-president (Human Resources) Tyler Gschaid, Lethbridge Pride Fest board member Robin Beck, U of L student What: Raising the Pride Flag When: Tuesday, June 18 at 11 a.m. Where:

As the Canadian Premier League — Canada’s new Division II professional soccer circuit — continues to gather momentum in its inaugural season, University of Lethbridge economics professor Dr.