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The University of Lethbridge iGEM (International Genetically Engineered Machines) teams are once again demonstrating their innovative spirit. The collegiate team is attempting an ambitious project inspired by the works of Banting and Best, the researchers who were the first to extract and administer insulin in 1922, later selling their patent to the University of Toronto for a dollar.

Two University of Lethbridge students completing Applied Studies courses have developed unique tools to help educate school children about local history.

The University of Lethbridge, thanks to funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), is launching a new series called Celebrating Connection: A SSHRC Exchange Series. The series is designed to help disseminate research findings and provide opportunities for networking and collaborating in the humanities, social sciences, arts, education and management through events such as conferences, presentations and workshops.

When Kaitlynn Weaver (BA ’16) walks across the stage to receive her Master of Arts, she’ll do so knowing she took every opportunity available to learn and develop as a person and as a scholar.

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.