The University of Lethbridge has a number of events lined up this week that may be of interest to your readers, viewers and listeners. Members of the media who are interested in covering these events are encouraged to contact the individual event organizer directly.
Opening Reception — Imagined Space
Wednesday, June 1, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Main Gallery, W600
Imagined Space, curated by David Smith, will feature abstract artworks of the Canadian Prairies from the U of L art collection. The exhibit will be on display until Thursday, Aug. 18 at 8:30 p.m.
Contact: Art Gallery, artgallery@uleth.ca
First Nations, Métis and Inuit Student Convocation
Wednesday, June 1, 6 p.m., Students’ Union Ballrooms
The accomplishments of graduating FNMI students will be celebrated at a mini-powwow and an eagle feather presentation.
Contact: Joanna Russell, 403-394-3902, joanna.russell@leth.ca
Spring 2016 Convocation Ceremonies
Thursday and Friday, June 2 and 3, 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., 1st Choice Savings Centre
Family and friends will be celebrating the accomplishments of 1,452 students during convocation ceremonies. The ceremony is the capstone of students’ educational experiences, rich with tradition and symbolism, and a formal recognition of students’ achievements. This year marks the last ceremonies for Chief Marshal Sheila McManus; she will be handing over the University Mace to a new chief marshal at the end of the last ceremony.
Contact: Trevor Kenney, 403-360-7639, trevor.kenney@uleth.ca, or Caroline Zentner, 403-795-5403, caroline.zentner@uleth.ca
First Friday Lunch & Listen Concert Series — Romancing the Guitar
Friday, June 3, 12:15 to 1 p.m., Casa, ATB Financial Community Room
This concert features the talents of Jason Barron, a faculty member with the U of L Music Conservatory.
Contact: Breanne Stewart, 403-329-2144, breanne.day2@uleth.ca
Strings Festival — U of L Conservatory of Music
Saturday, June 4, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., various locations, U of L Centre for the Arts
Strings players of all ages will be on campus for master classes, private lessons and technique classes. The festival is a day-long immersive experience for strings players and gives them access to the facilities and rehearsal spaces U of L music students use and the opportunity to spend the day with strings experts.
Contact: U of L Music Conservatory, 403-329-2304, music.conservatory@uleth.ca
Culture Vulture Saturdays — Marvelous Fingerprints
Saturday, June 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Centre for the Arts, Atrium
Finger painting and drawing give everyone the chance to get downright messy without having to worry about the cleanup.
Contact: Art Gallery, artgallery@uleth.ca
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Contact:
Caroline Zentner, public affairs advisor
403-394-3975 or 403-795-5403 (cell)
