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11 – 11:30 a.m. | Alum X: From Leroy Little Bear to Reconciliation: Addressing the Trauma of Colonialism presented by Diane Turner (BEd ’81) -- PE264 (1st Choice Savings Centre for Sport & Wellness)
Lawyer Diane Turner tells the story of her introduction to the experiences of aboriginal peoples in the legal system at the U of L and how it has influenced her career and advocacy work as a lawyer in British Columbia.
11 – 11:30 a.m. | AlumX: Perspective – Your Mind’s Greatest Tool presented by Derek Schmaltz (BA ’12) -- PE261 (1st Choice Savings Centre for Sport & Wellness)
Having suffered a traumatic event just weeks before he started classes at the U of L, Derek Schmaltz shares his experiences of lows and highs and the perspectives his trauma and healing have given him.
2 – 2:30 p.m. | AlumX: Journey to the Olympics presented by Ashley Steacy (BSc ’15) -- PE275 (1st Choice Savings Centre for Sport & Wellness)
Listen as Pronghorns legend Ashley Steacy recalls her journey, from four Canada West and three U Sports national titles to the top of the women’s rugby world at the 2016 Rio Olympics and a bronze medal for Canada.
2 – 2:30 p.m. | AlumX: Finding your Passion presented by Sarah Lajeunesse (BMgt ’12) -- PE261 (1st Choice Savings Centre for Sport & Wellness)
Internationally certified life coach Sarah Lajeuesse will help show you how to redefine success on your own terms and start living with more meaning, power, passion and purpose!
2:30 – 3 p.m. | AlumX: The Songwriter’s Process presented by John Wort Hannam (BA/BEd ’96) -- PE275 (1st Choice Savings Centre for Sport Wellness)
A former teacher from the Blood Reserve, John Wort Hannam tells the story of his transition into singer/songwriter and the influences that helped him write the U of L’s 50th anniversary song “Let it Shine On.”
2:30 – 3 p.m. | AlumX: 50 Years in 20 Minutes presented by Kevin McGeough (BA ’96) -- PE261 (1st Choice Savings Centre for Sport & Wellness)
Learn about the University’s 50 year history in a dynamic and entertaining 20-minute presentation.
Free
Contact:
University of Lethbridge Alumni | alumni@uleth.ca | 403-317-2825 | blogs.ulethbridge.ca/50-years/homecoming