This notice is from the archives of The Notice Board. Information contained in this notice was accurate at the time of publication but may no longer be so.
The University of Lethbridge expresses its deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Dr. Al Barnhill, who recently passed away.
Barnhill, who earned his PhD in business administration, taught in the then Faculty of Management from 1983 through 1987, and ran an independent small business as well as a management consulting business. His ties to the University of Lethbridge were strong, especially to its students, who he continued to support as an active donor.
Barnhill established the Alexander Barnhill Bursary for International Students in honour of his father, who he says was his guiding light to higher education. The bursary is awarded to entering or continuing undergraduate international students with financial need.
Most recently, Barnhill was a key contributor to the World University Service of Canada Student Refugee Program at ULethbridge.
“My experience is that student refugees are incredibly hard working, motivated and have overcome huge obstacles to seek an education,” he said. “In many cases, they are learning a new culture, even a new language, in addition to their studies. Providing a small amount of financial assistance while they build their life in Canada is important to their long-term success.”
Barnhill’s dedication to higher learning and community building will be sorely missed but will continue on through the many worthy causes he supported. For more on his philanthropical legacy, see this feature story.
A private service in honour of Barnhill has already been held and the University will lower its flag in his honour on Tuesday, August 23, 2022. Please see this obituary in the Lethbridge Herald for further information.
Contact:
Trevor Kenney | trevor.kenney@uleth.ca