2023
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Playing Vikings women’s basketball about more than the sport
Veteran Vikings player appreciates support from teammates, alumni and financial aid program.
University of Alberta Augustana Campus receives largest gift in its history
Donation of $2 million honours the memory of former dean of women Cora Martinson
Convocation ‘23: Treyl Ernst, BA Physical Education, Augustana Campus
From student athlete to community builder
Should I stay or should I go?
Some life decisions are easy. Sometimes you labour over them. Meet three Augustana alumni who’ve made big changes.
Voices rarely heard
Cultural programming for Indigenous people in prison is controversial. Some say it helps incarcerated people grow and heal. Others say prisons only perpetuate colonial values. Researcher Justin Tetrault and his team on the U of A Prisons Project wanted to hear what the experts had to say. So they asked them.
A better balance
In an agricultural setting, managing wetlands can get murky. Augustana grad and adjunct professor John Pattison-Williams helps farmers assess the value and the challenge
Alumni donor wants to help students find their path
Software engineer Robin Rondeau says studies at Augustana set him up for career success.
In ‘Men’s Sheds,’ mental health is the project
Growing movement could offer a practical, affordable way to boost mental health support for men in rural Alberta communities.
From the Provost’s Desk: Congratulations to the recipients of the 2023 Provost's Award for Early Achievement of Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to these faculty members for their important contributions to our campus communities.
Consider This: Wâhkôhtowin at work - Connecting with Maskwacîs Education Schools Commission
Augustana students participate in workshops with the community to learn more and grow Indigenous curriculum.
Four ways to stay safe with cannabis edibles this Halloween
They may look like candy, but edibles aren’t for young trick-or-treaters. Here’s a grab bag of expert tips to keep in mind.
Study explores risk factors for suicide in farmers
Understanding unique circumstances of farm culture could help build resilience in a vulnerable group, say researchers.
Elder John Crier named 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient
Elder Crier’s land-based teachings and leadership have affected the Augustana community and far beyond. This year, he is recognized as Augustana's 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient.
Consider this: Who decides how we decolonize prison?
Exploring Indigenous peoples’ experiences with the “Indigenized” aspects of Canada’s prison system.
How to train like an Oiler
A former Vikings athlete and current Oilers staff member shares pro tips from the NHL.
Missing and murdered: The role of colonialism
How centuries of stereotypes and systemic discrimination shaped a national tragedy.
James Mayer named 2023 Lois Aspenes Award recipient
The support James Mayer received as a student on campus has driven him to give back to Augustana for nearly 50 years.
AI could make studying birds easier
Student teams up with researchers to solve thorny challenges of reviewing hours of video captured in the wild.
Dee Patriquin named 2023 Citation Award recipient
Collaboration has been at the core of Citation Award winner Dee Patriquin’s work as a volunteer, mentor and environmental scientist.
Augustana receives medal honouring 20-year partnership
Presented by the provost of the Universidad de Oriente in Santiago de Cuba, the medal recognizes the strength importance of university partnerships.
Core courses set up students for success in work and life
Students at Augustana Campus start developing critical learning and career skills from the day they begin their degrees.
Sustaining and building a better Augustana
Augustana's dean, Demetres Tryphonopoulos, shares updates and highlights from the past year to the community.
Consider This: The value of collaboration
Augustana professor Ingrid Urberg shares the importance of considering different voices to strengthen storytelling.
How Augustana’s small campus nurtured one grad’s big quest to make a difference
While earning a management degree, Robel Ng’ong’a learned how to use his creativity, perspective and skill to solve problems and enrich his community.
How Augustana’s small campus nurtured one grad’s big quest to make a difference
While earning a management degree, Robel Ng’ong’a learned how to use his creativity, perspective and skill to solve problems and enrich his community.
Meet the Grads: Rebekah Stretch
Ahead of Spring Convocation 2023, get to know one of Augustana’s grads: Rebekah Stretch, a bachelor of arts student in ethics and global studies.
Meet the Grads: Rebekah Stretch, BA, Ethics and Global Studies
Ahead of convocation, get to know one of Augustana’s grads: Rebekah Stretch, a bachelor of arts student in ethics and global studies.
Meet the Grads: Tyler Weenink
Ahead of Spring Convocation 2023, get to know one of Augustana’s grads: Tyler Weenink, a bachelor of science student in biology
Meet the Grads: Tyler Weenink, BSc Biology
Ahead of Spring Convocation 2023, get to know one of Augustana’s grads: Tyler Weenink, a bachelor of science student in biology
Meet the Grads: Jewel Anne Naicker
Ahead of Spring Convocation 2023, get to know one of Augustana’s grads: Jewel Anne Naicker, a bachelor of science student in math and physics
Meet the Grads: Jewel Anne Naicker, BSc, Math and Physics
Ahead of convocation, get to know one of Augustana’s grads: Jewel Anne Naicker, a bachelor of science student in math and physics
Meet the Grads: Lauren Cardinal
Ahead of Spring Convocation 2023, get to know one of Augustana’s grads: Lauren Cardinal, a bachelor of arts student in physical education (kinesiology and sport studies).
Meet the Grads: Lauren Cardinal, BA, Kinesiology and Sport Studies
Ahead of convocation, get to know one of Augustana’s grads: Lauren Cardinal, a bachelor of arts student in physical education (kinesiology and sport studies)
Have You Met ... Anne McIntosh?
Meet Anne McIntosh, Associate Dean of Teaching at Augustana.
The 2023 Student Life Awards
On April 12, students, staff, faculty and community members celebrated how they contribute to student life on campus. Discover this year's nominees and recipients!
U of A to offer high-demand health-care programs in rural Alberta
More future health professionals will be able to study closer to home and go on to provide vital services in local communities, thanks to new provincial funding.
Gib's Tree
Professor Emeritus David "Doc" Larson remembers the late Professor Emeritus Garry Gibson.
It helps to be outgoing
In nearly a decade of learning, volunteering and working in Canada, Augustana alumna Fowzia Huda has learned a few things about community involvement
A human interest story
The ability to explain themselves may be the most valuable trait we could build into our AI systems.
The most famous abbey you've never heard of
In the 16th century, a group of nuns was remaking the way ordinary people practised their own religious devotion. Augustana scholar Brandon Alakas reveals some surprising reasons why it’s important today.
Researcher aims to assess ripple effects of rodent disease
Protecting vital wildlife could also reduce health risks for nature-loving humans, says conservation biologist.
Creativity through a queer and transgender lens
Learn about poet and scholar Lucas Crawford, who explores art, literature, pop culture and mental health
Getting the real story
Sociologist and assistant professor Justin Tetrault explores social inequality by talking to prisoners and extremists
Augustana professor working to help African philosophy find new relevance
Michael Omoge wants to help remedy the erosion of African thought systems caused by colonization.
New stats course helps students develop a data skill set
Unorthodox approach encourages learners to hone workplace-ready skills in finding and analyzing the right information to tackle real-world problems.
Tracking animals’ responses to the challenges of nature
Meet animal biologist and assistant professor Ivy Schoepf, who wants to see similar research opportunities available to more people.
Quiet confidence
Learn about Judge Bill Andreassen, recipient of Augustana’s 2022 Distinguished Alumni Award.
Seeing the good
2022 Citation Award winner Tammy Richard has spent around 20 years supporting Augustana students and staff with their mental health.
“I am my ancestors wildest dreams”
2022 Lois Aspenes Award winner Gordon Naylor connected to his Cree culture while a student at Augustana — and now, works to inspire the next generation of young Indigenous students
Diabetes Canada announces $1.5 million of new research funding for five U of A recipients
Medicine and Dentistry article on how End Diabetes Awards will fund projects that have potential for breakthroughs in diabetes management.
Harnessing AI to catch those pesky software bugs
A Q+A about software engineer Thibaud Lutellier, who is out to squash those irritating and sometimes dangerous tech glitches.