Features

  • The Face of a Century

    December 12, 2014

    It was an intriguing idea: choose one grad from each year since the University of Alberta started awarding degrees. The result was a story big enough to fill a century.

  • Susan Smith, a mother of three, worked with Alberta Child and Family Services and is a community volunteer and an advocate for seniors.

    The Everyday Hero

    December 12, 2014

    Every day, Susan Smith makes a difference in the lives of the people around her. It's important that she, and grads like her, are celebrated.

  • In her role as director of outreach for the Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton, Christine Mhina draws on her experience in her home country of Tanzania, where she worked with women in rural communities.

    The Global Caregiver

    December 12, 2014

    Christine Mhina empowers women to find their own solutions to problems in their communities.

  • As a writer and producer for The Simpsons, Joel Cohen has brought laughter into the homes of audiences all over the world.

    The Hollywood Writer

    December 12, 2014

    Joel Cohen,'88 BSc, tells us how he transformed a biology degree into a successful career writing for one of the world's most beloved TV shows, The Simpsons.

  • George Robertson, whose 100th birthday aligns with the kickoff of the Alumni Association's centenary year, embodies the lively mind and love of learning that define U of A alumni.

    The Lifelong Learner

    December 12, 2014

    George Robertson has been learning for more than a century, even releasing a gaming app at the age of 97. He has much to teach us about not being afraid of new challenges.

  • Success: An Unexpected Mix

    December 12, 2014

    University is a microcosm for life - and life isn't always conventional.

  • The Celebration of a Century

    December 12, 2014

    Meet three alumni who are helping plan Green & Glow Winterfest, Jan. 29-31, to celebrate the Alumni Association's 100th birthday.

  • Question Period with Greg Zeschuk

    December 12, 2014

    The co-founder of BioWare left a storied video game career to start fresh. Really fresh - with wheat and barley and hops.