Alumni & Giving

The Faculty of Science has a long history of building strong partnerships with our friends, alumni, donors and all levels of government, business and industry. To date, the faculty has graduated over 46,000 alumni and we have more than 1700 loyal donors who contribute to our annual success. Our alumni and donors span the globe and are currently living in over 100 countries.

To our science community - alumni, partners and donors alike—we are thankful for your contributions to this Faculty and to the global community.


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Alumni & Giving news

Research, Science and Technology

Science blooms with Arabidopsis

A systematic vision for a better lab plant

Research

Rock solid legacy

Unexpected friendships and experiential learning

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Alumna and astrophysicist receives prestigious Hubble Fellowship

NASA fellowship program will support Alexandra Tetarenko’s research on black holes.

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Message to alumni and friends from the Chair of the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences

Stephen Johnston, professor and chair, shares his thoughts with alumni and friends of the Department.

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Planning for a better future: Faces of Philanthropy - Lorna Stickel

Hear from Lorna Stickel on how her career and support of the Faculty of Science both look to leave a better world.

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Mourning the loss of four members of our Faculty of Science community

Remembering Pouneh Gorji, Arash Pourzarabi, Saba Saadat, and Sara Saadat

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An environment of innovation: Faces of Philanthropy - Larry & Rosa Wang

Larry Wang speaks on the thrill of discovery, gratitude, and supporting a culture of innovation at UAlberta.

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A life well learned: Esteemed physicist retires from the University of Alberta after a career committed to strengthening science

How do you sum up a life spent on campus as an undergraduate, then as a grad student, returning as a professor, evolving into a departmental chair, with a finale as vice dean in the largest undergraduate faculty at one of Canada's top five universities? Upon his recent retirement, John Beamish reflects back on a life well learned.

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She wanted to solve the plastics pollution problem-now Catherine Tays is using chemical engineering and biological sciences to make the world greener

Now Catherine Tays is using chemical engineering and biological sciences to make the world greener-taking action to protect the environment using bacteria and engineering principles.

NEW: MOOCs & Alberta curriculum alignment

The U of A is proud to offer free open online courses to the community. As we look after children at home and for ways to keep our kids and ourselves learning and having fun during school closures and home stays, these courses are a great resource.

See how our MOOCs align with the Alberta curriculum »

Susan Jensen meets with Indigenous students Rogan Alexis and Pamela Greene

Help break down barriers for Indigenous students

Susan Jensen has been a student, professor, and the first female Chair in the Department of Biological Sciences. Reflecting on her career, she was inspired to support students in a new way with the Susan Jensen Indigenous Support Fund. The fund is the first of its kind in the Faculty of Science, supporting Indigenous students via undergraduate scholarships, bursaries, and fees for equipment and conferences as they pursue their science education.

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Launching Ex-Alta 2

Empowering experiences and opportunities

The Science Experiential Skills Advantage (SESA) is a transformative initiative designed to provide every Faculty of Science undergraduate student with hands-on learning opportunities, regardless of GPA, background or financial barriers. By fostering inclusion and offering mentorship across diverse scientific fields, SESA equips students with the skills and experience to excel in their careers while cultivating a stronger, more diverse STEM talent pool. Your support helps us empower the next generation of innovators, ensuring they are prepared to lead in research, industry, and education. Together, we can shape the future of science.

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