Midday Musings U of A Museums' new summer programming gives the community a way to engage their creativity.
July 24, 2025
Community Congrats: July 2025 Recapping the recent achievements from the U of A community across our campuses.
July 24, 2025
Health And Wellness, Business, Society and Culture, Research
The antidote to burnout in health care? Promote joy on the job Workplace autonomy, relationships and positive leadership help health-care workers — and the benefits ripple out to patients, researchers find.
July 23, 2025
Society and Culture, Research, Science and Technology
The cricket ick factor: sustainability not a selling point for bug-based snacks New research provides food for thought on the challenges of convincing people to consider eating insects.
July 17, 2025
Lowering the Flag: Greg Kawchuk The University of Alberta banner is flying at half-mast from July 11-14, 2025 in remembrance of Greg Kawchuk.
July 11, 2025
In Photos: Celebrating Indigenous Peoples and Pride The Faculty of Native Studies showcased two-spirit pride during its annual celebration event.
July 10, 2025
Your guide to the best outdoor study spots on North Campus Rebeca shares her favourite spaces, complete with tranquil sounds and friendly wildlife.
July 10, 2025
Science and Technology, Research, Business
Power paradox: Why wind energy could face an economic squeeze Engineering grad’s thesis suggests wind power is displacing more carbon than it gets credit for — which could make it a victim of its own success.
July 07, 2025
Research, Science and Technology
Tuning in to the sounds of Canada’s wildlife AI is transforming how researchers monitor and study birds and amphibians.
June 30, 2025
Celebrating National Indigenous History Month 2025 Understanding our collective responsibilities and re-establishing a connection to Treaties and the layered history of land.
June 26, 2025
Restoring kinship with native plants at Augustana Campus Willow White, an assistant professor at Augustana Campus, invites the U of A community to engage with native plants and Indigenous sustainability knowledge.
June 26, 2025
Lowering the Flag: Elif Su Yilmaz The University of Alberta banner is flying at half-mast from June 25 - 26, 2025 in remembrance of Elif Su Yilmaz.
June 25, 2025
From the President's Desk
David Bressler will serve as VP effective July 1, 2025. David Bressler will serve as VP effective July 1, 2025.
June 23, 2025
Tips to Launch a Thriving Startup A grad who builds businesses reveals his essential strategies for success
June 20, 2025
Science and Technology, Research, Health And Wellness, Society and Culture, Business
U of A ranked in global Top 10 for impact on sustainability Prominent international ranking acknowledges significant contributions to sustainable development through research, teaching and community engagement.
June 18, 2025
Research, Science and Technology
Student-led crew brings Albertosaurus named Rose to the screen The original Walking With Dinosaurs series sparked their passion for paleontology — 25 years later, they’re helping the BBC bring Rose to life for audiences worldwide.
June 17, 2025
It Always Seems Impossible—Until It’s Done: Spring 2025 Convocation Address Former U of A chancellor Peggy Garritty reflects on possibility, imposter syndrome and the winding path of a meaningful life. From Mandela to Murrow, Broadway to the stars—her speech is a reminder that while the world may be uncertain, your impact doesn’t have to be.
June 12, 2025
Beyond convenience: New lactation pod is making a difference A new initiative from the Office of the Dean of Students and the Students’ Union aims to provide more support for parents on campus.
July 24, 2025
Have You Met...Dave Ritz? Meet Dave, the business operations coordinator for Vikings Athletics.
July 24, 2025
How to Build a Better Relationship With Your Dog Your pup is communicating. Here’s how to listen
July 21, 2025
Health And Wellness, Research
‘I just don’t feel like myself’: new clinic to focus on women’s health before, during and after menopause U of A nursing team tapped to pilot virtual primary care and lead research for women aged 35+ in northern Alberta.
July 16, 2025
Launching the 2025-28 Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies Action + Partnership Plan The first of its kind from GPS, this plan outlines how we will partner with the community to shape the graduate student and postdoctoral scholar experience at the U of A.
July 10, 2025
Verna’s Vlog with Rickey Yada Provost Verna Yiu chats with the dean of the Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences about his vision for the faculty's future.
July 10, 2025
Weaving knowledge and joy: A non-Indigenous student's experience at the Indigenous Peoples and Pride Celebration The Faculty of Native Studies hosted First Nations, Métis, and Inuit performances and a community gathering in honour of National Indigenous History Month.
July 10, 2025
Health And Wellness, Research, Science and Technology
New radiotracer could make breast cancer detection quicker, more accurate U of A research team set to test new PET scan molecule in European clinical trials.
July 03, 2025
Sustainability in Action: Lianne Lefsrud Lianne Lefsrud's research is changing regulations, zoning bylaws, building codes, standards and, ultimately, how industry partners work to manage unsustainable risks.
June 26, 2025
Announcing a Chief Transformation Officer for the University of Alberta This new role will drive the transformation necessary to best position us to continue to achieve excellence in teaching, research and community engagement.
June 26, 2025
Health And Wellness, Research
80 per cent of colorectal cancers resist immunotherapy. This DNA treatment could help U of A research team hones in on molecules that could be added to current therapies to activate the immune system against hard-to-treat cancers.
June 25, 2025
Health And Wellness, Research
‘Healthy kids learn better’ U of A researcher leads project to evaluate and support Canada’s school-based healthy living programs.
June 23, 2025
Video Spotlight: A stitch in time to fight fabric waste Textile researchers team up with thrift shops to salvage discarded clothing — and end up reselling two-thirds of it.
June 20, 2025
Health And Wellness, Society and Culture, Science and Technology, Business
U of A solidifies Top 100 position in latest QS global rankings University rises to 94th worldwide, holds steady at fourth in Canada thanks to a gain in academic reputation.
June 18, 2025
Mates for life: identical twin grads share vision of veterinary careers William and Wyatt Brintnell are graduating together with U of A degrees in animal health, and have plans to one day open a clinic specializing in exotic pets.
June 16, 2025
Decades-long quest for U of A gallery space is coming to fruition The University of Alberta will be home to a new 5,000-square-foot gallery inside the Telus Centre.
June 12, 2025
Launching Built for Purpose: The University’s Strategic Campus Plan The plan ensures our facilities and spaces will best serve the needs of our people, today and tomorrow.
July 24, 2025
Health And Wellness, Research, Science and Technology
Researchers design cancer vaccine blueprint AI-driven computer model of a vaccine shows promise in priming the immune system to target melanoma cells.
July 24, 2025
Worth the visit: exploring the Humanities Centre (HC) Terrence takes us on a tour of the HC on North Campus. You can experience this tour by reading this article - there are lots of photos – but Terrence recommends checking it out yourself. It’s the only way to see if this building is truly worth the visit.
July 17, 2025
Battery breakthrough: researchers improve performance of rechargeable water-based cells An advance in 19th-century technology could offer a cheaper, more eco-friendly alternative to lithium-ion batteries.
July 14, 2025
Have You Met...Carmen Norris Meet Carmen, acting manager, service innovation, Enrolment Systems and Service Innovation (ESSI)
July 10, 2025
In photos: Edmonton Protocol Celebrates 25 Years Celebrating a made-in-Edmonton scientific breakthrough that improved the lives of diabetes patients across the globe.
July 10, 2025
Stage setter: Theatre education cultivates skills for any career The fine art of drama may be the “secret sauce” for developing the adaptability students need to thrive in diverse fields.
July 09, 2025
Health And Wellness, Research, Science and Technology
New theory on dairy cow disease could revolutionize animal health — and maybe human medicine “Milk fever” in cattle may be more complex than just a calcium deficiency, research suggests — and may change how we look at inflammation.
July 02, 2025
Community Congrats: June 2025 Recapping the recent achievements from the U of A community across our campuses.
June 26, 2025
Have You Met... Adam Robertson Meet Adam Robertson, the University of Alberta’s new Deputy Registrar.
June 26, 2025
Health And Wellness, Research, Science and Technology
Malnutrition may be a hidden health factor for people with obesity and osteoarthritis New research could help improve nutritional assessment and support for patients.
June 26, 2025
Are Productivity Tools Worth It? Five tips to make them work for you
June 24, 2025
Science and Technology, Society and Culture, Research, Health And Wellness, Business
How the U of A became Canada’s top AI university New ranking highlights how cutting-edge research and practical partnerships are making a real difference in artificial intelligence.
June 23, 2025
A glimmer of defiance: anchoring yourself when life feels overwhelming Gurleen shares her personal toolkit for navigating overwhelm and choosing empowerment in the face of adversity.
June 19, 2025
Research, Health And Wellness
Getting beyond the gut: AI tool reveals hidden health risks for people with inflammatory bowel disease Researchers analyze 20 years of patient data to identify associated illnesses that might otherwise be missed — including autoimmune, mental health and heart issues.
June 18, 2025
Beyond the finish line: Olympic cyclist finds new career track Two-time Olympian Allison Beveridge embarks on a new chapter, bringing her elite sports background to her practice as a physiotherapist.
June 13, 2025