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Congratulations to 2026 Ethics Bowl Champions!
3+ day, 28+ min ago (92+ words) Congratulations to 2026 Ethics Bowl Champions!University of Alberta Congratulations to 2026 Ethics Bowl Champions! Pictured: Professor Jack Zupko, Anne B'gin, Carys Kregel and Inez da Silva Congratulations to Victoria School of the Arts, winners of the 2026 Edmonton Regional High School Ethics…...
Residents Champion LGBTQ2S+ Inclusion at Inclusive Health Conference
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (139+ words) Surgery residents highlighted advances in gender affirming surgery research while showcasing the Department's commitment to LGBTQ2S+ inclusion through the Association of Out Surgeons and Allies. Drs. Paul Lerner and Chantal Allan Drs. Paul Lerner and Chantal Allan presented at the Faculty…...
U of A team developing ‘game-changing’ ultrasound imaging technology for lymphatic disorders
1+ week, 5+ day ago (165+ words) New technology could revolutionize diagnosis and treatment for people living with painful lymphedema. March 10, 2026 By Geoff McMaster Lymphedema is a painful disease that causes fluids to build up and swell in body tissue, afflicting more than a million Canadians. But…...
Tuition Increase Proposal: Q&A with Melissa Padfield, Deputy Provost (Students and Enrolment)
4+ day, 31+ min ago (1007+ words) Each year, the University of Alberta assesses the tuition we pay as students to determine if there is a need for an increase " this upcoming year, we can expect to see changes to tuition rates across the institution. To break…...
Roommates, leases and community: lessons in student living
4+ day, 6+ hour ago (857+ words) From vetting roommates to the hidden trap of buying furniture, Prabhnoor shares his essential roadmap for navigating your living arrangements. March 19, 2026 By Prabhnoor YouAlberta is written by students for students. Prabhnoor's determined to keep improving a little bit every day…...
‘I felt safe at the University of Alberta’
4+ day, 23+ hour ago (1177+ words) Ukrainian master's grad Yelyzaveta Mamula demonstrates resilience and courage as war makes it impossible for her to study at home. March 18, 2026 By Gillian Rutherford Liza (Yelyzaveta) Mamula was set to fly to Italy for a study term abroad in February…...
From Austria to Alberta: New accounting award honours a legacy of resilience
5+ day, 2+ hour ago (457+ words) #1 in Canada, #30 Globally Inspired by his father's journey as a newcomer to Canada, alumnus Mike Christ and his family have established a $25,000 award to support the next generation of accounting students Carmen Rojas - 17 March 2026 When Mike Christ (2000 BCom) was a…...
Cultivating Inclusive Excellence
5+ day, 13+ hour ago (335+ words) 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award To Malinda Smith, the U of A's founding sentiment of "uplifting the whole people' still rings true By Lisa Ostrowski, '10 BA "I was always interested in how to make things better for my community and those around…...
March 2026: Message from the dean
6+ day, 3+ hour ago (312+ words) #1 in Canada, #30 Globally From the Canadian Business Leader Award to national student competitions and the university's first winter convocation, the Alberta School of Business has had a remarkable start to the year. Dean Vikas Mehrotra shares highlights from the past…...
Consider This: How Heated Rivalry became a viral success
1+ week, 4+ day ago (882+ words) An expert on fandom and reading culture explores the mix of timing, online buzz and reader passion that helped transform a hockey romance into a global phenomenon. It's impossible to ignore the wild popularity of Heated Rivalry. While some viral…...