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Feature Story: "Making Treaty 4" a powerful, emotional journey
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-07-04)Canada's relationship with Indigenous peoples and its contemporary significance was the subject of the Globe Theatre production Making Treaty 4 (MT4) this spring. The play is not a historical reenactment but a conceptual ... -
Feature Story: "Whose Settlement?" offers crash course on residential schools and 60s Scoop settlement
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-10-11)With clean drinking water on reserves and compensation payments for residential school survivors among the many political issues impacting Indigenous peoples during the upcoming federal election, a thorough understanding ... -
Feature Story: #GetReal with Ben Hillis: An Up Close and Personal Chat on Sports and Mental Health
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2022-05-02)It's Mental Health Week - May 2-8, 2022! And Ben Hillis knows the importance of the Canadian Mental Health Association dedicating this week to mental wellness awareness. Hillis, an all-star guard with the Cougars men's ... -
Feature Story: #GivingTuesdayNow - global day of giving and unity
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2020-05-05)Canadians know how to rally around a good cause. Last December, in just one 24-hour period, Canadians raised $21.9 million to help scores of Canadian charities, including the University of Regina, during the 7th annual ... -
Feature Story: $1 million gift and $500,000 matching pledge to support in Saving Darke Hall
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-08-26)A transformational gift was announced this morning to help return Darke Hall to its former glory, and to inspire the community to push its renewal to completion. A capacity crowd gathered in the newly renovated Historic ... -
Feature Story: 'There for the students': Rob Kleisinger wins U of R Distinguished Service Award
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2022-12-13)Rob Kleisinger was on a bus bound for southern Saskatchewan when Brett Banadyga first met him in the summer of 2017. Kleisinger, the University of Regina's manager of mechanical services at the time, and Banadyga, then ... -
Feature Story: 10 money-saving tips for students
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2022-08-26)University can get expensive - and when you're juggling large financial obligations (often for the first time), every dollar counts. Going into the 2022-23 school year, the U of R's associate director of enrolment ... -
Feature Story: 10 places around the U of R to snap your next profile pic!
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2021-07-22)With its amazing architecture and spectacular visuals, First Nations University of Canada is one of the most beautiful spots on the U of R campus. -
Feature Story: 10 questions with Jordan Kos, U of R student and national champion lawn bowler
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2022-09-01)My name is Jordan Kos and I was born and raised in Regina - I'm a true prairie girl and proud to call Saskatchewan my home. I am enrolled at the University of Regina in a concurrent program: Faculty of Education and Faculty ... -
Feature Story: 11 interesting courses to take this Spring/Summer semester
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2022-03-24)Have you wanted to learn the basics of another language, or perhaps make wood-fired ceramics under the guidance of a visiting wood-firing expert? From entrepreneurship to criminological theories and video game music, we've ... -
Feature Story: 11th annual Inspiring Leadership Forum hits record attendance
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2020-03-05)More than 830 attendees from across Canada packed the International Trade Centre in Regina on March 4 for the University of Regina's 11th Inspiring Leadership Forum, presented by TD. "Women's leadership is not a women's ... -
Feature Story: 12 courses you can take to incorporate Black history into your post-secondary education
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2022-02-18)February is Black History Month and we’ve put together an updated list of 12 U of R courses you can take to enhance your understanding of both the struggles and triumphs of Black people throughout North American history. -
Feature Story: 40 Years of Giving: The University of Regina’s United Way campaign is underway
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2021-11-02)The 40th Anniversary of the U of R’s United Way campaign has kicked off with students, faculty and staff once again demonstrating their giving spirit in support of local community organizations. -
Feature Story: 46th Fall Convocation celebrates academic excellence, leadership, and community service
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-10-18)The University of Regina's 46th Fall Convocation takes place today at the Conexus Arts Centre in Regina honouring the outstanding achievements of 738 graduates being awarded 758 credentials. "Congratulations to all of ... -
Feature Story: 5 books to celebrate Black Canadian literature
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2022-02-25)Dr. Barbara McNeil, Associate Professor of Language and Literacy Education, is no stranger to the power of a good book. We sat down with Dr. McNeil to see what books and authors she recommends to celebrate Black Canadian ... -
Feature Story: 5 by 25: U of R 2020-2025 Strategic Plan sets interconnected, achievable goals
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2020-06-18)For the first time in its history, the University of Regina released its new Strategic Plan across a virtual platform. The U of R's 2020-2025 Strategic Plan kahkiyaw kiwȃhkomȃkȃninawak - All Our Relations was launched via ... -
Feature Story: 5 programs for international students
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2021-08-18)The University of Regina has plenty of supports to enrich first-year international students' post-secondary educational experience. -
Feature Story: 5 programs to take advantage of as a University of Regina student
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2021-07-29)Navigating from high school to a larger University campus can be challenging. Here are 5 programs to help you make the most out of your university years at the U of R. -
Feature Story: 5 reasons to continue your education and upgrade your career
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2022-03-14)The pandemic has left many people with a new appreciation for the importance of work-life balance and it has also given us all the opportunity to pause and re-evaluate what we want the future of our careers to look like. Are ... -
Feature Story: 5 tips for getting through final exams
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2022-12-08)Like most of your fellow students, you're probably dreading final exam season. Seeing those chairs and desks stacked up in the hallways near the gyms can really put a pit in your stomach, but there are some things you can ...