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Feature Stories
Feature Stories includes all feature story content published since July 2008 on the University’s website. The content focuses on achievements and activities of our students, faculty and staff.
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-12-24)
Check out these new books from 2018 just in time for the holidays.
So light a fire, pour a steaming cup o’ joe, and curl up with one of these fascinating reads by University of Regina faculty members. Enjoy!
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-12-21)
Making the University of Regina a greener campus is something that’s top of mind for UR Sustainability, a small but committed group dedicated to promoting sustainable practices on campus.
“As sustainability is a key ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-12-20)
A video of the University of Regina Wind Ensemble’s performance of Holst’s First Suite in E-flat has gone viral after percussionist Hannah Wildman was struck by a flying mallet during a December 4, 2018 concert. As of ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-12-18)
As carbon dioxide emissions continue to rise, governments and agencies worldwide look for solutions to the problem of increasing greenhouse gas concentrations in our atmosphere. Lirong Liu, a PhD student in the University ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-12-17)
They say if you can make it in New York you can make it anywhere, and for University of Regina grad Dakota McFadzean BFA’05 (Hons) that aphorism certainly rings true.
Last week, The New Yorker magazine published ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-12-14)
In releasing its Statement of Commitment in Response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s (TRC’s) Calls to Action, the University of Regina – with campuses situated on Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 territories – renews its ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-12-14)
Gabriela Novotna is reflective as she recounts a recent trip to a managed alcohol program (MAP) in Edmonton. A multi-site residence, it provides housing and alcohol for people with severe alcohol addictions.
“Managed ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-12-13)
The Québec government has recently announced its plan to ban civil servants from wearing religious symbols.
This move comes on the heels of similar interventions, including the now-suspended Bill 62, which banned people ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-12-11)
Large wind turbines are becoming a common site on the vast Prairie landscape. And why not? There’s plenty of available wind to keep these sustainable energy sources whirling. But the spinning blades are also killing an ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-12-07)
Entrepreneurship in the province is thriving, and the new Executive in Residence in the Hill and Levene Schools of Business will work to empower women students to consider it as a career option.
Valerie Sluth was appointed ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-12-06)
Denise Asham sits with her mother and two sons as they count in Saulteaux.
With help from her mom, Cecile, she’s teaching Bradley and Cary through immersion. She’s also helping to keep the language alive in her ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-12-05)
Youth now represent nearly half the Indigenous population in Canada. These young people are at exciting times in their lives and many are planning to, or already do, attend post-secondary education.
As well, Indigenous ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-11-28)
University of Regina marketing professor Magdalena Cismaru is on a mission to study social marketing campaigns and healthy decision-making. Her research looks at how public campaigns do and do not reflect current expertise. ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-11-27)
In 2010, Dr. Simon Granovsky-Larsen found himself speeding through the night in Guatemala City, on the run from assassins. He and the family of a friend had spent several days in hiding. This wasn’t the first time his ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-11-23)
Two University of Regina groups were recognized for their service to the community.
On Wednesday, November 14, the Hill Business Students’ Society (BSS) and University of Regina Alumni Association (URAA) received ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-11-21)
The inaugural Petroleum Systems Engineering Week officially kicked off on November 19 to a packed room of eager students who were treated to a complimentary meal, along with a generous helping of wise words. Dr. Fanhua ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-11-21)
On Saturday, November 17, University of Regina alumni joined with the Centre for Continuing Education to host Friends and Family Day. The doors were thrown open to welcome more than 500 community members--young and ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-11-20)
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, invested 2 Companions, 15 Officers and 24 Members into the Order of Canada on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at Rideau Hall--among them Dr. Vianne ...
External Relations, University of Regina(External Relations, University of Regina, 2018-11-20)
Research focused on truth and reconciliation education and women’s mental health has received a boost thanks to more than $1 million in recent federal funding to the University of Regina through the Canada Research Chairs ...