As I write this message, it is with immense joy and gratitude that I reflect on our recent Fall 2023 Convocation ceremony and the profound significance it held for everyone who attended. On October 20, as we gathered to celebrate the academic achievements of our graduates, I watched my own daughter cross the stage to […]
As the days grow shorter and the temperature drops, most of us tend to hunker down for long winter nights, binge-watching favourite shows while indulging in unhealthy snacks. Exercise routines also tend to suffer when it takes time to layer up just to head out the door. For RCMP officers in remote areas of northern […]
Gary J. Drummond was totally surprised when he was told he would receive an honorary degree from the University of Regina, though he notes that he “seemed to be on the radar”, having received an Alumni Association Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019, in recognition of his career as a business leader. As an eight or […]
Leah Lawrence BASc’94 was inspired to work on climate change and sustainable development while studying engineering at the University of Regina. Her professional journey first took her to Calgary, where she worked on climate strategy and energy technology investment, before becoming an entrepreneur and starting her own company. Leah’s focus on climate, technology and entrepreneurship […]
Throughout her long and distinguished career, Verda Petry MEd’89 has served as an educator, volunteer, and community advocate. She has been an embodiment of her strongly held values through her active volunteerism, along with service on a variety of boards and committees. Verda served as an educator for many years with Regina Public Schools and […]
Dr. Matina Kalcounis-Rueppell BSc’93 MSc’96 is an internationally recognized scientist whose research focuses on the biology of acoustic communication in wild bats and mice — two large, fascinating, and biodiverse groups of mammals that communicate using ultrasound. Her research has been funded by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada, the US National […]
Jada Yee BAdmin’15, MAdmin’20 is a leader, volunteer, and educator. Currently the Director of Business Development for FHQ Developments, he has spent more than 20 years in various leadership roles within the casino gaming industry, and teaches at the First Nations University of Canada’s Indigenous Business and Public Administration program. As a committed volunteer, Jada […]
As an elite athlete, coach, and family support worker, Brittany Hudak BSW’19 is an inspiration to many. Brittany has been a member of Canada’s Para-Nordic Ski team since 2015 and is a three-time Paralympic Bronze medalist (PyeongChang 2018 and Beijing 2022). She is also the winner of multiple World Cup and World Championship medals, and […]
Chief Perry Bellegarde S.O.M. BAdmin’84 (Little Black Bear First Nation, Treaty 4 Territory) has dedicated his life to championing the rights and well-being of First Nations. For 35 years, he has held various First Nations leadership roles, including two terms as the National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) from 2014-2021. He describes […]
