Later this month, when the Kelly Knapp rink steps out on the Montana’s Brier pebbled ice, beneath the bright lights, and the low murmur of a sold-out arena, they know that on this national stage the margins disappear. Every rock carries consequence. Every end can tilt a game. On January 11, skip Kelly Knapp BKin’12, lead Mat Ring BKin’16, BAdmin’17, […]
When Terry McKague passed away on the first morning of 2026, the educational community lost not just a dedicated teacher and administrator, but a person who made learning come alive. “Whether in a high school or university classroom, a teachers’ convention or perhaps a church sanctuary, Terry was considered a person with something worthwhile to […]
In the 1958 film, Auntie Mame, the titular character famously says, “Life is a banquet, and most poor suckers are starving to death!” The film, based on a book that also became a stage play and a musical, is about the flamboyant, unconventional and absolutely fabulous guardian of her orphaned nephew. She teaches him to […]
Q: As a columnist for The Vancouver Sun, you wrote extensively about women’s and children’s rights. What drew you to this topic? I had an extraordinary editor. He told me I could write anything I wanted and all he expected from me were interesting stories. At the time, the Sun had quite a few columnists […]
The Chorus Beneath Our Feet Melanie Schnell Radiant Press Released October 2025 The inspiration for Melanie Schnell’s latest novel came to her during a writers’ retreat as an image: two women standing on the branch of an enormous tree in the middle of a storm. Schnell BEd’93 wasn’t able to delve into the idea immediately, […]
On Friday, October 24, we celebrated the 2025 University of Regina Alumni Awards and Sports Hall of Fame — an inspiring evening at the Conexus Arts Centre honouring the remarkable achievements of our some of our most esteemed alumni and athletes. This year marked the first time our long-standing Alumni Awards and Sports Hall of […]
You’ve built experience. You’ve developed skills. Now it’s time to build on that foundation and take your next big step. Graduate studies at the University of Regina are designed for people like you—working professionals, community leaders, and lifelong learners who want to grow, specialize, and make a lasting impact. Why Go Back to School […]
A textbook is a crucial part of almost every class, but with prices that are often $150 per book or more, and with multiple courses per term — these costs add up quickly. For many students, affording the necessary textbooks for their courses can be a serious and stressful barrier to success. A textbook might […]
I hope you’re all well! As we move quicky towards the holiday season and a new year in 2026, it’s difficult to believe that 2025 is almost behind us. What a fabulous time to reflect on the many opportunities and accolades our beloved institution, the University of Regina, has afforded alumni this past year, as […]
Welcome to the Fall/Winter 2025 edition of Degrees magazine. In this issue of Degrees, you’ll read about some of our amazing alumni – advocates for Indigenous health, esteemed authors, and award-winning scholars among them. As I often say, our alumni are our University’s greatest ambassadors – and it’s our privilege to share stories about their incredible […]