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For more than 50 years, the Pit has been a cherished gathering place for our campus community. Now, it returns brighter, more accessible, and more versatile than ever before.

Guided by consultations on design, accessibility, and student-focused spaces, the revitalization reflects the needs of today's campus community and enhances the student experience. With flexible seating, improved lighting, additional power outlets, and expanded event capacity, the reimagined Pit supports everything from quiet study sessions and small classes to performances and community gatherings.

The revitalization was made possible through the generosity of donors, alumni, retirees, faculty, and friends. Among its major supporters is alumnus Greg Bamford BAdmin'00, whose contribution honours the legacy of his father, Dave Bamford-the former U of R Director of Budgets and Resource Planning who helped shape many key projects across campus.

"I'm so excited to help ensure this communal space remains for future generations to enjoy-a space that will witness many unforgettable memories being made and woven into its walls," Bamford says.

Greg Bamford BAdmin'00 and family.

As part of the University's ongoing commitment to truth and reconciliation, the revitalization also introduces a visible and lasting Indigenous presence through the artwork of Larissa Kitchemonia, an artist from The Key First Nation and a graduate of both the First Nations University of Canada and the University of Regina.

"It's important that Indigenous students see themselves reflected in the spaces where they learn and gather. When Indigenous art and stories are visible on our campuses, it sends a clear message that Indigenous people are present," says Lori Campbell, Associate Vice-President of Indigenous Engagement.

In addition to Kitchemonia's artwork, artists Sean Whalley and Grace Boyd from the Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance created Echoes Between Centre, a steel sculpture in celebration of the University's 50^th anniversary.

 

Grace Boyd and Sean Whalley MFA'01 from the Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance. Cadmus Delorme BAdmin'13, MPA'16, University Chancellor; Larissa Kitchemonia BFA'19, artist; and Lori Campbell BA'95, BA'05, MAEd'16, Associate Vice-President, Indigenous Engagement

"By investing thoughtfully in the spaces that bring us together, we enhance the student experience and create vibrant places for connection and learning," says Dr. Jeff Keshen, President and Vice-Chancellor. "The revitalization of this iconic space shows both current and future students that the University of Regina is a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible place, ready to support them today and for generations to come."

With its revitalization complete, the AdHum Pit will continue to serve as a central hub for student life, learning, and community for decades to come.

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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 accomplishments.

The University's fall semester drawing to a close - with classes winding up, exams just around the corner, and 2026 on the horizon. This point of the year always reminds me of that time in a student's life when they're making plans for the future, and as an institution, we're no different: having marked our 50^th anniversary this past year, the University of Regina is now taking the opportunity to look ahead as we embark on a strategic planning process to guide us for the next ten years and beyond.

As we consider where we want to be a decade from now, we're crafting a vision of the University as an institution that will lead the way through research and innovation to address some of the greatest challenges we face, both regionally and globally. Our alumni family - now more than 95,000 strong and making a positive difference to their communities here and around the world - is a big part of that future.

It's my honour to serve as President at this very exciting time for the University and the communities we so proudly serve.

Please enjoy this issue - and I wish you all a very happy winter!

Yours sincerely,

Dr. Jeff Keshen
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