Dean's MessageOur Strategic Plan for 2017 - 2021 was approved by the Board of Governor’s in October 2016 and serves as a flexible framework for decision-making moving forward. In keeping with our Strategic Plan, we are committed to our Vision: “Best. Management. Experience.” 2016/2017 ConvocationThe Faculty of Management would like to congratulate the 478 students that walked across the stage this academic year, making the transition from students to alumni. Family and friends packed the gymnasium to cheer as loved ones were officially awarded their degrees after several years of hard work. Leroy Little Bear and Amethyst First Rider Honoured at 30th Annual Scholarship DinnerNearly 500 people rose to their feet in enthusiastic applause to recognize the couple standing on stage at the University of Lethbridge's Faculty of Management 30th Annual Scholarship Dinner at the Coast Hotel Thursday, April 13th. Finance Student's SuccessesThe Faculty of Management would like to congratulate several finance students on recent successes at both the 2017 CME Group Trading Challenge in April 2017 and the 2017 Rotman International Trading Competition in February 2017. Farewell to RetireesThe Faculty of Management celebrated seven retirements in 2017. With their combined years of service totaling more than 130 years, these faculty and staff members have had a significant impact on students, colleagues and the community as educators, mentors and administrators. Management Alumni Named Top 40 Under FortyTen of the Top 40 Under Forty presented by the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce and BDO are Faculty of Management alumni. Congratulations on this accomplishment! Accounting Alumni & Student SuccessesThe Faculty of Management would like to recognize and congratulate several accounting alumni and students on some of the accomplishments they have recently achieved. Beetle Mystery Finally SolvedOn a cold, snowy Monday morning, back in January of 1984, the University of Lethbridge awoke to a perplexing situation that would become a 33-year mystery. For the last three decades, we have wondered who did it, why and how? One of the masterminds behind has come forward to share his story. Impactful Research Conducted in Faculty of ManagementCurrent research being conducted by faculty range from the management of land and communities, truth and reconciliation for FNMI peoples, assisted living versus long term health care, resource scarcity and food waste and more... Dr. Carla Carnaghan Receives YWCA Lethbridge Women of Distinction AwardDr. Carla Carnaghan has been awarded numerous distinctions for her teaching and now, one more very important award has been added to the list: the YWCA Lethbridge Women of Distinction award. Kristene Coller Named 2017 Calgary Campus Instructor of the YearKristene Coller (BA ’99, MSc ’04), an instructor on the Calgary Campus since 2009, has been teaching students how to manage responsibly in a global environment. For Coller, the University of Lethbridge is a place of familiarity. Scott Crighton(BMgt '90)Scott Crighton is the entrepreneur and CEO behind Pop’s Taphouses; Mojos Pub and Grill; Coulee Brew Co and Kingsmen Ale House. Scott shares some insight on why education is important and what makes Coulee Brew special. Leo Shifrin(BMgt '08)Ten years after graduating, Shifrin’s education, experience and taste of the possible culminated in his, and his partner’s, appearance on Dragons’ Den in December 2016 pitching his newest business venture: Good Luck Sock. Vanessa Hanel(BMgt '09 & MSc '11)Hanel worked on the administrative side of the Calgary Farmers Market for over a year and decided she wanted to be the grower, not the one sitting behind the desk. So in the basement of her home in Calgary, Hanel launched Micro YYC. Homecoming WeekendReconnect and reminisce with friends, classmates and faculty at an unforgettable weekend celebration. Return to campus, relive your best U of L memories and build new ones at Homecoming. Everyone is welcome at this community event! September 1 - 3. The Shine On Summer Festival kicks off on Saturday evening featuring performances by Dallas Smith, Corb Lund, The Washboard Union, DJ Millz Skillz (uLethbridge’s favourite DJ), a fireworks extravaganza, and more. On Sunday, enjoy a summer afternoon celebrating arts, culture and community. Ignite the Weekend: With Chevelles and Special GuestsThe U of L means something different to each person who has walked its hallways. Homecoming is a time to share memories. Join us for a night of great music and informal conversations with some of our most celebrated faculty and friends. September 1, 7-11PM, SU Ballrooms. A Look Back (Video)Dr. Robert Boudreau (Dean, Faculty of Management) and Dr. Shamsul Alam (Associate Dean, Faculty of Management) take us back over a collective 60+ years with the University of Lethbridge to reminisce on the past and look toward the future. Get Your Faculty of Management Pin Today!In the spirit of Reconciliation, in respect for being on traditional Blackfoot lands and on the occasion of the U of L’s 50th Anniversary, the Faculty of Management has created four pins we would like to share. |