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May 2024
May 21 | Alumni Effect
with Dr. Eli Ahlquist MPA'11
Dr. Eli Ahlquist MPA'11 is committed to expanding educational opportunities and advancing socio-economic development within the rural and First Nations communities of Northwest Saskatchewan. Recognizing the critical importance of education in fostering community development, he has dedicated his career to advocating for expanded educational capacity in rural and First Nations communities. Dr. Ahlquist has served as the Dean for Health & Human Services at Keyano College (Alberta) and currently serves as President at North West College (North Battleford & Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan), leading efforts to empower local students to pursue careers in nursing, social work, business, and skilled trades.
The Alumni Effect is a free monthly lunch-hour virtual speaker series that invites the community to hear alumni share stories from their careers and life experience. Alumni Effect speakers are invited to prepare a short, 15-minute presentation, which will be followed by an informal question-and-answer session. You can watch recordings of past Alumni Effect presentations here.
The Alumni Effect with Dr. Eli Ahlquist MPA'11
May 21, 2024 Program begins at 12:10 p.m. CST
A Zoom link will be provided in your confirmation email upon registration
Campus news | Chancellor's Community reveals the power of education to transform and innovate
What do you get when you combine brilliant minds, emerging challenges, and great networking? The Chancellor’s Community at the University of Regina!
Members of the Chancellor’s Community, guests, students, and faculty from the U of R recently gathered to hear about groundbreaking research and innovations driving advancements in water safety and security, 3D print manufacturing, geothermal energy production, wheelchair automation, and more.
Research news | U of R researcher turns an equity lens on the power grid
Through her research, University of Regina social scientist Dr. Amber Fletcher BAHons'06, PhD'14 has come to appreciate that a one-size-fits-all approach does not work when it comes to meeting the needs of communities impacted by climate disasters. As part of a project looking at the experiences of Saskatchewan communities affected by wildfires and floods, she saw that the emergency response provided by authorities—while well-intentioned—was not attentive to cultural differences.
Funding news | University of Regina’s 2024-25 budget focuses on students
The Board of Governors has approved the University of Regina’s 2024-25 budget, with revenues and expenditures each totalling $283.1 million.
After three years of deficit budgets, the University is now in a position to reinvest in strategic priority areas that enhance the student experience, such as: mental health supports, scholarships and awards, learning resources, additional faculty positions, and classroom and equipment renewal.
June 18 | Regina
As the U of R gets set to mark its 50th anniversary as an independent degree granting institution, we would love your help to identify some of the faces, places and events in our photo collections.
If you are a U of R or U of S Regina Campus alum, join us at the University of Regina Archives on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 to look at photos and swap stories with other local alumni about your university days.
Looking Back, Looking Forward: Alumni Photo Identification Session
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
U of R Archives, Dr. John Archer Library, Main Floor, University of Regina
Registration is limited to 24 people. Please register if you would like to attend.
Alumni in the News
Curtis Kleisinger BA’99; Renu Kapoor LLD'19
10 Individuals to Receive 2024 Saskatchewan Order of Merit | News and Media | Government of Saskatchewan
Marc Mueller BBA’13
Revamped running attack, O-line set to be decided at Riders’ camp | 980 CJME
Solomon Ratt BA’86, MA’97
Northern authors winners at Saskatchewan Book Awards | larongeNOW
Scott Meunier BA’00, BEd’02
Northland School Division appoints new deputy superintendent | Lakeside Leader
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Alumni Events
May 17 | Saskatoon and online
The Case for Universal Basic Income featuring Dr. Karl Widerquist
Dr. Karl Widerquist discusses how Universal Basic Income (UBI) functions, showing how it differs from other redistributional approaches. He will summarize the common arguments for and against UBI and presents his reasons for believing it is a tremendously important reform.
The Case for Universal Basic Income
May 17, 2024 from 12 – 1 p.m.
In-person (at Station 20 West, 1120 20 St. West., Saskatoon).
Online via Zoom (link provided upon registration)
This is a free event and all are welcome.
May 25 | Regina
To Sing or to Dance? That is the Question
Join the Conservatory of Performing Arts for a musical journey with piano pedagogue and perfomer Cherith Alexander! In To Sing or to Dance? That is the Question: Pedagogical Recital and Masterclass Cherith Alexander will discuss (and demonstrate) how almost all of the music we play on the piano could be classified as a "song or dance".
To Sing or to Dance? That is the Question
May 25, 2024 from 4 – 6 p.m.
Conservatory of Performing Arts
Centre for Continuing Education | Room 210
$25 plus taxes
May 25 | Regina
U of R at the Cathedral Village Arts Festival
Heading to the Cathedral Village Arts Festival later this month? Be sure to check out all the U of R-related activities and events — from film to music to groundbreaking Augmented Reality (AR) projects – there’s something to pique all interests!
U of R at the Cathedral Village Arts Festival
May 23 – 25 at various venues along 13th Avenue in the Cathedral district.
June 15 | Regina | Save the Date!
U of R at the Queen City Pride parade!
Join the University of Regina as we celebrate Pride at the 2024 Queen City Pride Parade. Join the party and meet us along the parade route!
Calling all graduates from 1974 - 75!
Share your memories with us!
As the University of Regina prepares to mark its 50th anniversary year, we're calling on you — our longtime alumni family — to share some memories of your time at the U of R.
Were you among the first to convocate from the University of Regina back in 1974-75? We'd love to hear from you! Tell us about some of the lasting connections you made: Did you meet a spouse, significant other, or best friend at the U of R? As you look back, which memories come to mind? We'll use your fondest recollections — and any photos you'd like to share — for a special segment in our upcoming spring and fall special issues of Degrees magazine celebrating the University of Regina's 50th anniversary year!
P.S. We are planning an in-person event for the Class of 1974-75 this fall as part of a special alumni week. Keep an eye on your inbox for more information in upcoming newsletters!
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