Author: AL
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September 30th for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
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At the end of this month, we come together to acknowledge the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day on September 30th. This is a day to reflect, learn, and honor the children who never returned home, the survivors of residential schools, and their families and communities.…
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What is Community Service Learning?
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🌟 What is Community Service-Learning (CSL)? 🌟 CSL at the University of Alberta offers students the opportunity to apply their learning in real-world contexts by partnering with local community groups. Through these partnerships, students gain valuable experience while contributing to their community and deepening their understanding of social and political…
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Mike Petryik School of Dentistry Announcment
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On September 10th 2024, I had the honor of joining Dentistry Chair Dr. Paul Major and University President Bill Flanagan, along with esteemed guests, to celebrate a remarkable milestone for our community. Proud alumnus Mike Petryk and his family generously donated $10 million to support the future of dental education,…
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Week of Welcome = WOW
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Week of Welcome (WOW) Welcome to the first week on campus, where the most amazing events arguably happen during this time! Wondering what Week of Welcome is all about? Well here is a fun little post about WOW. What is Week of Welcome? Week of Welcome (WOW) is organized by…
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Exciting News: Treaty 6 Flag Raising in Spring
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We’re thrilled to announce that in Spring 2025, the University of Alberta will be hosting a significant event—the raising of the Treaty 6 and Métis Nation flags. Led by Florence Glanfield, Vice-Provost (Indigenous Programming and Research), this initiative includes efforts to integrate Indigenous history into key areas of our campus,…
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Your Go-To Source for UAlberta News: What is The Gateway?
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If you’re a student at the University of Alberta, you’ve likely heard of The Gateway—but what exactly is it? Founded in 1910, The Gateway is UAlberta’s official student media outlet, dedicated to bringing you the latest campus news, student opinions, and much more. Operated by the Gateway Student Journalism Society…
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Anonymous Survey Platform for UofA Students
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Are you a student at the University of A? Do you want to share your thoughts and opinions anonymously? Look no further than the newly launched survey platform created by your UofA Board of Governors Representative. This website is designed to provide a safe and secure space for students to…