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A student for life
Dr. Jay Cowsill (PhD) has been continually enrolled at USask since 1997
Conservatives might not sweep all seats in Sask., political watchers say
CBC Saskatchewan
"The Conservative Party has had to shift towards the centre in order to compete with the Liberals for swing voters," says Dr. Daniel Westlake (PhD), an assistant professor in the Department of Political Studies
USask, City of Saskatoon join forces on practical research
Four projects focused on improving life for Saskatoon residents will move forward thanks to Research Junction, an innovative partnership between the City of Saskatoon and the University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra: The Art of The Big Band
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Department of Music head Dean McNeill is artistic director of the Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Students’ artwork to be showcased during augmented reality tour on USask campus
In partnership with Nuit Blanche Saskatoon, USask will host a Nuit Blanche Eve event from 4 pm – 7 pm on Friday, Sept. 24, 2021
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra: The Fab 4 and More: Beatles for Big Band
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Department of Music head Dean McNeill is artistic director of the Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra: Dimensions In Sound
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
An audiovisual collaboration with Department of Art and Art History faculty member Allyson Glenn
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra: Make A Joyful Noise!
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Department of Music head Dean McNeill is artistic director of the Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra: Back In The Swing of Things!
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Department of Music head Dean McNeill is artistic director of the Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Nuit Blanche Eve Augmented Reality Tour at USask
This all-ages contemporary art event will feature 16 AR artworks created by 12 USask students
Bill Waiser receives 2021 Cheryl and Henry Kloppenburg Award for Literary Excellence
Saskatchewan Writers’ Guild
Dr. Bill Waiser (MA'76, PhD'83, DLitt'10) is a distinguished professor emeritus and one of the College of Arts and Science's Alumni of Influence
anohc kipasikonaw/we rise/niipawii: Installation of the final step
The last of 13 carved stone steps will be installed at the Gordon Snelgrove Gallery
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra: The Art of The Big Band
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Department of Music head Dean McNeill is artistic director of the Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Students’ artwork to be showcased during augmented reality tour on USask campus
In partnership with Nuit Blanche Saskatoon, USask will host a Nuit Blanche Eve event from 4 pm – 7 pm on Friday, Sept. 24, 2021
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra: The Fab 4 and More: Beatles for Big Band
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Department of Music head Dean McNeill is artistic director of the Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra: Dimensions In Sound
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
An audiovisual collaboration with Department of Art and Art History faculty member Allyson Glenn
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra: Make A Joyful Noise!
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Department of Music head Dean McNeill is artistic director of the Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra: Back In The Swing of Things!
Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Department of Music head Dean McNeill is artistic director of the Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra
Nuit Blanche Eve Augmented Reality Tour at USask
This all-ages contemporary art event will feature 16 AR artworks created by 12 USask students
anohc kipasikonaw/we rise/niipawii: Installation of the final step
The last of 13 carved stone steps will be installed at the Gordon Snelgrove Gallery
Changing landscape of the family farm inspires USask professor’s new book of poetry, short film
Field Requiem, the new book of poetry by Dr. Sheri Benning (PhD), will be discussed during an online launch event on Sept. 29
Dancing Sky Theatre returns with a unique take on the pandemic
Discover Humboldt
Numerous College of Arts and Science alumni are involved in the production, including Crispi Lord (BFA'98), Sheldon Corbett (BMus'80), Jenna Berenbaum (BFA'15) and Jensine Trondson (BFA'19)
Award-winning USask history student returns to post-secondary studies after more than 50 years
Sarah Trevor has been honoured with the Ruth and Eber Pollard Scholarship in History and the Simpson Prize in History
Book launch: Field Requiem by Sheri Benning
Benning is an assistant professor in the Department of English in the College of Arts and Science at the University of Saskatchewan
A student for life
Dr. Jay Cowsill (PhD) has been continually enrolled at USask since 1997
Bill Waiser receives 2021 Cheryl and Henry Kloppenburg Award for Literary Excellence
Saskatchewan Writers’ Guild
Dr. Bill Waiser (MA'76, PhD'83, DLitt'10) is a distinguished professor emeritus and one of the College of Arts and Science's Alumni of Influence
Changing landscape of the family farm inspires USask professor’s new book of poetry, short film
Field Requiem, the new book of poetry by Dr. Sheri Benning (PhD), will be discussed during an online launch event on Sept. 29
Dancing Sky Theatre returns with a unique take on the pandemic
Discover Humboldt
Numerous College of Arts and Science alumni are involved in the production, including Crispi Lord (BFA'98), Sheldon Corbett (BMus'80), Jenna Berenbaum (BFA'15) and Jensine Trondson (BFA'19)
Bread and bytes: Russell Muzzolini brings Saskatchewan values to Silicon Valley
Bridges
Dr. Russell Muzzolini (BSc'88, MSc'92, PhD'92) was honoured with a College of Arts and Science Alumni of Influence award in 2020
‘I would absolutely recommend this certificate’: Graduates see value in USask’s ethics, justice and law program
The Certificate in Ethics, Justice and Law was developed to offer USask students an opportunity for substantive philosophical study of values in their moral, social and legal contexts
Saskatoon-born Zachari Logan's Ghost Meadows premieres at Remai Modern
Saskatoon StarPhoenix
Ghost Meadows is a new exhibition at Remai Modern featuring work by College of Arts and Science Alumni of Influence award recipient Zachari Logan (BFA'05, MFA'09)
USask ArtSci graduate builds career from undergraduate research experiences
Terava Groff plans to pursue a Master of Science degree in geography beginning in September 2021
USask PhD graduate returns to academia to pursue a research-focused undergraduate degree
“Discovering, exploring, and learning are exhilarating to me”
Alumni mover and shaker: Dr. Ashley Tshala
The Green & White
Dr. Ashley Tshala (BSc’16, MD’20) still feels the sting of racism she felt as a youngster growing up in a predominately white Saskatoon neighbourhood
Alumni highlight: Lindsay Knight
The Green & White
At 13 years old, Lindsay Knight (ARTS'10, MA'13) discovered the lyricism and storytelling of hip-hop music
USask research is for the birds
The Green & White
The legacy of a conservationist lives on through her $2.3-million giftSee all Science & Technology News
USask, City of Saskatoon join forces on practical research
Four projects focused on improving life for Saskatoon residents will move forward thanks to Research Junction, an innovative partnership between the City of Saskatoon and the University of Saskatchewan
Making the promised Canada Water Agency a reality
Policy Options
Dr. Corinne Schuster-Wallace (PhD), a faculty member in the Department of Geography and Planning, has co-authored an article published in Policy Options magazine
GWF director awarded lifetime hydrology research award
USask Distinguished Professor Dr. John Pomeroy (PhD) is Canada Research Chair in Water Resources and Climate Change and a faculty member in the Department of Geography and Planning in the College of Arts and Science
Canada's waning water supply sows division in farm belt
CTV News
As the climate changes, winter precipitation falls more frequently as rain than snow, leaving less water stored in the mountains, says hydrologist Dr. John Pomeroy (PhD)
College of Arts and Science welcomes seven new faculty members
The new hires join the biology, drama, Indigenous studies, mathematics and statistics, and political studies departments
CLS employee blends traditional Indigenous knowledge with mainstream science after enrolling in USask’s STEM Accelerator courses
One of the most impactful learning experiences of Bernie Petit’s career took place at the University of Saskatchewan in 2020, when she enrolled in 90-level courses offered through the Indigenous Student Achievement Pathways program
New era for quantum computing possible thanks to warped crystals: USask research
University of Saskatchewan mathematician Dr. Steven Rayan (PhD) and University of Alberta physicist Dr. Joseph Maciejko (PhD) have developed a whole new theory of quantum material, based on a non-standard geometry called hyperbolic geometry
Scientists warn glacier in Canadian Rockies is slipping away before their eyes at unprecedented rate
Global News
“It’s horrific to see this almost unrecognizable from one year ago, two years ago, let alone 10-20 years ago,“ said Dr. John Pomeroy (PhD), a faculty member in the Department of Geography and Planning
USask ArtSci graduate builds career from undergraduate research experiences
Terava Groff plans to pursue a Master of Science degree in geography beginning in September 2021
USask PhD student seeks to better design agricultural drainage projects as farmers face more extreme precipitation
Holly Annand is an award-winning PhD candidate in the Department of Geography and Planning
First-of-its-kind project at the USask Global Institute for Food Security imaging live plants for more nutrient-efficient crop breeding
The project is co-led by Dr. Brian Ham (PhD), a faculty member in the Department of Biology, and Dr. Jean Claude Kieffer (PhD) at the Institut national de la recherche scientifique in Quebec
USask research is for the birds
The Green & White
The legacy of a conservationist lives on through her $2.3-million gift
anohc kipasikonaw/we rise/niipawii: Installation of the final step
The last of 13 carved stone steps will be installed at the Gordon Snelgrove Gallery
College of Arts and Science welcomes seven new faculty members
The new hires join the biology, drama, Indigenous studies, mathematics and statistics, and political studies departments
CLS employee blends traditional Indigenous knowledge with mainstream science after enrolling in USask’s STEM Accelerator courses
One of the most impactful learning experiences of Bernie Petit’s career took place at the University of Saskatchewan in 2020, when she enrolled in 90-level courses offered through the Indigenous Student Achievement Pathways program
Transitional justice for Indigenous Peoples should be a key federal election issue
The Conversation
“Transitional justice,” centred on accountability and redress for victims, refers to the ways countries emerging from periods of conflict and repression address large-scale or systematic human rights violations
Number of First Nations people living with IBD in Saskatchewan has doubled
College of Arts and Science researchers were among the members of the IBD Among Indigenous Peoples Research Team
Family support made a big difference for grads
Eagle Feather News
College of Arts and Science alumna Larissa Burnouf (BA'18, Cert'21, JD'21) recently graduated with a law degree and a certificate in Indigenous governance and politics while raising her two children and working full-time
Indigenous fire teams in Sask. aim for bigger role after B.C. blazes
Saskatoon StarPhoenix
University of Saskatchewan anthropology professor Dr. James Waldram (PhD) says Saskatchewan must rethink its evacuation policy as fires grow more common
USask science ambassadors connect virtually with northern schools
The science ambassador team brought culturally responsive science education to about 500 K–12 students this spring
Statement on unmarked graves found at former residential school at Cowessess First Nation
A message from College of Arts and Science Dean Peta Bonham-Smith and Vice-Dean Indigenous Angela Jaime
Cree actor receives new USask student drama award
Christopher Krug-Iron is the first recipient of the Henry Woolf Bursary in Drama
Craigleith Depot launches book featuring stories of seven generations of Indigenous women
Collingwood Today
Dr. Kathryn Labelle (PhD) is the author of the book Daughters of Aataentsic: Life Stories from Seven Generations
Learn Indigenous history from Indigenous experts: Sask. Métis prof
CBC Saskatchewan
Dr. Allyson Stevenson (PhD), Gabriel Dumont Research Chair in Métis Studies, said Indigenous historians play a relevant role in the reckoning currently happening across CanadaSee all Politics & Society News
Conservatives might not sweep all seats in Sask., political watchers say
CBC Saskatchewan
"The Conservative Party has had to shift towards the centre in order to compete with the Liberals for swing voters," says Dr. Daniel Westlake (PhD), an assistant professor in the Department of Political Studies
USask, City of Saskatoon join forces on practical research
Four projects focused on improving life for Saskatoon residents will move forward thanks to Research Junction, an innovative partnership between the City of Saskatoon and the University of Saskatchewan
Making the promised Canada Water Agency a reality
Policy Options
Dr. Corinne Schuster-Wallace (PhD), a faculty member in the Department of Geography and Planning, has co-authored an article published in Policy Options magazine
Sept. 21: Election panel event
Join the Department of Political Studies for a virtual panel event, featuring experts who will offer their insights on the federal election
College of Arts and Science welcomes seven new faculty members
The new hires join the biology, drama, Indigenous studies, mathematics and statistics, and political studies departments
Neanderthal hand axes connect USask students to the past
The Department of Archaeology and Anthropology is home to a pair of stone hand axes made by Neanderthals about 200,000 years ago
Therapy dogs set to assist with vaccination clinics on USask campus
Starting on Sept. 7, 2021, every member of the USask community—all students, faculty and staff—will be required to show proof of at least one dose of a World Health Organization (WHO)-approved COVID-19 vaccine before coming onto campus
Therapy dogs reduce anxiety for vaccine clients
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Through a partnership with St. John Ambulance and the University of Saskatchewan (USask), the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) had therapy dogs available at walk-in clinics
‘I would absolutely recommend this certificate’: Graduates see value in USask’s ethics, justice and law program
The Certificate in Ethics, Justice and Law was developed to offer USask students an opportunity for substantive philosophical study of values in their moral, social and legal contexts
Transitional justice for Indigenous Peoples should be a key federal election issue
The Conversation
“Transitional justice,” centred on accountability and redress for victims, refers to the ways countries emerging from periods of conflict and repression address large-scale or systematic human rights violations
Survey shows little sympathy for unvaccinated, Sask. residents less likely to mask up
Global News
Typically there are stages during a pandemic, according to medical anthropologist Dr. Pamela Downe (PhD)
USask research labs to get new, souped-up equipment, thanks to major federal funding
Four USask research teams have been awarded nearly $678,000 by the Canada Foundation for Innovation for equipment and labs
Conservatives might not sweep all seats in Sask., political watchers say
CBC Saskatchewan
"The Conservative Party has had to shift towards the centre in order to compete with the Liberals for swing voters," says Dr. Daniel Westlake (PhD), an assistant professor in the Department of Political Studies
Making the promised Canada Water Agency a reality
Policy Options
Dr. Corinne Schuster-Wallace (PhD), a faculty member in the Department of Geography and Planning, has co-authored an article published in Policy Options magazine
Sept. 21: Election panel event
Join the Department of Political Studies for a virtual panel event, featuring experts who will offer their insights on the federal election
Transitional justice for Indigenous Peoples should be a key federal election issue
The Conversation
“Transitional justice,” centred on accountability and redress for victims, refers to the ways countries emerging from periods of conflict and repression address large-scale or systematic human rights violations
Survey shows little sympathy for unvaccinated, Sask. residents less likely to mask up
Global News
Typically there are stages during a pandemic, according to medical anthropologist Dr. Pamela Downe (PhD)
Regina's Dewdney Avenue is a constant reminder of the mass killing of Indigenous people
CBC News
Edgar Dewdney was responsible for quelling dissent among the chiefs, writes Dr. Robert Innes (PhD), professor in the Department of Indigenous Studies
Learn Indigenous history from Indigenous experts: Sask. Métis prof
CBC Saskatchewan
Dr. Allyson Stevenson (PhD), Gabriel Dumont Research Chair in Métis Studies, said Indigenous historians play a relevant role in the reckoning currently happening across Canada
Can justice in Kamloops come through the International Criminal Court?
Policy Options
It seems unlikely that the ICC will extend pressure or assistance unless the Canadian government itself requests it, writes Dr. Kirsten J. Fisher (PhD)
New stat holiday a chance to 'get educated,' Sask. residential school survivor says
CTV News
For real action, Indigenous people need to be part of policy decision-making, said Dr. Priscilla Settee (PhD), a faculty member in the Department of Indigenous Studies
What I told my child about the Kamloops graves—to honour the 215
Maclean's
College of Arts and Science alumna Tenille Campbell (BA'07) describes the exhaustion of hearing about residential school trauma, and her determination to share those stories with the next generation
Canada must do more to ensure global access to vaccines
The Sheaf
Dr. Simonne Horwitz (D. Phil), a faculty member in the Department of History, says wealthy countries should be purchasing vaccines “on a one-to-one basis” and contributing to COVID-19 Vaccines Global Access
Holding cells vs. carpools: what systemic racism looks like in investigation into Colten Boushie's death
CBC Indigenous
We do not need another report or inquiry in 30 years that more 'cultural training' is needed, writes Department of Indigenous Studies faculty member Dr. Robert Henry (PhD)See all Students & Campus Life News
A student for life
Dr. Jay Cowsill (PhD) has been continually enrolled at USask since 1997
Students’ artwork to be showcased during augmented reality tour on USask campus
In partnership with Nuit Blanche Saskatoon, USask will host a Nuit Blanche Eve event from 4 pm – 7 pm on Friday, Sept. 24, 2021
Nuit Blanche Eve Augmented Reality Tour at USask
This all-ages contemporary art event will feature 16 AR artworks created by 12 USask students
Award-winning USask history student returns to post-secondary studies after more than 50 years
Sarah Trevor has been honoured with the Ruth and Eber Pollard Scholarship in History and the Simpson Prize in History
CLS employee blends traditional Indigenous knowledge with mainstream science after enrolling in USask’s STEM Accelerator courses
One of the most impactful learning experiences of Bernie Petit’s career took place at the University of Saskatchewan in 2020, when she enrolled in 90-level courses offered through the Indigenous Student Achievement Pathways program
Neanderthal hand axes connect USask students to the past
The Department of Archaeology and Anthropology is home to a pair of stone hand axes made by Neanderthals about 200,000 years ago
Therapy dogs set to assist with vaccination clinics on USask campus
Starting on Sept. 7, 2021, every member of the USask community—all students, faculty and staff—will be required to show proof of at least one dose of a World Health Organization (WHO)-approved COVID-19 vaccine before coming onto campus
USask to launch new symphony orchestra this fall
Renowned conductor Shah Sadikov will teach the new course, MUAP 298.1: Symphony Orchestra, which USask students can opt to take for credit
‘I would absolutely recommend this certificate’: Graduates see value in USask’s ethics, justice and law program
The Certificate in Ethics, Justice and Law was developed to offer USask students an opportunity for substantive philosophical study of values in their moral, social and legal contexts
New ASSU president lauds ‘sense of community’ in College of Arts and Science, urges students to get vaccinated
Lucas Kobashi is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science, with minors in physics and mathematics, as well as a Certificate in Global Studies
USask ArtSci graduate builds career from undergraduate research experiences
Terava Groff plans to pursue a Master of Science degree in geography beginning in September 2021
USask PhD student seeks to better design agricultural drainage projects as farmers face more extreme precipitation
Holly Annand is an award-winning PhD candidate in the Department of Geography and Planning
College of Arts and Science welcomes seven new faculty members
The new hires join the biology, drama, Indigenous studies, mathematics and statistics, and political studies departments
New USask Certificate in Urban Design offers deeper understanding of built environments
More than half of the courses will be taught in a studio format, which supports applied experiential, conceptual and skills-based training through making
‘Water is the elixir of life’: New USask certificate program focuses on water science
The Certificate in Water Science will offer students theoretical and practical training in hydrologic science
College of Arts and Science offers innovative new courses for 2021 Fall Term
The College of Arts and Science is the largest and most academically diverse college at USask, with 21 departments, 50 degree programs and 16 certificate programs
USask psychology department unveils new name
The Department of Psychology is now the Department of Psychology and Health Studies
Music professor named interim associate dean student affairs
Dr. Darrin Oehlerking (DMA) has been appointed to a key leadership role in the College of Arts and Science
Message of congratulations from Dean Peta Bonham-Smith
The College of Arts and Science's 2021 spring graduation celebration will be held online on Tuesday, June 1 at 5 pm
College of Arts and Science recognizes distinguished staff
Shannon Boklaschuk and Joni Morman are the winners of the 2021 Dean’s Distinguished Staff Award
College of Arts and Science employees nominated for staff recognition award
Fourteen outstanding employees of the College of Arts and Science have been nominated for the 2021 Dean’s Distinguished Staff Award
Five instructors honoured with College of Arts and Science Teaching Awards
Dr. Jorden Cummings, Dr. Kyle McLeister, Dr. Marla Mickleborough, Dr. Christopher Phenix and Dr. Ulrich Teucher are award recipients
Dr. Bram Noble named new Vice-Dean RSAW
Dr. Bram Noble (PhD), a faculty member in the college’s Department of Geography and Planning, will begin his five-year renewable term beginning on July 1, 2021