Arts and Science News
USask President’s Medal winner finds purpose in helping others
When she wasn’t studying, Amélia Katherine Gagnon—and her dog—supported students, health-care workers and patients
Upcoming Events
Yann Martel on Writing and Making Sense of it All
Nov 27, 2024
Acclaimed author explores what writing can be and shares insights on his upcoming books
USask Concert Band: Around the World and Beyond
Nov 27, 2024
The USask Concert Band will perform pieces that uses fixed media as a way to meditate on the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic and its relation to space exploration
Global Café: Sisters for Sale
Nov 27, 2024
A documentary screening and Q&A with creators of the film "Sisters for Sale" that uncovers a human trafficking crisis and leads to an incredible series of events
(Re)Connecting
Nov 25-29, 2024
An exhibition about the time before the everyday was defined
(Re)Connecting
University Art Galleries and Collection
An exhibition about the time before the everyday was defined
Literature Matters: Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan Panel
A discussion led by Department of English faculty member and Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan board member Jessica McDonald
Literature Matters: The Greatest Australian Poet Who Never Was
A public talk by Department of English faculty member Peter Robinson
Literature Matters: Listening to the Voices of Children in William Blake’s Songs of Innocence and Experience
A public talk by Department of English Professor Emerita Lisa Vargo
Literature Matters: Sustainably Don(n)e: Taking Care of Digital Literary Resources
A public talk by Department of English faculty member Brent Nelson
Alumni Book Nook: Dr. Betty Ternier Daniels
Green & White
Saskatchewan writer Dr. Betty Ternier Daniels (BA’75, BA’86, MA’86, PhD’95) has published her first book, a novel titled Grounds for Murder
How to Avert the Coming Arms Race
Princeton University professor Dr. Robert J. Goldston (PhD) discusses how to bring stability to a dangerous age
Spotlight on USask History: The CLS Shining a Light on the Path to Brilliance
Twenty years ago this fall marked the launch of the nation’s largest science project in a generation—the Canadian Light Source
Rounding
University Art Galleries and Collection
A space of unlearning, teaching, activation and processual exhibition
Four things to know about SuperDARN at USask
The Canadian component of the Super Dual Auroral Radar Network (SuperDARN) is monitoring space weather and studying its impacts on Earth
USask makes strides in international subject rankings
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has ranked in the top 100 universities in the world in four subject areas: Water Resources, Agricultural Sciences, Earth Sciences, Veterinary Sciences
Brownlee Family Foundation supports premiere business summit at USask
Philanthropists and dedicated volunteers, Wayne Brownlee (BSc'75, MBA'77) and Ina Lou Brownlee have made a significant gift to support Prairie Business Summit at Edwards School of Business
(Re)Connecting
University Art Galleries and Collection
An exhibition about the time before the everyday was defined
Literature Matters: Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan Panel
A discussion led by Department of English faculty member and Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan board member Jessica McDonald
Literature Matters: The Greatest Australian Poet Who Never Was
A public talk by Department of English faculty member Peter Robinson
Literature Matters: Listening to the Voices of Children in William Blake’s Songs of Innocence and Experience
A public talk by Department of English Professor Emerita Lisa Vargo
Literature Matters: Sustainably Don(n)e: Taking Care of Digital Literary Resources
A public talk by Department of English faculty member Brent Nelson
Rounding
University Art Galleries and Collection
A space of unlearning, teaching, activation and processual exhibition
‘Community is a verb’
USask PhD student leads community research with tangible results in Saskatoon core neighbourhood
USask blanket project honours children who never made it home
University Art Gallery director jake moore worked with Donna van de Velde and the Mistatimōk Committee to tie orange ribbons for the spirit of each child who never made it home from residential schools
Global Café: Sisters for Sale
A documentary screening and Q&A with creators of the film "Sisters for Sale" that uncovers a human trafficking crisis and leads to an incredible series of events
USask Symphony Orchestra: The New World!
The USask Symphony Orchestra will be performing classic works from Ive and Dvorak, as well as music from West Side Story, Naruto and Rocky
USask Concert Band: Around the World and Beyond
The USask Concert Band will perform pieces that uses fixed media as a way to meditate on the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic and its relation to space exploration
U of S Wind Orchestra: Scenes from Past to Present
The Wind Orchestra will present a variety of traditional and new repertoire, while celebrating a diverse pool of composers, styles and cultureSee all Alumni and Giving News
Alumni Book Nook: Dr. Betty Ternier Daniels
Green & White
Saskatchewan writer Dr. Betty Ternier Daniels (BA’75, BA’86, MA’86, PhD’95) has published her first book, a novel titled Grounds for Murder
Brownlee Family Foundation supports premiere business summit at USask
Philanthropists and dedicated volunteers, Wayne Brownlee (BSc'75, MBA'77) and Ina Lou Brownlee have made a significant gift to support Prairie Business Summit at Edwards School of Business
International education journey takes new USask graduate to Ottawa
Green & White
Kathryn Sawatzky (BA’24), the College of Arts and Science’s study abroad coordinator, finds learning opportunities at a national conference
From Colombia to Canada: USask instructor finds solace in academia and military
At the age of 43, Dr. Andres Posso-Terranova (PhD) began his military life again
Remembering Gordon Patterson: From POW to the University of Saskatchewan
He was the first Canadian awarded the Distinguished Flying Medal and went on to survive five years in German prisoner of war camps
Indigenous USask graduating student uses art, degree to build community
An award-winning multimedia artist and musician will be graduating with a master’s degree at the 2024 USask Fall Convocation
USask President’s Medal winner finds purpose in helping others
When she wasn’t studying, Amélia Katherine Gagnon—and her dog—supported students, health-care workers and patients
Alumni Book Nook: Jebunnessa Chapola
Green & White
Dr. Jebunnessa Chapola (GPSC’18, PhD’22) has written a new book exploring reconciliation from her lived experiences as a racialized newcomer academic mother
A passion for interdisciplinary research
Green & White
USask graduate Vyom Patel (BSc’23) is now exploring the interface of quantum information, machine learning and applied mathematics
Golden Goals
Green&White
The husband-wife duo of Brett (BA’22) and Carmen Levis (BScNutr’17) are forever bonded by their time as Huskie student-athletes and their love of the beautiful game.
Yann Martel on Writing and Making Sense of it All
Acclaimed author explores what writing can be and shares insights on his upcoming books
New music travel award for students inspired by mother’s career
The Irene McEwen Travel Award for Music Students designed to help students participate outside of SaskatchewanSee all Science & Technology News
How to Avert the Coming Arms Race
Princeton University professor Dr. Robert J. Goldston (PhD) discusses how to bring stability to a dangerous age
Spotlight on USask History: The CLS Shining a Light on the Path to Brilliance
Twenty years ago this fall marked the launch of the nation’s largest science project in a generation—the Canadian Light Source
Four things to know about SuperDARN at USask
The Canadian component of the Super Dual Auroral Radar Network (SuperDARN) is monitoring space weather and studying its impacts on Earth
Harvesting triple wins
Dr. Christy Morrissey (PhD) seeks to advance our understanding of the value of ecosystem services
A farewell to the original USask linear accelerator
On Campus News
Sixty years ago, it transformed the university. Now, it is being replaced.
How one of the first X-ray tubes came to USask from a family farm
For more than 50 years, no one was sure what it was
New USask Schulich leaders excel in the classroom and the community
Sahas Mittal and Rowan Redekopp have been named the USask 2024 recipients of the prestigious Schulich Leadership Scholarship
A prayer not a protest
Canadian Geographic
In 40 years of studies, Dr. John Pomeroy (PhD) and colleagues have watched the South Saskatchewan River transform
USask agriculture, environmental sustainability projects receive Canadian Space Agency funding
Two innovative projects will use satellite technology for detailed mapping and analysis of the Earth’s surface
Geology Atrium to be temporarily closed for maintenance work
Geology Atrium to be temporarily closed from Aug. 13 to Sept. 4
USask Science Outreach and VIDO bring vaccine knowledge to Sask schoolkids
Top vaccine scientists are helping with science education for Indigenous K to 12 students
USask researchers part of discovery of three extinct walnuts in Arctic
An international research project discovered three new extinct walnut species in an unlikely place
Indigenous USask graduating student uses art, degree to build community
An award-winning multimedia artist and musician will be graduating with a master’s degree at the 2024 USask Fall Convocation
USask blanket project honours children who never made it home
University Art Gallery director jake moore worked with Donna van de Velde and the Mistatimōk Committee to tie orange ribbons for the spirit of each child who never made it home from residential schools
Indigenous USask student spends summer research project with wild horses
Summer research experience helped Arts and Science undergraduate student overcome imposter syndrome
New funding announced for Indigenous health research network
The NEIHR has received $37.6 million over five years from the federal government through CIHR
Anishinaabe elder uses online video to pass along love of language to children
The Globe and Mail
Indigenous languages can hold answers to pressing modern questions, says Department of Indigenous Studies faculty member Randy Morin
USask alum’s art part of Truth and Reconciliation stamp series
Residential school survivor and acclaimed artist Adrian Stimson (MFA’06) has helped create a powerful stamp series to commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Week of Reflection
Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR) is September 30th. USask observes the week before NDTR as the Week of Reflection
Indigenous USask student aspires to become ‘legal’ hacker
Computer science major Noah Merasty had opportunity to conduct research with NSERC grant as a first year undergraduate student
Making international connections in Indigenous education
Two USask Indigenous Studies faculty members played significant roles in establishing Indigenous university programming in Mexico 20 years ago
Nuit Blanche Eve weaves creativity and community at USask
On Campus News
Members of the ISAP team will present their interactive installation, Troposphere at the 2024 Nuit Blanche Eve event on Sept. 27
Métis politics and governance the focus of new USask course
“POLST 324: Métis, otehpayimusuak and âpihtawikosisânak Governance” is the political studies department’s first Métis-centred course
USask researcher empowers communities with culturally rooted digital heritage project
In the heart of Cumberland House, Sask., a groundbreaking digital heritage project will build connections between Indigenous communities, researchers, and institutionsSee all Politics & Society News
How to Avert the Coming Arms Race
Princeton University professor Dr. Robert J. Goldston (PhD) discusses how to bring stability to a dangerous age
USask research contributes to book on living well with dementia
Dr. Megan O'Connell (PhD) co-authored book, How to Live Well with Dementia: Expert Help for People Living with Dementia and their Family, Friends and Care Partners
Global Café: Sisters for Sale
A documentary screening and Q&A with creators of the film "Sisters for Sale" that uncovers a human trafficking crisis and leads to an incredible series of events
Saskatchewan High School Ethics Bowl
Teams of high school students are invited to examine and discuss ethical issues
New funding announced for Indigenous health research network
The NEIHR has received $37.6 million over five years from the federal government through CIHR
Susi Ramstein Takes LSD and Inspires a Feminist Counterculture
A talk by Prof. Erika Dyck in the 7 Nights of History series
The Day the Sea Claimed the Port of Old Winchelsea: Medieval Storms and Flooding that Shaped the English Coast
A talk by post-doctoral fellow Andrew Moore in the 7 Nights of History series
The Day the Anthropocene Didn't Begin
A talk by associate professor Jim Clifford in the 7 Nights of History series
The Stonewall Riots—The Spark that Lit Gay, Lesbian and Trans Rights
History professor Valerie Korinek will be presenting this talk as part of the 7 Nights of History 2024/25 series
Week of Reflection
Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR) is September 30th. USask observes the week before NDTR as the Week of Reflection
Métis politics and governance the focus of new USask course
“POLST 324: Métis, otehpayimusuak and âpihtawikosisânak Governance” is the political studies department’s first Métis-centred course
USask researcher empowers communities with culturally rooted digital heritage project
In the heart of Cumberland House, Sask., a groundbreaking digital heritage project will build connections between Indigenous communities, researchers, and institutions
Canada’s fertility rate has plummeted. Maybe we shouldn’t care
Toronto Star
USask associate professor of sociology Dr. Laura Wright (PhD) asks if there's another way to address the consequences of a declining birthrate
Eight songs that ‘inspire inclusion’ on International Women’s Day
USask Women’s and Gender Studies Program faculty members give their song recommendations
The Anthropocene, atmospheric chemists, geologists and historians
Active History
Scientists have voted against declaring an Anthropocene epoch, but it's all a matter of perspective, writes historian Dr. Jim Clifford (PhD)
The water gets hotter and the frog just sits there
National Observer
We need national co-ordination, new investment and novel technologies to respond to the climate emergency, writes Dr. John Pomeroy (PhD) of the Department of Geography and Planning
Service dogs play vital roles for veterans, but Canada’s lack of standards makes travel and access difficult
The Conversation
Drs. Colleen Dell (PhD) and Linzi Williamson (PhD) examine the need for service dog standards in Canada
Striving for transparency: Why Canada’s pesticide regulations need an overhaul
The Conversation
Department of Biology professor Dr. Christy Morrissey (PhD) is among researchers calling for more transparent and scientifically robust pesticide regulation in Canada
This solar cycle, the sun’s activity is more powerful and surprising than predicted
The aurora is both a scientific wonder and a risk factor to industry, writes USask postdoctoral fellow Dr. Daniel Billett (PhD)
Manitoba’s reasons for refusing to search for Indigenous women’s remains in landfill are a smokescreen
The Conversation
Obstacles to a search have more to do with political will than technical concerns, writes Department of Political Studies faculty member Dr. Kathy Walker (PhD)
How colonial racism fuels Saskatchewan’s criminalization of Indigenous men
The Conversation
Indigenous people shouldn’t have to fear police who are supposed to protect them, write Indigenous studies faculty members Dr. Kathy Walker (PhD) and Randy Morin
Convicted murderer Colin Thatcher’s invitation to the Saskatchewan legislature diminishes us all
The Conversation
Recent events at the legislature show that we live in a society that normalizes violence against women, writes Dr. Kathy Walker (PhD) of the Department of Political Studies
Statement on the tragedy at James Smith Cree Nation and Weldon
A message from Dr. Priscilla Settee (PhD), vice-dean Indigenous in the College of Arts and Science
The simple reason a viral math equation stumped the internet
The Conversation
Mathematicians and mathematics educators have been weighing in on a particular debate rooted in school mathematics that shows no signs of abatingSee all Students & Campus Life News
Indigenous USask graduating student uses art, degree to build community
An award-winning multimedia artist and musician will be graduating with a master’s degree at the 2024 USask Fall Convocation
Retired registered nurse finds passion in anthropology at USask
USask graduate will receive University Medal in Social Sciences at Fall Convocation.
USask President’s Medal winner finds purpose in helping others
When she wasn’t studying, Amélia Katherine Gagnon—and her dog—supported students, health-care workers and patients
Geological sciences helps USask graduate expand horizons
University Medal in Sciences winner discusses benefits and challenges of switching her major midway through her undergraduate studies
USask Residence Queer Housing adds community lounge to its home
USask Arts and Science Alumni of Influence recipient Anthony Bidulka (BA'83, BEd'91, BComm'91) and Herb McFaull provided a generous donation to create a Queer Housing community lounge
Indigenous USask student spends summer research project with wild horses
Summer research experience helped Arts and Science undergraduate student overcome imposter syndrome
Huskie Athletics celebrates 2023-24 Academic All-Canadians
Huskies Athletics announced 37 Arts and Science student-athletes achieved an average of 80 per cent or higher
Greystone Theatre: Mother's Daughter
England’s first queen regnant fights xenophobia, religious nationalism and strained familial bonds
Greystone Theatre: Brainstorm
A theatrical investigation into how teenagers’ brains work
USask Thorvaldson Building turns 100
It’s the most iconic building on campus—and for good reason
New podcast shares real student stories about studying abroad
The ‘Beyond Borders’ podcast interviews USask Arts and Science students about their experiences, answers questions about studying abroad
Indigenous USask student aspires to become ‘legal’ hacker
Computer science major Noah Merasty had opportunity to conduct research with NSERC grant as a first year undergraduate student
USask makes strides in international subject rankings
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has ranked in the top 100 universities in the world in four subject areas: Water Resources, Agricultural Sciences, Earth Sciences, Veterinary Sciences
USask research contributes to book on living well with dementia
Dr. Megan O'Connell (PhD) co-authored book, How to Live Well with Dementia: Expert Help for People Living with Dementia and their Family, Friends and Care Partners
Indigenous USask graduating student uses art, degree to build community
An award-winning multimedia artist and musician will be graduating with a master’s degree at the 2024 USask Fall Convocation
USask blanket project honours children who never made it home
University Art Gallery director jake moore worked with Donna van de Velde and the Mistatimōk Committee to tie orange ribbons for the spirit of each child who never made it home from residential schools
Geological sciences helps USask graduate expand horizons
University Medal in Sciences winner discusses benefits and challenges of switching her major midway through her undergraduate studies
Golden Goals
Green&White
The husband-wife duo of Brett (BA’22) and Carmen Levis (BScNutr’17) are forever bonded by their time as Huskie student-athletes and their love of the beautiful game.
USask Residence Queer Housing adds community lounge to its home
USask Arts and Science Alumni of Influence recipient Anthony Bidulka (BA'83, BEd'91, BComm'91) and Herb McFaull provided a generous donation to create a Queer Housing community lounge
Indigenous USask student spends summer research project with wild horses
Summer research experience helped Arts and Science undergraduate student overcome imposter syndrome
A farewell to the original USask linear accelerator
On Campus News
Sixty years ago, it transformed the university. Now, it is being replaced.
College of Arts and Science welcomes new faculty members in 2024
Fourteen scholars from around the world join the college
USask alum’s art part of Truth and Reconciliation stamp series
Residential school survivor and acclaimed artist Adrian Stimson (MFA’06) has helped create a powerful stamp series to commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.