Feature Stories

May 2013
May 23	Lloyd Barber Summit on Aboriginal Post-Secondary Education underway
May 22	Degree program to be offered in Southwestern Saskatchewan
May 16	Axworthy to receive Distinguished Canadian Award
May 15	Summit to focus on Aboriginal post-secondary education
May 14	Emergency training exercises to be held on campus
May 14	Lecture to examine uranium mining in Northern Saskatchewan
May 13	Strong connection maintained with Saskatchewan communities
May 13	Regina Royal Road Race benefits students
May 13	Campion College receives sustainable development award
May 10	National Nursing Week Open House
May 08	Science Rendezvous set for Saturday
May 07	James McNinch receives Arbos Award
May 06	Northern Saskatchewan students visit campus
May 03	Regina's Edible Campus promotes sustainable food practices
May 03	Economics course about beer generating buzz
May 01	Grimson to present keynote in Regina
April 2013
April 26	Cougar Women's Soccer Team goes abroad to help children
April 26	Third episode of Conversations now online
April 23	Wellness Walkers sprint into spring
April 22	Increased sponsorship of Saskatchewan Book Awards
April 19	Juno TV visits U of R campus
April 18	Humanities summit a success
April 17	Find support for the end of the semester
April 16	Human Justice student vies for Miss World Canada title
April 15	U of R wins Paragon Award for Environmental Excellence
April 15	Humanities summit to attract leaders from Western Canada
April 11	U of R to build new residence, daycare and underground parkade
April 11	President visits First Nations communities
April 08	Graduate students to present research findings in China
April 04	Expanded Aboriginal Student Centre opens
April 04	Ambassador of Turkey to open “Traces” art exhibition
April 04	Alumna makes helping marginalized people a priority
April 04	Don’t miss the U of R on MuchMusic tomorrow
April 01	North American Indigenous Games officials to visit campus
April 01	Expert to share story of growing poppies on the Prairies
March 2013
March 28	Sanford named to post with prestigious sporting organization
March 26	Second episode of Conversations now online
March 21	PotashCorp donates $150,000 to U of R athletics
March 19	Forward Together Lecture to feature Buffy Sainte-Marie
March 19	Alumna works collaboratively with communities
March 19	U of R - SIAST partnership benefits biology students
March 14	Why are librarians speaking out about social issues?
March 12	Theatre Department gives Greek comedy a contemporary twist
March 11	Minifie lecturer to focus on “new ethics of journalism”
March 11	Learn how scholars can enhance the effect of their work
March 11	UR Guarantee Program celebrates student excellence
March 07	Speaker series to feature investment expert
March 01	New video series features President Timmons and students
February 2013
February 27	Community leader becomes “Dean for a Day”
February 21	Associate Nursing Dean gets national honour for excellence
February 14	JSGS students win silver at national case competition
February 12	Campus celebrates Chinese New Year
February 04	Alumnus Jim Hopson praises his alma mater
February 04	University family shows support for the University of Regina
January 2013
January 31	University of Regina to host Inspiring Leadership Forum
January 31	Faculty of Business to launch speaker series
January 29	Lecturer advocates for drug user rights
January 23	University of Regina helping cancer treatment patients
January 16	University of Regina cheer team visits the legislature
January 10	U of R says goodbye to its longest serving employee
January 03	University press wins its second Gourmand Award
January 02	University of Regina welcomes Brazilian students
December 2012
December 21	Rethinking citizenship education
December 18	Professor Emeritus Jack Boan celebrates his 95th birthday
December 14	College Avenue campus renewal project gains momentum
December 13	U of R psychology professor rated one of the best in Canada
December 03	Cheer Team captures third national title
December 03	Former U of R track star now world-class bobsleigher
November 2012
November 30	Campus for All students teach others about social inclusion
November 29	$1 million donation made to historic College Avenue campus
November 29	Fiacco receives President’s Community Award
November 20	Cisco funds Research Chair in e-Governance
November 19	Alumnus wins Governor General’s Literary Award
November 16	College Avenue Campus Renewal Project receives donation
November 13	Lecture to explore academics in the public sphere
November 05	Nursing program expands to City of Swift Current
November 02	Models to help decision makers
October 2012
October 24	Your donation to United Way can change lives
October 23	U of R program tackles postpartum depression
October 22	Conference on climate change concludes with visit to glacier
October 22	Record number of students join the ambassador program
October 19	Here is your chance to be Dean for a Day
October 18	Philanthropic pair to be recognized with honorary degrees
October 17	Partnership prepares bilingual teachers for Nunavut schools
October 15	Register for UR Connected
October 15	Library extends hours to better serve students
October 12	Learn how insects are used in criminal investigations
October 04	Regina to host international exercise physiology meeting
October 03	Documentary to explore media’s depiction of women
October 02	Research flying high at the University of Regina
September 2012
September 24	Marchildon inducted into Canadian Academy of Health Sciences
September 20	Faculty member recipient of Lieutenant Governor's Arts Award
September 20	Study to examine exercise and post-traumatic stress disorder
September 18	Acclaimed journalist Chris Hedges to give lecture
September 17	Paul and Carol Hill Family Commemorative Wall enhanced
September 14	Realize. You are not alone.
September 12	Report profiles University of Regina's economic impact
September 12	Passion for debate led to life-long career in politics
September 11	Pat Quinn featured at President’s Breakfast for Athletics
September 07	Women's softball tournament this weekend
September 04	Graduate honoured for inspiring future alumni
September 04	Residence Move-In Day a beehive of activity
September 01	VIDEO: Mascots get campus ready for Orientation
August 2012
August 30	UR International to celebrate culture and creativity
August 29	Researchers prepare to start hydrogen fuel production
August 28	University of Regina students bound for Mexico
August 27	Community leader adds another accomplishment to his list
August 21	Rasmussen recognized for teaching excellence
August 20	Alumna emerges as a voice for First Nations children
August 15	How to survive your first year: tips from the top
August 14	Scientist to receive alumni award for his achievements
August 09	Former Cougars wrestler living out dreams at Olympics
August 07	U of R vice-president receives international award
August 02	Preventing falls through exercise
July 2012
July 31	How to survive your first year at the University of Regina
July 27	Nigerian delegation visits campus
July 26	Organic vegetable garden finds a home on campus
July 23	Cougar Motorsports team impresses
July 17	University of Regina continues Indigenization of campus
July 10	U of R plays leading role in international conference
July 09	Summer opportunity for new students
July 05	Preparing for climate change
June 2012
June 29	Putting an end to intimate partner violence
June 27	Measuring community health in northern Saskatchewan
June 25	Kinesiology and Health Studies researchers awarded grants
June 22	Thai delegation visits campus
June 21	New program designed to make Canada safer comes to Regina
June 21	Committed to Indigenizing campus
June 19	Faculty member’s book slated for translation
June 14	Water matters
June 11	Global Learning Centre offers English language support
June 06	Adam Dubé receives Governor General’s Academic Gold Medal
June 04	Student Success Centre open all summer
May 2012
May 31	Honorary degree recipients announced
May 31	Register for Orientation
May 25	Royal couple visits First Nations University
May 23	Catalyst-based hydrogen production may be a game-changer
May 22	Aboriginal culture woven into curriculum
May 16	Join the U of R Ambassador team
May 15	Royal Road Race supports scholarship fund
May 09	Learn life-saving skills during National Nursing Week
May 09	New and future students invited to Open House
May 07	All ages celebration of science set for this weekend
May 04	Bursary helps student enter the workforce
April 2012
April 30	Student focus for University’s new homepage
April 24	Exploring the past sheds light on the future
April 24	Update U of R Online Services
April 20	Finding new mineral wealth
April 16	Student earns top honours in Japanese speech contest
April 12	Researchers win 2012 Paragon Award of Innovation
April 05	President's Community Report launched
April 04	Cheer Team wins gold
March 2012
March 29	Calculating the cost of healthy eating
March 26	Author to discuss Aboriginal humour in public lecture
March 23	Canstruction Team salutes community heroes
March 20	Relay for Life comes to U of R
March 19	Legal Scholar John Borrows to Deliver Stapleford Lecture
March 14	University of Regina researcher part of United Nations delegation
March 13	SaskPower funds $3.5 million Clean Energy Research Chair
March 01	Expanding the frontiers of science
February 2012
February 27	Commercializing caribou - what is culturally appropriate?
February 24	Constitutional lawyer to discuss Canada's continued pattern of colonization
February 21	Leadership forum promises to inspire
February 13	Ethicist Margaret Somerville to deliver annual lecture
February 08	Children’s understanding of math not always equal
February 02	From refugee camp to Regina campus
January 2012
January 22	Students celebrate Chinese New Year
January 16	Minifie lecture welcomes Canadian journalist and CBC panel guest
December 2011
December 26	Blank books inspire campus art
December 16	International students share in Canadian holiday traditions
December 08	Global partnerships lead to increased research opportunity
November 2011
November 29	Mayor recognized for serving Saskatchewan community
November 14	Research improving aging muscle and bone health
November 08	University donations to United Way exceed $100,000
November 02	Professor joins forces with policing community
October 2011
October 31	City proclaims University of Regina Day
October 24	Celebrating 100th anniversary of Regina College cornerstone
October 20	University of Regina alumna receives prestigious Governor General’s Award
October 15	Internationalization advocate receives honorary degree
October 14	New CHLD lab to help prevent and reduce children's anxiety
October 12	Emergency training from top to bottom
October 12	University community aims to raise $95,000 for Regina United Way Campaign
October 05	Artist Yan Chao opens celebratory exhibition
October 04	University of Regina Alumni Association announces student support during Alumni Homecoming Weekend
October 04	University of Regina celebrates connection to China
September 2011
September 29	MIT chancellor receives University of Regina Lifetime Achievement Award
September 22	Sports fan and community volunteer to be recognized at Alumni Crowning Achievement Awards gala
September 14	University of Regina partners with Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
September 12	Internationally-renowned jewellery designer to be named outstanding alumna
September 08	Medical imaging informatics researcher is outstanding alumnus
September 02	University of Regina welcomes students
August 2011
August 30	Inspirational community leader to receive Alumni Crowning Achievement Award
August 22	Continuing education filling void around the globe
August 18	Increasing opportunity for international education
August 18	CFL Commissioner to speak at President's Breakfast for Athletics
August 16	U of R student wraps up his wandering
August 12	University of Regina athletes prepare to carry the flag on the International stage
July 2011
July 08	Award winning program gives students real world experience
July 05	Writing, teach and athletics drive Stephen Bend
June 2011
June 24	International award for student sculpture
June 23	Documentary shows legacy of impoverished reserve conditions
June 13	Research seeks to reduce intimate partner violence
June 13	President's Medal recipient proving that disability isn't inability
June 08	Philanthropist and business leader creating positive change
June 03	University of Regina president advocates for women in leadership roles
May 2011
May 12	New app helps students create art
May 06	University of Regina opens doors to potential students
April 2011
April 28	University of Regina showcasing all things science
April 20	Research factors human activity into environmental equation
April 12	Technology tracks Regina's bus fleet
March 2011
March 29	Students bring a can-do attitude to city-wide competition
March 22	Exhibition reflects contemporary questions and ideas
March 09	New strategic research plan unveiled
March 08	Who is hurt by poor leadership?
March 01	Research balances energy demands with environmental sustainability
February 2011
February 25	International career rooted in Saskatchewan
February 25	Hip hop creates space for culture shaping and sharing
February 18	Inspiring women to present at leadership conference
February 15	Best-selling author adds Charles Taylor Prize nomination to list of accomplishments
February 10	IPHRC conducting innovative Indigenous health research
February 07	Clinical psychology research enterprise fosters graduate student success
February 02	Culture shared through web series
January 2011
January 26	Falls prevention research helps strengthen aging Saskatchewan population
January 18	University of Regina researcher looking at exercise to combat back pain
January 12	SPHERU granted $750,000 to study foundations of healthy communities
January 07	University of Regina celebrates 100 years of Excellence in Education in 2011