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U of R celebrates the Grand Re-Opening of the iconic AdHum Pit

Release Date: September 2, 2025 9:18 AM

The University of Regina invites media to attend the Grand Re-Opening of the Administration-Humanities (AdHum) Pit, a beloved space that has brought our campus community together for more than 50 years.

The celebration will include remarks from University leaders, the unveiling of new artwork by alumna Larissa Kitchemonia as well as Sean Whalley and Grace Boyd from the Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony followed by a brief reception. Media will also be invited to capture photos and video inside the revitalized space.

The formal program will feature Dr. Jeff Keshen, President and Vice-Chancellor, Dianne Ford, Vice-President (Administration), Lori Campbell, Associate Vice-President (Indigenous Engagement), and alumnus Greg Bamford (BBA ‘00).

Details

Date:       Thursday, September 4, 2025
Time:       1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. 

Location: Administration Humanities Building (Google Maps link)
University of Regina, 3737 Wascana Parkway

There will be a media availability at 2:00 p.m. with Dr. Jeff Keshen, Lori Campbell, and artists Sean Whalley and Grace Boyd from the Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance.

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Contact

Emma Fiorante
University Communications and Marketing
Emma.Fiorante@uregina.ca
306-337-3295

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