Campus News

Tuesday, Nov. 13 to Monday, Dec. 3 

Got used books? We’ve got a use for them 

Faculty from the Centre of Health and Wellness could use donations of gently read fiction and non-fiction books for an early December book sale. Please identify books as “Book Sale Donation” and drop them off at the Buchanan Library by Dec. 3. The sale details are still being finalized, but the money raised will go to the Ron MacDonald Emergency Fund, named in honour of an instructor who died in 2003 who was known for always being there for students who were struggling. The fund is intended to help students at high risk of dropping out due to financial pressures. Since 2004, the emergency fund has awarded just over $80,000 to students in need, giving them continued access to education. Your used books will help this fund carry on this important work.  

 

Tuesday, Nov. 13 to Friday, Nov. 16 

Lethbridge College celebrates National Philanthropy Week

The Association of Fundraising Professionals designates Nov. 15 as National Philanthropy Day, but one day isn’t enough to celebrate Lethbridge’s history and tradition of giving. Whether financial gifts, in-kind donations or the treasure of time, donors have made Lethbridge the second most charitable city in Canada. If you’re looking for a story on the difference philanthropy can make, Lethbridge College has an ample supply. Watch for two Lethbridge College supporters to be honoured at the Association of Fundraising Professionals Southern Alberta Chapter’s fourth annual National Philanthropy Day luncheon and awards event Thursday, Nov. 15, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Signature Sandman Lethbridge Lodge and Conference Centre.     

 

Tuesday, Nov. 13, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 

Addictions resource fair on campus 

The Opposite of Addiction is Connection Resource Fair will be held in Centre Core as Lethbridge College acknowledges National Addictions Awareness Week. Information will be available to help connect students and staff with services in the college and in the broader community. Topics will include addiction prevention, harm reduction, treatment, education and other supports. 

 

Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. 

Learn about Lethbridge’s safe consumption site 

A representative from ARCHES Supervised Consumption Services will be on campus to explain the harm reduction service and share statistics from the Lethbridge site. This session will be held in TE1228. No registration is required. This session is part of the college’s Addictions Awareness Week.  

 

Wednesday, Nov. 14 

It’s Take Your Kid to Work Day 

Grade 9 students from across Canada will spend the day at the workplace of a parent, relative or family friend during this annual opportunity to experience different careers and occupations. Lethbridge College looks forward to welcoming some of our team’s family members to campus. 

 

Wednesday, Nov. 14, noon to 3 p.m. 

Spreading the word about Antibiotic Awareness Week 

This is Antibiotic Awareness Week around the globe, and it’s a timely, important topic, especially at Lethbridge College, where antibiotic research is now in its third year. Three students who work with microbiologist Dr. Sophie Kernéis and lab technician Leanne DuMontier in the microbiology laboratory are preparing a poster about antibiotic resistance for a Centre Core display. They’re also putting up World Health Organization posters about antibiotics around campus. If you want a local perspective on this global issue, we have the expert for you. 


 
Wednesday, Nov. 14 and Thursday, Nov. 15, 5 to 8 p.m. 

Garden Court Restaurant open for dinner 

The Garden Court Restaurant will be open for evening dining as Culinary students continue to hone their skills in a real-life restaurant setting. Call 403-320-3230 for reservations or book online on the restaurant’s Facebook page

 

Wednesday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

Find out your blood type while cruising through Centre Core 

Lethbridge College devotes the month of November to raising awareness and promoting blood donations. As a Partner for Life with Canadian Blood Services, we welcome Canadian Blood Services to Centre Core to offer a “What’s Your Type” event. Students and employees can find out their blood type and learn more about blood donation. To have your blood donations count toward Lethbridge College’s pledge of 500 units, please go to the Canadian Blood Services webpage and register your name online along with the college’s Partner ID number — LETH010182.  

 

Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. 

Learn about Lethbridge’s safe consumption site 

A representative from ARCHES Supervised Consumption Services will be on campus to explain the harm reduction service and share statistics from the Lethbridge site. This session will be held in TE1228. No registration is required. This session is part of the college’s Addictions Awareness Week. 

 

Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2 to 3 p.m. 

Build up your resilience and your community’s 

Lethbridge College in collaboration with Alberta Health Services Prevention and Promotion will offer a workshop on resiliency. Students and staff are welcome to learn the definition and characteristics of resiliency, individual resiliency factors, how to enhance your bounce-back factor and how to build others’ and community resiliency. 
 

 
Wednesday Nov. 14, 4 to 6 p.m. 

Let’s watch Movies for Mental Health  

Lethbridge College presents Movies for Mental Health, an opportunity for students to watch videos and engage in small- and large-group discussions about mental health issues. This two-hour event in The Cave is organized by Art With Impact, and made possible with support from the Alberta Advanced Education Post-secondary Student Mental Health Grant. A panel will include recent Lethbridge College alumni who struggled with mental health issues, and representatives of on- and off-campus mental health support services. Students will be treated to food and encouraged to participate in conversations to break down the stigma about mental health. Art With Impact is a registered charitable organization that promotes mental wellness by creating space for young people to learn and connect through art and media.  

 

Thursday, Nov. 15, noon to 3 p.m. 

Learn more about mental health and mental illness 

The college offers a three-hour workshop to build understanding of mental health, to reduce stigma about mental health and mental illness and to help participants learn how to support peers with mental health problems and maintain their own mental health and resilience. The workshop is called “The Inquiring Mind,” and is offered several times a year by Lethbridge College. Those who complete the workshop receive a provincially recognized certification. The workshop is free but participants should register online in advance

 

Friday, Nov. 16 3:30 to 5 p.m. 

Bright Ideas celebrates great work on campus 

Lethbridge College staff will celebrate their colleagues at a Bright Ideas wine and cheese event in Buchanan Library. Bright Ideas is a chance for the college community to share something new and cool that’s happening to enhance student learning. Not only will college staff be able to pick up great ideas from their peers, they’ll be able to celebrate this great work. 

 

Saturday, Nov. 17, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

Celebrate National Child Day with a free family event 

To celebrate and honour the rights of the child, the Early Childhood Education program is collaborating with various community partners to host a National Child Day event at Lethbridge College. This is a free family event that will have a variety of activities (indoor and outdoor) for children and families. Please save the date and come celebrate our children’s rights! The first 75 families to arrive will receive a special gift.  

 

Saturday, Nov. 17, noon to 3 p.m. 

Celebrate Global VR Day 

Lethbridge College invites the public to visit the third floor of the college’s Technologies Building (TE3217 and TE3219) for a free event featuring augmented and virtual reality. Demonstrations, games and a chance to learn about the practical uses of VR and AR in educational and business worlds all await visitors to this event. Joining Lethbridge College will be two local businesses — Collaborative Edge XR, a company that uses new technologies to increase the speed and accuracy of communication, store and recall concepts; and Simulacrum Interactive, a content creation company that uses emerging technologies for marketing and promotional applications, education, prototyping, entertainment and more. The college uses VR/AR technology in many of its programs, including Multimedia Production, Interior Design Technology, Digital Communications and Media and Wind Turbine Technology. The event is supported by the Alberta Chapter of the VR/AR Association.