Congratulations, Class of 2022!
Entrepreneurial UCalgary grads make an impact in health care, business, culture, law, education, and more.
Advice for UCalgary’s newest graduates from all-star alumni
The list may be long but, interestingly, no one mentions wealth as a marker of a happy and fulfilling life
Nursing grad student awed by people of Ukraine during humanitarian relief tour
Sarah Nixon joins Samaritan’s Purse disaster assistance team for a month, doing ‘whatever job is needed at that moment’
From UCalgary main campus to Munich
Unique program provides Master of Management grad Jay Kinden with international opportunity
Law’s role in environmental protection inspires UCalgary grad
Akindele Tawoju’s first-hand experiences in Nigeria fuelled a desire to help people and deepen his knowledge
Nursing grad drawn to help the vulnerable and bring change to addictions and mental health research
Following a family tragedy, Amie Kerber returned to her graduate studies to help battle the opioid crisis
It’s official! UCalgary installs its 15th chancellor
Football great Jon Cornish to be officially installed as chancellor Nov. 10
Enterprising student pinpoints promising regions for future geothermal projects in Alberta
Sustainable Energy Development grad Gordon Brasnett visualizes the most economically viable development sites
Badly injured engineering student refused to let crosswalk collision detour his dreams
Grad Michael Francis used his catastrophic encounter with a car as inspiration for helping others
Fascination for respiratory health at the heart of UCalgary grad’s journey
Caitlin Calder-Bellamy’s passion for helping people inspired her research and recruitment efforts for UCalgary
A message to the campus community
Black Lives Matter movement inspires UCalgary grad to help reshape Faculty of Law opportunities
Keshia Holloman-Dawson leaves behind a legacy for future Black law students
Chancellor Yedlin reflects on her term and speaks of her hopes for the Class of 2022
Learn more about the scholarship being established in her name and give now to support UCalgary student-athletes
‘Smart’ chemical at heart of engineering student’s refinements to thermal oil recovery
Mohammadali Ahmadi’s technology innovation uses less water while reducing greenhouse gas emissions
Deep data dive creates a comprehensive map of Canada’s cities for accessibility
Master’s thesis by graduating UCalgary geography student Russell Copley could have national impact on how we tackle accessibility issues
UCalgary grad makes waves with her research into supporting nurses to learn and think in the moment
From homegrown dairy farm girl to international veterinarian
Celine Newton aims to help not only Alberta’s veterinary industry, but also to educate others globally
Jason Valleau’s long and winding road back to the classroom
Change in direction furnishes Werklund grad with opportunity to build trusting relationships and respectfully teach Indigenous music in Alberta classrooms
Against all odds, from refugee camp to social work
Faculty of Social Work grad Kamal Khatiwada learns to ‘never give up hope’
Perseverance pays off for Inclusive Post-Secondary Education grads
Students attend convocation ceremony to celebrate their achievements
Adrian Mitchell’s journey began when he enrolled in UCalgary’s Master of Data Science and Analytics professional program
Former international human rights lawyer finds new calling in her new home
Monica Franco found the International and Community Development Master of Social Work a perfect fit for her social justice experience
Smaller can be better for students contemplating nursing education
UCalgary/Medicine Hat College nursing students find comfort and connection in smaller community
Health sciences grad learns to dream big and reach higher
Cumming School of Medicine honours graduate Tali Glazer reflects on her time at UCalgary immersed in mentorship, volunteerism and research
Social Work grad breaks trauma cycle with her degree
Kayla Veillette overcomes adversity to lead new social work initiatives — and give her son the kind of childhood she never had
Vivian Ton draws on participatory strategies to enhance how we perceive and interact with our environments and each other
PhD grad keeps daughter’s legacy alive through book and degree
Petra McDougall sees her doctoral journey come to a close after 11 years of love and loss
Student pays it forward through hard-won wisdom and experience
Social Work graduate Jake Davies uses first-hand knowledge of homelessness and addiction to help others triumph over adversity
Kinesiology student takes one shot at her dream school and makes it
Researcher Melissa McElroy is on track to become a doctor in a remote Indigenous community
Trucking company VP sees a role for artificial intelligence in future of his industry
Haskayne grad Kenedy Assman plans to keep family legacy alive as he brings technological solutions to outdated practices
UCalgary announces new convocation speaker format for spring ceremonies
Health-care leader, former mayor, bestselling author among speakers set to inspire at spring convocation
Family and friends gather to honour Indigenous graduates
Writing Symbols Lodge holds annual celebration on campus
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Class of 2022: Convocation moments to treasure
Grads are joined by family, friends and community members at the first UCalgary convocation ceremonies open to guests since 2019. Congratulations!