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Campus Saint-Jean awards first doctoral degree

On June 16, Komla Essiomle became the first recipient of a doctorate from Campus Saint-Jean (CSJ). Essiomle is also the first to defend a doctoral thesis in French at the faculty, and complete a PhD in French in Alberta. Campus Saint-Jean launched its PhD program in September 2024, becoming the…

Exceptional tuition increases approved for four programs

Novel heated winter gear helps athletes stay warm in the cold

Research points to a new reality for medicine in the age of AI

Study highlights homelessness among U of A students

Wait times for support for children with disabilities are unacceptable

The Family Support for Children with Disabilities program (FSCD) has been an integral part of many families in Alberta. Above all else, this program helps parents out financially. It also helps in providing caseworkers to help children with disabilities develop in a healthy and supportive environment. In the last few…

West Coast pipeline project has become complicated for all involved

Granting the use of previously banned pesticides should cause concern

Edmonton’s transit future needs more than just faster buses

Marble Pedestal: Flying

Tia Wood returns to Alberta for Edmonton Folk Fest

Coming from Saddle Lake Cree Nation, Tia Wood first started performing at powwows. “My summers look a little bit different now,” Wood said. “I used to go powwow, I used to go to ceremonies every weekend.”  Her music has come a long way since then. Last week, she performed at…

School of Song’s Paul Cournoyer on balance and musical evolution

Brianna Lizotte’s upcoming album to focus on preserving family stories

Sister Ray: Leaving the big sky country for Toronto

What’s the 311? August 12

New School of Politics and Democracy sparks concerns from faculty

The University of Alberta and the Banff Centre have been the home of the Peter Lougheed School of Leadership since 2014. Now, the school has a sibling — the Peter Lougheed School of Politics and Democracy (PLSPD).  The U of A officially launched the PLSPD in October 2025. Its first…

Indigenous leaders struggle to make progress in GSA

2026 Predictions

Photostory: Rockin’ Thunder 2026

Rockin’ Thunder lived up to its name this year, in both the music and weather.…

Photostory: The Pride Soirée 2026

Photostory: Edmonton Drag Festival 2026