Native Awareness Week is in full force at the University of Lethbridge, educating the community on traditional teachings and explaining the traditional regalia and style of dance is some of things that took place this week. Director for the FNMI centre Martha Many Grey Horses says is it important that the public understands the culture…
Lethbridge College looks to give one individual a chance of a lifetime
One individual will receive the opportunity of a lifetime, when Lethbridge College announces the winner for the Extreme Career make over 2 Mar. 9. The polls have were open to the public Feb 26. and closed Friday. The college came up with the idea to host an extreme career makeover to give one person the…
Southern Alberta reserve helps youth expand creativity through art and media
Approximately 120 youth ages 10 -18 attended a Media and Arts summit where they had the opportunity to learn about theatre production, podcasting, filmmaking, public relations, graphic design and music. Sarah Tailfeathers, a participant in the summit, has learned a lot of the ins and outs regarding media, she didn’t know prior to attending the…
University student challenges himself in a main stage production
Through the art of music, one university student composed the music for a main stage production that took place this week. Tawnya Plain Eagle has more. Singing is one of the many talents this university student possesses. Aj Baragar is in his fourth year of Drama at the University of Lethbridge. He was shocked when…
CBC journalist gives outstanding presentation at the university
With a passion for science Bob McDonald, host of Quirks and Quarks, presented some fascinating facts about science, Tawnya Plain Eagle reports. McDonald says there is so much more to life that we don’t know and we only discovered five per cent of our universes. He states that society can benefit from science all the…
New opportunity for U of L student
Over the course of this week the University of Lethbridge is showcasing a play. Aj Baragar was asked to compose music for The Caucasian Chalk Circle. Since coming up with the music himself Baragar says it is rewarding to hear his songs being sung. “I can’t help but listen to the music, and listen to…
Unregulated e-cigarettes may be a risk to users
Smoking its way into the market, electronic cigarettes are a new trend many smokers are turning to. Grant Hepworth is the owner of Smokers Revolution a vape shop located in Lethbridge. Hepworth says e-cigarettes are a better alternative for folks who want to quit smoking. “We actually use it as substitute… as apposed to having…
Are electronic cigarettes as safe as we think?
E-cigarettes have been the latest trend for young adults who want to quit smoking. This device allows users to cut back on smoking while still applying the hand to mouth motion. Karen Goodison, health official in Lethbridge, says there is no regulations on the product and health officials can’t tell if the product is safe…
New plumbing program is successful at Lethbridge College
Lethbridge College has welcomed back its plumbing apprentice program. Tawnya Plain Eagle went to find out more about what the long awaited program has in store for students. The plumbing apprenticeship program offers students the opportunity to get hands on training. Student Rory McKeown was employed as a commercial plumber in Lethbridge. Recently enrolled in…
New plumbing program offered to local apprentices
After more than 50 years, plumbers are able to seek training a little more closer to home. Lethbridge has not had a training facility for plumbers in a long time. Jeremy Bridge, an instructor for the apprenticeship program, says its a good opportunity for plumbers to take full advantage of. “Before now, apprentices in Lethbridge…
