Welcome back to campus: Winter Term 2025

Winter Term has officially begun, and I want to warmly welcome you to the University of Saskatchewan. Whether you are joining us for the first time or are returning to our university, I wish you a wonderful new year ahead.

USask launches micro-credential focusing on adult depression

The University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) College of Nursing is offering a new micro-credential that will equip students with the ability to update their knowledge and skills in the care and treatment of individuals living with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), commonly referred to as clinical depression.

USask research contributes to book on living well with dementia

The recently released co-authored book, How to Live Well with Dementia: Expert Help for People Living with Dementia and their Family, Friends, and Care Partners, builds on insight drawn from research conducted at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).

First Impressions

In the learning setting, there are many modifiable factors that can help you make a positive first impression in the context of teamwork. In this post we explore the impressions we make–consciously and subconsciously.

Hidden threat: New USask research looks to improve food safety

Foodborne pathogens, like Salmonella, are a threat to food safety and can have harmful effects when contaminated food is consumed. As the new Agriculture and Agri-Food Innovation Chair in Applied Microbiology at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), Dr. Kaidi Wang (PhD) is looking to understand how foodborne pathogens survive in harsh environments, and how to effectively monitor and eliminate them.

SDG Spotlight: Goal 2

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture.

National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

Monday, September 30, 2024, is National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. The University of Saskatchewan (USask) observes a week of reflection prior to September 30 to promote understanding and education around truth and reconciliation.

Week of Reflection

Canada’s 4th National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR) is September 30th. The University of Saskatchewan observes the week before NDTR as the Week of Reflection.

Vetavision 2024 showcases veterinary medicine on USask campus

SASKATOON – Veterinary students at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) welcome people of all ages to explore the world of veterinary medicine during Vetavision, a family-friendly public open house that takes place at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) on Sept. 20 and 21.

The What, Why, How, When, Where, and Who of CTMs

It takes teams to develop Common Topic Modules (CTMs), teams to review CTMs and teams to participate in CTM events! Common topic modules, as the name suggests, are all about common content and topics shared across health science programs. CTMs promote collaboration, cooperation, and synergy from their initial development right through to making improvements. This post provides an overview of CTMs, our innovative and practical way to share common content and topics across health science programs. (Estimated reading time: 5 minutes, 21 seconds)

Truth for reconciliation at USask

On May 14, 2024, Dr. Angela Jaime (PhD), vice-provost Indigenous Engagement, and her team hosted two Canadian authors to discuss the path to reconciliation as part of mâmowi âsohtêtân Internal Truth and Reconciliation Forum.

USask Kinesiology welcomes new dean

The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has named Dr. Dani Brittain (PhD) as dean of the College of Kinesiology for a five-year term beginning July 1, 2024.

Call to uplift Indigenous voices at USask

As a leader in Indigenization, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) aspires to achieve uplifting Indigenization and to advance transformative decolonization leading to reconciliation as an institution and university community. Indigenization is a huge task, one that cannot be achieved alone.

USask honours Vatanparast, Donkers as top researchers

The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has recognized community health researcher Dr. Hassan Vatanparast (MD, PhD), professor in the School of Public Health and the College of Pharmacy and Nutrition, with its top academic honour of Distinguished Researcher. The award will be presented during the June 6 convocation ceremony.

SDG Spotlight: Goals 13, 14, and 15

Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts. Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources. Sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation, halt biodiversity loss.

Nerve cell damage control

Every disease has a burning question, and multiple sclerosis (MS) is no exception. Researchers at the University of Saskatchewan take an innovative and collaborative approach to solving the enigma of disease progression in people living with MS – and how it can be slowed or stopped.

USask graduates 3,600+ students this spring

SASKATOON – At the upcoming University of Saskatchewan (USask) spring convocation ceremonies, 3,623 students will receive 3,835 degrees, certificates and diplomas from USask.

USask recognizes Pride Month

Each June, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) community gathers to recognize and celebrate Pride, something we strive to do throughout the year.

Real People, Real Experiences

Looking to learn more about how to provide thoughtful care and collaborate with other future healthcare providers for improved patient health outcomes? In Real People, Real Experiences, real people share their real lived healthcare experiences. In this post, we (1) describe Real People, Real Experiences inter-professional learning event, and (2) explain how you can participate as a learner or presenter. Estimated reading time: 3 minutes, 10 seconds

SDG Spotlight: Goal 4

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

USask mourns the passing of Dr. Leslie Dubé

The Saskatoon philanthropist, who died on March 13, 2024, at the age of 91, was bestowed with an honorary degree in 2007 for his many contributions to the University of Saskatchewan and to organizations across the province.

Call for Indigenous Artists

Local Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit) artists are encouraged to prepare proposals for upcoming projects involving making custom artwork available to the USask community.