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Two-time Olympian Allison Beveridge has traded in the world of professional cycling for the physiotherapy clinic, graduating with her master’s in physical therapy from the U of A’s satellite campus in Calgary. (Photo: Christy Dean)

Beyond the finish line: Olympic cyclist finds new career track

Two-time Olympian Allison Beveridge embarks on a new chapter, bringing her elite sports background to her practice as a physiotherapist.

June 13, 2025
By Adrianna MacPherson

Student-athlete Chevy Thomas has become a team captain, community builder, Academic All-Canadian — and when he crosses the convocation stage, a U of A grad with his sights set on law school and the CFL. (Photo: Alex Pugliese)

Society and Culture

Responsibility to inspire: Golden Bears receiver gives back to community

Driven by gratitude and a passion for the game, arts grad and athletic standout Chevy Thomas created a football camp for disadvantaged youth.

June 12, 2025
By Connor Hood

Research, Health And Wellness

Protein ‘referee’ could hold key to stopping some breast cancers from spreading

Research team now on the hunt for existing drugs that can control BAD protein and stop unwanted cell growth.

June 11, 2025
By Gillian Rutherford

A case study of the Jasper Dark Sky Festival explored the lessons learned by the ��ֱ�� mountain community over the 14 years it’s been hosting the popular tourist event. (Photo: Getty Images)

Business, Society and Culture, Research

Research helps rural communities look to their dark skies for tourism potential

Case study of the popular Jasper festival reveals lessons for realizing opportunities while avoiding pitfalls.

June 10, 2025
By Bev Betkowski

U of A In The News

June 10, 2025

Rebecca Graff-McRae (Parkland Institute) discusses research on women nurses not being treated fairly at their jobs.
June 10, 2025

Paige Lacy (Medicine & Dentistry) discusses how wildfire smoke can impact respiratory issues.
June 10, 2025

Anne Hicks (Medicine & Dentistry) says exposure to wildfire smoke can have a broad range of health impacts.
June 10, 2025

PhD Candidate Ben Sereda (Kinesiology, Sport and Recreation) says the way in which the Oilers lost the last game can be used to their advantage.
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Expanding opportunities for ��ֱ��ns: LIFT Centre to lead on life sciences

U of A centre to advance research, train the workforce of tomorrow and expand access to high-demand fields.

28 February 2025

Statement on the Passing of His Highness, The Aga Khan IV from the ��ֱ��

05 February 2025

Remembering a ‘giant of Prairie politics’

Peter Meekison, beloved political science scholar and co-architect of the Canadian constitution, leaves an enduring legacy.

31 January 2025 By Geoff McMaster

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