Media Releases
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SASKATOON – Members of the media are invited to interview visiting Ukrainian teachers as their three-week course on English as an Additional Language instruction at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) concludes.
SASKATOON – A University of Saskatchewan (USask)-led project with the support of the Saskatchewan Network Environments for Indigenous Health Research (SK-NEIHR) puts Métis stories front and centre.
SASKATOON — The University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) has been selected to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s (NATO) Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA) program. VIDO is one of 13 new Canadian test centres chosen to be part of the network—and the only centre with biotechnology as its main focus.
SASKATOON – University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers have received $17 million from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) fund in support of the HAWC (High-altitude Aerosols, Water vapour and Clouds) mission. This will place USask at the forefront of space innovation and has the potential to revolutionize the way we understand and address climate change.
SASKATOON – University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers are helping protect crops using biologicals as an ecofriendly alternative to synthetic chemicals and GMO solutions.
SASKATOON--Researchers with the Canadian Centre for Rural and Agricultural Health (CCRAH) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) are testing movement and functional abilities for patients’ post-surgical treatment of breast cancer.
SASKATOON--Improving patient’s cancer treatments and minimizing side effects is the focus of new research at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) which aims to explore an innovative and potentially life-changing treatment targeting the most aggressive form of breast cancer.
SASKATOON - Health care research projects at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) ranging from breast cancer treatments to pandemic preparedness have been awarded funding in the latest round of Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) grants.
SASKATOON – Following years of collaborating with other universities to train dermatology residents for Saskatchewan, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Medicine will welcome its first resident into its newly accredited dermatology program in July 2024.
SASKATOON--Hundreds of millions of years ago, an earthquake sent a series of massive waves across the ancient sea that covered part of Western Canada and the northern United States.
SASKATOON – The federal government has announced an investment of up to $11,017,979 to Pulse Canada to support key pulse crop research at institutions across the country — including the University of Saskatchewan (USask) — and to drive the pulse industry forward.
SASKATOON – From Feb. 7 to 10, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Arts and Science Department of Drama’s latest production, 10 Out of 12, will hit the Greystone Theatre stage.
SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (USask) Greystone Singers and the Aurora Voce alumni choir will be performing a concert that includes a unique light show created by USask Quantum Innovation researchers.
SASKATOON – Members of the media are invited to attend a special Black History Month launch event at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
SASKATOON – On Tuesday, Jan. 30, media are invited to Greystone Theatre to attend an exclusive preview performance of excerpts from the University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Arts and Science Department of Drama’s latest production, 10 Out of 12.
SASKATOON – Livestock-focused research projects spearheaded by researchers at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) and USask-affiliated centres received almost $6 million from the Agriculture Development Fund (ADF) and are supported by industry co-funders.
SASKATOON – An art exhibition featuring representations of the bond between dogs and humans, and based on work led by a University of Saskatchewan (USask) researcher, will be unveiled at Wanuskewin before touring the province for two years.
SASKATOON – Root rot in pulse crops has grown to be a devastating issue for growers across Saskatchewan and Western Canada, so a team of University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers and colleagues at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) and the National Research Council (NRC) led by Dr. Sabine Banniza (PhD) of USask’s Crop Development Centre (CDC) is comprehensively searching for ways to beat it.
SASKATOON – University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers are developing models to more accurately determine the effects of cannabis on consumers.
SASKATOON – Saskatchewan farmers are producing some of the least carbon-intensive crops in Canada and the world, as highlighted in a carbon life cycle analysis commissioned by the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
SASKATOON – Twenty-nine crop science projects from researchers at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) have received a total of close to $7.5 million from the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan and more than $2.5 million in co-funding from industry partners.
Members of the media are invited by the Global Institute (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) for an announcement regarding Saskatchewan’s sustainable agriculture.
SASKATOON – A Saskatchewan-developed tool to support pharmacists with prescribing for various minor ailments and self-care conditions is now used by thousands of students and professionals in every province across Canada.
SASKATOON -- A University of Saskatchewan (USask) researcher has led the creation of a new book which compiles stories of the history of psychedelic drugs around the world, both clinically and culturally.
SASKATOON – Dr. Ana Vargas (PhD) has been appointed as the new lentil and faba bean breeder and an Agri-Food Innovation Fund Chair at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
SASKATOON – Researchers at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) have cooked up a new way to fight local food insecurity in Saskatchewan: a dry soup mix product to be distributed by the Regina Food Bank and the Saskatoon Food Bank & Learning Centre.
SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is unveiling an innovative soup mix that will have an impact in our communities.
SASKATOON – A recently published paper by University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers explores the nexus between climate change, biomass production, and rural poverty, and outlines a hopeful path to a future where environmentally sustainable practices advance the economic and social well-being of vulnerable people around the globe.
SASKATOON – By exploring novel treatments to existing agricultural byproducts, University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers are working to establish environmentally sustainable and economically feasible feed alternatives to benefit Saskatchewan producers and consumers alike.
SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has risen in the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability, cementing its position as a top-100 institution globally taking on the world’s greatest environmental, social and governance issues.
SASKATOON – Award-winning poet and photographer Tenille Campbell (BA’07, MFA’12) has been selected as the next Indigenous Storyteller-in-Residence for a 12-week residency with the University Library at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), beginning in January.
SASKATOON — A research and training initiative launched by the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) and the Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council (BARC) of the Ministry of Agriculture in Bangladesh has received a $56.2 million commitment from the Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh.
SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Nursing is now offering its Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program in Lloydminster, Alta., in partnership with Lakeland College.
SASKATOON — The University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) in Canada has been awarded an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, 75N93023D00013, by the United States’ National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
SASKATOON--The University of Saskatchewan (USask) and Lakeland College invite media to be part of an announcement regarding post-secondary nursing education in Lloydminster.
SASKATOON--In a one-of-a-kind national theatre research project, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is involved in a Canada-wide collaboration of post-secondary theatre schools to create more diverse, equitable and inclusive theatre education across the country.
SASKATOON--A joint project between USask researchers and members of the Saskatoon Fire Department is looking to develop top-down solutions to issues of housing insecurity and homelessness for Saskatoon residents.
SASKATOON – Sixteen graduates of the Master of Indigenous Land-based Education (MILBE) program received their diplomas from the University of Saskatchewan (USask) at Fall Convocation on Wednesday, November 8 at Merlis Belsher Place.
SASKATOON—The University of Saskatchewan (USask) community, members of the public and the media are invited to gather for USask's 95th annual wreath-laying ceremony and brief program on Saturday, Nov. 11 at the Memorial Gates in honour of Remembrance Day.
NORTH BATTLEFORD – North West College and the University of Saskatchewan (USask) are proud to announce a partnership to bring expanded educational opportunities to students of northwest Saskatchewan. This collaborative endeavour will create new pathways for aspiring registered nurses to pursue their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree without leaving their communities.
SASKATOON—Dr. Linzi Williamson (PhD) knows the benefits service dogs can have for veterans – and she hopes she can show the public those benefits, too.
SASKATOON -- The University of Saskatchewan (USask) and North West College invites media to be part of an announcement regarding post-secondary nursing education in North Battleford.
SASKATOON – For the first time in the College of Dentistry’s 58-year history, the college at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) has earned a spot in a prestigious international university ranking for dental schools.
SASKATOON – This fall, 934 students will receive 956 degrees, certificates and diplomas from the University of Saskatchewan (USask). These graduates join a century-old community of more than 171,000 alumni worldwide whose contributions are helping to shape our world.
SASKATOON -- USask achieved high rankings in multiple areas in both the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject and the ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects.
SASKATOON -- University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers are working with City of Saskatoon officials to identify potential avenues for property tax reform, as well as developing strategies to communicate these changes to city residents.
SASKATOON — The University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Centre for Veterinary Vaccine Innovation and Manufacturing (CVIM) at The Pirbright Institute (Pirbright). The MOU allows for expanded collaborations and training around vaccine manufacturing to drive innovations for animal health.
SASKATOON — World-class talent and sequencing technology at the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is enabling researchers in agriculture and other disciplines to more quickly — and cost effectively — explore the genomes of plants, animals, and microbes.
SASKATOON – The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) and the College of Law at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Saturday, Oct. 21 at noon. The MOU represents a collaborative commitment to advance legal reform in child welfare systems for First Nations communities in Saskatchewan.
SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (USask) will co-host the eighth annual Saskatchewan Access to Justice Week, including events designed to raise awareness, promote education, and encourage action in the pursuit of justice, and featuring a lecture from renowned Indigenous leader Cadmus Delorme, former Chief of Cowessess First Nation.
PRINCE ALBERT – The first Open House at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) Prince Albert campus takes place on Friday, Oct. 20.
SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (USask) stands as a testament to over a century of remarkable history, marked by a fusion of architectural grandeur and academic excellence. Lurking beneath the surface are some well-kept secrets and tales of paranormal activity that await discovery.
SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) College of Medicine is creating a first of its kind department in a Canadian medical school, dedicated to improving the health outcomes of Indigenous Peoples in Saskatchewan through academics and education.
SASKATOON — A joint project co-led by University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers and City of Saskatoon officials will use data-driven assessment tools to create “healthy, sustainable transportation” strategies in Saskatoon.
SASKATOON – The Diefenbaker Canada Centre (DCC) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is excited to announce the opening of Resurfacing: Mennonite Floor Patterns, a unique exhibition developed by featured visual artist Margruite Krahn, from Neubergthal, Manitoba.
SASKATOON – Students can now enter the diplomas in the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy program directly from high school.
SASKATOON – The second annual concert series, Discovering the Amatis, featuring the famed University of Saskatchewan (USask) Amati String Instrument Collection, will open on Oct. 15 in with a special performance by Stéphane Tétreault on cello, an instrument that has a unique and fascinating history.
SASKATOON – Emerging research at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is advancing Saskatchewan's social and economic growth.
SASKATOON - A new gift of $750,000 from the Saskatoon City Hospital Foundation (SCHF) will provide funding to the University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Medicine to support the Saskatchewan Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Clinical Research Chair for the next three years.
SASKATOON - Dr. James Benson (PhD) and Dr. Laura Hopkins (MD) believe the University of Saskatchewan (USask) has the tools to provide groundbreaking cancer treatment services to women across Canada.
SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (USask) will honour the remarkable public service of Father André Poilièvre during USask Fall Convocation next month.
PELICAN NARROWS, Sask. – Representatives from the University of Saskatchewan (USask), Northern Lights School Division and Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation (PBCN) Education Authority met in Pelican Narrows Wednesday, Sept. 27 to sign an agreement between their organizations to offer the Bachelor of Education degree program in the northern community.
SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has reached its highest-ever position in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, an indicator that gauges university performances at an international level.
SASKATOON – Guided by Indigenous peoples, the new kihci-okâwîmâw askiy (Great Mother Earth in Plains Cree) Knowledge Centre at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) serves as a resource for Indigenous communities and organizations seeking land-related information, training, and research partnerships.
SASKATOON - The newly renamed Canadian Centre for Rural and Agricultural Health (CCRAH) is celebrating its new name along with a $1.5 million gift that will help ensure the safety and health of rural people and their families.
SASKATOON — The University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) has signed an agreement today to join the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations’ (CEPI) preclinical research network. VIDO is the only organization in Canada and the ninth in the world selected for this research network to date.
SASKATOON - You could say a little “love” is being shown to the tennis courts sitting behind the Education building on the University of Saskatchewan campus.
SASKATOON – Representatives from the University of Saskatchewan (USask) will be making a major gift announcement at the name change celebration and open house for the Canadian Centre for Rural and Agricultural Health (CCRAH).
SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan (USask) community will benefit from increased opportunities for physical activity and enhanced access to sport facilities on campus thanks to a generous gift from USask Professor Emeritus and long-time donor, Dr. Kay Nasser, to the Be What the World Needs Campaign.
SASKATOON - Darian Lonechild, who graduated from the Juris Doctor degree program in the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) College of Law earlier this year, received the Justice Rosalie Silberman Abella Prize from the Royal Society of Canada (RSC).
SASKATOON - Representatives from the University of Saskatchewan (USask), the City of Saskatoon, and the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) are going to Copenhagen to study what goes into building healthy and sustainable cities.
SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Law is pleased to announce a series of thought-provoking lectures as part of its Fall 2023 lineup. These captivating sessions will explore critical topics in law and justice, featuring distinguished speakers from across Canada. Media representatives are invited to attend and cover these enlightening events.
SASKATOON - The inauguration of the ‘Quantum System One’ quantum computer by the Platform for Digital and Quantum Innovation of Quebec (PINQ²) and IBM Canada is making waves for research, scholarly and artistic works (RSAW) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
SASKATOON – At a launch event on Sept. 21, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) unveiled details of an initiative that will massively increase the number of clinical psychologists trained in Saskatchewan.
SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (USask) annual Open House takes place this year on Friday, Sept. 22 on the main Saskatoon campus.
SASKATOON - University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers Dr. Alan Rosenberg (MD) and Dr. Nazeem Muhajarine (PhD) were named members of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS) in recognition of their work in the greater health sciences community.
A new Saskatchewan Polytechnic campus in Saskatoon will transform an existing network of 11 decentralized, outdated buildings into a revitalized complex that offers modern, technology-rich learning for students and greater opportunities for applied research and investment.
SASKATOON – Health Care Simulation Week is taking place Sept. 18-22, and the Clinical Learning Resource Centre (CLRC) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) would like to invite local media to experience simulation in action.
SASKATOON – A researcher focusing on the historic medical use of psychedelics is the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) recipient of the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship.
SASKATOON – On Sept. 12 the University of Saskatchewan (USask) will host Giving Day – a one day event bringing campus and the larger university community together in support of the Be What the World Needs Campaign.
SASKATOON – Dr. Corinne Schuster-Wallace (PhD) is the new executive director of the Global Institute for Water Security (GIWS) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
SASKATOON – Two research projects led by the University of Saskatchewan (USask) have received a total of close to $12 million to enhance climate-forward research projects in the field of sustainable and resilient agriculture.
SASKATOON — Research led by a post-doctoral fellow at the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is shedding new light into how a protein helps plants acquire nitrogen and other important nutrients for growth.
SASKATOON – Dr. Baljit Singh (PhD), Vice-President Research, University of Saskatchewan (USask), will share updates on the research, scholarly and artistic work (RSAW) of USask as we look ahead to the 2023/2024 academic year.
SASKATOON – Dr. Helen Baulch (PhD) has been announced as a new member of the Royal Society of Canada’s (RSC) College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists — a prestigious achievement celebrating excellence in research.
SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (USask) announces the 2023 winners of the Alumni Achievement Awards, one of the university’s highest honours.
SASKATOON - Rory April and Talia Iwanchysko have been named the University of Saskatchewan (USask) 2023 recipients of the prestigious Schulich Leadership Scholarship.
SASKATOON - University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers from a variety of colleges and departments have received funding for projects through the Natural Sciences and Engineering Council of Canada (NSERC) Discovery Grants program.
SASKATOON – Newly appointed Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) Dr. Wendie Marks (PhD) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is investigating links between obesity in Indigenous children and their exposure to environmental factors during pre-conception, prenatal, or early postpartum periods.
SASKATOON - A proposal led by Dr. Chris Todd (PhD) to take the Environmental Plant Pathogen Interaction Centre (EPPICentre) to its next phase was awarded $796,910 in funding from the national John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF).
SASKATOON – On Monday, August 28, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) hosted delegates from Canada’s Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture and Forestry to inform the committee’s study on soil health in Canada.
SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has launched a new initiative to enhance menstrual equity on campus.
SASKATOON – A dedicated group of students and faculty at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) are exploring soil health and management using unique crop research facilities available at USask.
SASKATOON – An increase in the number of highly cited researchers attributed to the University of Saskatchewan (USask) contributed to a strong performance in the ShanghaiRanking Consultancy’s Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU).
SASKATOON — A new funding partnership with PetSmart Charities of Canada will help a University of Saskatchewan (USask) veterinary outreach program expand its impact in northern Saskatchewan communities where animal owners have little or no access to animal health services.
SASKATOON – A University of Saskatchewan (USask) research team is working directly with Indigenous communities throughout Saskatchewan to improve methods for preventing Type 2 diabetes.