Saskatoon wins U of S-led bid to host global One Health research congress in 2018 -

Saskatoon, Sask.—Saskatoon has won the bid, led by the University of Saskatchewan (U of S), to host the 2018 International One Health Congress, an event that is expected to bring more than 1,000 researchers and health professionals from around the world to share their work and create new research collaborations.

U of S researchers examine Canadian philanthropy -

SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) invites members of the media to attend the launch of the most comprehensive report written on Canadian philanthropic giving to the developing world:

U of S team helps develop tool to assess environmental risks of chemicals -

Saskatoon, Sask. – A University of Saskatchewan research team led by toxicologist Markus Hecker will work with scientists from McGill University and Environment and Climate Change Canada on a $9.6-million project to develop and commercialize a new genomics tool for assessing the risk of chemicals in the environment.

U of S holiday experts available -

The festive season is upon us and researchers at the University of Saskatchewan are available to comment on various topics related to the holidays.

Wyant Group donates $500,000 to U of S Home Ice campaign -

SASKATOON—This morning Vaughn Wyant, and the Wyant Group of companies announced a $500,000 gift to the University of Saskatchewan’s Home Ice campaign, an initiative to fund the construction of a modern twin-pad ice facility.

New donation to U of S Home Ice campaign -

SASKATOON – Members of the media are invited to join Vaughn Wyant and the Wyant Group of companies for a special announcement about the University of Saskatchewan Home Ice capital campaign.

University of Saskatchewan celebrates Indigenous nurses -

SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) College of Nursing was proud to host an Indigenous Nurses Celebration Gala on Nov.22 at the Sheraton Cavalier. As the first celebration of its kind in Saskatchewan.

U of S researcher earns national acclaim -

SASKATOON – University of Saskatchewan (U of S) medical anthropologist James Waldram has been honoured with one of Canada’s most prestigious research awards.

U of S research finds good news for Saskatchewan’s woodland caribou -

SASKATOON – A University of Saskatchewan (U of S) research team has found that the woodland caribou population in the Boreal Shield region of Saskatchewan has been slightly increasing over the past two years and currently exists at a high density for the species in Canada.

U of S celebrates Saskatchewan Indigenous nurses -

The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) College of Nursing invites members of the media to join the college at the first-ever gala to celebrate Indigenous nurses in Saskatchewan.

U of S provides funding for childhood neurological disease research -

SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) and the Ataxia of Charlevoix-Saguenay Foundation are working together to fund medical research on a devastating neurodegenerative disease that first appears in toddlers just as they are beginning to walk.

Global Institute for Food Security appoints top international science advisory panel -

The Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan announces today that it has completed the appointment of a full International Scientific Advisory Panel, which will provide scientific advice, feedback and oversight to GIFS research in the areas of seed and developmental biology, root-soil-microbial interactions, and digital and computational agriculture.

U of S names new dean of University Library -

SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) is set to begin a new chapter with the appointment of Melissa L. Just as dean of the University Library.

Bruno recovers after long stay at U of S vet college -

SASKATOON – When Cindy and John Billesberger’s missing dog Bruno was found at the bottom of an abandoned well near their Estevan-area farmyard, they were astounded that the seven-year-old chocolate Labrador retriever was still alive.

Home Ice campaign has the Wright stuff -

SASKATOON – A long-time supporter of the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) and Huskie Athletics has made a major contribution to the fundraising campaign to build a new twin-ice facility on campus.

Sask. study on horse therapy shows promising results -

In recognition of Global One Health Day today, researchers Colleen Dell of the University of Saskatchewan and Darlene Chalmers of the University of Regina are releasing study results showing that people who participated in mental health and addictions treatment programs involving interactions with horses reported therapeutic benefits in their healing.

University of Saskatchewan STI screening results -

On November 2 the University of Saskatchewan’s Student Health Services and Peer Health Mentors, in collaboration with the Sexual Health Centre Saskatoon, OUTSaskatoon and AIDS Saskatoon came close to beating the world record set for screening the most people for sexually transmitted infections (STI) in a day.

Justice research centre established at the U of S -

SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) Dean of Law, Martin Phillipson is pleased to announce the establishment of the CREATE Justice research centre, which will operate within the law college.

New U of S immunotherapy technique holds promise for curing food allergies -

SASKATOON - University of Saskatchewan (U of S) scientists have developed a new immunotherapy technique that nearly eliminates the allergic response to peanut and egg white proteins in food-allergic mice, reducing the anaphylactic response by up to 90 per cent with only one treatment.

New U of S childcare centre lessens barriers to education -

SASKATOON – Today, members of the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) community celebrated the completion of the university’s first stand-alone childcare building and honoured those involved in the project.

U of S officially opens newest childcare centre -

SASKATOON -- The University of Saskatchewan’s newest and much-needed childcare facility is open. Members of the media are invited to attend the official grand opening and tour the centre.

New hotel development breaks ground at the U of S -

SASKATOON—Today, P.R. Hotels Ltd., as the developer for College Hotels LP, and the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) broke ground on a brand new, nine-storey hotel development that will provide an exciting mix of services for the university and surrounding community.

Academic freedom cornerstone of new U of S Confucius Institute agreement -

SASKATOON--The University of Saskatchewan has signed an unprecedented agreement with the Confucius Institute Headquarters that protects academic freedom and transparency in the activities of the U of S Confucius Institute (CI), a centre that promotes cultural and academic co-operation between China and Canada.

U of S set to launch Home Ice Campaign -

SASKATOON – Members of the media are invited to attend the official launch of the campaign to build a twin-pad ice facility at the University of Saskatchewan.

U of S students using history to serve the community -

SASKATOON—Members of the media are invited to join University of Saskatchewan (U of S) undergraduate students who are using their investigative skills to help community organizations achieve their research needs.

U of S researcher aims to save endangered cranes -

SASKATOON—Slender, graceful and majestic, Asia’s red-crowned cranes may look the same in the wild or in captivity, but inside they are markedly different in the types of microbes they carry around—something that may guide conservation efforts for the endangered birds.

U of S to honour acclaimed author -

SASKATOON – He is one of Canada’s best-known novelists, an award-winning crime writer who has also been lauded for his work as a lawyer, journalist, environmentalist and civil rights activist.

Prestigious Banting Fellowships bring two top researchers to U of S -

SASKATOON - Two outstanding young researchers from Germany and Alberta have been recruited to the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) as 2016 Banting Post-doctoral Fellows, a federal program that attracts top-tier talent both nationally and internationally.

Two U of S graduate students awarded Vanier Scholarships -

SASKATOON - Two University of Saskatchewan (U of S) PhD students have been awarded Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships, the country’s most prestigious and competitive federal scholarship for top-tier graduate students.

U of S hosts lieutenant governor of Saskatchewan to open exhibit -

The Diefenbaker Canada Centre (DCC) at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) is officially opening Sisters United: Women’s Suffrage in Saskatchewan, an in-house produced exhibit. Sisters United commemorates the centennial of women winning the right to vote in Saskatchewan in 1916. In recognition of Women’s History Month in October, the exhibit highlights the significant contribution made by those who laid the foundation for women’s rights in Saskatchewan.

U of S gift seeks to create a legacy of reconciliation -

SASKATOON—The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) will be gifting a ceremonial walking stick to the University of Alberta (U of A) to officially begin the second annual Building Reconciliation forum that looks at how universities can best respond to the calls to action of the Truth and Reconciliation Committee (TRC) of Canada.

U of S launches new initiatives for Sexual Assault Awareness Week -

SASKATOON - As part of Sexual Assault Awareness Week, university and student leaders will announce important developments in the University of Saskatchewan’s commitment to provide and maintain a safe and positive environment, where any form of sexual assault and sexual misconduct is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.

U of S vet med college opens new clinical learning centre -

SASKATOON – Veterinary medical education has relied on models for decades, but a new learning centre at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) will use the latest technology to make those models more realistic than ever.

Open textbook use on the rise at U of S -

SASKATOON—With a 184 per cent increase in the use of free, digital open textbooks over last year, the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) is saving students about $275,000 in textbook costs this year.

WCVM opens new clinical learning centre -

SASKATOON – Members of the media are invited to attend the official opening of the BJ Hughes Centre for Clinical Learning at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) on the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) campus.

Federal funding to support major research appointment at U of S -

SASKATOON – Members of the media are invited to attend a significant research announcement featuring the Government of Canada and the University of Saskatchewan (U of S). Ralph Goodale, Canada’s Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, on behalf of Canada’s Science Minister Kirsty Duncan, will announce the newest Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) during an official ceremony at the U of S.

Canada-wide concert for suicide prevention comes to U of S -

SASKATOON – University of Saskatchewan artists and performers will take the stage as part of Mysterious Barricades, a coast-to-coast, sunrise-to-sunset concert series to mark World Suicide Prevention Day on Sept. 10.

University of Saskatchewan meets enrolment targets -

SASKATOON - As of the first day of classes, 20,234 undergraduate and graduate students are registered in fall term classes at the University of Saskatchewan—up 2.6 per cent from the previous year.

U of S awarded $77.8M to lead “Global Water Futures” research program -

SASKATOON-The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) has been awarded $77.8 million from the Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) to lead the “Global Water Futures: Solutions to Water Threats in an Era of Global Change” initiative—the largest university-led water research program ever funded worldwide.

Setting fire to a dorm to promote fire safety -

SASKATOON – Members of the media are invited to attend the University of Saskatchewan’s fire safety simulation—Dorm Burn—as part of U of S Welcome Week activities.

U of S and Government of Canada to announce major research funding -

SASKATOON – Media are invited to attend a major research announcement by the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) and the Government of Canada. The largest federally funded research initiative in university history will be announced at the event, featuring the Honourable Ralph Goodale and U of S President Peter Stoicheff. 


University of Saskatchewan welcomes students back to campus -

More than 2,500 new students are signed up to attend the University of Saskatchewan’s (U of S) Orientation this year—an event that welcomes and orients students to the U of S community. Orientation is the first welcome activity among many that take place throughout the first few weeks of September. Other events include the Huskies football season opener, a dorm burn, a ceremonial horse dance and the U of S Students’ Union Welcome Week.

U of S to showcase major food research program -

SASKATOON – Members of the media are invited to attend the official launch of a new world-class food security research program—“Designing Crops for Global Food Security”—at the University of Saskatchewan that will be led by the university’s Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS).

U of S VIDO-InterVac develops vaccine for devastating pig virus -

SASKATOON – In less than a year, University of Saskatchewan (U of S) scientists have developed and tested a prototype vaccine that could protect the North American swine industry from a virus that has killed more than eight million pigs and cost more than $400 million in lost income since 2013.

U of S and Government of Canada to announce major infrastructure funding -

SASKATOON – Media are invited to attend a special announcement by the University of Saskatchewan (U of S), the Government of Canada, and the Government of Saskatchewan. Five infrastructure projects will be announced at the event, featuring the Honourable Ralph Goodale, the Honourable Scott Moe, and U of S President Peter Stoicheff. 


U of S highlights NSERC-funded environmental research during Goodale visit -

SASKATOON – Research in environmental sciences was highlighted today as the Honourable Ralph Goodale, Canada’s Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, joined officials at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) in celebrating the success of its scientists funded through the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC).

U of S researchers’ work better informs how drugs are administered -

SASKATOON - University of Saskatchewan (U of S) researchers have developed a method to better inform how certain drugs are administered to people to improve the volume and timing of doses. Their work was recently published in the Public Library of Science.

U of S to host Great War antiques roadshow -

SASKATOON - Members of the media are invited to attend a University of Saskatchewan (U of S) Great War Antiques Road Show, in co-operation with Parks Canada. Saskatoon-area residents are encouraged to bring any Great War memorabilia to the event for assessment by Parks Canada military curator Grant Tyler.

Nursing students from around the world come together at U of S -

SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) invites media to attend the opening ceremonies for the 2016 Innovative Learning Institute for Circumpolar Health. The learning institute aims to improve the teaching of northern nursing education.

U of S NSERC/SaskPower research chair to develop modern power grid -

SASKATOON - University of Saskatchewan (U of S) electrical engineer Tony Chung has been awarded a $2.2-million industrial research chair that will help Canada achieve a safe, reliable and sustainable power grid that incorporates renewable energy sources.

U of S mine reclamation research facility hosts open house -

SASKATOON - Today, the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) Global Institute for Water Security (GIWS) showcased the research capabilities of a new testing facility to develop and commercialize innovative mine waste cover systems.

IMII invests in U of S engineering research -

SASKATOON - The International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII) and University of Saskatchewan (U of S) are teaming up to advance knowledge of deep groundwater systems.

U of S research suggests Indigenous children were well-nourished before residential schools -

SASKATOON - Indigenous children in Saskatchewan and Manitoba in the first half of the 20th century were at a healthy weight when they entered residential schools, according to new research from the University of Saskatchewan (U of S), a finding that has implications for health policy to address alarming rates of obesity and diabetes among Indigenous people.

U of S researchers awarded $9.2 million from NSERC -

Over the next five years, 57 University of Saskatchewan scientists will receive more than $9.2 million from the Natural Science and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) through their Discovery, Discovery Accelerator, and Research Tools and Instruments programs.

Cyclotron now supplying radioisotopes to RUH -

Stakeholders from government, healthcare and academia today marked the start of supply of radioisotopes from the Saskatchewan Centre for Cyclotron Sciences for patient PET-CT scans at Royal University Hospital.

U of S Saskatchewan Centre for Cyclotron Sciences announcement regarding Saskatchewan patient care -

SASKATOON - Premier Brad Wall, Minister Responsible for Innovation Jeremy Harrison, and leaders from the University of Saskatchewan (U of S), Fedoruk Centre and Saskatoon Health Region will participate in an event marking the end of the university's Saskatchewan Centre for Cyclotron Sciences capital project and the start of supply of radioisotopes it produces for Saskatchewan patients.

Canadian food research on the table at the U of S -

SASKATOON - Canada is a swamp, according to University of Saskatchewan (U of S) researcher Rachel Engler-Stringer. Or is it a mirage? The answer is both, at least when it comes to our food retail environment.

Edwards inspires young U of S entrepreneurs -

SASKATOON - What started as a summer student position has quickly grown into something much larger for Lenny Williams, a fourth-year accounting student in the Edwards School of Business at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S).

U of S signs agreement to support Indigenous Land Management professionals -

SASKATOON - With the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) College of Agriculture and Bioresources and National Aboriginal Lands Managers Association (NALMA), Indigenous students can use course credits from both institutions to receive professional certification.

International banking leader to head U of S roundtable -

SASKATOON - Members of the media are invited to attend a roundtable discussion on global economic development challenges and issues on Wednesday at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S). The event will feature retired international banking executive Rajat Nag—the former head of the Asian Development Bank—who was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Laws at U of S Spring Convocation this week:

Tuesday at U of S Spring Convocation -

SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) invites members of the media to attend tomorrow's Spring Convocation ceremonies:

U of S salutes first mining option graduates -

SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) will celebrate Saskatchewan Mining Week today by honouring the first class of graduates from its new mining and mineral processing options.

Today at U of S Spring Convocation -

SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) invites members of the media to attend today's Spring Convocation ceremony:

U of S set for Spring Convocation -

SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) invites members of the media to attend this year's Spring Convocation ceremonies:

U of S hosts conference on sustainable energy for Saskatchewan -

SASKATOON- The School of Environment and Sustainability (SENS) at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) is connecting leaders and experts in energy from across Canada, to discuss the issues of sustainability within their sectors and facing the province of Saskatchewan.

U of S Graduation Powwow to attract thousands -

SASKATOON- The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) Graduation Powwow, in partnership with Affinity Credit Union, celebrates the academic achievements of graduating First Nations, Métis and Inuit students from the U of S and from high schools across the province.

U of S salutes Ahenakew for lifetime achievement -

SASKATOON - Ray Ahenakew has spent a lifetime breaking down barriers while working in both the public and private sector to build business opportunities and to improve the lives of First Nations people.

U of S to pay tribute to Blackstock -

SASKATOON - Cindy Blackstock carried the cause of First Nations children's rights all the way to the Federal Court of Appeal in a decade-long legal campaign that culminated in a landmark decision in January by the Canadian Human Rights tribunal.

Sask Wheat graduate scholarship recipients announced -

Saskatoon - The Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) and the University of Saskatchewan's College of Agriculture and Bioresources are proud to announce the first recipients of the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission Graduate Scholarships.

U of S spotlights Aboriginal business leader -

SASKATOON - As the chief executive officer of Canada's first independent Aboriginal bank, Keith Martell understands precisely how education creates opportunity.

MIT expert to be celebrated by U of S -

SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) will celebrate the achievements of one of our province's foremost experts in computer science and artificial intelligence at this year's Spring Convocation.

Edwards to host high school business case competition -

SASKATOON - Media are invited to watch 81 students from across Western Canada compete to win the title of business high school of the year. The University of Saskatchewan's (U of S) Edwards School of Business will host the 5th Annual Saskatchewan Business Teachers' Association (SBTA) Case Competition and Teacher's Conference May 5th and 6th in Saskatoon.

New ergonomics lab opens at the U of S -

Media are invited to attend the official opening of the new ergonomics laboratory at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) this week.

Mike Babcock to receive honorary degree from U of S -

He is one of the most decorated coaches in hockey history—the only coach to win a Stanley Cup, an Olympic gold medal and a world championship—but Mike Babcock has never forgotten his roots.

U of S to honour world-renowned leader in international development -

SASKATOON - He went on to manage billion-dollar portfolios and work with thousands of people, but Rajat M. Nag fondly remembers the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) as playing a pivotal role in his early development as an international banking leader.

Saskatoon veterans benefit from university research -

SASKATOON - The Universities of Saskatchewan (U of S), Regina and McMaster, along with the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program, are releasing a new resource for service providers, educators and community members.

U of S announces 2016 Images of Research winners -

From the mountainous landscapes of Greenland to the intricate depths of a mouse brain, University of Saskatchewan (U of S) researchers have been showing the world that knowledge is beautiful.

U of S to introduce new pharmacy curriculum -

The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) will launch a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program in fall 2017 to replace the Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy as the first professional degree required to practice as a licensed pharmacist.

U of S Chancellor agrees to extend his term into the fall -

SASKATOON - Blaine Favel, whose three-year term as chancellor of the University ofSaskatchewan (U of S) ends June 30, has agreed to stay on in the role until a new chancellor is named, likely at the end of October.

U of S set to celebrate Earth Day -

SASKATOON - The School of Environment and Sustainability (SENS) at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) is hosting an event this weekend to help celebrate Earth Day.

U of S researchers bring the laboratory to the classroom -

SASKATOON - A new in-classroom laboratory approach by University of Saskatchewan (U of S) researchers Laureen McIntyre and Laurie Hellsten promises to provide a real-world look at assessment and teaching strategies for students with speech, language and learning difficulties.

Gaming and rocket science taking off at the U of S -

SASKATOON - Gaming and space technology research at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) will soon receive a $3.3 million boost to help train the next wave of innovators for these multibillion dollar industries.

Parents on Campus group to hold town hall at U of S -

SASKATOON - Members of the media are invited to attend a University of Saskatchewan (U of S) student-organized town hall meeting to provide student, staff and faculty parents with a platform to raise their concerns regarding the challenges they face and to work towards solutions that are effective and inclusive.

U of S president to deliver state of the university address -

SASKATOON — Members of the media are invited to hear University of Saskatchewan (U of S) President Peter Stoicheff deliver his first state of the university address at Friday's annual General Academic Assembly (GAA).

U of S field school earns international award -

SASKATOON - A one-of-a-kind field school that provides myriad benefits to University of Saskatchewan (U of S) graduate students and the Stó:lō people of British Columbia has been recognized by the American Society of Applied Anthropology, earning the prestigious Robert A. Hackenberg Memorial Award for 2016.

Puppies and puzzles help U of S students stress less -

SASKATOON — From therapy dogs and massages to puzzles, games and snacks, the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) is offering a series of activities to support students as they enter exam season.

Delta Days take centre stage at U of S -

SASKATOON - The School of Environment and Sustainability (SENS) at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) is hosting Delta Days this week, a three-day workshop involving community members (land users, elders, youth, leaders), university researchers, and other partners.

U of S to announce Aboriginal job skills program -

SASKATOON — Members of the media are invited to attend the University of Saskatchewan's (U of S) launch of the new Aboriginal Career Start (ACS) Program, the first of its kind at the university.

U of S engineering students design with children in mind -

SASKATOON — The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) College of Engineering invites members of the media and public to view presentations of prototypes from an engineering design class that will be used as exhibits at the Children's Discovery Museum.

Donor supports Edwards School of Business facelift -

SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) invites members of the media to attend an announcement of a six-figure donation to rejuvenate student space in the Edwards School of Business:

U of S reacts to federal budget -

"I am delighted with today's federal budget announcement that recognizes the value to society of a university like ours," said U of S President Peter Stoicheff.

U of S hosts research event for World Water Day -

SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan's (U of S) Global Institute for Water Security (GIWS) has partnered with the Canadian Water Resources Association (CWRA) to host an event honouring World Water Day and showcasing advances in student and faculty water research activities.

U of S researchers improve kidney diagnostics -

SASKATOON - Doctors now have a much-improved tool to assess individual kidney function, thanks to the work of an international team led by University of Saskatchewan (U of S) medical imaging specialists Drs. Carl and Michal Wesolowski.

U of S researchers adapt "camera pill" to examine horses -

SASKATOON - Veterinary and engineering researchers at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) have teamed up to harness imaging technology to fill in a blank area in animal health—what goes on in a horse's gut?

U of S event to showcase leadership gurus -

SASKATOON - Members of the media are invited to hear from an impressive list of leadership gurus lined up by the Edwards School of Business for its annual one-day leadership conference.

U of S adds powerful new research tool -

SASKATOON - Researchers at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) will develop materials critical to sustainable energy development and other fields through a $577,000 investment from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI).

U of S shines spotlight on public transit -

SASKATOON - Media and members of the public are invited to hear acclaimed international public transit planner Jarrett Walker speak in this Saturday's Great Places event, presented by the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) Regional and Urban Planning program and the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada:

U of S to host refugee health-care conference -

SASKATOON - The Continuing Medical Education division of the College of Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) is providing an educational opportunity for health-care providers on the unique medical needs of refugees.

MEDIA ADVISORY: Nassers matching donations to U of S students -

SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) is holding its third annual One Day for Students campaign on Thursday, March 10, when we invite the university community, alumni, donors and friends to make a special donation to enhance the U of S experience for our over 20,000 students.

U of S hosts Breaking the Silence conference -

SASKATOON - Members of the media are invited to attend the 19th annual Breaking the Silence conference—On Issues of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S).

U of S to host international human rights law conference -

SASKATOON - Professor Anne-Marie Cotter, the Law Foundation of Saskatchewan H. Robert Arscott Chair in the College of Law, is pleased to host the International Human Rights Law Conference at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S).

U of S community supporting student refugees -

SASKATOON - Media and members of the public are invited to attend a student refugee program forum at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S). At the forum, U of S students, staff and faculty will discuss how they can support, welcome, resettle and integrate six new refugees coming to study at the U of S in September:

Legalization of marijuana to be examined at U of S -

SASKATOON - Industry and scholarly experts will gather at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) for a two-day symposium examining the potential legalization of marijuana in Canada. Hosted by the U of S College of Arts and Science, the symposium will feature two public lectures and panel discussions:

U of S historian sees resurgence in LSD research -

SASKATOON - More than 50 years ago, prominent English writer and philosopher Aldous Huxley had his wife inject him with LSD on his deathbed, an act that could have parallels for aging populations in the 21st century.

U of S alumnus establishes new smartphone program -

SASKATOON - A University of Saskatchewan (U of S) alumnus is helping enhance his alma mater's national reputation as a leader in education focused on smartphone programming, entrepreneurship and app development.

ITEP to host Indigenous education conference -

SASKATOON - Media are invited to attend a news conference to announce details of the upcoming Indigenous education conference hosted by the University of Saskatchewan's (U of S) Indian Teacher Education Program (ITEP). This year's theme is Inspiring change through Indigenous education practices and knowledges.

U of S president to speak at Aboriginal student awards ceremony -

SASKATOON - Media are invited to attend the University of Saskatchewan's (U of S) Aboriginal student achievement awards ceremony. These prestigious awards will be presented to 39 students from 12 colleges and three student groups.

U of S Speed Scrabble raises funds for literacy programs -

SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan Students' Union (USSU) and University of Saskatchewan (U of S) Learning Commons partners are hosting a Speed Scrabble Tournament to raise awareness and funds for literacy programs in Saskatoon.

Canadian astronaut coming to the U of S -

SASKATOON - Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut David Saint-Jacques will be at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) to give two presentations on Tuesday, Feb. 9. While the presentations are not open to the general public, media are welcome to attend both events:

U of S to work with National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation -

SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) will sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will provide access to information on Canada's history with Indigenous Peoples.

Fedoruk Centre invests $2-million in policy research at U of S -

SASKATOON - The Sylvia Fedoruk Canadian Centre for Nuclear Innovation will invest $2-million to support research at the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) at the University of Regina (U of R) and the University of Saskatchewan (U of S).

SIPPA program producing practitioners -

SASKATOON - People in communities across Saskatchewan are benefitting from better access to physician services. A new family doctor is now practising in Wadena, thanks to the most recent results of the Saskatchewan International Physician Practice Assessment (SIPPA) program, supported by the University of Saskatchewan.

U of S celebrates historic opening of new student centre -

SASKATOON - As the doors of the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre officially opened today, a decade-long chapter of planning, designing and construction closed at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S).

Astronaut Roberta Bondar to speak at the U of S -

SASKATOON - Dr. Roberta Bondar, Canada's first female astronaut, will present a lecture at the University of Saskatchewan's (U of S) Convocation Hall on Thursday, Feb. 4:

U of S veterinarians to release great horned owl -

SASKATOON - Media are invited to attend the release of a great horned owl currently under the care of wildlife veterinarians in the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S).

TRC the topic of U of S Wunusweh law lecture -

SASKATOON - The College of Law at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) invites members of the media to attend the 2016 Wunusweh Lecture in Aboriginal Law on Monday, Feb. 1.

U of S student group supports sobriety pledge -

SASKATOON - Media are invited to attend the month-end celebration for the "Thinking About My Drinking" challenge at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S). Students pledged to stay sober from alcohol for one month.

Golden opportunity for U of S researchers -

SASKATOON - University of Saskatchewan (U of S) professor Stephen Foley and his team appear to have the Midas touch when it comes to gold extraction research.

Acclaimed author/musician to speak at U of S -

SASKATOON - Nationally acclaimed author and musician Dave Bidini will deliver two talks at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) on Friday, Jan. 22. His evening address is part of Writing North, a free two-day writing festival that targets aspiring writers from across the province.

New support for Indigenous engineering students at U of S -

SASKATOON - A new industry partnership to support Indigenous engineering students with summer work placements and tuition assistance has been established by the College of Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S).

New initiative for Indigenous engineering students at U of S -

SASKATOON - The College of Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) invites media to an announcement of a new industry partnership program to support Indigenous engineering students during their undergraduate engineering studies at the U of S.

U of S researchers recognized by Agricultural Institute -

SASKATOON - University of Saskatchewan (U of S) researchers Jeff Schoenau and Phil Thacker have been honoured by the Agricultural Institute of Canada (AIC), the national organization that promotes and advocates for agricultural research in Canada and internationally.

U of S hosting panel on provincial renewable energy options -

SASKATOON - Media are invited to attend a panel discussion at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) on the challenges and opportunities for implementing renewable energy as Saskatchewan moves towards a low-carbon future.

Sask Wheat, SeCan invest $3.5 million in U of S durum program -

SASKATOON - The development of durum varieties through the University of Saskatchewan's (U of S) Crop Development Centre (CDC) will take a major step forward thanks to a commitment to invest up to $3.5-million over 10 years by the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) and SeCan.

World wheat experts to meet in Saskatoon in 2019 -

SASKATOON - A Saskatoon group has won the bid to host the 2019 International Wheat Congress, a first-of-its-kind event that will bring together more than 600 scientists to discuss advances in research and the future of wheat in helping avert a global food security crisis by 2050.

U of S names new dean in College of Law -

SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) has appointed Martin Phillipson as dean of the College of Law for a five-year term beginning July 1, 2016.

U of S researchers help lead wheat genome sequencing breakthrough -

SASKATOON - An international consortium of scientists co-led by the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) announced today that it has been able to crack the code for understanding the order of about 90 per cent of the highly complex genome of bread wheat, the most widely grown cereal in the world.

U of S to kick off the International Year of Pulses -

SASKATOON - Media are invited to attend the kickoff event for the 2016 Year of the Pulses at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S). The United Nations declared that 2016 will be the International Year of Pulses to position the crops as a primary source of protein and other essential nutrients.

Winter Orientation welcomes new U of S students -

SASKATOON - With classes resuming at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) on Tuesday, Jan. 5, close to 170 new students are beginning their campus experience today at the university's Winter Orientation.

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