U of S names main university boardroom after alumnus and nation builder Emmett Hall -

SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) will name the boardroom of the Peter MacKinnon Building in honor of alumnus Emmett Hall (1898-1995), a major contributor to the national health-care system, a defender of Indigenous land claims and widely considered to be among Canada’s finest jurists of the 20th century.

U of S researchers in global food security awarded grants from Microsoft -

SASKATOON - Two University of Saskatchewan (U of S) computer scientists are among the first grant recipients of Microsoft’s AI for Earth program, aimed at empowering people and organizations to solve global environmental challenges by increasing access to artificial intelligence (AI) tools and educational opportunities that will accelerate innovation.

Remai Modern and University of Saskatchewan to sign partnership agreement -

SASKATOON – In what is believed to be the first agreement in Canada between a university and a city-owned art museum, University of Saskatchewan (U of S) President Peter Stoicheff and Remai Modern Executive Director and CEO Gregory Burke will sign an historic partnership agreement Tuesday.

University of Saskatchewan to announce major gift -

SASKATOON – Members of the media are invited to an announcement celebrating an extraordinary commitment to the Canadian beef industry through a major gift to the Livestock and Forage Centre Excellence (LFCE).

NSERC awards U of S researcher $1.65 million for fertilizer remediation training program -

SASKATOON — University of Saskatchewan (U of S) soil researcher Steven Siciliano has been awarded $1.65 million over six years by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council’s (NSERC) Collaborative Research and Training Experience (CREATE) program to train a new cadre of scientists in sustainable environmental remediation of fertilizer sites.

U of S and GastroGeniX collaborate on next-generation gut imaging technology -

SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) has reached a patent licensing agreement with California-based GastroGeniX Inc., giving the firm the right to use and commercialize advanced image processing technology that enables more accurate diagnoses of gastrointestinal cancer and diseases in patients.

U of S to train young Indigenous athletes -

SASKATOON – Members of the media are invited to attend the first day of a new Indigenous youth athlete program hosted by the College of Kinesiology, Huskie Athletics and the University of Saskatchewan.

U of S to host Remembrance Day ceremony -

SASKATOON – Media and members of the public are invited to attend a Remembrance Day ceremony at the Memorial Gates on the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) campus, on Saturday.

U of S-NRGene crop research partnership maps two lentil genomes -

Ness Ziona, Israel, and Saskatoon–In cutting-edge research aimed at breeding better lentils, a partnership between University of Saskatchewan (U of S) crop scientists and world-leading genomic big data company NRGene of Israel has successfully sequenced two wild lentil genomes—the largest legume genomes ever assembled.

U of S College of Law announces refugee scholarship -

SASKATOON – The College of Law at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) has announced a new scholarship that will fully fund the tuition, student fees and textbooks of one Juris Doctor (JD) student, who has claimed or is claiming refugee status in Canada, for the duration of their three-year law degree.

Record breaking attempt: Most sexually active people to submit a urine sample -

SASKATOON – On Wednesday, Nov. 1, media are invited to the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) as students, staff and instructors try to break the world record for the most people to submit a urine sample in 10 consecutive hours to be tested for sexually transmitted infections (STI).

U of S experts and Halloween 2017 -

Halloween is coming and the University of Saskatchewan has faculty members who can add expertise to your holiday stories.

No magic bullet to combat climate change according to U of S and U of R researchers -

SASKATOON – There is no clear-cut solution to reaching the federal target of a 30 per cent reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030. Instead it will require a combination of policy instruments, including a national carbon price, according to experts at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) and the University of Regina (U of R).

Pain management and addiction focus of health-care conference -

SASKATOON – The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan and the Health Science Continuing Education Group of the University of Saskatchewan are co-hosting the Current Options for Managing Pain and Addiction conference starting on Oct. 27.

U of S basic research leads to non-yellowing flax-based oil for artists’ paints -

SASKATOON – Fundamental research into the chemistry of flax by University of Saskatchewan (U of S) plant scientist Martin Reaney has led to a new patented technology and an unexpected byproduct—a flax-based artist quality oil that does not cause yellowing over time dries quickly, and has significantly reduced odour.

Saskatchewan Access to Justice Week starts at U of S -

SASKATOON – Following a successful inaugural week in October 2016, the University of Saskatchewan’s (U of S) College of Law and justice stakeholders are again coming together for the second annual event Oct. 16 to 21, 2017.

U of S-led global conference will get to the roots of food security -

SASKATOON– Saskatoon has been selected to host an international scientific conference in July of 2019 that will bring together scientists, students and industry stakeholders to explore new ideas and opportunities for enhancing sustainable plant production and food and water security.

U of S wellness strategy is road map to success -

SASKATOON — Optimal health and well-being of students, faculty and staff is the goal, and the newly released wellness strategy is the road map for the University of Saskatchewan (U of S).

U of S hosts 2017 Vetavision -

SASKATOON—Members of the media are invited to attend the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) for Vetavision 2017, an open house that gives the public a glimpse into the exciting world of veterinary medicine.

New Cameco chair to improve Indigenous health outcomes -

SASKATOON—Members of the media are invited to join the College of Medicine, the Royal University Hospital Foundation (RUHF), partner organizations and government representatives, as they announce the inaugural Cameco Chair in Indigenous Health.

U of S to honour world renowned neurologist -

SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) will celebrate the lifelong contributions of one of the world’s leading authorities on Parkinson’s disease, during U of S Fall Convocation next month.

U of S hydrologist Howard Wheater to advise on U.S. national water future -

SASKATOON—Renowned University of Saskatchewan (U of S) hydrologist Howard Wheater, who co-leads the world’s largest university-based water research initiative—Global Water Futures (GWF)— has been appointed to a distinguished U.S. National Academies panel looking into the future of water resources in the United States.

U of S holds Canada 150 Citizenship Ceremony -

SASKATOON–For the first time in its history, the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) will host a citizenship ceremony on its campus. Up to 50 new Canadians will take the Oath of Citizenship with Presiding Official Lynda Haverstock, Saskatchewan’s former Lieutenant Governor. 

U of S researchers awarded $10.7M by NSERC -

SASKATOON – Sixty University of Saskatchewan (U of S) faculty and 27 graduate students and post-doctoral fellows have been awarded a total of $10.7 million by the federal Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) for fundamental research that will contribute to more prosperous future for Canada.

U of S celebrating a century of commerce -

SASKATOON – From humble beginnings as the first accounting school in Canada, the Edwards School of Business at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) kicked off a year-long centennial celebration today.

U of S recognizes outstanding citizens in honour of Canada 150 -

SASKATOON – Ten remarkable members of the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) community are being recognized as U of S Canada 150 Citizens for significantly contributing to Canada becoming a more diverse, inclusive and environmentally sustainable country.

University of Saskatchewan enrolment continues to grow -

SASKATOON - As of the first day of classes, 20,670 undergraduate and graduate students are registered in fall term classes at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S)—up 2.1 per cent from the previous year.

World's first Learning Lab launched at U of S -

SASKATOON – The Edwards School of Business at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) will officially unveil the Allsopp Learning Lab—the first of its kind in the world—during a grand opening event on September 7.

U of S professor Maureen Reed finalist for top national award -

SASKATOON - University of Saskatchewan (U of S) geographer and sustainability scholar Maureen Reed has been selected as one of three finalists in the Connections category of the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council’s (SSHRC) Impact Awards, which celebrate research achievements and sharing of new knowledge beyond the academic community.

U of S researcher helps link major floods to ocean patterns -

SASKATOON – The number of major floods in natural rivers across North America and Europe has not increased overall during the past 80 years, a recent study involving University of Saskatchewan (U of S) researchers has concluded. Instead, researchers found that the occurrence of major flooding in North America and Europe often varies with North Atlantic Ocean temperature patterns.

CFI investment advances U of S plant and medical imaging research -

SASKATOON — Three University of Saskatchewan (U of S) early-career researchers have been awarded a total of more than $300,000 from the Canada Foundation for Innovation, for state-of-the-art equipment that will help them excel in leading-edge work related to agriculture and medical imaging.

Edwards school embraces new business ownership model -

SASKATOON — The Edwards School of Business, SuccessionMatching and a number of industry leaders have partnered to help university students and alumni successfully transition into business ownership.

Travelling exhibit finishes 4,500 kilometre journey at the U of S -

SASKATOON – A collaborative mixed-media art exhibit telling the story of Indigenous peoples living in river deltas in Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Alberta and the Northwest Territories will be on display in the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre at the University of Saskatchewan until Friday, August 4, 2017.

U of S part of NASA global survey of surface water -

SASKATOON – Saskatchewan’s wetlands and North Saskatchewan River have been chosen as a testing ground for new NASA technologies designed to map water in northern environments and around the world.

U of S takes additional measures to address funding shortfall -

SASKATOON — The University of Saskatchewan will reduce senior leadership salaries and benefits and spend its reserve funds far below the recommended level for public institutions in order to meet a projected budget deficit in the coming year, President Peter Stoicheff told the institution’s Board of Governors last week.

U of S signs MOU to create Sask Alliance -

SASKATOON - The University of Saskatchewan, University of Regina and Saskatchewan Polytechnic have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to create Sask Alliance to collaborate on the internationalization of higher education within the province.

Thursday at U of S Spring Convocation -

SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) invites media to cover today’s spring convocation ceremonies at TCU Place:

Regina’s College of Medicine campus to grow -

The Regina Qu’Appelle Regional Health Authority (RQRHA) and the University of Saskatchewan’s College of Medicine have committed to a formal 10-year agreement to work together to further develop the University’s College of Medicine Regina campus to support access and quality of care in the southern region of the province.

Tuesday at U of S Spring Convocation -

SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) invites media to cover today’s spring convocation ceremonies at TCU Place:

Today at U of S Spring Convocation -

SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) invites media to cover this afternoon’s spring convocation ceremony at TCU Place:

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 Métis, First Nations and Inuit students from the U of S and from high schools across the province.

U of S will close research centre due to provincial budget cuts -

SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan will close the International Centre for Northern Governance and Development (ICNGD) as of June 15, 2017. The annual targeted funding for this research centre was eliminated in this year’s provincial budget, as of April 30, 2017.

Art aficionado to be celebrated by U of S -

SASKATOON – From small-town Saskatchewan to one of the world’s leading cosmopolitan centres for art and culture, Frederick Mulder has become a pillar of the art world, an internationally renowned expert on the printmaking of Pablo Picasso and a global philanthropist.

New executive director named to lead U of S Fedoruk Centre -

SASKATOON – Following an extensive national search, John Root has been appointed executive director of the Sylvia Fedoruk Canadian Centre for Nuclear Innovation (Fedoruk Centre) at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S).

U of S-led project will use biowaste technology to clean up polluted soil -

SASKATOON – University of Saskatchewan (U of S) soil researchers have been awarded $750,000 in federal funding to develop a next-generation method of removing spilled petroleum pollutants within the soil at former gas stations by using converted biowaste from cattle processing plants.

U of S to honour Canadian hockey icon -

SASKATOON – She is widely regarded as the greatest female hockey player in the world and is the all-time leading scorer in the history of Canada’s national women’s team.

U of S begins work on Merlis Belsher Place -

SASKATOON — The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) marked the start of construction on the long-awaited Merlis Belsher Place today, with an official ground-breaking ceremony.

Majority of U of S MD graduates stay in province -

SASKATOON – Fifty-six of 102 new medical residents who received their undergraduate medical training at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) will take up residency positions within the province this year. As well, all 115 of the province’s new residency positions for 2017 have been successfully filled.

University of Saskatchewan embraces health charter -

SASKATOON—Committing to healthy minds, bodies and lives is the principle behind the Okanagan Charter, a global health initiative now adopted by the University of Saskatchewan (U of S).

U of S student named one of Canada’s top research storytellers -

SASKATOON — A University of Saskatchewan (U of S) psychology student researching the experiences of young Canadians living at home has been named one of the top 25 finalists in the 2017 Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Storytellers competition.

U of S announces Images of Research competition winners -

SASKATOON – Teaching mathematics using Indigenous methods, removing antibiotics from water supplies using innovative approaches, and understanding mosses to predict the future of northern forests are among the many ways University of Saskatchewan students are making a difference for Canada and telling their stories through video.

Former NHL coach of the year coming to U of S -

SASKATOON – Former National Hockey League coach of the year Ted Nolan will meet with senior leadership, faculty, students and staff at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) this month.

U of S hosts Sanofi Biogenius high school student science competition -

SASKATOON —Eight Saskatchewan high school students will present their research projects and compete for cash prizes at the regional competition of the Sanofi Biogenius Canada biotechnology research competition hosted by the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) on April 5th.

Nobel Prize-winning physicist journeys deep into the underground -

SASKATOON – Members of the media are invited to hear Nobel Laureate Art McDonald, professor emeritus at Queen's University and Perimeter Institute board member, while he describes how researchers created an ultra-clean lab in an active mine to obtain otherwise-impossible measurements to study fundamental physics, astrophysics and cosmology.

Provincial policy school launches science and innovation research centre -

SASKATOON - The Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS), a joint venture between the universities of Saskatchewan and Regina, has launched a new research centre aimed at increasing understanding of the policy and governance dimensions of science and innovation.

U of S students celebrate diversity on campus -

SASKATOON - Members of the media are invited to attend the University of Saskatchewan’s (U of S) annual Global Village hosted by more than 20 student associations in partnership with the U of S International Student and Study Abroad Centre (ISSAC).

U of S VIDO-InterVac helping to fight Zika virus -

SASKATOON – The Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization-International Vaccine Centre (VIDO-InterVac) at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S)—the first place in the world to develop a swine model for the study of Zika virus infection—has secured $700,000 for research using the new animal model to investigate how the virus causes disease and to test new drugs and vaccines for prevention.

U of S VIDO-InterVac helping to fight Zika virus -

SASKATOON – Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Jeremy Harrison, Minister Responsible for Innovation, representatives from the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization-International Vaccine Centre (VIDO-InterVac), and partner organization representatives as they announce funding for Zika virus research.

U of S takes another step towards building reconciliation -

SASKATOON - “Education is the key to reconciliation and the time for action is now” were themes that arose from the 2015 ground-breaking national forum on reconciliation hosted by the University of Saskatchewan (U of S), involving university and indigenous leaders from across the country. Today the U of S turned its attention to the contributions it will make in response to the national reconciliation challenge.

Saskatchewan researchers hone in on antibiotic for staph infection -

SASKATOON -- An interdisciplinary team of researchers from the University of Regina (U of R) and the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) has created a potent new synthetic antibiotic that is effective in lab research against several drug-resistant pathogens such as the bacteria responsible for staph infection and other difficult-to-treat human infections.

U of S researchers exploring soil ecosystems, biomedical coating -

SASKATOON – University of Saskatchewan (U of S) researchers have been awarded close to $1.5 million by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) for collaborative projects that will improve the durability of biomedical implants and increase understanding of how land use and climate affect soil in agricultural areas.

U of S researchers honoured for ground-breaking inventions -

SASKATOON – Four University of Saskatchewan (U of S) researchers were honoured with the 2017 Award of Innovation at the 2017 SABEX Awards on Feb. 9 at Prairieland Park for innovations that will improve human health and the environment.

U of S achieves STARS silver sustainability rating -

SASKATOON — The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) has upgraded its Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Ratings System (STARS) ranking from bronze to silver. The goal of achieving silver has also been accomplished three years ahead of the university’s original target of 2020.

U of S Innovation Enterprise takes new approach to tech transfer -

SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan’s (U of S) Industry Liaison Office is getting a new name—Innovation Enterprise (IE)—to reflect its new entrepreneurial approach to getting U of S knowledge and inventions into the marketplace

U of S launches study of cannabis treatment for childhood epilepsy -

SASKATOON – The Pediatrics Department at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) is launching a study examining the use of Cannabidiol (CBD) to treat children with medically intractable epilepsy and associated cognitive decline, after recently obtaining Health Canada approval to proceed.

U of S and FSIN to sign collaborative agreement -

SASKATOON—Members of the media are invited to attend a special signing of a memorandum of understanding between the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) and the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN):

U of S and Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra sign partnership agreement -

SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) and the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra (SSO) will sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) in Saskatoon to enhance and extend joint initiatives that benefit the cultural interests of the province of Saskatchewan and beyond.

U of S announces new provost and VP academic -

SASKATOON—Tony Vannelli is set to join the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) as its next provost and vice-president academic on August 1, 2017 for a five-year term.

USST’s STARFOX team finalists in microgravity challenge -

SASKATOON—The University of Saskatchewan Space Team (USST) is one of four from Canadian universities to be selected as finalists for the Students for the Exploration and Development of Space latest initiative.

U of S flagship research centres awarded $69M to advance innovation -

SASKATOON, SK - Three unique-in-Canada research centres at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) have been awarded almost $69 million in federal funding, enabling them to stay at the forefront of international science in protecting human and animal health, developing new medical imaging techniques and providing critical radar mapping of electromagnetic “space weather” just above Earth’s atmosphere.

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