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The official account of
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College of Arts and Science.
Tonight at 7:30: The USask Wind Orchestra presents its Winter Term concert.
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Close Encounters
The USask Wind Orchestra’s Winter Term concert
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11589/Close_Encounters
11 days ago
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Carla Orosz, School for the Arts associate professor of design, and sessional lecturer Skye Brandon discuss the legacy of 80 years of drama at
#USask
. Hear more about the upcoming celebrations, including 5 new plays, and a Social & Dinner on March 21.
www.ctvnews.ca/saskatoon/ar...
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This Saskatchewan drama program first housed in an airplane hangar on campus is celebrating 80 years
A drama program at this Saskatchewan university is celebrating 80 years, making it the oldest degree-granting theatre program of its kind in Canada.
https://www.ctvnews.ca/saskatoon/article/this-saskatchewan-drama-program-first-housed-in-an-airplane-hangar-on-campus-is-celebrating-80-years/
13 days ago
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Congratulations to Kyle McLeister and Matthew Toohey, the winners of this year's
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College Teaching Awards!
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Historian, physicist win College of Arts and Science teaching awards
Dr. Kyle McLeister (PhD) and Dr. Matthew Toohey (PhD) are the recipients of 2025-26 New Teacher Awards
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11582/Historian_physicist_win_College_of_Arts_and_Science_teaching
14 days ago
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Tomorrow is Pi Day! Today until 2 pm, stop by the table in the USask Arts Tunnel and recite pi to win prizes.
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Math & Stats Pi Day Celebration
Recite pi for a chance to win prizes
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11465/Math_Stats_Pi_Day_Celebration
18 days ago
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“This discovery challenges the outdated idea that early Indigenous peoples were solely nomadic,” said USask archaeologist Glenn Stuart, who was part of the find in Saskatchewan.
www.popularmechanics.com/science/arch...
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A Settlement Discovery Could Upend Our Theory of Early America
New evidence tells us more about an 11,000-year-old Indigenous settlement in Canada.
https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/archaeology/a70683601/indigenous-settlement-saskatchewan-discovery/
18 days ago
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Congratulations to the
#USaskArtSci
authors on the Sask Book Awards shortlist!
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Arts and Science authors make Sask Book Awards shortlist
Faculty and alumni named in multiple categories, including Book of the Year
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11553/Arts_and_Science_authors_make_Sask_Book_Awards_shortlist
21 days ago
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Prof. Don McEwen inspired hundreds of students during his 60-year career. His friends and family have now established an award in his memory.
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Memorial award named after physics professor who inspired love of science
Don McEwen Memorial Fund established to encourage careers in space and atmospheric physics
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11531/Memorial_award_named_after_physics_professor_who_inspired_lo
22 days ago
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The Snelgrove Gallery is being transformed into a sculpture studio and teaching space for the next two weeks. Come make upcycled art and add your creations to the exhibition next week!
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USask Indigenous art project marks the coming of spring - News
Everyone is invited to make art from found materials at the Snelgrove Gallery
https://news.usask.ca/articles/community/2026/usask-indigenous-art-project-marks-the-coming-of-spring.php
29 days ago
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The national accreditation of USask's Regional and Urban Planning Program has been renewed, ensuring students are on the path to careers as professional planners.
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USask Regional and Urban Planning Program earns reaccreditation
Graduating from an accredited program is the biggest step toward becoming a professional planner
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11483/USask_Regional_and_Urban_Planning_Program_earns_reaccreditat
about 1 month ago
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Know farmers looking to improve their profitability? The Prairie Precision Sustainability Network will pay cash for converting low-producing areas within cropland to perennial forage.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqWg...
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Prairie Precision Sustainability Network (PPSN)
YouTube video by AgBioUSask
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqWgh6vNTsY
about 1 month ago
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“I’ve got a voice and I’ll use it.” USask student Syndel Thomas Kozar will represent young Canadians at an international forum on gender equality and women's rights.
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USask student to participate in United Nations session
Syndel Thomas Kozar will be part of a delegation to the UN Commission on the Status of Women in March
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11476/USask_student_to_participate_in_United_Nations_session
about 1 month ago
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Holly Renaut (BFA’08) has translated her USask drama training into a global career. Here's how she became an actor and accent coach.
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USask graduate calls the accent shots on stage and set
Holly Renaut (BFA’08) has translated her USask drama training into a global career
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11469/USask_graduate_calls_the_accent_shots_on_stage_and_set
about 1 month ago
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How does music reflect the natural world, and how can composing become an ecological gesture? The next FARLS in Music talk is tonight at 7:30.
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Restless World Anew: A Discussion on Music, Nature and the Creative Process
A talk and performance in the Fine Arts Research Lecture Series (FARLS) in Music by Dr. Roydon Tse (DMA)
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11093/Restless_World_Anew_A_Discussion_on_Music_Nature_and_the_Cre
about 2 months ago
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Via the StarPhoenix: What We Hold by Meera Margaret Singh and Ebb by Braxton Garneau are two Canadian artists’ exhibitions to see this month at the USask College Art Galleries.
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Five Saskatoon art galleries to explore in February
Take in multimedia art from local and national artists, exploring gender expression, fibre arts, culture and connection to our environment.
https://thestarphoenix.com/news/local-news/five-saskatoon-art-galleries-to-explore-in-february
about 2 months ago
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USask students pitched creative solutions to challenges facing Saskatchewan at the province’s biggest-ever hackathon.
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USask students take on real-world problems at SaskHack
Provincial hackathon saw students work on Saskatchewan Crown sector challenges
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11447/USask_students_take_on_real_world_problems_at_SaskHack
about 2 months ago
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This Thursday at 4 pm: the annual USask Sorokin Lecture examines how Canada's immigration system must be reimagined.
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Recalibrating Canada’s Immigration Architecture: Insights from Research on Economic Inclusion and Institutional Mediation
The 54th Annual Sorokin Lecture is presented by Dr. Rupa Banerjee (PhD)
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11383/Recalibrating_Canada_s_Immigration_Architecture_Insights_fro
about 2 months ago
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USask psychology student Alaafia Plumptre is reflecting on finding a place as a student and the meaning of Black History Month.
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Black History Month at USask: ‘Put yourself out there to find your community’
Research award recipient reflects on experience at USask, Black History Month
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11428/Black_History_Month_at_USask_Put_yourself_out_there_to_find_
about 2 months ago
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English PhD student Vijay Kachru leads the next Literature Matters: Literature in the Community talk this Wednesday night at the Grace-Westminster United Church Social Hall.
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Literature Matters: Anti-Apartheid Activism in Nadine Gordimer’s Burger’s Daughter
A public talk by English PhD student Vijay Kachru
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11256/Literature_Matters_Anti_Apartheid_Activism_in_Nadine_Gordime
2 months ago
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There was never a King John the Second. This Wednesday night at Better Brother Brewing, Prof. Hannah Wood tells the story of one of England's least popular kings.
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7 Nights of History: King John, the First and Only: How to Lose Friends and Alienate People
A community lecture by Dr. Hannah Wood (PhD) of St. Thomas More College
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11132/7_Nights_of_History_King_John_the_First_and_Only_How_to_Lose
2 months ago
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3 months ago
Tickets are available now for
#TEDxUniversityofSaskatchewan
2026! These won’t last long, so snag your spot before they’re sold out! Make sure you get your tickets today. Click here to secure your seat:
www.eventbrite.ca/e/tedx-unive...
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“It is greatly appreciated, but any one person is part of a bigger story,” says Wayne Brownlee (BSc’75, MBA’77), the latest USask alum honoured with the Order of Canada.
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Award-winning USask alumnus appointed to Order of Canada - Green and White
Wayne Brownlee (BSc’75, MBA’77) has been honoured for his leadership in the business and philanthropy sectors
https://greenandwhite.usask.ca/articles/2026/award-winning-usask-alumnus-appointed-to-order-of-canada.php
3 months ago
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Each February, Black History Month at
#USask
honours the legacy and contributions of members of the university’s Black community. A t-shirt is now available for pre-order, with all proceeds supporting the Black Faculty and Staff Caucus Student Award:
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Research Chair in One Health & Wellness Dr. Colleen Dell talks about the importance of the human-animal connection. 🐾
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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Get affordable housing or keep your pet? Saskatoon woman’s dilemma widespread | CBC News
In Saskatchewan’s tight rental market, ‘no pets’ listings and extra fees push many into painful decisions and leave animal rescue groups to deal with the result.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatoon/pet-friendly-rentals-sask-dogs-cats-animals-subsidized-housing-9.7036889
3 months ago
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🤔How does propaganda work? How can it be effective at all? Join tomorrow's Philosophy in the Community lecture to learn more. 🗓️Friday, Jan. 9 ⏰7 pm 📍Emmanuel Anglican Church (The Refinery)
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Philosophy in the Community: How Does Propaganda Work?
A public talk by Pierre-Francois Noppen (PhD), professor of philosophy
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/10947/Philosophy_in_the_Community_How_Does_Propaganda_Work_
3 months ago
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3 months ago
The University of Saskatchewan proudly welcomes Vince Bruni-Bossio as its 12th president and vice-chancellor. His vision is one of collaboration, research excellence, and student success as we shape the future together.
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President Vince Bruni-Bossio welcomes USask community back to campus - News
I want to warmly welcome you to a new year and a new academic term at the University of Saskatchewan. It is my honour to be writing to you as the university’s 12th president and vice-chancellor.
https://news.usask.ca/articles/general/2026/usask-president-welcome-2026.php
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Merry Christmas and happy holidays! The College of Arts and Science, and most campus buildings, will be closed from Dec. 25 to Jan. 1. See you on Jan. 2!
3 months ago
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It was a story that went viral around the world. USask archaeologist Glenn Stuart was among those who worked with Sturgeon Lake First Nation to discover an 11,000-year-old Indigenous village in Saskatchewan. Read the top
#USaskArtSci
story of 2025:
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3 months ago
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"Sometimes you can have a real, positive impact on the university’s business, and that is extremely gratifying." Congratulations to USask physics professor Rainer Dick, winner of the
#USaskArtSci
Faculty Service Excellence Award!
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Rainer Dick wins College of Arts and Science Faculty Service Excellence Award
Physics professor sees service as a chance to have a say in USask’s direction
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11365/Rainer_Dick_wins_College_of_Arts_and_Science_Faculty_Service
3 months ago
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We're almost at the end of our countdown of the top
#USaskArtSci
stories of 2025! #2: "USask student masters the transition from Nigeria to Canada"
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3 months ago
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#3 in our top
#USaskArtSci
stories of 2025 was "Three USask students recognized nationally with Vanier scholarships":
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3 months ago
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It was a good year for Rhodes Scholar stories! The #4 most-read
#USaskArtSci
story of 2025 was "A match made at USask":
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3 months ago
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Our #5 most-read
#USaskArtSci
story of 2025 was "Four USask researchers recognized by Royal Society of Canada":
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3 months ago
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#6 in our countdown of the most-read
#USaskArtSci
stories this year: "USask top graduate encourages students to step out of comfort zones"
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3 months ago
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We're counting down the 10 most-read
#USaskArtSci
stories of 2025! Starting with #10: "USask team wins international teaching award for Canadian history game".
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3 months ago
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4 months ago
What do school lunches, digital agriculture and competitive sports have in common? They are all part of the big ideas featured at
#TEDxUniversityofSaskatchewan
. Click here to learn more about this year’s speakers and their groundbreaking ideas:
research.usask.ca/tedx/2026.php
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🗓️Friday: How can Marx's thoughts provide insight into modern socio-political movements and discussions? Learn more at the next Philosophy in the Community event called, "What Marx Got Right About Our Current Movement."
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Philosophy in the Community: What Marx Got Right About Our Current Moment
A public talk by Will Robbins, MA philosophy
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/10945/Philosophy_in_the_Community_What_Marx_Got_Right_About_Our_Cu
4 months ago
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This extraordinary gift from two USask music alumni will support students in the School for the Arts.
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Stoicheff USask presidency ends on $10-million high note - News
With a $10-million gift from alumni Xiaoping (Bob) Xu (MA’92, LLD’17) and Ling (Linda) Chen (MA’90), a decade of visionary leadership by University of Saskatchewan (USask) President Peter Stoicheff ha...
https://news.usask.ca/articles/general/2025/stoicheff-usask-presidency-ends-on-10-million-high-note.php
4 months ago
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Dr. Peter Stoicheff is wrapping up his second five-year term as president, having led the university through a health crisis to a record-setting fundraising campaign, and firmly establishing
#USask
as a leader in research, scholarly and artistic work.
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President Stoicheff: A decade of development at USask - News
Ten years ago, Dr. Peter Stoicheff (PhD) embraced the immense responsibility and the opportunity ahead as he was introduced as the 11th president in the history of the University of Saskatchewan (USas...
https://news.usask.ca/articles/general/2025/president-stoicheff-a-decade-of-development-at-usask.php
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✏️ ohpinamake Prize for Indigenous Artists | Apply by Dec. 1 The annual award is intended to recognize Indigenous Artists' relationship to their community, and how their work lifts others. To apply, visit:
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4 months ago
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Tomorrow: Can a robot be a poet? The next Literature Matters features a panel of
#USask
Department of English members who discuss the hype, fear and the impact of the ever-changing forms of AI. ⏰7:30 pm 📍Grace-Westminster United Church Social Hall
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Literature Matters: Can a Robot Be a Poet? Navigating AI in Today’s University
A public talk by a panel of Department of English members
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11116/Literature_Matters_Can_a_Robot_Be_a_Poet_Navigating_AI_in_To
4 months ago
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4 months ago
Emma Wintermute,
#USask
student and USSU president, has been awarded one of the world’s most prestigious academic honours: the Rhodes Scholarship. She is among only 11 Canadians selected as 2026 Rhodes Scholars. Read more:
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USask student leader named Rhodes Scholar, joins global changemakers - News
Emma Wintermute, president of the University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union (USSU) and an outspoken advocate for social change, has been awarded one of the world’s most prestigious academic honours: ...
https://news.usask.ca/articles/students/2025/usask-student-leader-named-rhodes-scholar-joins-global-changemakers.php
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Biology professor Dr. Neil Chilton (PhD) is receiving the Distinguished Teaching Award for his commitment to teaching and student success. Congratulations! 🎉
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4 months ago
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Tonight at 7:30: The USask Wind Orchestra kicks off the fall season of
#USask
music ensemble concerts.
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USask Wind Orchestra: Homecoming
Featuring the USask Alumni Band
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11226/USask_Wind_Orchestra_Homecoming
4 months ago
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4 months ago
Number 1 in Canada for water research and expertise 💧 A new international ranking places
#USask
as the top institute in Canada in the subject of Water Resources, which also positions the university 34th in the world. Read more:
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USask leads Canada in water research, earns high marks in international rankings - News
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is recognized as Canada’s leading centre for water research and expertise in a new international ranking.
https://news.usask.ca/articles/research/2025/usask-leads-canada-in-water-research-earns-high-marks-in-international-rankings.php
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ICYMI:
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space physicist Dr. Daniel Billet (PhD) explained the science behind the northern lights and why they glow so bright.
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Northern lights explained: What makes the sky dance in colour? - News
From solar storms to Saskatoon’s lucky latitude, space physicist Dr. Daniel Billett (PhD) explains the science behind the northern lights and why they’re glowing so bright.
https://news.usask.ca/articles/research/2025/northern-lights-explained-what-makes-the-sky-dance-in-colour.php
4 months ago
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Are GenAIs "stealing" from human artists? Should they be able to hold copyright? Tonight's
#USask
Philosophy in the Community lecture tackles a hot modern topic.
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Philosophy in the Community: Generative AI and Intellectual Property Rights
A public talk by Will Buschert, sessional lecturer in philosophy
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/10941/Philosophy_in_the_Community_Generative_AI_and_Intellectual_P
5 months ago
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Dr. Benjamin Hoy, associate professor in the Department of History at
#USask
, will be presented with the Distinguished Teacher Award today at Fall Convocation. Congratulations Dr. Hoy!
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Game-based learning the passion of USask’s Distinguished Teacher Award recipient - News
Dr. Benjamin Hoy (PhD) fell in love with history through playing games, rather than reading. Realizing he wasn’t alone, he incorporated gameplay into his teaching.
https://news.usask.ca/articles/community/2025/game-based-learning-the-passion-of-usasks-distinguished-teacher-award-recipient.php
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“You just need to ask yourself: what do I want in life?” Congratulations to USask business economics graduate Aiden Gerwing on receiving the top Fall Convocation undergraduate medal today!
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USask President’s Medal winner took it ‘one class at a time’
Business economics graduate Aiden Gerwing saw university as a chance to reinvent himself
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11231/USask_President_s_Medal_winner_took_it_one_class_at_a_time_
5 months ago
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Students first. Graduates today. Alumni forever. 💚 🎓 Join us in giving congratulations to the nearly 1,000 students who will be graduating today at Fall Convocation. Click here to watch the live stream and to celebrate the
#USaskClassOf2025
!
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A sense of student camaraderie sent a USask graduate across the ocean to the grave of one of the university’s fallen war veterans.
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‘It means family’: One graduate’s tribute to a fallen USask soldier
Tracey Jungwirth (BSc’92) had only read about Lieutenant Harold Robinson (BA’40), but she wanted to leave flowers at his grave
https://artsandscience.usask.ca/news/articles/11229/_It_means_family_One_graduate_s_tribute_to_a_fallen_USask_so
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