Two U of R students started Helping Hands to share food, care, and comfort with those in need. From a small idea to a growing community effort, they show how kindness can be the best gift. Read more and be inspired by how U of R students are making a difference: bit.ly/45pDyrw 🫶

Students, mark your calendars... 📅 SaskHack 2026 is coming!

How do we build classrooms that truly support every student? From a 3MT win to a Western regional People’s Choice Award, U of R alum Baily Hack BSW’19 is charting a path for anti-racist education while taking her research to wider audiences. More in Degrees: www.degreesmagazine.ca/whats-new-ba...

A festive Vanier Cup tradition rolled into Regina this year! Eight Santas made the trip for the 2025 U SPORTS championship, part of a fan tradition that dates back to 1995. They called it the "best Vanier Cup ever," praising the atmosphere and hospitality. Thanks for bringing the cheer, Santas! ❤️🎅

This summer, Brenda Reynolds, Cert. Indian Social Work ’86, BISW ’87, became the first Canadian and Indigenous person to receive the UN Nelson Mandela Prize. She was honoured for a lifetime of trauma-informed care and advocacy for residential school survivors. Read more in Degrees: bit.ly/3YzYh8a

Thrilled that "Something for the Dark" by Randy Lundy, from our partners at @uregina.bsky.social Press (URP), has been honored as one of CBC Book's best Canadian poetry of 2025! Such fantastic recognition!

Small Prairie wetlands are doing heavy lifting for the climate! New U of R research shows draining wetlands on agricultural land increases Canada’s annual agricultural emissions by at least 5%, exposing a major gap in national climate accounting. For more: www.discoursemagazine.ca/draining-pra...

🎶 Deck the halls, where minds are meeting, We’ve changed the lyrics, they’re worth repeating, Every day’s a chance to gather, Our campus thrives when we’re together. 🎶 From everyone at the University of Regina to you and yours, wishing you a joyous holiday season! 🎄 www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-8N...

The James M. Minifie Lecture has returned to the U of R!🎙️ On Nov. 27, we welcomed Andrew Coyne for the 40th Minifie Lecture. From students to the Minifie family, our community came together to discuss the hard truths facing democracy today. Missed it? Read the event recap: bit.ly/4oFtjpS

Our resident astronomer Dr. Sam Lawler was on the UK's #1 space podcast! 🌌🎙 Listen at the link below as Dr. Lawler and the Supermassive Podcast team discuss threats to our dark night skies and what can be done to protect them. ⤵

How can AI strengthen global pandemic preparedness? 😷 U of R researcher Dr. Affan Shoukat is leading a Canada–France project to improve forecasting tools that support clearer, faster public health responses. Read the full story in Discourse Research Magazine: bit.ly/4rDt29x

Missed the science in action at Agribition last week?🚜🐂 Improving water quality, fighting harmful microbes, and taking on Canada thistle, U of R Biology brought some serious prairie-powered research to this year’s Canadian Western Agribition. Read the full story here: bit.ly/48hCU1i

The latest issue of 𝘋𝘦𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘴 magazine is out now! Discover three U of R alumni hitting the shelves with new books, meet an award-winning advocate for Indigenous health, and explore an alumni-led research project shaping our classrooms. That’s just the beginning — degreesmagazine.ca

What does a truly accessible campus look like?🤔 Today we’re proud to launch the U of R Accessibility Plan (2025–2028), shaped by hundreds of voices and designed to identify, remove, and prevent barriers across our campuses. Learn more & explore the plan: bit.ly/4rw0I9n

In a crystallized Regina today to give a talk at @uregina.bsky.social! Hope to see a few people and chat squirrels, @supportourscience.bsky.social, and life as a journal development specialist at @cdnsciencepub.com

What if a calendar could spark creativity AND support #printmaking? 🎨📅 A #URegina professor is doing just that with a limited-edition art #calendar. Pre-orders are open until Monday, so don’t miss your chance to get one! ⏳ Learn more: bit.ly/4irjJFK

The University of Regina is among the world’s best in 5 subjects in ShanghaiRanking's 2025 Global Ranking of Academic Subjects. Psychology cracked the top 100, and Water Resources, Human Biological Sciences, Earth Sciences, and Environmental Science & Engineering also earned spots. bit.ly/4rndJ4X

#URegina’s Dr. Tim Oleskiw is teaming up with Sask startup Offstreet to build AI into their parking platform. 🚘 With simple text, users can avoid the hassle and confusion of current systems and get what they need faster. A big step toward smarter, more intuitive parking tech! Visit: offstreet.com

🌱Great teaching doesn’t just educate — it helps students grow. From classroom breakthroughs to community outreach, these outstanding educators are shaping how students learn and thrive at the U of R. Meet the 2025 CTL Teaching Award recipients here: bit.ly/4pzlMtD

How is AI transforming learning? At the U of R, faculty are using generative AI to deepen critical thinking and prepare students for the future. Meet the 2025 President’s Teaching and Learning Scholars, honoured at Darke Hall, and learn about their innovative work. bit.ly/4plV73e

Congratulations to #URegina's Dr. Thomas Hadjistavropoulos, newly elected as a Fellow of the @src-rsc.bsky.social. His groundbreaking work is improving care for older adults with dementia and chronic pain worldwide. Watch Dr. Hadjistavropoulos discuss his work: 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=VlHG...

It's World AMR Awareness Week! My lab is organizing the 2nd annual event this Sat in collab with SK Science Centre to raise awareness of AMR while offering fun, hands-on activities for all ages. Everyone is welcome! Details: www.sasksciencecentre.com/events-calen... #WAAW2025 @uregina.bsky.social

Proud to celebrate Dr. R. Nicholas Carleton, newly elected as a Fellow of the @src-rsc.bsky.social. His leadership in supporting the #mentalhealth and well-being of public safety personnel is making a national impact. Watch Dr. Carleton discuss his work below. 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXlk...

Congratulations to University of Regina researcher Dr. Affan Shoukat, one of ten researchers across Canada to receive new national funding for collaborative AI research. 👏 Dr. Shoukat received $300,000 from NSERC and CIHR to advance his AI work in infectious disease modelling and public health.

New research led by #URegina’s Dr. Mohan Babu uncovers how a rare gene mutation can trigger the same harmful chain of events seen in #Parkinsons. The study links #mitochondrial stress to toxic protein buildup, offering hope for future treatments. Read more in Discourse Magazine: bit.ly/4obK2Ba

Two U of R researchers have been elected Fellows of @src-rsc.bsky.social — the country’s highest academic honour. 👏👏 Congratulations to Dr. R. Nicholas Carleton and Dr. Thomas Hadjistavropoulos, whose research is improving lives across Canada and around the world. Learn more: bit.ly/3WWYQbC

It’s a bird, it’s a plane — it’s Jack Rabbit! 🐇 Created through an outdoor ceramic sculpture course led by alum Brian McArthur BFA’94, Jack is the newest addition to our Outdoor Ceramics and Sculpture Garden on the Academic Green. Hop over to our story for a first look at Jack! bit.ly/47It0V1

🎉 The Canadian Library Assessment Workshop (CLAW) was a success! 55 library professionals from across Canada joined us in Regina on October 27–28 for two days of engaging case studies and hands-on workshops. A big thank you to @uregina.bsky.social for hosting! #CLAW2025 #LibraryAssessment

🎓 The Honourable Vaughn Solomon Schofield SOM, SVM, CD will receive an Honorary Doctor of Laws (LLD) at #URegina Fall Convocation on Nov. 13! A proud Regina leader and former lieutenant-governor, she truly reflects our motto:“As One Who Serves.” Tune in LIVE on YouTube! www.uregina.ca/convocation/

Reminder: Join Us Tomorrow Night! 💡 Don't miss A Taste of Research: Connecting Minds, Discovering Possibilities — an evening that celebrates the remarkable research happening at the U of R. Bring your curiosity. Register now! ⬇️ uregina.ca/taste-of-research/

🔭 U of R astronomer Dr. Sam Lawler was recently on @cbcradiocanada.bsky.social’s Quirks & Quarks to discuss space mirrors. While it could boost solar power, Dr. Lawler warns it threatens astronomy, wildlife & our dark skies. 🌌 🎧Listen here: bit.ly/47xdr3H @sundogplanets.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy

Big news for the University of Regina! 📚 The Government of Saskatchewan has announced a new four-year funding agreement that will add $250M in operating funding for post-secondary institutions across the province. Learn more: bit.ly/4nBG9Fi

That’s a wrap on Research Week 2025! 🎉 Thanks to everyone who joined us in celebrating the incredible research happening across our U of R community. Now don’t miss A Taste of Research this Wed, Nov. 5 at @darkehall.bsky.social — an evening of big ideas from inspiring U of R researchers!

Hey, U of R students! 📢 Got a story to tell? Enter @sshrc-crsh.canada.ca's Storytellers Challenge and show how social sciences and humanities research is making a difference — in just 3 minutes or 300 words! 💰 Win up to $4,000 & national recognition! Open to all graduate & undergraduate students.

🚨 New funding alert! The Government of Saskatchewan is investing $1.58M in Mitacs, creating more experiential learning opportunities for U of R students. Just ask our grad Mesa Kennedy. Her internship became a career, making a real impact at Carry the Kettle Nakoda Nation. 🙌 bit.ly/3JjDyle

Congratulations to U of R psychology professor Dr. Thomas Hadjistavropoulos, recipient of the 2025 Canadian Association on Gerontology’s Contribution to Gerontology Award! 👏 Presented in Montreal, the award honours exceptional — often lifetime — contributions to advancing the study of aging.

Big news! 📢 The UofR has received $8.6M in new federal research funding through @innovation.ca, TIPS & the Research Support Fund. This investment supports research in water protection, sustainability & infrastructure —including new Tier 1 Canada Research Chairs for Dr. Kerri Finlay & Dr. Kelvin Ng.

Nine researchers. One unforgettable night. 💡 Join us for A Taste of Research: Connecting Minds, Discovering Possibilities — an evening of bite-sized, easy-to-understand presentations by some of #URegina’s inspiring researchers. See you on Nov. 5! Register for FREE ⬇️ www.uregina.ca/taste-of-res...

Exciting news for future educators! ✏️📚 #URegina’s Faculty of Education is launching a NEW Online Bachelor of Education After Degree (Elementary) program. Applications are now open for Fall 2026! 🎓 Want to learn more? Join the upcoming information session. ⬇️ bit.ly/3WEPAIN

🍂 Fall is in full colour at the U of R! 🍂 Campus trees are starting to glow in gold, orange, and red — with a few even showing off our U of R colours. 💚💛 Check out the gallery and enjoy the beauty of early fall on campus!

🔬 From lab to land 🌾 Ecoloop—The U of R’s first research venture—is transforming water treatment waste into a circular solution: cleaning pollution, fertilizing soil & saving millions in landfill costs. A Sask. innovation with global impact! 🌎 bit.ly/4nkemcV

For Dr. David Bloom, BSc’73, giving back is personal. In honour of the grandmother and aunt who raised him, he created a bursary to support Education students overcoming neglect, abuse, or poverty while in the social care system. Read more in our Donor Impact Report: www.uregina.ca/alumni-and-f...

Time’s almost up to vote in #ScienceExposed 2025—voting closes this Sunday!⏰ Two U of R grad students are finalists in the competition: 📸 Ali Molaeitabari, "Fungal Poppy" 📸 Jade Fisher, "Synaptic Sunset" Let’s celebrate their incredible research—cast your vote today! ❎ bit.ly/4pv4VZJ #GoFarUofR

What happens when students decide where a donation is spent? 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ U of R Education students are shaping the vision for a transformed Teaching Preparation Centre—made possible by Dr. @maxschmeiser.bsky.social and Maria Schmeiser, along with the Faculty of Education. 📰 bit.ly/4gxlY9A #URinspiring

Elbows up… for change. 💪 U of R's Dr. @larenah.bsky.social co-authors a new @ca.theconversation.com piece on the Future of Sport Commission — calling for safe, fair, and accessible sport for all.

Big congrats to Jon Ryan, inductee into the #UofRSportsHallofFame! 🏆 From starring with the U of R Rams and winning a Hardy Cup, to 14+ seasons in the CFL & NFL — Jon’s career is nothing short of legendary. Though he can’t attend on Oct. 24, we’re proud to honour his achievements! 🎟️ bit.ly/45GRIWp

Baruch Sokaribo's life ended suddenly on his way to Convocation in 2024. In his honour, the U of R community has created a scholarship in Math & Stats so his spirit of learning and achievement will continue to support future students. Read more: bit.ly/3IhscxG #URinspiring

Congrats to U of R’s delegates selected for the 2025 Science Meets Parliament program!👏 Dr. Natasha Gallant • Dr. Miranda Field • Dr. Emily Duncan They’ll share their expertise on Parliament Hill, strengthening the link between research and policy in Canada. 💡 bit.ly/4mnirvP #SciParl2025 #CdnSci

Look up… look way up! 🌲 In Saskatchewan’s Cypress Hills, U of R biologists are using drones, data, and decades of research to uncover how forests respond to drought — and why these insights matter for the health of ecosystems worldwide. 📖 Read the full story in Discourse Magazine: bit.ly/47FZukh

With a $150K gift from BMO, U of R Press will launch the 2025 Saskatchewan Indigenous Language Books series, with new resources in Cree, Swampy Cree, Blackfoot, Nakota, Anishinaabe, and Dene — supporting reclamation and revitalization of these languages. 📚 bit.ly/467kY8C #URinspiring #GoFarUofR