Job Title: Social Media Coordinator Reports to: Editor-in-ChiefWork Term: September 1, 2026–April 30, 2027Work Hours: Flexible, approximately 10–15 hours per month. Scheduling will vary based on campaigns, events, and the publication cycle.Location: Hybrid — University of Lethbridge Campus & RemoteCompensation: 17–20/hour, dependent on experience. How to Apply Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter to hiring@themeliorist.ca by August 26, 2026. Work samples may include social media content, graphics, photography, videos, marketing materials, or other relevant creative work. Previous professional experience is not required. Questions regarding the position may also be directed to hiring@themeliorist.ca. About The Meliorist The Meliorist is an independent, student-driven nonprofit at the University of Lethbridge. Through creative…
The Meliorist Publishing Society is now accepting applications for Fall 2026 Applied Studies placements. These experiential learning opportunities allow University of Lethbridge students to gain meaningful professional experience while earning academic credit through the Applied Studies program. Students can apply for the following positions: Each placement provides students with the opportunity to apply classroom learning in a professional environment while developing practical skills, building a portfolio of work, and contributing to one of Canada’s longest-running independent student publications. Successful applicants who complete their placement will receive an honorarium equal to the tuition cost of their Applied Studies course, helping reduce financial barriers to experiential learning while recognizing the valuable contributions…
The Meliorist Publishing Society has extended the submission deadline for the 2026 Logo Design Competition. Artists now have until May 15, 2026 to submit their concepts. Submit your design through the official submission form: https://forms.gle/cf2tkH5SABxNNPP77 Editor-In-Chief
Call for Artists & Designers 1. Overview The Meliorist Publishing Society is undertaking a comprehensive brand redesign to better reflect our mission, values, and evolving role within the University of Lethbridge and the broader Southern Alberta community. This competition is a key component of that process, inviting creatives to contribute a bold, modern logo that represents The Meliorist’s identity as a student-driven, independent publication. Deadline for submissions is May 4, 2026. 2. Project Goals 3. Design Objective We are looking for a logo that: 4. Design Requirements Design Components Submissions should include: File Format & Quality Files should be high-resolution and clear enough for evaluation across digital platforms. Designs must…
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Written by Grace Horlings If there’s a tarot deck and a willing friend, I’m going to get a reading. If I see a repeating three digit number on my microwave clock or on the total of my receipt, I’ll take it as a sign. I’m one to blame my proclivity for taking a selfie every time I have a good hair day and my strong-headedness on my Leo placement. I have always made a face when my friend tells me the star sign of the guy they’re dating. When I saw a sign on the highway advertising a psychic market, I was immediately susceptible. The Free Your Soul Market was…
About the Role The Finance & Administrative Assistant plays a key role in supporting the financial integrity, accountability, and day-to-day administrative operations of The Meliorist Publishing Society. Working under the supervision of the Business Manager, this position assists with bookkeeping functions, expense and reimbursement processing, maintaining accurate financial records, and other duties as assigned. The role also helps ensure that budgets are monitored effectively and that financial documentation is prepared to support management and the Board of Directors’ decision-making. This position provides students with valuable, hands-on experience in nonprofit accounting and administration within a collaborative, student-focused environment. Key Responsibilities Essential Skills Essential Attributes How to Apply Please submit your resume…
In recognition of International Women’s Day on March 8, Alberta Blue Cross and the Lois Hole Hospital Women’s Society are spotlighting their ongoing collaboration to improve access to women’s health information through the Between Us: Exploring the Mind & Body virtual lecture series. The free online series creates an inclusive and welcoming space for conversations about women’s health. Participants can attend interactive sessions led by specialists on a range of topics and have the opportunity to ask questions directly during the discussions. Hosted by the Lois Hole Hospital Women’s Society—one of the few hospital organizations in Canada dedicated specifically to women’s care—the lecture series brings together clinicians and researchers committed…
Empowering Students to Bring Their Ideas to Life Through Print The Meliorist is excited to announce the Printing Grant Initiative for the 2025–2026 academic year — a new micro-grant program designed to help students transform their creative, academic, and community-based projects into tangible printed works. In an era increasingly dominated by digital media, print remains a powerful and enduring medium for sharing stories, research, and artistic expression. Through this initiative, The Meliorist aims to reduce financial barriers and provide students with the resources they need to publish their work and share their voices in meaningful, lasting ways. About the Initiative The Meliorist Printing Grant supports students who want to bring…
This article was written by Sorcha DeHeer Whether you like the classics or not, consider giving these ones a try. I have compiled a shortlist of foundational texts that weren’t written by white men. Those exist, despite the education systems insistence that they don’t. I will obviously miss a lot of authors but this list is a good start for your summer reading. Save Me The Waltz by Zelda Fitzgerald The Last Man by Mary Shelley The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston The Color Purple by Alice Walker Middlemarch by George Eliot (also known as Mary Ann Evans) The Diary of…
