Written by Kennedy Chinn The UofL Rebrand: Is it New or is it Bad? The University of Lethbridge—home of Uleth Wildin, long hallways, and rattlesnakes. We’re known for our parking challenges and steep concrete stairways, but just over a month ago, a rebrand turned a new leaf in University of Lethbridge history. A rebrand that promises a fresh start in the upcoming year, for all students, staff, faculty and anyone passing by. “It looks like the Walmart logo,” a sentiment echoed from multiple students. “We’ve gone corporate minimalism.” Said another. The rebrand was released on September 8th, the first day of the fall semester this year. The new logo kept…
This article focuses on Gentle Giant Acres’ Goat Yoga event that recently took place at the University of Lethbridge campus. This article also explores what goat yoga is, as well as what the possible benefits would be for students, if they were to try it.
Written by Grace Horlings Introduction On the third floor of the University Library in the curriculum lab—faculty, employees, alumni, and students of all ages work to draw attention to the policy being put in place by the UCP government. This is regarding the “Fairness in Sport” policy, or Bill 29. This bill, as described by the Alberta government, aims to establish “a balanced approach to protect[ing] the integrity of female athletic competitions by ensuring women and girls have the opportunity to compete in biological female-only divisions” (Government of Alberta, 2025). The parameters of this are that, if questioned, female athletes ages 12 and up are required to produce proof of…
As the guiding force behind The Meliorist, our Board of Directors shapes the vision, direction, and sustainability of our publication. Bringing diverse backgrounds and perspectives, each member is deeply committed to enriching student life at the University of Lethbridge. In a nonprofit, the Board is the cornerstone of governance and accountability. While staff manage daily operations, board members provide strategic oversight to keep the organization mission-focused and operating with integrity. Their responsibilities include: A strong board offers vision, stability, and credibility; thus, empowering The Meliorist to safeguard our independence, amplify student voices, and remain a vibrant platform for expression and engagement for years to come. Meet our Board of Directors…
A Journey through Art and Heritage Written by Preston Miller A Journey Through History Indigenous Awareness Week at uLeth The University of Lethbridge’s campus was alive with a vibrant mix of activity and reflection as it hosted Indigenous Awareness Week from March 11-15, 2024. This week aimed to deepen understanding, respect, and appreciation for Indigenous traditions through a variety of activities and lectures tailored to educate and motivate the university community. Among the events, and as part of the Art NOW series, was a compelling presentation in the University Recital Hall by the artist Sikapinakii Low Horn. This session offered attendees a profound insight into Sikapinakii’s artistic journey, impactful exhibitions,…
The Agility Zone Written by Benjamin Wiebe This month, I had the privilege of going to the Agility Zone and interviewing Kevin to see what is going on. The Agility Zone has been open since 2019, when the Science Building opened at the University of Lethbridge. Since its opening, Agility has seen continued growth in student attendance – even with a pandemic shutting down the university for a year. Entering the Agility Zone is fascinating. The moment you walk in, there are a plethora of creative objects looking at you. Whether it’s D&D miniatures that have been printed and painted or a shirt with a custom logo on a manikin,…
