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Athabasca University retweeted
Alberta Scholars Honoured in 2026
CAFA Distinguished Academic Awards – 20th Anniversary Celebration
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@GMUFA @ULFAssociation @MRUFaculty @UAlberta @MacEwanU @uLethbridge @MountRoyalU @AthabascaU
Athabasca University retweeted
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#NSERC Research story:
Shawn Lewenza (@AthabascaU) has developed a fast, inexpensive and simple patent-pending technology that could revolutionize the way oil sands companies monitor contaminants in tailings ponds.
Read about it ▶️ tinyurl.com/25575fza
With #NSERCsupport.
ALT IMAGE: Closeup portrait of Shawn Lewenza from Athabasca University.
We were honoured to host The Honorable @McDougallYYC, Minister of Advanced Education, at our campus in Athabasca this week, touring our Architectural Maker Space, science labs, Nukskahtowin, and meeting our summer students and student leaders @AUGSA and @austudentsunion.
ALT A group of individuals in business attire are standing in a spacious, modern hallway with large windows and a high ceiling. The group includes people with notepads and appears to be engaged in a discussion.
ALT A group of people are standing in Nukskahtowin room with wooden floors and a curved bench with orange cushions. They are engaged in conversation. The wall behind them displays several framed photographs.
ALT A group of four people stands in a laboratory setting, engaged in conversation. Three individuals are wearing suits, while the fourth, with back to the camera, appears to be speaking. Antlers are mounted on the wall above white cabinets. A clock shows the time as 4:52. Various scientific equipment is visible in the foreground.
Athabasca University retweeted
NEWS: Athabasca University brings 2026 convocation to Multiplex dlvr.it/TT4JBq
Athabasca University retweeted
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#NSERC Research story:
Shawn Lewenza (@AthabascaU) has developed a patent-pending technology that could revolutionize the way oil sands companies monitor contaminants in tailings ponds.
Read about it ▶️ tinyurl.com/25575fza
With #NSERCsupport
ALT IMAGE: Closeup portrait of Shawn Lewenza from Athabasca University.
Athabasca University retweeted
We’re proud to share that our President and CEO, @SharRutherford, will receive an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree from @AthabascaU!
This recognition celebrates her leadership, advocacy, and impact in advancing women’s health research and improving health outcomes across Alberta.
Athabasca University retweeted
Thank you all for celebrating #NationalPoetryMonth with us! We want to shout out Acre Books, Athabasca University Press, Calon, and National University of Singapore Press. Get 40% off these and more recent poetry titles on our site with code POETRYMONTH!: buff.ly/jzmv9HJ
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Launching now: AU's 2026 Research with Reach series.
Space weather in northern Alberta, vaccine access and hesitancy, baboon cognition, regenerative design—this is research that makes an impact.
Four researchers. Four stories. athau.ca/3Q7Io8i
Athabasca University retweeted
Did you know the moon has a violent origin and isn't nearly as old as Earth?
@AthabascaU's Dr. Martin Connors explains how the moon came to be, and why the Artemis II mission makes sense billions of years later.
👀 FULL: rtrj.info/040726AU
🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/040726
Athabasca University retweeted
A new study in CPP 51.4 from researchers at @athabascau & @politicsyork examines employment of international students in Canada, and the transition to permanent residency.
Read the full study: bit.ly/cpp514c #PublicPolicy #InternationalStudents
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Congratulations to Camille Weleschuk (MBA’20) a vice-president with ATB Financial, who was recognized as one of The Top 50 Women Leaders of Canada for 2025!
See how our alumni are making a difference bit.ly/4rOHHyg
@AthabascaU @atbfinancial #LikeNoOther
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👏 Congratulations to Haleh (Holly) Alexander (MBA ’04) who was recently named president of the of Women in Finance (AWF) board of directors!
Learn more about the ways our alumni are making an impact bit.ly/42qLoQg
@AthabascaU #LikeNoOther
Today is Blue Monday, often called the saddest day of the year. It's an important reminder to pause, reflect, and support your well-being. athau.ca/4r56MEL
Climate change is affecting teen mental health. In a national survey led by AU researchers, it was found more than one-third of Canadian teens report climate-related anxiety and worry.
The findings were highlighted in AU’s top research stories of 2025. athau.ca/44FeLQ3
In 2025, AU’s Research with Reach series marked its fifth year, highlighting research areas including Indigenous Healing Systems, AI in learning, gender-based violence, and global challenges with real-world impact. One of AU’s top stories of the year. athau.ca/44FeLQ3
AU alum Angel Benedict (BPA ’11) leads 880 CHED Santas Anonymous, spreading holiday joy to 20,000 Edmonton children each year. It's a role that allows her to make an important difference in the community. athau.ca/3D7a5HA
AU alum Angel Benedict (BPA ’11) leads 880 CHED Santas Anonymous, spreading holiday joy to 20,000 Edmonton children each year. It's a role that allows her to make an important difference in the community. athau.ca/3D7a5HA
Athabasca University congratulates Chris Turchansky (MBA ’11) on becoming president and CEO of ATB Financial. With decades of experience and strong leadership at ATB, he’s ready for this next chapter! athau.ca/3Kj2VEo
“I have grown so much as a person and as an academic.”
Studying from Kuwait during lockdown, Jennifer Newman discovered confidence, community, and even the spark to write her first children’s book thanks to AU’s flexible schedule. A learner like no other! athau.ca/44Q5FzM
AU is implementing a state-of-the-art electronic portfolio system that will empower students to create their best work, beginning in 2026. Learn more about this exciting change! athau.ca/44aSs4w
