University of Saskatchewan

"The challenges of 2020 have brought out the best in our campus community." President Peter Stoicheff delivers season's greetings on behalf of USask:

How big of a problem is the issue of microplastics in our surface water? USask researcher Dr. Markus Brinkmann is determined to find out.

The first position of its kind at #Sask and unique in the province, the Indigenous Storyteller-in-Residence program at the University Library welcomes Lindsay Knight (aka Eekwol) as our storyteller.

On the fifth anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Final Report, it is important to reflect on the necessary steps USask has taken to address the Calls to Action that were released in June, 2015. Equally important, if not more, is acknowledging the work that still needs to be done.

Completing a PhD is a long and strenuous journey, but USask graduate Dr. Shayeb Shahariar thrived during the experience.

From making green initiatives more accessible to adapting compost systems in heating homes to increasing recycling, here’s how USask hackathon finalists aim to tackle the social impacts of climate change.

A major takeaway from the COVID-19 pandemic is that emerging diseases require rapid responses and Canada needs to be better prepared to respond to the next one, says USask research centre leader Dr. Volker Gerdts.

Teaching is now my greatest source of professional joy. To receive this award for teaching, in particular that it comes from the students, means the world to me. Here's how Dr. Scott Napper of USask makes a positive impact through teaching.

Our goal with this project is to develop a single test that can be used for all species." As the world continues to search for answers to COVID-19, USask researchers are focused on tracking the virus in wildlife.

Make this season of giving a meaningful one for you and for USask students! Donate any amount to the Campaign for Students, play our holiday trivia quiz, and you could be entered to win a brand new hoodie (or bunny hug for those true Saskies at heart). https://alumni.usask.ca//merry-quiz-mas-from-usask-your-ch

"We expect another drastic increase this week and potentially ranging into next week. Data collected by a USask wastewater surveillance team shows Saskatoon COVID-19 case numbers are likely to increase exponentially.

USask congratulates Jackson and Grayson Peddle, as honourees of National Philanthropy Day in the Youth in Philanthropy category. The siblings turned their hobby of playing online video games to a fundraiser and raised $900 in support of the USask's COVID-19 Research Fund.

USask is redefining what it means to be a world-class university; and one that leads with respect. I very much look forward to working with the entire USask community in this vital effort. Dr. Airini joins USask leadership as the next provost and vice-president academic.

The Department of Biology really stepped up for it. Here’s how some USask biology students were able to conduct course experiments at home through electronic kits.

From raising thousands of dollars for supplies in La Loche to helping health care workers from the sidelines, here's how some USask medical students are helping Sask. communities during a global pandemic. #USaskUnites

In the just-published Canada's Top 50 Research Universities 2020 rankings, USask is ranked first among the country’s medical universities for growth in total research income.

The mental health champion: Here's how one USask graduate works on making mental health counselling accessible to all - via USask Alumni.

Following a comprehensive, international search, USask is pleased to announce our new Provost and Vice-President Academic. On behalf of President Peter Stoicheff, you are invited to join the livestreamed announcement this Wednesday, Nov. 18, at 12:30pm. Watch: https://live.usask.ca/provost-and-vp-academic.php

Our advances in assisted bison reproduction are aiding conservation efforts across Canada and the United States. Here’s how #USask research is aiding in the survival of a species at risk.

Congratulations to Dr. Jeremy Eng who received his doctoral degree in mathematics during Fall Convocation. Eng is now working on techniques to model COVID-19 in Saskatchewan. #USaskClassOf2020

USask student Travis Black spent his summer assisting researchers with a medical imaging project that could help humans survive in space.

Each of us can find a personal or professional connection to the #SDGs. Register now for #USask's #PAW2021 #conference to see how we might re-emerge stronger & together in the wake of the #COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eQ7SGQg #BeWhatTheWorldNeeds

A prominent national leader, visionary and researcher in Indigenous healthDr. Carrie Bourassa of USaskwas honoured with an Achievement Award from the Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation today.