University of Alberta

06/01/2026

Today marks the first day of National Indigenous History Month, a month dedicated to celebrating the rich history, culture, diversity and contributions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit (FNMI) peoples.

National Indigenous History Month offers the opportunity to learn more about the first peoples of these lands, their achievements, lived experiences and the role those stories play in the evolving Canada.

05/29/2026

From historic investments in women and children’s health to major advances in defence innovation and AI research, catch up on some of the most impactful stories from the past month at the U of A.

Read full stories here: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/folio/index.html

05/28/2026

For cardiovascular nurse Theresa Ramsfield, partnering with WCHRI-supported researchers has helped turn her personal health journey into a catalyst for change. From navigating the challenges of reproductive aging to advocating for better access to women’s health care, her story highlights the importance of listening to women’s lived experiences in shaping more compassionate, evidence-based care.
https://www.ualberta.ca/en/giving/why-give/impact-stories/wchri/seen-heard-and-valued.html

05/27/2026

What happens when a community comes together to invest in students? Futures take shape.

The University of Alberta’s Shape the Future campaign has officially closed at $147 million, exceeding its goal and investing in the next generation of changemakers.

From groundbreaking research to rural health care and Indigenous student advocacy, donor generosity is already opening doors for students to lead, discover and make an impact far beyond campus.

Today, we celebrate the impact already taking shape, along with the community that helped make them possible.
https://www.ualberta.ca/en/giving/why-give/impact-stories/2026/giving-shape-to-what-comes-next.html

05/26/2026

How to get your garden growing after a snowy spring? U of A Botanic Garden’s head horticulturist Jaana Paavola shares tips on building healthy, climate-resilient gardens.

https://www.ualberta.ca/en/folio/2026/05/expert-tips-to-get-your-garden-growing-after-the-snowy-spring.html

05/25/2026

Wildfires are becoming the new normal for summer in Alberta. But there’s still a lot to learn about minimizing the effects of wildfire smoke on our health.

That’s where researchers like Haoran Yu from the Faculty of Engineering come in.

Read more: ualberta.ca/en/engineering/about/news/2025/august/meet-haoran-yu-a-wildfire-researcher-building-resilient-healthier-communities.html

05/22/2026

We dared to imagine what could be. You answered.

Together, the University of Alberta’s Shape the Future campaign raised an extraordinary $147 million to support the next generation of changemakers through scholarships, research opportunities and innovative learning spaces.

Thank you to our donors, alumni and partners for helping shape the future of our communities and the world beyond.

05/21/2026

Today at the Upper Bound AI Conference, the Government of Canada and the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research (CIFAR) announced the appointment and renewal of 42 Canada CIFAR AI Chairs. Through a $30-million investment from CIFAR, the University of Alberta and Amii have welcomed 25 new faculty members over the past three years in one of the largest academic investments in AI research in Canada.

From health and energy to agriculture, ethics and space exploration, these world-leading researchers are accelerating breakthroughs and Canadian-made solutions that will redefine the next generation. As a globally recognized leader in artificial intelligence, the U of A is shaping the future of AI research, innovation and education alongside some of the world’s top experts in the field.

Amii (the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute), one of Canada’s three national AI institutes, and the University of Alberta — a globally recognized leader in artificial intelligence research — have successfully completed a historic recruitment campaign to bring 25 of the world’s top AI mi...

05/20/2026

The Government of Alberta has announced a $21M investment in the University of Alberta’s DEFENDS initiative, strengthening Alberta’s position as a national hub for defence, aerospace and dual-use innovation.

The funding will help connect researchers, industry and the Canadian Armed Forces to accelerate made-in-Alberta solutions with both military and civilian applications.

In a significant move to bolster national sovereignty and provincial economic resilience, the Government of Alberta has announced a $21-million investment into the University of Alberta to transform the province into the premier hub for defence innovation in Canada.

05/15/2026

Hantavirus infections are rare in Canada, but knowing how to prevent exposure is key. U of A virologist Lorne Tyrrell explains how the virus spreads, why the risk to the general public remains low, and the simple precautions that can help keep you safe.

Read the full story here: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/folio/2026/05/what-you-need-to-know-about-hantavirus.html