News & Events

Haskayne endowment yields $20M,
Bow River wildlife park expansion

A 2002 donation of land valued at $8.7 million has grown to a $20 million endowment that will now also help create a City recreation and wildlife park on the banks of the Bow River west of Calgary. >> more 

Capital funding announced

It was a red-letter day for the University of Calgary on Wednesday, Nov. 15, when the provincial government announced almost $100 million in capital funding for two key projects: the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, and the Child Development Centre. The Honourable Denis Herard, Alberta Minister of Advanced Education, delivered the news while visiting campus. >> more

Art for United Way

The U of C is hosting an online art auction on behalf of United Way. Gerald Hushlak from the art department has gathered a group of artists who have donated their work. Bidding for all items ends at 2 pm Nov. 17. >> more

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Spotlight on Events

U of C and You:
An evening for prospective students

Prospective students considering attending the U of C for fall 2007 have a chance to win a $1,000 tuition credit as the University of Calgary hosts the 9th annual prospective student open house, U of C and You, on Monday, Nov. 20, 6 to 9 pm in the Jack Simpson Gymnasium.

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Research in Action

Study tests the high life of elite athletes

Ever wonder how Olympic athletes reach the top of their game, or how mountain climbers adjust to the rarefied air of the world’s highest peaks? Ten intrepid volunteers are finding out, as they spend 12 nights in a low-oxygen environment as part of a University of Calgary study on the physiological effects of altitude. >> more