For Immediate Release – Thursday, April 26, 2012
University of Lethbridge Edmonton Campus On the Move to Concordia University College
The University of Lethbridge will relocate its Edmonton campus to Concordia University College effective July 1, 2012.
The move keeps the U of L close to downtown Edmonton and its primary student population, while providing more of a campus experience.
“We’ve operated a campus in Edmonton for almost 20 years, and our students have told us, loud and clear, that while they value our programming and flexibility, they were missing out on a campus environment,” says Dr. Andy Hakin, the U of L’s Vice-President (Academic) and Provost.
“By listening to our students and closely following the direction provided by our strategic and academic plans, the move to Concordia’s campus will greatly enhance the U of L student experience in Edmonton.”
The agreement with Concordia will see the U of L’s Edmonton team move from a downtown office to its own leased administrative space on the Concordia campus, while providing classrooms and other services for U of L students.
The arrangement is similar to that of the U of L Calgary campus, which has a lease partnership with Bow Valley College in downtown Calgary.
Approximately 500 students attend U of L classes in Edmonton each year, primarily in evenings and on weekends. The U of L’s presence will subsequently not conflict with regular Concordia classes.
The U of L will have the use of several classrooms, videoconference facilities and student computer labs. As well, U of L students will have access to the Concordia library, recreation and fitness facilities, bookstore and cafeteria. The campus location also offers convenient parking and transit access, something that was lacking at the previous location.
“This move presents a great opportunity for both our institutions to work together to serve our students in new and innovative ways,” says Hakin.
About the University of Lethbridge:
Since its founding in 1967, the University of Lethbridge has been renowned for its commitment to students and the student experience, small classes and the liberal arts. Today, the U of L is respected around the globe and is recognized as a research- intensive, comprehensive university with a focus on both undergraduate and graduate education. With more than 150 degree/program options offered through the Faculties of Arts & Science, Education, Fine Arts, Health Sciences and Management, and the School of Graduate Studies, the U of L offers relevant, progressive programs; small class sizes; state-of-the-art facilities and world-class learning opportunities. Approximately 8,500 students from 85 countries call the U of L’s campuses in Lethbridge, Calgary and Edmonton home.
About Concordia University College:
Concordia University College is an independent degree-granting university, and a proud member of Campus Alberta. Founded in 1921, Concordia's 1500 students study for bachelor’s degrees in arts, sciences, and management in 29 disciplines, as well as three master's degrees. Concordia prides itself on being a smaller university with a unique learning environment, and on its faculty, who work with students to achieve success in education.
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Contacts:
University of Lethbridge
Bob Cooney, Media Relations (403) 330-4609 cell phone/media calls (403) 382-7173 office/voicemail e-mail: [email protected] website: http://www.uleth.ca
Concordia University College
Andreas Schwabe, Executive Aide/Public Relations 780-479-9239 office e-mail: [email protected] website: http://www.concordia.ab.ca