Monday, Jan. 28, 1 to 2 p.m.
Trans awareness workshop offered
Lethbridge College presents the next session in its LGBTQ+ Awareness series. Trans Awareness is a one-hour session open to all staff and students who want to learn how to better support trans students, colleagues and friends. The workshop guides participants through the process of evaluating language and text for trans-inclusivity.
Monday, Jan. 28, 5 to 9 p.m.
Kids Night at the Student Massage Therapy Clinic
Children 15 and under are welcome to a complimentary massage and popcorn during Kids Night at the Student Massage Therapy Clinic. The clinic will also kick off its food drive for the Lethbridge College Students’ Association Food Bank. Now through Feb. 13, clients can get $5 off their massage when they donate a nonperishable food item. Book by calling 403-329-7274.
Wednesday, Jan. 30 and Thursday, Jan. 31, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Last chance for Lunch Express
Students in Lethbridge College’s Culinary programs put their new skills to work for your enjoyment, serving Lunch Express in the Garden Court Restaurant. This is your last chance to enjoy Lunch Express this semester. Call 403-320-3230 to reserve a spot.
Wednesday, Jan. 30, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Lethbridge College supports Bell Let’s Talk Day
Mental health and wellness is a top priority at Lethbridge College, with a number of initiatives across campus to support students and staff. We strongly encourage support of Bell Let’s Talk Day using the strength of our social media presence. To promote this day, a Student Experience specialist and two social work practicum students who facilitate resiliency workshops will be in Centre Core from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. encouraging students and staff to challenge the stigma around mental health, writing messages on a white board, filling out Let’s Talk conversation “bubbles” and taking photos to share on their social media.
Join us in this important conversation!
Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2 to 3 p.m.
Your journey to active living can begin today
Maybe your New Year’s Resolution already bit the dust, but it’s never too late to enjoy the benefits of physical activity. Healthy Active Living is a one-hour seminar to teach participants the benefits of being active and the risks of inactivity, as well as the six stages of behaviour change toward a healthier lifestyle. This session is free to everyone in the college community.
Wednesday, Jan. 30, 5 to 8:30 p.m.
School of Engineering Technologies networking night
More than 100 students in the School of Engineering Technologies will have an opportunity to connect with potential employers at a Career Networking Night. These students are enrolled in Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering Design and Drafting Technology and Geomatics Engineering Technology (which refers to digital mapping and land surveying) programs. Employers will make presentations and have a chance to connect with students, staff and faculty of the programs that feed their industries. The larger gathering will occur in the Garden Court restaurant (AN1679-1680), with employer presentations being held in classrooms in the Trades, Technologies and Innovation Facility.
Thursday, Jan. 31, 11 a.m.
Kodiaks pep rally in Centre Core
Get ready to Make Some Noise for Mental Health! In advance of tonight’s Kodiaks volleyball game, we’ll be holding a pep rally in Centre Core to get the crowd geared up for this special event. Tonight’s game will feature special activities to build awareness and break the stigma about mental health, as part of the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference commitment to this initiative.
Thursday, Jan. 31, 3 to 4 p.m.
Workshop explores spirituality and mental health
As part of Lethbridge College’s continued commitment to mental health and wellness, we present a one-hour session on Spirituality and Mental Health, led by the Rev. Canon Erin Phillips form the Ecumenical Campus Ministry. The workshop will introduce participants to what’s included in spirituality and what studies have found about the relationship between mental health and spiritual practice.
Thursday, Jan. 31, 6 and 8 p.m.
Lethbridge College Kodiaks Make Some Noise for Mental Health
Our Lethbridge College Kodiaks volleyball teams will be fired up to face Ambrose University, and you can expect an especially boisterous crowd as the Kodiaks encourage fans to Make Some Noise for Mental Health. This annual initiative is an Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference conference-wide awareness effort to break stigmas surrounding mental health, encourage empathy and promote the resources and supports available on campus and in the community. The Kodiaks women are in action at 6 p.m., with the men at 8 p.m. in the Val Matteotti Gymnasium. Admission is free to college students, $8 for adults, $5 for seniors, youth and alumni, and $3 for college staff.
Friday, Feb. 1, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Couldn’t we all use more balance in our lives?
Lethbridge College offers a number of free workshops to staff and students to help them live their best lives. Creating Balance in Your Life is a one-hour session that helps participants explore the choices that affect their work-life balance and develop strategies to achieve greater balance. If you’re looking for a lifestyle feature on wellness, we have an expert for you.
Saturday, Feb. 2, 6 and 8 p.m.
Lethbridge College Kodiaks Make some Noise for Mental Health
Our Lethbridge College Kodiaks basketball teams will Make Some Noise for Mental Health as they take on Ambrose University squads. This annual initiative is an Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference conference-wide awareness effort to break stigmas surrounding mental health, encourage empathy and promote the resources and supports available on campus and in the community. The Kodiaks women are in action at 6 p.m., with the men at 8 p.m. in the Val Matteotti Gymnasium. Admission is free to college students, $8 for adults, $5 for seniors, youth and alumni, and $3 for college staff.