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The official account of #USask. A U15 Canadian university paving the way forward with discovery & innovation the world needs. 🌎 #BeWhatTheWorldNeeds
From pea milk to pandemic preparedness, from wheat genes to wildfires, #USask researchers have raised the bar for innovative research that has an impact on Sask., Canada and the world.
Here are 11 stories from 2025 that helped define the work of the year:
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Here are 11 stories from 2025 that helped define the work of the year:
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A look back at USask’s 2025 innovative research projects - News
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is one of Canada’s top research universities, and in 2025 USask researchers pushed the boundaries of research, scholarly and artistic work across numerous discip...
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December 22, 2025 at 4:44 PM
From pea milk to pandemic preparedness, from wheat genes to wildfires, #USask researchers have raised the bar for innovative research that has an impact on Sask., Canada and the world.
Here are 11 stories from 2025 that helped define the work of the year:
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
Here are 11 stories from 2025 that helped define the work of the year:
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
A new study shows that USask is providing a multi-billion-dollar impact to provincial and national economies, while preparing students for successful careers.
Click on the link in our bio to learn more about how USask is growing the province’s skilled workforce.
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Click on the link in our bio to learn more about how USask is growing the province’s skilled workforce.
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USask’s economic impact measured in billions: new study - News
A new study shows that the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is providing a multi-billion-dollar impact to provincial and national economies, while preparing students for successful careers.
news.usask.ca
December 18, 2025 at 3:36 PM
A new study shows that USask is providing a multi-billion-dollar impact to provincial and national economies, while preparing students for successful careers.
Click on the link in our bio to learn more about how USask is growing the province’s skilled workforce.
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
Click on the link in our bio to learn more about how USask is growing the province’s skilled workforce.
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
Why does holiday marketing work so well?
From nostalgia to convenience, brands know how to pull at our seasonal heartstrings, according to #USask marketing and consumer research expert Dr. Adam Slobodzian.
Listen here: news.usask.ca/articles/res...
From nostalgia to convenience, brands know how to pull at our seasonal heartstrings, according to #USask marketing and consumer research expert Dr. Adam Slobodzian.
Listen here: news.usask.ca/articles/res...
Signature Series research podcast: Holiday marketing with Dr. Adam Slobodzian - News
Why does holiday marketing do such a good job?
news.usask.ca
December 17, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Why does holiday marketing work so well?
From nostalgia to convenience, brands know how to pull at our seasonal heartstrings, according to #USask marketing and consumer research expert Dr. Adam Slobodzian.
Listen here: news.usask.ca/articles/res...
From nostalgia to convenience, brands know how to pull at our seasonal heartstrings, according to #USask marketing and consumer research expert Dr. Adam Slobodzian.
Listen here: news.usask.ca/articles/res...
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This extraordinary gift from two USask music alumni will support students in the School for the Arts. news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
Stoicheff USask presidency ends on $10-million high note - News
With a $10-million gift from alumni Xiaoping (Bob) Xu (MA’92, LLD’17) and Ling (Linda) Chen (MA’90), a decade of visionary leadership by University of Saskatchewan (USask) President Peter Stoicheff ha...
news.usask.ca
December 5, 2025 at 5:53 PM
This extraordinary gift from two USask music alumni will support students in the School for the Arts. news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
What do school lunches, digital agriculture and competitive sports have in common? They are all part of the big ideas featured at #TEDxUniversityofSaskatchewan.
Click here to learn more about this year’s speakers and their groundbreaking ideas:
research.usask.ca/tedx/2026.php
Click here to learn more about this year’s speakers and their groundbreaking ideas:
research.usask.ca/tedx/2026.php
December 15, 2025 at 3:39 PM
What do school lunches, digital agriculture and competitive sports have in common? They are all part of the big ideas featured at #TEDxUniversityofSaskatchewan.
Click here to learn more about this year’s speakers and their groundbreaking ideas:
research.usask.ca/tedx/2026.php
Click here to learn more about this year’s speakers and their groundbreaking ideas:
research.usask.ca/tedx/2026.php
An innovative sustainable education and research training program spearheaded by #USask has earned gold on the global stage. 🥇
The recognition comes on the heels of USask ranking in the top 10 per cent globally in the 2026 QS Sustainability Rankings. 🌱
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The recognition comes on the heels of USask ranking in the top 10 per cent globally in the 2026 QS Sustainability Rankings. 🌱
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TRANSECTS program wins international prize for sustainability education - News
An innovative sustainable education and research training program spearheaded by the University of Saskatchewan (USask) has earned gold on the global stage.
news.usask.ca
December 12, 2025 at 3:45 PM
An innovative sustainable education and research training program spearheaded by #USask has earned gold on the global stage. 🥇
The recognition comes on the heels of USask ranking in the top 10 per cent globally in the 2026 QS Sustainability Rankings. 🌱
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
The recognition comes on the heels of USask ranking in the top 10 per cent globally in the 2026 QS Sustainability Rankings. 🌱
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
Building better roads:
A #USask researcher is partnering with the City of Saskatoon to look for ways to build roads that will be less affected by cold temperatures.
Here’s how this project could change the way we approach SK road construction:
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
A #USask researcher is partnering with the City of Saskatoon to look for ways to build roads that will be less affected by cold temperatures.
Here’s how this project could change the way we approach SK road construction:
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
USask-City of Saskatoon project aims to build winter-resistant roadways - News
When winter brings frigid temperatures, Canada’s infrastructure can take a hit. Now, a joint research project is looking for new ways and new materials to build winter-resistant roadways to withstand ...
news.usask.ca
December 11, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Building better roads:
A #USask researcher is partnering with the City of Saskatoon to look for ways to build roads that will be less affected by cold temperatures.
Here’s how this project could change the way we approach SK road construction:
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
A #USask researcher is partnering with the City of Saskatoon to look for ways to build roads that will be less affected by cold temperatures.
Here’s how this project could change the way we approach SK road construction:
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
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By using the CLS, Karen Tanino is able to look deep inside plant cells to determine what changes different kinds of plants go through to adapt and survive in winter conditions. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3LWToDn
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Signature Series research podcast: How plants beat the winter, with Dr. Karen Tanino - News
Canada is a cold place, but that doesn’t stop us from growing plants in our homes and gardens. And every year, many of those plants pop back up in the spring or shake off the snow and ice to thrive ag...
bit.ly
December 10, 2025 at 3:10 PM
By using the CLS, Karen Tanino is able to look deep inside plant cells to determine what changes different kinds of plants go through to adapt and survive in winter conditions. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3LWToDn
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@usask.ca
After growing up watching the #USask Huskies basketball team, Ella Murphy Wiebe says it “really means pretty much the world to me” playing for them now.
Ella and her younger brother Owen, a member of the men’s team, are following their father’s legacy.
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Ella and her younger brother Owen, a member of the men’s team, are following their father’s legacy.
thestarphoenix.com/feature/frid...
Friday Night Sights: Saskatchewan Huskies' Murphy Wiebe basketball family still packin' the PAC
A University of Saskatchewan Huskies' basketball tradition continues with siblings Ella and Owen Murphy Wiebe. Their dad Dean also played.
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December 10, 2025 at 2:35 PM
After growing up watching the #USask Huskies basketball team, Ella Murphy Wiebe says it “really means pretty much the world to me” playing for them now.
Ella and her younger brother Owen, a member of the men’s team, are following their father’s legacy.
thestarphoenix.com/feature/frid...
Ella and her younger brother Owen, a member of the men’s team, are following their father’s legacy.
thestarphoenix.com/feature/frid...
A joint City of Saskatoon and #USask research project is looking into how some of the city’s bravest deal with trauma.
Click below to read more about how this project will examine supports for firefighter mental health:
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
Click below to read more about how this project will examine supports for firefighter mental health:
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
USask-City of Saskatoon project explores supports for firefighter mental health - News
Joel McNair understands what it’s like to deal with trauma as a frontline worker.
news.usask.ca
December 9, 2025 at 3:56 PM
A joint City of Saskatoon and #USask research project is looking into how some of the city’s bravest deal with trauma.
Click below to read more about how this project will examine supports for firefighter mental health:
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
Click below to read more about how this project will examine supports for firefighter mental health:
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
The official portrait of #USask President and Vice-Chancellor Peter Stoicheff, painted by renowned Canadian artist Phil Richards, was unveiled during a special community event at the Remai Modern. Click for more:
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Celebrating President Stoicheff’s legacy of leadership - News
The official portrait of University of Saskatchewan (USask) President and Vice-Chancellor Peter Stoicheff, painted by renowned Canadian artist Phil Richards, was unveiled during a special community ev...
news.usask.ca
December 8, 2025 at 2:42 PM
The official portrait of #USask President and Vice-Chancellor Peter Stoicheff, painted by renowned Canadian artist Phil Richards, was unveiled during a special community event at the Remai Modern. Click for more:
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
Peter Stoicheff's #USask presidency ends on a $10-million high note.
With a $10-million gift from alumni Xiaoping (Bob) Xu (MA’92, LLD’17) and Ling (Linda) Chen (MA’90), a decade of visionary leadership has been honoured.
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
With a $10-million gift from alumni Xiaoping (Bob) Xu (MA’92, LLD’17) and Ling (Linda) Chen (MA’90), a decade of visionary leadership has been honoured.
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
December 5, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Peter Stoicheff's #USask presidency ends on a $10-million high note.
With a $10-million gift from alumni Xiaoping (Bob) Xu (MA’92, LLD’17) and Ling (Linda) Chen (MA’90), a decade of visionary leadership has been honoured.
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
With a $10-million gift from alumni Xiaoping (Bob) Xu (MA’92, LLD’17) and Ling (Linda) Chen (MA’90), a decade of visionary leadership has been honoured.
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
Dr. Peter Stoicheff is wrapping up his second five-year term as president, having led the university through a health crisis to a record-setting fundraising campaign, and firmly establishing #USask as a leader in research, scholarly and artistic work.
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
President Stoicheff: A decade of development at USask - News
Ten years ago, Dr. Peter Stoicheff (PhD) embraced the immense responsibility and the opportunity ahead as he was introduced as the 11th president in the history of the University of Saskatchewan (USas...
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December 2, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Dr. Peter Stoicheff is wrapping up his second five-year term as president, having led the university through a health crisis to a record-setting fundraising campaign, and firmly establishing #USask as a leader in research, scholarly and artistic work.
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
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The path to becoming a nurse looks different for everyone.
USask Nursing Lloydminster student, Louisa, shares why she decided to take the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program: youtu.be/Ws8UrFEGDA8?si=u2ARNfE4Z4HBZNO1
Start your path to nursing: admissions.usask.ca/nursing.php
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USask Nursing Lloydminster student, Louisa, shares why she decided to take the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program: youtu.be/Ws8UrFEGDA8?si=u2ARNfE4Z4HBZNO1
Start your path to nursing: admissions.usask.ca/nursing.php
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November 28, 2025 at 6:01 PM
The path to becoming a nurse looks different for everyone.
USask Nursing Lloydminster student, Louisa, shares why she decided to take the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program: youtu.be/Ws8UrFEGDA8?si=u2ARNfE4Z4HBZNO1
Start your path to nursing: admissions.usask.ca/nursing.php
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USask Nursing Lloydminster student, Louisa, shares why she decided to take the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program: youtu.be/Ws8UrFEGDA8?si=u2ARNfE4Z4HBZNO1
Start your path to nursing: admissions.usask.ca/nursing.php
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Dr. Valentyna Klymiuk, a #USask researcher in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources, is working to improve resilience in wheat cultivars through bringing in diversity from wild relatives.
Read more:
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Read more:
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Better crop resilience through genetic diversity - News
Wheat – a vital food crop that feeds billions of people worldwide – plays an important role in food security. Estimates place global wheat production at nearly 800 million tonnes this year, volumes th...
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December 1, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Dr. Valentyna Klymiuk, a #USask researcher in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources, is working to improve resilience in wheat cultivars through bringing in diversity from wild relatives.
Read more:
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
Read more:
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#USask has placed in the top 10 per cent of universities in the world for sustainability by QS Top Universities.
“As the focus on sustainability becomes more and more a factor in the future of our planet, we are proud to see our efforts recognized.”
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
“As the focus on sustainability becomes more and more a factor in the future of our planet, we are proud to see our efforts recognized.”
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
USask shines in newest international sustainability rankings - News
Sustainability is a key strategic goal for the University of Saskatchewan (USask), and a recent international ranking places USask among the top 10 per cent of universities in the world for its effort...
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November 28, 2025 at 2:32 PM
#USask has placed in the top 10 per cent of universities in the world for sustainability by QS Top Universities.
“As the focus on sustainability becomes more and more a factor in the future of our planet, we are proud to see our efforts recognized.”
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
“As the focus on sustainability becomes more and more a factor in the future of our planet, we are proud to see our efforts recognized.”
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
The Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate is now available at the #USask Prince Albert campus.
This program offers students a learning environment that encompasses small class sizes and one-on-one support.
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This program offers students a learning environment that encompasses small class sizes and one-on-one support.
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USask Prince Albert campus to offer Kanawayihetaytan Askiy programming - News
Students can complete the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate at the University of Saskatchewan Prince Albert campus.
news.usask.ca
November 26, 2025 at 3:47 PM
The Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate is now available at the #USask Prince Albert campus.
This program offers students a learning environment that encompasses small class sizes and one-on-one support.
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
This program offers students a learning environment that encompasses small class sizes and one-on-one support.
news.usask.ca/articles/gen...
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By using the CLS, Karen Tanino is able to look deep inside plant cells to determine what changes different kinds of plants go through to adapt and survive in winter conditions. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3LWToDn
@usask.ca
@usask.ca
Signature Series research podcast: How plants beat the winter, with Dr. Karen Tanino - News
Canada is a cold place, but that doesn’t stop us from growing plants in our homes and gardens. And every year, many of those plants pop back up in the spring or shake off the snow and ice to thrive ag...
bit.ly
November 26, 2025 at 3:10 PM
By using the CLS, Karen Tanino is able to look deep inside plant cells to determine what changes different kinds of plants go through to adapt and survive in winter conditions. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3LWToDn
@usask.ca
@usask.ca
Emma Wintermute, #USask student and USSU president, has been awarded one of the world’s most prestigious academic honours: the Rhodes Scholarship.
She is among only 11 Canadians selected as 2026 Rhodes Scholars.
Read more:
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She is among only 11 Canadians selected as 2026 Rhodes Scholars.
Read more:
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USask student leader named Rhodes Scholar, joins global changemakers - News
Emma Wintermute, president of the University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union (USSU) and an outspoken advocate for social change, has been awarded one of the world’s most prestigious academic honours: ...
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November 24, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Emma Wintermute, #USask student and USSU president, has been awarded one of the world’s most prestigious academic honours: the Rhodes Scholarship.
She is among only 11 Canadians selected as 2026 Rhodes Scholars.
Read more:
news.usask.ca/articles/stu...
She is among only 11 Canadians selected as 2026 Rhodes Scholars.
Read more:
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The day is here.😤
GO HUSKIES! 🐾
🎟️ Showpass.com/VanierCup
📺 CBC Gem & CBC Gem
#BringItHome | #WePlayForAA
GO HUSKIES! 🐾
🎟️ Showpass.com/VanierCup
📺 CBC Gem & CBC Gem
#BringItHome | #WePlayForAA
November 22, 2025 at 6:59 PM
The day is here.😤
GO HUSKIES! 🐾
🎟️ Showpass.com/VanierCup
📺 CBC Gem & CBC Gem
#BringItHome | #WePlayForAA
GO HUSKIES! 🐾
🎟️ Showpass.com/VanierCup
📺 CBC Gem & CBC Gem
#BringItHome | #WePlayForAA
Number 1 in Canada for water research and expertise 💧
A new international ranking places #USask as the top institute in Canada in the subject of Water Resources, which also positions the university 34th in the world.
Read more:
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
A new international ranking places #USask as the top institute in Canada in the subject of Water Resources, which also positions the university 34th in the world.
Read more:
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
USask leads Canada in water research, earns high marks in international rankings - News
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is recognized as Canada’s leading centre for water research and expertise in a new international ranking.
news.usask.ca
November 21, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Number 1 in Canada for water research and expertise 💧
A new international ranking places #USask as the top institute in Canada in the subject of Water Resources, which also positions the university 34th in the world.
Read more:
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
A new international ranking places #USask as the top institute in Canada in the subject of Water Resources, which also positions the university 34th in the world.
Read more:
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
Congratulations!
Dr. Carly Priebe, Dr. Kurtis Boyer, Dr. Paula MacDowell, and Dr. Neil Chilton are being celebrated for their dedication to #USask student engagement and learning through the Lieutenant Governor’s Post-Secondary Teaching Award:
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Dr. Carly Priebe, Dr. Kurtis Boyer, Dr. Paula MacDowell, and Dr. Neil Chilton are being celebrated for their dedication to #USask student engagement and learning through the Lieutenant Governor’s Post-Secondary Teaching Award:
news.usask.ca/articles/com...
Four USask educators receive Lieutenant Governor’s Post-Secondary Teaching Award - News
Awards celebrate recipients for their dedication to education and enhancing student success.
news.usask.ca
November 20, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Congratulations!
Dr. Carly Priebe, Dr. Kurtis Boyer, Dr. Paula MacDowell, and Dr. Neil Chilton are being celebrated for their dedication to #USask student engagement and learning through the Lieutenant Governor’s Post-Secondary Teaching Award:
news.usask.ca/articles/com...
Dr. Carly Priebe, Dr. Kurtis Boyer, Dr. Paula MacDowell, and Dr. Neil Chilton are being celebrated for their dedication to #USask student engagement and learning through the Lieutenant Governor’s Post-Secondary Teaching Award:
news.usask.ca/articles/com...
One more time.
For the first time since 2006, your #USask Huskies are competing in the Vanier Cup in our home province, at Mosaic Stadium in Regina.
Come and show your #HuskiePride!
Sat. Nov 22
11am Tailgate | 1pm Kickoff
vaniercup.com
#BringItHome | #WePlayforAA
For the first time since 2006, your #USask Huskies are competing in the Vanier Cup in our home province, at Mosaic Stadium in Regina.
Come and show your #HuskiePride!
Sat. Nov 22
11am Tailgate | 1pm Kickoff
vaniercup.com
#BringItHome | #WePlayforAA
November 20, 2025 at 8:11 PM
One more time.
For the first time since 2006, your #USask Huskies are competing in the Vanier Cup in our home province, at Mosaic Stadium in Regina.
Come and show your #HuskiePride!
Sat. Nov 22
11am Tailgate | 1pm Kickoff
vaniercup.com
#BringItHome | #WePlayforAA
For the first time since 2006, your #USask Huskies are competing in the Vanier Cup in our home province, at Mosaic Stadium in Regina.
Come and show your #HuskiePride!
Sat. Nov 22
11am Tailgate | 1pm Kickoff
vaniercup.com
#BringItHome | #WePlayforAA
How do your plants learn to survive the cold? 🌱 ❄️
In the most recent episode of the Signature Series research podcast, #USask researcher Dr. Karen Tanino explores how plants deal with stresses like cold temperatures.
#USaskResearch
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
In the most recent episode of the Signature Series research podcast, #USask researcher Dr. Karen Tanino explores how plants deal with stresses like cold temperatures.
#USaskResearch
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
Signature Series research podcast: How plants beat the winter, with Dr. Karen Tanino - News
Canada is a cold place, but that doesn’t stop us from growing plants in our homes and gardens. And every year, many of those plants pop back up in the spring or shake off the snow and ice to thrive ag...
news.usask.ca
November 19, 2025 at 4:37 PM
How do your plants learn to survive the cold? 🌱 ❄️
In the most recent episode of the Signature Series research podcast, #USask researcher Dr. Karen Tanino explores how plants deal with stresses like cold temperatures.
#USaskResearch
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
In the most recent episode of the Signature Series research podcast, #USask researcher Dr. Karen Tanino explores how plants deal with stresses like cold temperatures.
#USaskResearch
news.usask.ca/articles/res...
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College of Nursing Appoints New Associate Dean Academic 🎉
Join us in welcoming Dr. Marnie Kramer (PhD): nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251117-college-appoints-new-associate-dean-academic.php
Join us in welcoming Dr. Marnie Kramer (PhD): nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251117-college-appoints-new-associate-dean-academic.php
November 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
College of Nursing Appoints New Associate Dean Academic 🎉
Join us in welcoming Dr. Marnie Kramer (PhD): nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251117-college-appoints-new-associate-dean-academic.php
Join us in welcoming Dr. Marnie Kramer (PhD): nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251117-college-appoints-new-associate-dean-academic.php