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The official account of #USask. A U15 Canadian university paving the way forward with discovery & innovation the world needs. 🌎 #BeWhatTheWorldNeeds
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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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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.
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November 26, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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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...
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November 26, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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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.

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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
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The day is here.😤

GO HUSKIES! 🐾

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📺 CBC Gem & CBC Gem

#BringItHome | #WePlayForAA
Promotional poster for the U SPORTS Vanier Cup featuring the University of Saskatchewan and Université Laval football teams, with players in green helmets huddling before the game. The event details indicate it takes place at Mosaic Stadium on January 22nd at 1 PM in Regina, SK.
November 22, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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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.

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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.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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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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Four USask educators receive Lieutenant Governor’s Post-Secondary Teaching Award - News
Awards celebrate recipients for their dedication to education and enhancing student success.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:52 PM
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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
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#BringItHome | #WePlayforAA
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November 20, 2025 at 8:11 PM
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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

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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...
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November 19, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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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
November 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Big weekend for Saskatchewan football!

The #USask Huskies punched their ticket for a return trip to the Vanier Cup with a 22-11 victory over the Queen’s University Gaels in the 2025 Mitchell Bowl this past Saturday.

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USask Huskies heading back to the Vanier Cup - News
For the third time in five years, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) Huskies will play for the Vanier Cup.
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November 17, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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🏆TOP DOGS 🏆

The #USask Huskies are your 2025 Mitchell Bowl Champions!

One more win to go!

#BringitHome | #WePlayforAA
Promotional poster for the 2025 Mitchell Bowl featuring three University of Saskatchewan Huskies football players in action, with the title "Champions" prominently displayed.
November 15, 2025 at 11:31 PM
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IT’S GAME DAY.

The Dogs will battle it out with the Queens Gaels (OUA) to determine who will be headed to Regina next weekend for the Vanier Cup.

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🕑 2:00PM Kickoff
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Promotional poster for the Mitchell Bowl featuring a Saskatchewan Huskies football player in action on the field, with event details for the National Semifinal game at Griffiths Stadium in Saskatoon on November 15, 2025, showing the Huskies logo versus a Queen's University logo.
November 15, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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The aurora comes in greens, purples, blues, and reds. Do those different colours mean something about what’s happening up there?

#USask space physicist Dr. Daniel Billett explains the science behind the northern lights and why they’re glowing so bright.

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Northern lights explained: What makes the sky dance in colour? - News
From solar storms to Saskatoon’s lucky latitude, space physicist Dr. Daniel Billett (PhD) explains the science behind the northern lights and why they’re glowing so bright.
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November 14, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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We can't do it without the POWER OF THE PACK 🏈 🐾

For the first time since 2022, the #USask Huskies have an opportunity to get back to the Vanier Cup.

Kickoff is set for 2pm, Saturday afternoon at Griffiths Stadium in Nutrien Park.

Tickets: HuskieTickets.com
Person waving a large University of Saskatchewan flag on a sports field with others in university apparel walking alongside, and a smoke machine in the background. A collage of three images featuring University of Saskatchewan Huskies football players in action: a player in jersey number 5 on the field, a close-up of a green helmet with the Huskies logo, and two players with jersey numbers 55 and 99 celebrating with green smoke in the background. fans cheer enthusiastically at a football game, wearing team colors and gear in a crowded stadium. Members of the Usask football team celebrate on the field, wearing green and white uniforms with helmets in hand.
November 14, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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Fatima Ahmed (@usask.ca), a mature student with diverse academic and professional experience and recipient of the ASIL Helton Fellowship to research the Rohingya genocide, has been awarded the #AbellaPrize. #COEE2025
November 14, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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Louise Fraser is an 87-year-old #USask graduate who is pursuing her dream of preserving and teaching the Cree language to children and youth.

CONGRATULATIONS LOUISE!

#USaskClassOf2025

Read more about her journey:
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November 12, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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Dr. Benjamin Hoy, associate professor in the Department of History at #USask, will be presented with the Distinguished Teacher Award today at Fall Convocation.

Congratulations Dr. Hoy!

#USaskClassOf2025

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Game-based learning the passion of USask’s Distinguished Teacher Award recipient - News
Dr. Benjamin Hoy (PhD) fell in love with history through playing games, rather than reading. Realizing he wasn’t alone, he incorporated gameplay into his teaching.
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November 12, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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Congratulations to all our #USaskClassof2025 Fall graduates!

We are proud of your accomplishments and to call you a part of the #Nursing #USaskAlumni family.
November 12, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Students first. Graduates today. Alumni forever. 💚 🎓

Join us in giving congratulations to the nearly 1,000 students who will be graduating today at Fall Convocation.

Click here to watch the live stream and to celebrate the #USaskClassOf2025!
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November 12, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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All #USask community members are welcome to attend a brief program and wreath-laying ceremony at the Memorial Gates on Nov 11 at 1:30pm as we continue our honoured campus tradition of reflecting on the contributions and sacrifices of military service.

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November 10, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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Becoming a Nurse Practitioner in Northern Saskatchewan

Vanessa Carr pursued the NP program with plans to serve Northern communities where she was born and raised.

Learn more about Vanessa's story: nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251110-nurse-practitioner-in-northern-saskatchewan.php
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Vanessa Carr pursued the NP program with plans to serve Northern communities where she was born and raised.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Your 2025 Hardy Cup Champions 🏆

Help us give CONGRATULATIONS to our #USask student athletes!

#HuskiePride | #BringitHome
November 8, 2025 at 11:40 PM
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Attn: #USask: From 7am Sat, Nov 8 to 7pm Tue, Nov 11, the Place Riel transit loop will be relocated due to construction.

Campus Dr @ Voyageur Ct closed

Temporary bus mall: Campus Dr east of Bottomley.

Check bus route updates here: transit.saskatoon.ca
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November 7, 2025 at 9:16 PM
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@usask.ca graduate student Basirat Liadi-Azeez made the trip alone from Nigeria to Saskatoon in the middle of winter, to a different country with a different culture.
She will be graduating next week with her Master's of Science degree at the #USaskFallConvocation2025!
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USask student masters the transition from Nigeria to Canada - News
Graduate student to receive Master of Science degree at USask Fall Convocation.
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November 7, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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Get ready to bring the ENERGY as the #USask Huskie Athletics host the Regina Rams at Griffiths Stadium in Nutrien Park on Nov. 8 at 2 pm in a rematch of last year's Hardy Cup.

Get your tickets now: HuskieTickets.com

#BringitHome #HuskiePride
Promotional poster for the 88th Hardy Cup, featuring three University of Saskatchewan Huskies football players running through smoke, with event details about tickets and date.
November 6, 2025 at 9:14 PM