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Canadian Centre for the Study of Co-operatives @coopstudies.bsky.social · 3h

📰Read all about it! @usask.ca news on 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘗𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘥: 𝘊𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘢𝘯 𝘊𝘰-𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘴, our collab with the Diefenbaker Canada Centre—on display now and open to visitors Wed-Sat, 12-4:30pm. Admission by donation!
#yxeevents #iyc2025 #cooperativesbuildabetterworld
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New exhibit at USask’s Diefenbaker Canada Centre celebrates Canadian Co-operatives - News

The Diefenbaker Canada Centre (DCC) in partnership with the Canadian Centre for the Study of Co-operatives (CCSC) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) are marking the United Nations International...

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USask @usask.ca · 2h

What will increasing wildfires do to our environment, and is there anything we can do about it?

#USask researcher Dr. Colin Laroque explains the increase in wildfires, and whether we can expect them to get worse: news.usask.ca/articles/res...

Signature Series research podcast: The future of wildfires with Dr. Colin Laroque - News

Dr. Colin Laroque (PhD) listens to what the trees tell him.

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College of Arts and Science, University of Saskatchewan @usaskartsci.bsky.social · 1d

Would you trust AI with your cancer diagnosis? USask graduate Sakib Mostafa (MSc’20, PhD’24) is making sure you can. artsandscience.usask.ca/news/article...

Unpacking the black box of AI

Would you trust AI with your cancer diagnosis? A USask graduate is making sure you can.

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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 2d

🌾It’s Agriculture Week in SK! From crops to livestock, ag is at the ❤️ of our province. We’re proud to support the sector by protecting animal health, advancing food security, and strengthening resilience in our food systems.
#CelebrateAg #HealthyPeopleHealthyAnimals

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College of Arts and Science, University of Saskatchewan @usaskartsci.bsky.social · 2d

The USask Museum of Antiquities is celebrating half a century of revealing wonders of the past to Saskatoon audiences. artsandscience.usask.ca/news/article...

USask Museum of Antiquities marks 50 years

Museum on the USask campus houses more than 1,000 artifacts and replicas from the ancient and medieval world

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USask @usask.ca · 2d

It's SK Agriculture Week (October 5 -11)!

Dr. Gabriel Ribeiro, associate professor and Saskatchewan Beef Industry Chair at #USask, investigates why some cows digest fibre better than others in a four-part study conducted with USask’s master’s candidate Megan Dubois.
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USask research explores the science of the bovine gut - News

As USask spotlights Saskatchewan Agriculture Week in October, we profile researchers uncovering surprising findings from comparing heifers’ digestion behaviours.

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USask @usask.ca · 5d

The #USask Western College of Veterinary Medicine is celebrating the opening of a new MRI machine and a linear accelerator—part of a vital animal health care and education project that wouldn’t have been possible without significant support from donors.

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Donors’ gifts help USask purchase vital animal health care tools - News

The Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is celebrating the opening of a new magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine and a linear accelerator—part o...

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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 12d

What a week! 🎉From our Scientific Summit to the 50th Gala to celebrating our amazing team, thank you to everyone who joined us to mark 50 years of VIDO. The future of innovation, collaboration & impact starts now. #VIDOis50
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College of Arts and Science, University of Saskatchewan @usaskartsci.bsky.social · 6d

Dr. Damien Lee (PhD) has returned to @usask.ca as the head of the Department of Indigenous Studies.

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USask Indigenous Studies welcomes new department head - News

New leader looks to support colleagues, research, and the future of the department.

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Global Institute for Water Security @water.usask.ca · 11d

Congratulations to Dr. Jeff McDonnell from @usask.ca for being awarded the @agu.org 2025 Robert E. Horton Medal for his important contributions to hydrology and water security!

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USask Hydrologist Honoured with Prestigious AGU Medal - Global Institute for Water Security

Dr. Jeffrey J. McDonnell of the University of Saskatchewan has been awarded the prestigious 2025 Robert E. Horton Medal by the American Geophysical Union for his groundbreaking contributions to hydrol...

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USask @usask.ca · 7d

Now in its eighth year, the #USask People Around the World (PAW) international congress will bring together well-known Canadian experts who will come together to discuss topics ranging from AI for health, to air quality.

#USaskResearch #PAW2025

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Health and data at heart of USask congress - News

Now in its eighth year, the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) People Around the World (PAW) international congress will bring together community members, researchers, industry partners and students...

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USask @usask.ca · 8d

September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation for all of Canada.

#USask will remain closed this day, Monday, Sept. 30, which coincides with Orange Shirt Day so students, staff, and faculty can reflect on and participate in this integral day.

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USask @usask.ca · 15d

The Canadian Barley Research Coalition is investing $1.8 million over three years in the #USask Crop Development Centre to extend their core breeding agreement.
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CBRC commits $1.8 million to CDC barley breeding activities - News

The Canadian Barley Research Coalition (CBRC) announced today it will provide $1.8 million in funding over three years to the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Crop Development Centre (CDC), to ext...

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VIDO - USask @vido.org · 16d

🎉 VIDO is celebrating 50 years of protecting health, food security & advancing infectious disease research. From vaccines to pandemic response, we’re preparing the world for future threats. Read more: bit.ly/3KAvTPu
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USask @usask.ca · 19d

2025 Pinning Ceremony 🏅

Over 140 #USask College of Education students and alumni were celebrated at the 2025 Pinning Ceremony on September 11.

Congratulations!
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2025 Pinning Ceremony - College of Education

Over 140 College of Education students were celebrated at the 2025 Pinning Ceremony on September 11.

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College of Arts and Science, University of Saskatchewan @usaskartsci.bsky.social · 19d

@usask.ca president Peter Stoicheff discusses the role humanities and social sciences play in Canada today.

🎧 Listen to the full episode on The Hub: thehub.ca/podcast/audi...

‘Now is the perfect opportunity’: What’s the value of the social sciences and humanities in Canada today?

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USask @usask.ca · 20d

#USask launches two first-in-Saskatchewan rehabilitation science training programs.

Learners can now apply to the province’s first-ever occupational therapy and speech-language pathology training programs, helping shape the future of health care.

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USask launches two first-in-Saskatchewan rehabilitation science training programs - News

Two new programs have been launched in the School of Rehabilitation Science in the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) College of Medicine. Learners can now apply to be part of the province’s first o...

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USask @usask.ca · 21d

#USask announces new Introductory Agriculture certificate: Students in this new program can study online or in-person at their own pace to learn about agriculture in the Canadian Prairie Region. 🌾

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USask announces new Introductory Agriculture certificate - News

Students in the new Certificate in Introductory Agriculture program can study online or in-person at their own pace to learn about agriculture in the Canadian Prairie Region.

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USask @usask.ca · 23d

An international research collaboration led by a #USask water researcher is exploring the intersection of water, environment, social and cultural systems with health for women and mothers in communities around the world.

#USaskResearch

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USask-led international research project unites water with maternal health - News

An international research collaboration led by a University of Saskatchewan (USask) water researcher is exploring the intersection of water, environment, social and cultural systems with health for wo...

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USask @usask.ca · 26d

Sept 13 is World Sepsis Day: #USask researchers have found a new way the body can fight sepsis – a life-threatening condition caused by the body’s inappropriate response to an infection.

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USask researchers identify new method to protect against sepsis - News

A team of University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers have identified a pathway to help the human body defend itself against sepsis – a life-threatening condition caused by the body’s inappropriate...

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College of Arts and Science, University of Saskatchewan @usaskartsci.bsky.social · 26d

#USask Indigenous Student Achievement Pathways (ISAP) is receiving a $100,000 donation from Orano Canada Inc. over two years to support Indigenous students pursuing studies in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

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Orano Canada renews support for Indigenous USask students in STEM

Uranium mining and milling company provides $100K contribution to Indigenous Student Achievement Pathways

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USask @usask.ca · 27d

“Congratulations to Dr. Crystal Giesbrecht and Dr. Fernanda Mascarenhas on receiving the Banting and Misiwêskamik fellowships. We are very proud of your accomplishments and pleased to have recruited you to USask.”

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USask celebrates Postdoc Appreciation Week - News

During Postdoc Appreciation Week at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), two exceptional post-doctoral scholars highlight the research that earned them the prestigious Banting Postdoctoral Fellowsh...

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USask @usask.ca · 28d

Today is #USask Giving Day!

Whether it’s $10 or $1,000, your gift today will make a difference and help invest in the people and projects that are making a positive impact in our communities.

Learn more at
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Collage for USask Giving Day featuring diverse individuals engaged in various activities: studying, construction work, scientific research, walking on campus, playing sports, and attending graduation.

USask @usask.ca · 29d

"A proud moment for Saskatchewan."

Twenty new students have joined the#USask College of Medicine in the first cohort of the new Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) program.

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Saskatchewan builds future physician assistant workforce - News

New program launches as interest in profession grows

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USask @usask.ca · 29d

Tomorrow, your gift to support #USask students could be doubled thanks to the generosity of several alumni who are matching donations made on Giving Day.

#USaskGivingDay

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5 reasons for you to donate on USask Giving Day - News

USask Giving Day, a 24-hour fundraising initiative in support of USask people and projects will take place on Sept. 10, 2025.

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