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Faculty of Arts

Our mission is to reflect on the world and our place in it through critical inquiry, creative practices and collaborative exploration.

Dr. Tricia Stadnyk reads a water sampling monitor outside next to a river.

Preparing for Drought

Drought is predicted in Alberta this summer.
How will it affect Albertans?

Dr. Tricia Stadnyk, PhD, Department of Geography, is here to explain Stage 4 droughts and its impact in our daily lives.

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Critical and creative research

Our research engages communities and fosters innovation, leadership and creative practice.

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Teaching excellence and expertise

We promote, celebrate and reward innovations in teaching practices. We prepare our students for a variety of academic and non-academic careers.

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Internationalize your degree

Study at a partner university or take part in an international field school organized by the University of Calgary. Work for a vetted international organization. Or take part in a research placement at a partner institution.

Discover the world as part of your Arts education

Embracing equity, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to understanding cultural and social differences both locally and globally, and to promoting equal rights and opportunities across our constituencies.

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Latest news

No ‘drought’ about it: Water restrictions are coming in Alberta this summer

For World Water Day, Tricia Stadnyk talks about the predicted drought and how Albertans can prepare

UCalgary researchers investigate the science of psilocybin-assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder

Clinical trial to explore potential of psychedelics combined with therapy to help someone reduce or stop drinking

Landscape in Motion project celebrates Calgary landscapes through dance and landscape architecture

Collaboration between School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape and School of Creative and Performing Arts explores landscapes through lens of human body

Making their mark: 2023 Canada Research Chairs unveiled

UCalgary chairholders from various disciplines step into the spotlight of research excellence

Painting a Picture of Success

UCalgary grads Lana Rogers and Kristy Archibald are charting paths, navigating challenges and inspiring the next class of digital media entrepreneurs.

Transdisciplinary exhibit highlights water expertise across fields

BRACKISH brings together students, faculty and UCalgary community members March 6-14

In the media

In the News Amelia Austin, Gina Dimitropoulos, Sheri Madigan and colleague writing in The Conversation Canada

Spotting the signs of disordered eating in youth: Tips for parents and caregivers

In the News Melanie Noel, Psychology, in Student Impact

Netflix trivialising teenagers’ pain – new study

In the News Suzette Mayr, English, in The Calgary Herald

Calgary's Suzette Mayr on shortlist for venerable Dublin Literary Prize

In the News Melanee Thomas, Political Science, in CBC News

Nenshi viewed most positively in NDP race but party faces uphill battle against UCP: poll

In the News Lisa Young, Political Science, in Benefits and Pensions Monitor

Albertans doubt provincial pension plan, poll shows

In the News Pallavi Banerjee, Sociology, in City News

Yari Collective at University of Calgary hosts Newcomers Youth Anti-Racism meeting


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