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Two-time Olympian Allison Beveridge has traded in the world of professional cycling for the physiotherapy clinic, graduating with her master’s in physical therapy from the U of A’s satellite campus in Calgary. (Photo: Christy Dean)

Beyond the finish line: Olympic cyclist finds new career track

Two-time Olympian Allison Beveridge embarks on a new chapter, bringing her elite sports background to her practice as a physiotherapist.

June 13, 2025
By Adrianna MacPherson

Student-athlete Chevy Thomas has become a team captain, community builder, Academic All-Canadian — and when he crosses the convocation stage, a U of A grad with his sights set on law school and the CFL. (Photo: Alex Pugliese)

Society and Culture

Responsibility to inspire: Golden Bears receiver gives back to community

Driven by gratitude and a passion for the game, arts grad and athletic standout Chevy Thomas created a football camp for disadvantaged youth.

June 12, 2025
By Connor Hood

Research, Health And Wellness

Protein ‘referee’ could hold key to stopping some breast cancers from spreading

Research team now on the hunt for existing drugs that can control BAD protein and stop unwanted cell growth.

June 11, 2025
By Gillian Rutherford

A case study of the Jasper Dark Sky Festival explored the lessons learned by the �� mountain community over the 14 years it’s been hosting the popular tourist event. (Photo: Getty Images)

Business, Society and Culture, Research

Research helps rural communities look to their dark skies for tourism potential

Case study of the popular Jasper festival reveals lessons for realizing opportunities while avoiding pitfalls.

June 10, 2025
By Bev Betkowski

Michael Houghton Awarded 2020 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine

�� virologist awarded Nobel Prize

Michael Houghton wins Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine along with Harvey J. Alter and Charles M. Rice for the discovery of the hepatitis C (HCV) virus.

Science and Technology, Research

U of A Nobel winner’s impact extends from personal to global

Michael Houghton’s colleagues and trainees describe the determination that led him to discover the hepatitis C virus and continue his quest for vaccines that will save millions of lives.

08 October 2020 By Gillian Rutherford

Research, Science and Technology

COVID-19 has ‘created a new paradigm for developing vaccines,’ says U of A Nobel winner

A vaccine against SARS-CoV-2 is essential—and thanks to scientific advances and global will, it will likely come faster than any previous vaccine, according to virologist Michael Houghton.

08 October 2020 By Michael Brown

Research, Health And Wellness

U of A virologist Michael Houghton explains the only thing that could best receiving a Nobel Prize.

07 October 2020

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