10 defining moments of 2022 on The Quad

This year gave us reasons to reflect on the past, celebrate the present and plan for the future.

This year gave us occasions to reflect on, honour and learn from the past, reasons to celebrate the present and opportunities to plan for the future.

Here are 10 defining moments of 2022, as shared on The Quad.

The U of A’s rise through the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings gave us reason to celebrate and plan for an even bigger leap towards sustainability.

How we placed 11th in the world for sustainability, and what we can do next

We were delighted to announce the Targeted Enrolment Growth initiative, which will expand enrolment at the U of A by over 2,000 students, bringing us closer to our goal of 50,000 by 2026.

Growing our student and faculty community

The U of A and Edmonton communities gathered to unveil a place of quiet reflection in memory of those killed in the downing of Flight PS752.

In photos: Flight PS752 memorial and tree dedication ceremony

With the launch of the Indigenous Strategic Plan on June 24, 2022, all members of the U of A community were invited to join the work that is necessary to achieve the vision outlined in the plan.

To celebrate Edmonton Pride Month, we took a look back at Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer history at the U of A.

2SLGBTQ+ history on campus

We gave readers a first look inside University Commons, the U of A’s new space for collaboration and community.

Welcome to University Commons

 

At the start of the fall term, the president invited us to embrace the university experience by taking this opportunity to encounter new ideas, discover knowledge and grow.

From the President's Desk: Welcome to Fall 2022

In September, the University of Alberta joined the world in mourning the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Statement on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

After a few years of gathering virtually, this fall we brought people together in person to celebrate U of A Days, a week that united the fall events that celebrate our connection with the community.

In Photos: U of A Days