USask Alumni

Congratulations to The Honourable Rosalie Silberman Abella (LLD'23), who received the 2026 Symons Medal for exceptional contribution to Canadian life and delivered the Symons Lecture in Charlottetown in September.

A former justice of the Supreme Court of Canada, Abella's remarkable career has been devoted to the advancement of justice, equity, and human dignity. She was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree at in 2023.

Learn more about the Symons Lecture here: https://www.cpac.ca/public-record/episode/rosalie-silberman-abella-delivers-2026-symons-lecture?id=af8d7d64-a2f3-4585-b1e1-f7709464dae6

Congratulations to The Honourable Rosalie Silberman Abella (LLD’23), who received the 2026 Symons Medal for exceptional contribution to Canadian life and delivered the Symons Lecture in Charlottetown in September.

A former justice of the Supreme Court of Canada, Abella’s remarkable career has been devoted to the advancement of justice, equity, and human dignity. She was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree at in 2023.

Learn more about the Symons Lecture here: https://www.cpac.ca/public-record/episode/rosalie-silberman-abella-delivers-2026-symons-lecture?id=af8d7d64-a2f3-4585-b1e1-f7709464dae6

Have you been dreaming about exploring a bucket-list destination? Looking for a meaningful way to celebrate a milestone? Or maybe you simply have incurable wanderlust and need your next adventure?

One of the many benefits and perks available to USask graduates is the opportunity to see the world through USask Journeys, the university’s alumni travel program.

Here are five reasons grads choose to travel in good company: https://greenandwhite.usask.ca/articles/2026/take-5-five-reasons-you-should-travel-with-usask-journeys.php

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

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

The annual Orange Shirt Day on September 30 opens the door to global conversation on all aspects of Residential Schools. It is an opportunity to create meaningful discussion about the effects of Residential Schools and the legacy they have left behind. A discussion all Canadians can tune into and create bridges with each other for reconciliation. A day for survivors to be reaffirmed that they matter, and so do those that have been affected.

Click the link below for resources and initiatives, for ways to get involved, and events and programming:
https://indigenous.usask.ca/indigenization-reconciliation/national-day-truth-reconciliation.php

graduate Micaela Ch*****ne (BSc'22), the CEO and co-founder of askîhk Research Services, is utilizing her education in archaeology to help support Indigenous communities as the search continues for missing children at residential school sites across the country. “Every outcome is decided and led by communities,” Ch*****ne said in a recent interview with the Green&White.

Read the article at: https://greenandwhite.usask.ca/articles/2026/usask-archaeology-graduate-honours-relatives-through-research-at-residential-school-sites.php

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Run - don't walk!

Calling all graduates from 1976: time is running out to register to receive your complimentary Golden Grad celebration package, including a commemorative pin and parchment.

As a bonus, one lucky registrant will be randomly selected to receive a special USask prize pack valued at $120!

When you register, you'll also have the opportunity to share photos and stories from your time at USask.

On Nov. 10, visit the Golden Grads celebration website to explore submissions from fellow graduates, view the Class of 1976 honouree list, enjoy a playlist featuring the biggest hits from your student days, and more.

Register: https://alumni.usask.ca/get-involved/golden-grads.php

What's the biggest thing that's happened in your life since graduation?

A new career? A new city? A promotion? A business venture? A personal milestone?

Class Notes help alumni stay connected and celebrate one another's successes.

Tell us your story and you could be featured!

Submit your update: https://alumni.usask.ca/class-notes/share-story.php

Sarah Khalid (BE’26), who completed her high school requirements in Saudi Arabia, decided to attend USask because of the entrance scholarship she was offered and the online sessions she attended about student life. In June, she graduated with a degree in engineering physics (with great distinction).

The Green&White recently asked the new alumna about her time at USask and her plans now that she has completed her degree.

Read the interview at: https://greenandwhite.usask.ca/articles/2026/engineering-physics-graduate-values-support-and-sense-of-community-at-usask.php


USask Engineering University of Saskatchewan

Engineering physics graduate values support and sense of community at USask - Green and White As an award-winning undergraduate student, Sarah Khalid (BE’26) made significant contributions to USask, the College of Engineering, and beyond

For graduate Trevor Jacek (BComm’03), it was “an incredible experience” to be a member of a Canadian relay team that won gold in South Korea earlier this month.

Read more about Jacek's experience at the World Masters Athletics Outdoor Championships: https://greenandwhite.usask.ca/articles/2026/a-10-out-of-10-peak-human-experience.php

‘A 10-out-of-10 peak human experience’ - Green and White USask graduate Trevor Jacek (BComm’03) was thrilled to win gold with his relay teammates at the 2026 World Masters Athletics Outdoor Championships in South Korea