Flag at half-mast
The Canadian flag on the Thorvaldson Building is flown at half-mast in respect of all faculty, staff and students who pass away while an employee or student of the University of Saskatchewan. This includes part-time as well as full-time students, faculty and staff as well as retired members of the university staff. The flag is also flown at half-mast on the death of the Sovereign, the Prime Minister of Canada, the Premier of the province or other distinguished persons as designated by the president, a vice-president or the university secretary.
For further information please refer to the university's Flag Policy.
In Memoriam
December 6, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
October 8, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of Dr. Jack Shiffman, who passed away on October 6, 2024. Dr. Shiffman was a Professor in the College of Dentistry and the first practicing oral surgeon in Saskatchewan.
The funeral for Dr. Shiffman was held on Tuesday, Oct. 8 at Agudas Israel Synagogue in Saskatoon, Sk.
September 30, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - remembering and honouring residential school survivors and their families.
September 29, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of the Police and Peace Officer’s National Memorial Day (last Sunday in September).
September 23, 2024
The Flag is lowered in honour of Professor Emeritus Dr. James ‘Jim’ Beamer (Sept 23, 1937 – March 16, 2024). Dr. Beamer joined the College of Education’s Department of Curriculum Studies in 1971 as a mathematics education faculty member, retiring in June 1996. Throughout his time at the university, he was involved in the development of Saskatchewan mathematics curriculum and supported the conversion to the metric system at the provincial level.
Professor Emeritus Dr. James ‘Jim’ Beamer's obituary.
September 8, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of Firefighters’ National Memorial Day.
August 19,2024
The flag is lowered in honour of Dr. Sarah Jeanne Stahlke, who passed away on August 7, 2024. Dr. Stahlke was an Associate Professor in the College of Nursing.
A celebration commemorating Dr. Stahlke’s life is being held today, Monday, Aug. 19th at 3:00pm at the Diwan Pavilion, Aga Khan Garden at the University of Alberta Botanic Gardens.
Sarah Jeanne Stahlke's Obituary
July 9, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of Craig Hannah, who passed away on July 5, 2024. Craig was the beloved President of CUPE 1975 from 2014 – 2020 and was an employee for 30 years in Facilities at the U of S. Craig is remembered for his empathy, his humour, and his dedication to our union movement. He inspired many of us to work to better the lives of working people.
Funeral services will be held on July 9, 2024 at 1:30 pm at Christ Church Anglican.
June 27, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of Dr. Mel Hosain, who passed away on May 23, 2024. Dr. Hosain was a Professor of Civil Engineering. Dr. Hosain, along with Dr. Chudobiak, founded the C.J. Mackenzie Gala in 1976, which remains the College of Engineering’s premier annual event to this day.
A Celebration of Life for Dr. Hosain is being held on June 27.
Mel Hosain’s Obituary
June 23, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism.
June 13, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of Professor Henry Caplan, PhD, who passed away on July 12, 2023. He was a Professor of Physics and Engineering Physics and a Director of the Linear Accelerator, later becoming the head of the Physics and Engineering Physics Department.
A tribute to Professor Caplan is being presented at the June 13th University Council meeting.
May 22, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of Katherine Mowers, who passed away on December 19, 2023. Katherine was a student pursuing a Master of Science with the Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology in the College of Medicine.
May 16, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of distinguished Professor Emeritus, Dr. Len Findlay, who was a member of the Department of English at the University of Saskatchewan for 45 years.
Professor Findlay passed away on May 25, 2023. A tribute is also being presented at the May 16th University Council meeting in honour of Professor Len Findlay.
Leonard (Len) Murray Findlay's Obituary
May 8, 2024
The flag is lowered today in honour of Karim Khalid Qidan, who passed away earlier this year. Karim was a student in his third year of pursuing a Bachelor of Science four-year program with the Department of Computer Science, in the College of Arts and Science.
May 3, 2024
The flag is lowered today in honour of Jim Hopson who passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Most recently, Jim served on the Huskie Athletics Board of Trustees.
In January of 2005, he became the first full-time President and CEO of the Saskatchewan Roughriders, and held the positions from 2005-2015.
The family will hold a Celebration of Life on Friday, May 3, 2024, at 3:00 PM at the Conexus Arts Centre in Regina. All attending were welcomed to wear their Rider gear.
April 28, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Remembrance for Workers Killed or Injured on the Job.
April 18, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of Coach Emeritus and faculty member Mark Tennant, College of Kinesiology. A tribute is also being presented at the April 18th University Council meeting in honour of Coach Emeritus Tennant.
Coach Emeritus Mark Tennant's Obituary
April 9, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Remembrance of Vimy Ridge.
March 22, 2024
The flag is lowered today in honour of Dr. Barry Blakley, DVM, PhD, Professor of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences in the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM). Dr. Blakley was a part of the college for more than 50 years – as a veterinary student, a graduate student, a teacher, a department head, a researcher, a diagnostician, a mentor and a true storyteller. His funeral will take place today.
March 21, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of Professor Emeritus, V. Bruce Irvine, Edwards School of Business. A tribute is also being presented at the March 21st University Council meeting in honour of Professor Emeritus Irvine.
Professor Emeritus Bruce Irvine's obituary
February 15, 2024
The flag is lowered today in honour of Librarian Emeritus Ian Nelson. He passed away on February 1, 2024. Ian's years of academic service as a Librarian and member of faculty were: 1969-1998.
Librarian Emeritus Ian Nelson's obituary
January 25, 2024
The flag is lowered in honour of Professor Emeritus Dennis Dibski, retired faculty member from the Department of Educational Administration, College of Education. A tribute is being presented on this day at University Council in honour of his years of academic service (1967 – 1993).
Professor Emeritus Dennis Dibski’s obituary
December 14, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of Professor Emeritus, Michael Collins from the College of Education. A tribute is also being presented at the December 14th University Council meeting in honour of Professor Emeritus Collins.
Tribute to Professor Emeritus Dr. Michael Collins
December 6, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
November 20, 2023
The flag is lowered today in honour of Cheryl (Sherri) Swidrovich, who passed away on November 20, 2022. She taught Indigenous Studies, among other roles she held in her over twenty years at the University of Saskatchewan. The family also thanks the university for this dedication - see attachment.
Cheryl "Sherri" Swidrovich Obituary
November 16, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of Professor Emeritus, Donald Bailey, College of Kinesiology. A tribute is also being presented at the November 16th University Council meeting in honour of Professor Emeritus Bailey.
Professor Emeritus Donald (Don) Bailey's Obituary
November 11, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of Remembrance Day.
November 8, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of Indigenous Veterans Day.
October 19, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of Professor Emeritus, Lee Barbour, Department of Civil, Geological, and Environmental Engineering, in the College of Engineering. A tribute is also being presented at the October 19th University Council meeting in honour of Professor Emeritus Barbour.
October 7, 2023
The flag is lowered in memory of Ferent Sofineti, who worked as a Caretaker in Custodial Operations. He passed away on September 22, 2023 and his funeral will take place today.
September 30, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - remembering and honouring residential school survivors and their families.
September 29, 2023
The flag is lowered in memory of Eshan Correa, who passed away on January 15, 2022. Eshan was a Support Specialist with IT Support Services and today would have been his 30 th birthday.
September 24, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of the Police and Peace Officer’s National Memorial Day (last Sunday in September).
August 17, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of Professor Emeritus Hargopal (Harry) Dhand, and his thirty-five years in the Department of Curriculum Studies in the College of Education. A celebration of Professor Dhand's life is being held on this day.
Professor Emeritus Hargopal (Harry) Dhand‘s Obituary
August 8, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of Japjee Minhas, who was a graduate student in the Edwards School of Business.
April 28, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Remembrance for Workers Killed or Injured on the Job.
April 20, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of Professor Emeritus, Ronald Sutherland, Department of Chemistry, College of Arts and Science. A tribute is also being presented at the April 20th Council meeting in honour of Professor Emeritus Sutherland.
Professor Emeritus Ronald Sutherland's Obituary
April 9, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Remembrance of Vimy Ridge
March 16, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of Dr. Richard ‘Dick’ Bell, former Professor in the College of Kinesiology with the University of Saskatchewan. A tribute is also being presented at the March 16 th Council meeting in honour of Professor Bell.
January 26, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of Dr. Jamie I.D. Campbell, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Psychology and Health Sciences within the College of Arts and Science with the University of Saskatchewan. A tribute is also being presented at the January 26 th Council meeting in honour of Professor Emeritus Campbell.
January 24, 2023
The flag is lowered in honour of Fr. Solomon who was a PhD student in the Department of Educational Administration within the College of Education with the University of Saskatchewan. Solomon was a promising scholar of educational administration and a friend to many in the department.
December 15, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of Dr. Garry Wacker, Professor Emeritus in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department within the College of Engineering with the University of Saskatchewan. A tribute is also being presented at the December 15 th Council meeting in honour of Professor Emeritus Wacker.
December 8, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of Elder Daniel Musqua who taught in the College of Education and recieved an honorary degree from USask in 1995.
December 6, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
November 17, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of Dr. Kunio Takaya, Professor Emeritus in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department within the College of Engineering with the University of Saskatchewan. A tribute is also being presented at the November 17 th Council meeting in honour of Professor Emeritus Takaya.
November 11, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of Remembrance Day.
October 20, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of Dr. Ha Hoang Nguyen, Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department within the College of Engineering with the University of Saskatchewan. A tribute is also being presented at the October 20th Council meeting in honour of Professor Nguyen.
October 13, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of Dr. Les Samuelson, who was a retired professor in Sociology, College of Arts & Science.
September 30, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - remembering and honouring residential school survivors and their families.
September 25, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of the Police and Peace Officer’s National Memorial Day (last Sunday in September).
September 20, 2022
In line with the Province, the flags were at half-mast for four days out of the ten expected for the tragedy at James Smith Cree Nation and Weldon. To continue to recognize those lost, flags will go back down to half-mast on Tuesday, September 20th, through Saturday, September 24th, then again on Monday, September 26th. This ensures a distinct day of half-masting recognizing each of those who perished.
September 19, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of the Queen Elizabeth II's funeral service on Monday, September 19, 2022.
September 11, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of the Firefighter's National Memorial Day .
September 8, 2022
The official flag on campus is already at half-mast in remembrance of the victims of the recent attacks at James Smith Cree Nation and Weldon.
In line with the Province, it will remain at half-mast until His Majesty's Accession is proclaimed, where it will be raised and then lowered again until the day of Her Late Majesty's funeral service.
September 4, 2022
The flag is lowered in recognition of the terrible tragedies that have affected James Smith Cree Nation, Weldon, and many more people throughout the province. The flag will be flown at half-mast as of today (Sept. 4th) and will continue to do so for ten days in honour of the lives that been lost.
September 4, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of Devon Ireland, who was a student in the College of Medicine - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
August 17, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of Tracy Sieffert, Clerical Assistant in the Parking and Transportation Services Department with the University of Saskatchewan.
August 13, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of Lennard Fox, Student Accounts Specialist in Student Finance and Awards, University Registrar’s Office, with the University of Saskatchewan.
July 30, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of Dr. Cecil King, nationally-renowned Indigenous educator and founder of the Indian Teacher Education Program at the University of Saskatchewan. Dr. King will be laid to rest on Saturday, July 30 in his home community of Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory on Odawa M’nis (Manitoulin Island, Ontario).
June 23, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism.
May 15, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of Raelene Austen, Clerical Support within the Undergraduate Medical Education Program, College of Medicine with the University of Saskatchewan.
April 28, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Mourning for Workers Killed or Injured on the Job.
April 10, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of Dr. Madan M. Gupta, distinguished Professor of Engineering within the College of Engineering with the University of Saskatchewan. A tribute is also being presented at the April 21st Council meeting in honour of Professor Emeritus Gupta.
April 9, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.
February 24, 2022
The flag at the University of Saskatchewan is lowered in honour of the recently discovered 54 unmarked graves of Indigenous children found by Keeseekoose First Nation in Treaty 4 territory, in Saskatchewan. The University of Saskatchewan is holding an online virtual gathering on February 24th at 2:30pm-3:30pm to support our community.
February 16, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of Douglas Friesen, Boiler Operator in the Heating Plant within the Facilities Department with the University of Saskatchewan.
January 31, 2022
The flag is lowered in honour of Professor Nancy Poon who was a Sessional Lecturer in the Department of Sociology in Arts and Science within the University of Saskatchewan.
January 27, 2022
The flag at the University of Saskatchewan has been lowered in honour of the graves recently discovered at Williams Lake in British Columbia. The USask Mistatimōk Committee is holding an online virtual gathering on January 27 th at 3:30pm-5:00pm to support our community.
January 27, 2022
The flag was lowered in honour of Professor Emeritus Robert Besant, Department of Mechanical Engineering within the College of Engineering with the University of Saskatchewan. A tribute is also being presented at the January 27 th Council meeting in honour of Professor Emeritus Besant.
December 16, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of Professor Emerita Isabelle Mills from the Department of Music with the University of Saskatchewan. A tribute is also being presented at the December 16th Council meeting in honour of Professor Emerita Mills.
December 6, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
November 18, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of Professor Emeritus Cliff (C.D.) Smith from the Department of Civil, Geological, and Environmental Engineering with the University of Saskatchewan. A tribute is also being presented at the November 18th Council meeting in honour of Professor Emeritus Smith.
November 11, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of Remembrance Day.
October 16, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of Roger Nostbakken, retired Professor who was the Head of the Religious Studies department at the University of Saskatchewan.
October 15, 2021
The flag is lowered in memory of Josie Munroe, who was a first year student in the College of Education.
October 2, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of Kelly Clement, Committee & Programs Administrator within the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies with the University of Saskatchewan.
October 2, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of Barbara Yanko, Receptionist within the University of Saskatchewan Students' Union (USSU) with the University of Saskatchewan.
September 30, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - remembering and honouring residential school survivors and their families.
September 26, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of the Police and Peace Officer’s National Memorial Day.
September 5, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of Roger Herman, Director of Research and Partnerships - Social Sciences with the Arts and Science, Office of the Vice-Deans with the University of Saskatchewan.
July 23, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of Susan Robertson, Professional Research Associate and Sessional Lecturer with the Sociology department in the College of Arts & Science with the University of Saskatchewan.
June 24, 2021
The flag at the University of Saskatchewan has been lowered in honour of the 751 unmarked graves recently discovered at the former Marieval Indian Residential School in Saskatchewan. A statement on this tragic discovery can be found here.
June 23, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism.
June 21, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of Mary-Jean Bodnarchuk, Accountant within the College of Agriculture and Bioresources – Dean’s Office with the University of Saskatchewan.
June 17, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of Professor Emeritus Donald Kerr from the Department of English with the University of Saskatchewan. A tribute is also being presented at the June 17th Council meeting in honour of Professor Emeritus Kerr.
May 31, 2021
The flag at the University of Saskatchewan has been lowered in honour of the bodies of the 215 children recently confirmed at the former Kamloops residential school. The flag will remain at half-mast for one hour for each victim. A statement on this tragic discovery can be found here.
May 20, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of Professor Emeritus Colin Sargent from the department of Mechanical Engineering with the University of Saskatchewan. A tribute is also being presented at the May 20th Council meeting in honour of Professor Emeritus Sargent.
May 20, 2021
The flag was lowered in honour of Peter Hynes, Professor of English in the College of Arts and Science with the University of Saskatchewan on March 21, 2021. A tribute is also being presented at the May 20th Council meeting in honour of Professor Hynes.
April 28, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Mourning for Workers Killed or Injured on the Job.
April 21, 2021
The flag is lowered in memory of Thizbe Balzer, who was a first year student in the Western College of Veterinary Medicine.
April 16, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of Gail Jobb, District 10 representative for two years on the University of Saskatchewan Senate.
April 9, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.
March 21, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of Peter Hynes, Professor of English in the College of Arts and Science who retired in 2018 after more than 30 years on Faculty with the University of Saskatchewan.
March 18, 2021
The flag is lowered in honour of Distinguished Professor Emeritus Che Kan Leong, from the Department of Educational Psychology & Special Education in the College of Education with the University of Saskatchewan. A tribute is also being presented at the March 18th Council meeting in honour of Professor Emeritus Leong.
March 11, 2021
The flag is lowered on Thursday, March 11 which has been designated as a National Day of Observance, as announced by the Government of Canada, “to commemorate the people who lost their lives and the significant impacts we have all felt because of COVID-19. On this day, all Canadians are invited to join together in honouring the memory of those we have lost, and the people they left behind. We will also recognize everyone who has been impacted by COVID-19, and pay tribute to all those who continue to work hard and make incredible sacrifices in our fight against the virus. Together, we will beat COVID-19.”
Statement by the Prime Minister announcing a National Day of Observance for COVID-19
January 28, 2021
The flag was lowered in honour of Professor Joseph Garcea, Faculty Member in Political Studies in the College of Arts and Science with the University of Saskatchewan on November 17, 2020. A tribute is also being presented at the January 28th Council meeting in honour of Professor Garcea.
November 28, 2020
The flag is lowered in honour of Paul Wiens, former staff member who was the Chief Librarian at the University Library from 1986-1991 with the University of Saskatchewan.
November 27, 2020
The flag is lowered in honour of Chris Molnar, Electronic Protection Technician with the Department of ICT Security, Risk & Compliance with the University of Saskatchewan.
November 26, 2020
The flag is lowered in honour of Dr. Fred Sasakamoose, LL.D. who was recently awarded an Honorary Doctor of Laws by the University of Saskatchewan on November 10, 2020 with the University of Saskatchewan.
October 15, 2020
The flag is lowered along with a tribute being presented at the October 15th Council meeting in honour of Professor Emeritus, David Male, College of Mechanical Engineering with the University of Saskatchewan.
September 29, 2020
The flag is lowered in honour of Sahar Saeidi, a student in the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies with the Edwards School of Business.
April 22-27 , 2020
The flag will be flown at half-mast in honour of those who lost their lives in the tragic events affecting Nova Scotia over the weekend. The University of Saskatchewan offers heartfelt condolences to those who have lost friends and family in this tragedy.
April 16, 2020
There is a tribute being presented at the April 16th Council meeting in honour of Otto (Don) Rogers, Department of Art and Art History with the University of Saskatchewan (the flag will be lowered at a future date).
February 25, 2020
The flag is lowered in honour of Errol Block, Technician with ICT Strategic Services who worked with the University of Saskatchewan since 2008.
February 16, 2020
The flag is lowered in honour of John Mills Clarke, Professional Research Associate in the Department of Plant Sciences with the University of Saskatchewan.
February 15, 2020
The flag is lowered in honour of Michael Evan Stoneham, Professor of Mechanical Engineering who retired in 1997 after 29 years on Faculty with the University of Saskatchewan.
January 31, 2020
The flag is lowered in honour of Audrey Agarand, a CUPE 1975 employee with the University of Saskatchewan.
January 30, 2020
The flag is lowered in honour of Adnan Alsaman, a third-year Chemical Engineering student in the College of Engineering.
January 24, 2020
The flag is lowered in honour of Errol Friesen, a student in the Edwards School of Business.
January 9-13, 2020
The flag will be flown at half-mast in honour of those aboard the Ukraine International Airlines flight that crashed near Tehran this week. The University of Saskatchewan offers heartfelt condolences to those who have lost friends and family in this tragedy.
December 19, 2019
The flag is lowered in honour of Professor Dr. Dennis O'Shaughnessy, Department of Mathematics
Professor Dr. Dennis O'Shaughnessy Obituary
The flag is lowered in honour of Professor Emeritus Dr. Ronald Fleming, Department of Electrical Engineering
Professor Emeritus Dr. Ronald Fleming Obituary
November 21, 2019
The flag is lowered in honour of Graham Simpson, Department of Plant Sciences
Professor Graham Simpson's Obituary
The flag is lowered in honour of Alan Reese, St. Thomas More College
November 9, 2019
The flag is lowered in honour of Pat Lawson, former faculty member, coach and student-athlete at the University of Saskatchewan.
Ms. Lawson's Obituary
USask mourns the passing of Pat Lawson
October 17, 2019
The flag is lowered in honour of Arun Tumber, student in the College of Arts and Science.
The flag is lowered in honour of Willi Braun, Department of Geological Studies
The flag is lowered in honour of Man-Kam Leung, Department of History
September 29, 2019
The flag is lowered in honour of Police and Peace Officer's National Memorial Day.
September 25, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Dr. Maged Etman, College of Dentistry.
September 20, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Brandon Allan Parfitt, a fourth year undergraduate student in the College of Arts and Science in the Bachelor of Fine Arts program.
September 19, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Earle Ripley, Agriculture and Bioresources.
The flag is lowered in memory of Leslie Coleman, Geology.
September 13, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Lori Hassard, faculty member in the Western College of Veterinary Medicine.
September 7 & 8, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of husband and wife Yaoqin Wang, WCVM, and Enwu Liu, Department of Microbiology.
August 23, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Hillary Ryanne Lee Turner, a student in the College of Arts and Science.
July 2, 2019
The flag is lowered in honour of Saskatchewan's Lieutenant Governor Thomas Molloy, former USask Chancellor and distinguished alumnus.
June 23, 2019
The flag is lowered in honour of the National Day of Rememberance for Victims of Terrorism.
June 21, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Helen Schellenberg from Facilities Management.
June 20, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Dr. Marvin Brown from the Department of Psychology.
May 23, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of John Dewar, Professor Emeritus, College of Kinesiology.
The flag is lowered in memory of Gordon Gray, Department of Plant Sciences.
May 18, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Clayton Graf. A Student at the University of Saskatchewan.
April 18, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Dr. Stephen Wormith (PhD), a professor in the Department of Psychology and director of the Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science and Justice Studies.
The flag is also lowered in memory of Dr. Bikkar Singh Lalli (PhD), Department head, Mathematics and Statistics.
April 9, 2019
The flag is lowered on April 9, 2018, for the National Day of Remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.
April 6, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of the Humboldt Broncos affected by the bus crash that took place in April 2018.
April 5, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Demitris Spencer Cyril John McKay, a first year student in the College of Arts and Science
April 4, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Adam Moustarzak, a second year student in the College of Law.
April 2, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Abdullah Al-Masum, a graduate sutdent in the College of Engineering.
February 21, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Demitris Spencer Cyril John McKay, a first year student in the College of Arts and Science
February 14, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Toliver Henderson, College of Arts and Science
January 17, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Harvey Skarsgard, Department of Physics
January 5, 2019
The flag is lowered in memory of Barry Popowich, St. Thomas More College
December 20, 2018
The flag is lowered in memory of Robin Morrall, Department of Biology.
December 1, 2018
The flag is lowered in memory of Scott Beck, Facilities Management Division.
November 28, 2018
The flag is lowered in memory of Noel Lowry, College of Medicine.
November 22, 2018
The flag is lowered in memory of Gale Parchoma, College of Education.
The flag is lowered in memory of Dr. Patrick Coggins, Sessional Lecturer.
November 19, 2018
The flag is lowered in memory of Nathan Thomas White, Student in the College of Education.
October 25, 2018
The flag is lowered in memory of Dr. Robert McNeill, Department of Pharmacology, College of Medicine
The flag is lowered in memory of Peter Nikiforuk, Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering
October 22, 2018
The flag is lowered in memory of Pat Parnell, Librarian Emerita.
September 20, 2018
The flag is lowered in memory of Jim Greer, Professor in Computer Science in the College of Arts and Science.
July 31, 2018
The flag is lowered in memory of John B. Mantle, Professor Emeritus in Engineering and the first Dean of Engineering, Regina Campus in 1967.
June 23, 2018
The flag is lowered June 23 in recognition of the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism.
June 21, 2018
The flag is lowered June 21 in memory of Dr. Ahmed El-Serafi, Professor Emeritus, College of Engineering.
May 18, 2018
The flag is lowered May 18 in memory of Dr. Khachatourians, Professor, College of Agriculture and Bioresources
May 17, 2018
The flag is lowered May 17 in memory of Dr. Charles (Red) Williams, Professor Emeritus of the College of Agriculture and Bioresources
May 4, 2018
The flag is lowered May 4 in memory of Dr. Douglas A. Schmeiser, Dean Emeritus of the College of Law.
May 1, 2018
The flag is lowered May 1 in memory of Kehinde (Kenny) Obamuyide, student in Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
April 30, 2018
The flag is lowered April 30 in memory of Dr. Len Miller, Professor Emeritus, Philosophy
April 29, 2018
The flag is lowered April 29 in memory of Dr. Ray McDermott, Dean Emeritus of the College of Dentistry
April 28, 2018
The flag is lowered on April 28 to commemorate the National Day of Mourning for Workers Killed or Injured on the Job
April 9, 2018
The flag is lowered on April 9, 2018, for the National Day of Remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.
As well, in remembrance of the tragedy surrounding the Humboldt Broncos hockey organization, the flag will be lowered today, April 9 through Monday, April 24 - one day to commemorate each individual lost that day.
The flag will be lowered on Saturday, March 17, 2018 in memory of Grace Kuhn, an employee in Culinary Services, Ag Bio Cafeteria.
March 15, 2018
The flag will be lowered on March 15, 2018 in memory of Dr. Klaas Post, Professor Emeritus in Veterinary Medicine.
March 12, 2018
The flag will be lowered on Monday, March 12, 2018 in memory of Maria Lynn Freeland, a student in the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies in the Masters of Law program.
January 17, 2018
The flag is lowered in memory of Mr. Neil Richards, retired staff member, University of Saskatchewan Archives & Special Collections.
December 21, 2017
The flag is lowered in memory of Dr. Akira Hirose, former Department Head and Director of the Plasma Physics lab and Professor Emeritus in the Department of Physics and Engineering Physics.
College of Arts and Science tribute
Dr. Hirose's obituary
December 6, 2017
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violation Against Women
For more information: http://www.swc-cfc.gc.ca/commemoration/vaw-vff/remembrance-commemoration-en.html
November 16, 2017
The flag is lowered in memory of Dr. Harry Emson, retired Head of the Department of Pathology in the College of Medicine of the University of Saskatchewan and Head of Pathology at the University Hospital, from 1975 to 1990.
October 19, 2017
The flag is lowered in memory of Dr. Gerald Rank, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Biology.
October 13, 2017
The flag is lowered in memory of Douglas Jacobson. Mr. Jacobson was a retired staff member from the College of Kinesiology.
September 28, 2017
The flag is lowered in memory of Marla Cole.
September 25, 2017
The flag is lowered for Police and Peace Officer's National Memorial Day.
September 22, 2017
The flag is lowered in memory of Audrey Lovegrove, retired employee from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine.
September 21, 2017
The flag is lowered in memory of Professor Emeritus Claud Thompson. News article-College of Arts and Science
September 8, 2017
The flag is lowered in memory of Dr. Dick Schoney, professor emeritus from the College of Agriculture and Bioresources, Department of Bioresource Policy, Business and Economics.
September 6, 2017
The flag is lowered in memory of Dr. Elizabeth Skuba, graduate of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine and employee at WCVM, Deptartment of Veterinary Pathology.
September 1, 2017
The flag is lowered in memory of Justin Warwaruk, a newly admitted student in the College of Engineering.
July 10, 2017
The flag is lowered in memory of Scott Gould-Stewart Craig, a student in the Diploma Program in Agronomy in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources.
June 23, 2017
June 23 is National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism in Canada. This day commemorates the anniversary of the bombing of Air India Flight 182 off the coast of Ireland. All flags across Canada are flown at half-mast to honor the victims.
June 22, 2017
The flag is lowered to honor Dr. Adil Nazarali, Professor, Laboratory of Molecular Cell Biology, College of Pharmacy and Nutrition.
Dr. Nazarali's tribute
Dr. Nazarali's obituary
June 14, 2017
The flag is lowered to honor Matthew Munson, a student in the College of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Research in the M.Sc. program in Biology.
May 10, 2017
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Nina Schidlowsky, student in the College of Arts and Science.
May 9, 2017
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Kaitlyn Craig, student in the College of Arts and Science.
April 28, 2017
The flag is lowered today to commemorate the National Day of Mourning to honor workers who have been killed, injured or suffered illness due to workplace related hazards and incidents.
April 27, 2017
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Maxine Reimer. Ms. Reimer was employed as an International Admissions Officer in the Admissions and Transfer Credits office.
April 9, 2017
The flag will be lowered on April 9, 2017, for the National Day of Remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.
April 6, 2017
The flag will be lowered on April 6, 2017, to honor the memory of Neil McCabe. Mr. McCabe was employed at the University of Saskatchewan as a caretaker in FMD.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 6, 2017 at Windsor Chapel (704 Windsor St).
February 15, 2017
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Brian Anspach. Mr. Anspach was employed at the University of Saskatchewan as a programmer analyst with Information and Communications Technology.
A funeral service will be held at St. Joseph's Parish, 535 8th Street East, Saskatoon, February 15 at 11:00 a.m.
January 31, 2017
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of those who lost their lives at the Centre Culturel Islamique de Quebec.
January 14, 2017
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Anne McDonald. Dr. McDonald began her career at the U of S in 1984, working as an instructional staff member in Continuing Education and as a sessional lecturer in the Department of English, retiring in 2008.
A service in memory of Anne's life will be held on January 14, 2017, 1:00 p.m., at the chapel of St. Andrew's College, University of Saskatchewan, 1121 College Drive, with a reception to follow at the University Club.
January 12, 2017
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Amanda Savage. Ms. Savage was a Clerical Assistant in the Department of Medicine, College of Medicine.
December 23, 2016
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Carrie Neufeld. Ms. Neufeld was an employee at the University Bookstore. At her request, no formal funeral service will be held.
December 6, 2016
December 6 is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence
against Women in Canada. Established in 1991 by the Parliament of
Canada, this day marks the anniversary of the murders in 1989 of 14
young women at l'École Polytechnique de Montréal.
October 12, 2016
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Dr. Kunio Komiyama, Professor Emeritus, College of Dentistry.
It is with our deepest sorrow that we inform you of the passing of Dr. Kunio Komiyama which occurred at Royal University Hospital on Monday, September 26. Kunio received his DDS from Osaka Dental College in 1966 and went on to complete his PHD in Oral Microbiology and Immunology 1970. On April 1, 1974 he joined the University of Saskatchewan, College of Dentistry where he remained a presence for over 40 years. He was granted Professor Emeritus status at the U of S upon his retirement in 2006, but continued teach courses until recently.
At the College, Kunio taught Oral Microbiology, as well as Immunology and Physiology and Infection Control to dental students, and for a brief period of time also did some teaching in Endodontics. Kunio was noted for his contribution to developing a “solar-powered” toothbrush. He coordinated a course for 4th year in which he had numerous faculty from the College of Medicine give interesting and informative lectures to enhance multidisciplinary teaching. Kunio was always interested in his students and loved hearing of and talking about their professional and personal accomplishments. Students appreciated his kindness and interest in their lives and pending careers. He enjoyed playing softball with the Dentistry summer softball team, and socializing with the students, faculty and friends. He loved baseball, and was one of the Blue Jays’ first and most dedicated fans. He was a dog lover, arriving in Saskatoon in 1974 with two large German Shepherds (“Winnie” and “Mannie” - named after “Winnipeg” and “Manitoba”). Later in life, he “downsized” to smaller dogs, and more recently a cat.
Kunio remained a constant ambassador and advocate for the College and the University till the day he passed, one of the most recognizable faces associated with the College of Dentistry. A kind, gentle and considerate human being, generous to a fault, his positive attitude and ever present full face and eyes grin will remain indelible for all who knew him. Simultaneously complicated and simple, confusing and clear, flawed and perfect, Kunio dedicated his life to the people and the program he loved. In addition to his grin, his laughter will echo throughout the halls of the Health Sciences and Dental Clinic buildings for years to come.
At Kunio’s request no formal funeral service will be held; however in honor of the many contributions he has made to the College, University, and to many of our lives, a memorial service “come and go tea” has been arranged. Details are as follows:
Date: Wednesday, October 12 th
Time: 3:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Fireplace Room, University Club
October 4, 2016
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Mr. Darrell Broughton, Systems Analyst, Information and Communications Technology.
September 25, 2016
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Dr. Iain Christison, former faculty member in the Department of Animal and Poultry Science, Assistant Dean Academic and Professor Emeritus in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources. A celebration of life if scheduled on Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 1:30 pm at the University Club.
September 12, 2016
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Mr. Wayne Boire. Mr. Boire was a staff member employed with Consumer Services since 2007.
August 19, 2016
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Ms. Janet Howells. Ms. Howells was a staff member at the university for 25 years and retired from Student and Enrolment Services in 2014.
June 29, 2106
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Dr. Neil Cowie, Assistant Professor, Department of Anaesthesia, College of Medicine.
June 23. 2016
June 23 is National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism in Canada. This day commemorates the anniversary of the bombing of Air India Flight 182 off the coast of Ireland.
June 22, 2016
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Dudley Goddard, retired staff member. Mr. Goddard began work at the U of S in 1943 and worked on campus for 43 years until his retirement in 1986.
June 13, 2016
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Gordie Howe, honorary degree recipient. Mr. Howe received an Honorary Doctor of Laws on June 3, 2010.
June 3, 2016
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Dr. Vivian Hajnal, a faculty member in the Department of Educational Administration in the Coillege of Education until July 2014.
June 2, 2016
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Alexander Sokalski, retired Professor Emeritus from the Department of Language and Linguistics in the College of Arts and Science.
May 20, 2016
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Dr. Ronald Doucette, faculty member in the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, College of Medicine. More information on Dr. Doucette can be found on the U of S website and in his obituary.
May 20, 2016
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Prof. Richard Long, professor of Human Resources and Organizational Behavior, Edwards School of Business. More information on Prof. Long can be found on the U of S website and in his obituary.
April 28, 2016
The flag is at half-mast today to commemorate the National Day of Mourning to honor workers who have been killed, injured or suffered illness due to workplace related hazards and incidents.
April 22, 2016
Matthew was to receive the degree of Juris Doctor from the College of Law (with Distinction) at Spring Convocation. The College is arranging for the award of a posthumous degree.
April 6, 2016
The flag is lowered to honor the memory of Mr. Silvestro Delle Curti, a stone mason on campus for 30 years.
March 20, 2016
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Yvonne Brown, Professor Emeritus, College of Nursing. Yvonne was Dean of the College of Nursing from 1989-2000. More information on Yvonne can be found on the U of S website and in her obituary.
February 27, 2016
Judy Buzowetsky was a graduate of the University of Saskatchewan with a B.S.H.Ec. and B.Ed, and a teaching career for 34 years, of which 31 were taught in Weyburn. She had been involved with a variety of clubs and organizations at the local, provincial, national and international level which included: Canadian Federation of University Women, Royal Purple, Quota International, Red Cross, UNICEF, Status of Women, Saskatchewan Home Economics Teachers Association, Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan, Weyburn and District Multicultural Council, Saskculture, Canadian College of Teachers, and the Saskatchewan Teachers Federation.
Ms. Buzowetsky served two terms as a member of the Board of Governors of the University of Saskatchewan and as an elected district member of the University of Saskatchewan Senate for two terms a number of years ago. She was most currently a member of the provincial executive of the Superannuated Teachers of Saskatchewan, and had served three terms as president of the Weyburn Chapter of the Superannuated Teachers.
Judy was the recipient of several awards including the Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal, Saskatchewan Centennial Medal, Queen's Jubilee Medal, Distinguished Service Medal Canadian Red Cross, Honorary Life Membership Saskatchewan Home Economics Teachers Association, Fellow of the Canadian College of Teachers and recipient of the Croskery Award from CCT.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, February 27th at 2 p.m., Third Avenue United Church (1301 - 102nd Street) in North Battleford.
January 25, 2016
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of those lost in the tragic shootings that occurred in the town of La Loche, Saskatchewan on Friday, January 22, 2016. There will be a prayer circle at the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre for all members of the campus community on January 25th at noon.
January 24, 2016
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Dr. Erwin Hoehn, retired professor of Mathematics.
January 14, 2016
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Anthony (Tony) Whitworth. Dr. Whitworth assumed his position at the university in 1994 and retired in 2005 upon serving two terms as Vice-President (Finance and Resources).
January 9, 2016
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Jordan and Chanda Van de Vorst. Mr. Van de Vorst graduated in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Immunology and Mrs. Van de Vorst graduated in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology.
November 25, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Virginia Olson.
Ms. Olson was a first year student in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture degree with a major in Agricultural Biology.
November 2, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Ram Manohar.
Dr. Manohar was a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics in the College of Arts and Science.
October 30, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Harold Wyatt.
Dr. Wyatt was chair of the Board of Governors from 1996-1999 and received an honorary Doctor of Laws from the University of Saskatchewan in 2007.
October 6, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Josephine "Josie" Nobel.
Josie began working at the University of Saskatchewan in 1981 and retired in 2014.
September 25, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Iain MacLean.
Mr. MacLean began working at the university in 1970 in the College of Arts and Science until 1984 when he was appointed university secretary - a position he held until his retirement in 2000.
September 11, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Richard Laskin, former faculty member in the Department of Sociology.
Dr. Laskin passed on Hornby Island B.C. on August 4th, 2015.
Dr. Laskin taught at the University of Saskatchewan from 1970 until 1982, at which point he and his family moved to Hornby Island in B.C. He then taught at North Island College on Vancouver Island, and established the highly popular Pizza Galore business on Hornby Island.
Dr. Laskin was born in the Bronx in New York, U.S.A., and obtained his Ph.D from the University of Chicago.
As recently as last year, Richard was receiving periodic communications from his former University of Saskatchewan students praising the insights that his teaching had given them some 35 or more years ago. He was a much loved member of the Hornby Island community.
July 8, 2015The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Nigel Weir. Nigel was a student in the College of Kinesiology.
July 6, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Todd Hinds. Todd was a wrestling coach and instructor and started at the university in 2000.
Wresting Canada article
StarPhoenix article
July 2, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Liping Zhu.
Liping started as a caretaker at the university in 1998. She then became a Technical Assistant in Veterinary Microbiology in 2003.
June 30, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Dumitru Mihai.
Dumitru was employed as a Programmer Analyst with ICT since 2006.
June 15, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Prof. Peter Purdue.
May 5, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Professor Emeritus Murray Marshall.
April 28, 2015
The flag is at half-mast today to commemorate the National Day of Mourning to honor workers who have been killed, injured or suffered illness due to workplace related hazards and incidents.
April 8, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Professor Emeritus David Kaplan.
Professor Emeritus David Kaplan joined the U of S Department of Music in 1960 where he taught theory, music education, and world music for some 40 years. He was head of the department for nearly 20 years.
Kaplan formed the University of Saskatchewan Concert band that involved students from all colleges, and he was instrumental in organizing summer music camps and developing the Saskatoon Junior Orchestra. He was also conductor of the University Wind Ensemble and the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra for many years.
A prolific composer, Kaplan’s compositions include works for winds, voice, chorus, concert band, orchestra, klezmer band, instrumental ensembles, and theatre.
Kaplan has amassed a collection of exotic and Indigenous instruments from around the world, a portion of which he recently donated to the University of Saskatchewan.
Over the years, Kaplan’s contributions have been recognized by being named a Member of the Order of Canada and CTV Saskatoon’s Citizen of the Year. He has also received the Saskatchewan Order of Merit, a Saskatchewan Centennial Medal and a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.
-from the Alumni news website
March 6, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Alfred Hazelwanter.
Mr. Hazelwanter worked at the university as a carpenter for 25 years before his retirement in 1997.
March 2, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Thomas Roberts.
Mr. Roberts was an employee in FMD, Building Services Zone 4 since July 2007.
February 27, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Lindy King.
Ms. King was an employee in the Undergraduate Students Office.
January 27, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Yasha Ponomarenko.
Mr. Ponomarenko was a student in the College of Graduate Studies and Research in the MSc program in Geology. He had previously graduate from the University of Saskatchewan in June 2014 with a four year BSc in Biology, with Great Distinction.
January 18, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Susan Dawson.
Dr. Dawson was an English professor at the university for 10 years up until January 2014.
January 18, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Johnson Sun.
Mr. Sun was pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Geology.
January 17, 2015
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Liana Kinar.
Ms. Kinar was an employee in the Western College of Veterinary Medicine and had been an employee since 1997.
December 17, 2014
The flag is at half-mast to honour the memory of Clifford Wright, former mayor of Saskatoon and recipient of an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Saskatchewan in 1988.
December 10, 2014
The flag is at half-mast to honor the memory of Fred Harder.
Mr. Harder was an employee with the Facilities Management Division.
November 6, 2014
The flag is at half-mast to honor the memory of Herb C. Pinder Sr.
Mr. Pinder served as Chair of the University of Saskatchewan's Board of Governors from 1961-1963.
October 30, 2014
The flag is at half-mast to honor the memory of William Rabbitskin.
Mr. Rabbitskin was a student in the College of Education in the Indian Teacher Education Program (ITEP). He passed away on October 25, 2014.
October 23, 2014
The flag will be flown at half-mast today to commemorate the tragic events that occurred in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, on October 20, 2014, and Ottawa, Ontario, on October 22, 2014.
October 14, 2014
The flag is at half-mast to honor the memory of Dr. James Brooke.
Dr. Brooke passed away on October 12, 2014. The following was written by Peter Stoicheff, Dean, College of Arts and Science :
James completed his B.Sc. and M.Sc. at the University of Toronto. He completed his Ph.D. with the Department of Mathematics at the University of Alberta in 1980, and became a Postdoctoral Fellow and then Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto. In 1984 he joined the University of Saskatchewan as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics. In 1986, James became an Associate Professor, earning tenure in 1988. In 1992 he was promoted to Full Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. He served as Acting Head of the Department from January-June 2002.
James was an active research scholar and his research took him around the world. Over the course of his academic career he was a Visiting Scholar in France, Australia, and England and a Visiting Scientist in the United States, England, Ontario, and the United Kingdom. Before becoming ill, he was planning a sabbatical, having received invitations from England, France, Italy, U.S.A. and Chile to be a visiting researcher/lecturer. Over the course of his career, James built a consistent record of research publications in well-respected international journals, supervised graduate students and served on numerous graduate student advisory committees.
James was known for his passion and dedication to academic service at the department, college, and university levels. He was elected to Council in 2013 and was an active member throughout 2013-14. He was Faculty Association Representative for the department in 2012-13, and he served on the Renewals and Tenure Appeal Panel that same year. James was on the Charitable Donations Committee for the Faculty Association for over a decade and served on several committees of Council, including the Academic Programs Committee and the University Reviews Appeal Panel. He was the department’s Undergraduate Chair in the late 1990s to early 2000s. In the 1980s James worked on several affirmative action committees in the college.
James was dedicated to educating students about and promoting the discipline of Mathematics. He was instrumental in the recent approval of the new Applied Mathematics Program in the College of Arts & Science. He served for several years as Chair of the Mathematical Physics Interdisciplinary Program in the College. He was highly regarded by many students for his decades of tireless supervisory and organizational work in the William Lowell Putnam Mathematical Competition, and the Mathematical Contest in Modelling. James spent countless hours as a student advisor for students of mathematical physics and applied mathematics.
Over the past few decades, Dr. Brooke worked in a variety of volunteer positions on the Saskatoon French School Society Board on matters of curriculum and finance.
James was a vibrant scholar and generous spirit who cared deeply about his university community. He will be sorely missed by his colleagues, students and staff, and by many beyond the university, whom he influenced and helped.
October 3, 2014
The flag is at half-mast to honor the memory of Alfredo Guerreno.
Alfredo was employed since 2003 in the Facilities Management Divison. He passed away on October 2, 2014 and his service will be held October 3, 2014.
September 15, 2014
The flag is at half-mast to honor the memory of Linda Steckler.
Ms. Steckler was an employee in the Office of the Vice-President Advancement and Community Engagement. Linda passed away on September 4, 2014.
September 12, 2014
The flag is at half-mast to honor the memory of Colleen Zielke.
Ms. Zielke was an employee at the Council for Health Science Deans office. Colleen passed away on September 5, 2014.
August 5, 2014
The flag is at half-mast today to honor the memory of Courtney Dahn McKnight.
Miss McKnight was a student in the College of Nursing. Courtney passed away on July 29, 2014.
July 5, 2014
The flag is lowered today to honor the memory of BobbyJo Bodnar.
Mr. Bodnar was pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Political Studies. He passed away May 28, 2014.
June 26, 2014
The flag is lowered today to honor the memory of Duff Spafford, retired professor of Political Studies.
June 14, 2014
The flag is lowered today to honor the memory of Dr. George Lee, retired faculty member from the College of Agriculture.
June 10, 2014
The flag is lowered today to honor the lives of the three fallen members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Moncton, New Brunswick.
May 16, 2014
The flag is lowered today to honor the memory of Mark Kroeker.
Mr. Kroeker was pursuing a Master of Arts degree in the Department of Geography and Planning.
April 28, 2014
The flag is lowered today to recognize the National Day of Mourning - a day for employers and employees to remember those who have died, as well those who are injured or ill on-the-job.
April 14, 2014
The flag is flown at half-mast today to honour the memory of Ms. Isabel Armstrong.
Ms. Armstrong was a student in the College of Education.
March 29, 2014The flag is flown at half-mast today to honour the memory of Dr. Chaturbhuj Sisadia.
Dr. Sisadia was a retired faculty member from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine.
Dr. Sisadia's obituary
March 7, 2014
The flag is flown at half-mast today to honor the memory of Michael Gareau.
Mr. Gareau was a first-year student in the College of Engineering.
Mr. Gareau's obituary
The flag is flown at half-mast today to honor the memory of Prof. Terry Tollefson.
Prof. Tollefson was a member of the Department of Soil Science.
February 17, 2014The flag is flown at half-mast today to honor the memory of Dr. David Popkin.
Dr. Popkin was a professor and dean emeritus from the College of Medicine.
February 1, 2014The flag is flown at half-mast today to honor the memory of Bryce Thompson.
Mr. Thompson was a student in the College of Arts and Science, taking classes at St. Peter's College in Muenster. He passed on January 27, 2014.
January 23, 2014The flag is flown at half-mast today to honor the memory of Dr. McDonald.
Dr. McDonald was a former Dean of the College of Medicine and Professor Emeritus in the College of Medicine in the departmnet of Psychiatry. He passed on November 25, 2013.
January 17, 2014The flag is flown at half-mast today to honor the memory of Cody Woitas, a third year JD student in the College of Law. He passed on January 8, 2014. Service details are as follows:
Celebration of Cody’s life St. Laurence Anglican Church 5940 Lakeview Drive SW, Calgary Alberta Saturday January 25, 2014 at 1:00 p.m.
Mr. Woitas' obituary
December 27, 2013
The flag is flown at half-mast today to honor the memory of Susan Fjeldstrom.
Susan was the Graduate Coordinator in the Department of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences.
December 12, 2013
The flag is flown at half-mast today to honor the memory of Ilungo (Johnny) Xavier.
Johnny was a dedicated employee at the University of Saskatchewan for many years, joining the Industry Liaison Office team in 2009 as the Technology Transfer Manager for Veterinary Medicine and Health Sciences. He was a warm and friendly presence in the office and his loss will be felt deeply by all his co-workers, clients, and friends in the Industry Liaison Office.
Ilungo (Johnny) Xavier's obituary
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, December 13, 2013 at 2:00p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish (Corner of 12th St. & Wiggins Ave.). Online condolences may be sent from www.hillcrestmemorial.ca