The U of A is a vibrant, energetic place with a passion for teaching and discovery. We have more national teaching award winners than any other university in Canada. Globally engaged, with international research partnerships and student exchanges throughout the world, we are known for challenging conventional thinking and for our groundbreaking research. It helps our graduates emerge from the classrooms to take their place as leaders and to serve society.
With annual external research funding exceeding $480 million and $1.2 billion in capital projects planned or underway, the U of A is well supported by the public, government, funding agencies, and industry.
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