Why U of A

You have a place here in this classroom, in this forest, in this lab on this campus, or this one, or even this one, your life at the University of Alberta will be about finding your purpose, learning where you want to go and how you're going to get there.

But that part, it's no rush. Enjoy the in between moments, new connections, fresh perspectives and ideas that show up when you least expect them, all in a high caliber community that supports, sees and propels you before you know it, your days here will add up, your confidence will build, and you'll be working smarter, digging deeper and climbing higher.

We're going to challenge you because we believe in your greatness. It means you won't follow someone else's dream plan. Your journey will be your own brilliant, big hearted on the brink of something bigger frame the future, seek the truth, shape the world. Leading with purpose, starts with finding yourself at the U of A.