U of Saskatchewan @usask Twitter profile | Pikagi

Pikagi

U of Saskatchewan

@usask

45,224

Followers

1,127

Following

5,756

Media

23,833

Statuses

#USask is a place where everything comes together to create the perfect environment for teaching, learning, research, innovation, and discovery.

Saskatoon, SK

https://t.co/8zDtV5cLIw

Joined March 2009

Don't wanna be here? Send us removal request.

Pinned Tweet

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

10 days

As the month of May begins, #USask commemorates the nationally recognized Asian Heritage Month, honouring the legacy, contributions, and stories of members of the diverse Asian communities on our campuses and beyond. #AHM2024 Click below to read more:

Tweet card media

Celebrating Asian Heritage Month at USask

As the month of May begins, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) commemorates the nationally recognized Asian Heritage Month, honouring the legacy, contributions, and stories of members of the...

2

7

8

Last Seen Profiles

@JUGGHarden

@ttbone7

@iskiss5

@SanCarlo_Group

@iridescent_boy

@JAVICHICAT

@pale_tear

@edelweissvale

@Choose_yr_union

@Web3foundation

@Linuminati

@NicoleBradick

@dosankodash

@HonestTryTV

@mosssidefirebox

@agadealzheimer

@ErnestCisneros1

@Glinner

@jellydorablee

@bud_eth

@BookAddictUK

@eCodicesNL

@TigerTailgate_

@kych_shimizuike

@HVadeer

@Nebula_Zorua

@liviaxcam

@ReddeCasas

@canfieldbasebal

@zxrwrld

@minajtrollz

@KainSv

@Satashi26

@rassyidhin

@kewhittington

@rodlaver

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

New vaccination measures for fall term: #USask will expect all students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated this fall with World Health Organization-approved COVID-19 vaccines before entering USask campuses.

Tweet card media

USask announces new COVID-19 vaccination measures for fall term

As a response to the COVID-19 fourth wave now underway across Canada, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) will expect all students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated this fall with World Health...

60

244

888

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

A major milestone: A #COVID19 vaccine candidate developed by the #USask @VIDOInterVac is moving towards human clinical trials after the novel vaccine has proven highly effective in ferrets, one of the commonly used animal models for COVID-19.

Tweet card media

Promising pre-clinical results for USask VIDO-InterVac COVID-19 vaccine

A COVID-19 vaccine candidate developed by the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization-International Vaccine Centre (VIDO-InterVac) has cleared another major...

10

218

591

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

A #USask research team and collaborating scientists from across the country have been awarded $1 million to develop animal models and test vaccine candidates for effectiveness and safety against the new #coronavirus . @VIDOInterVac

Tweet card media

VIDO-InterVac-led research team at USask awarded almost $1M to fight new coronavirus

A University of Saskatchewan (USask) research team and collaborating scientists from across the country have been awarded almost $1 million over two years to develop animal models and test vaccine...

15

188

361

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

7 years

Actor @KimFCoates receives his Honorary Doctor of Letters at #usaskconvo - says he is proud to come from Sask.

Tweet media one

Tweet media two

Tweet media three

Tweet media four

19

76

347

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

Protect the Pack: To be able to safely offer more in-person instruction and campus activities, #USask will require anyone on our campuses or in our workplaces to be fully vaccinated, beginning at the start of the Winter Term.

27

48

258

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

ANNOUNCEMENT: The PM has announced $12 million for new vaccine manufacturing at the #USask @VIDO -InterVac, part of $23.3 million for the lab to fight #COVID19 and other infectious disease threats #coronavirus

Tweet card media

PM announces $12M for new vaccine manufacturing at USask’s VIDO-InterVac, part of $23.3M for the...

As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to rapidly evolve, the federal government is announcing $23.3 million in total support for the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Vaccine and Infectious Disease...

4

107

251

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

1 year

As seen on Saturday Night Live: As if being a top U15 research university in Canada wasn’t enough, now #USask is SNL famous. ⭐️🐾 #HuskiePride | #LeadThePack @huskieathletics

Tweet media one

Tweet media two

3

24

234

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

The Gov’t of Canada announced $59.2 million to the #USask @VIDOInterVac to support the development of vaccine candidates and the expansion of its research facilities, including a National Centre for Pandemic Research.

Tweet card media

Federal budget supports USask’s VIDO with $59.2M

Today the Government of Canada announced $59.2 million to the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO). The funding supports the development of its...

10

54

197

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

7 years

. @KimFCoates to take centre stage when he is awarded an honorary degree at #usask Spring Convocation in #YXE

Tweet media one

23

38

186

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

“We have come together and worked tirelessly for the common good.” Nearly 25,000 #USask students, faculty and staff have submitted their vaccine status – of those who have done so, 91 per cent are fully vaccinated.

Tweet card media

Proof of vaccination status update

After more than 18 months and now a fourth wave, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to challenge us all. It has disrupted our daily routines, affected our sense of familiarity and comfort, and most...

4

26

181

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

Campus views this morning. #USask #yxe

Tweet media one

2

16

163

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

One hundred made-in-Sask ventilators will soon be available to support the needs of the province’s residents, thanks to an innovative collaboration among #USask , @SaskHealth , and RMD Engineering Inc.

Tweet card media

USask partners on a made-in-Saskatchewan ventilator project

One hundred made-in-Saskatchewan ventilators will soon be available to support the needs of the province’s residents, thanks to an innovative collaboration among the University of Saskatchewan...

2

29

162

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

2 years

Prime Minister @JustinTrudeau paid tribute to the contributions #USask has made to scientific discovery, as he wrapped up his visit to campus on Wednesday.

Tweet card media

USask hosts the Prime Minister of Canada

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau paid tribute to the contributions the University of Saskatchewan (USask) has made to scientific discovery, as he wrapped up his visit to campus on Wednesday.

12

29

155

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

At 102 years old, Dr. Rhonda Collins, the College of Medicine’s oldest living graduate continues to inspire, and fondly recalls her time as a medical student at #USask .

Tweet card media

Young at Heart - College of Medicine

At 102 years old, the College of Medicine’s oldest living alumna continues to inspire.

medicine.usask.ca

3

31

158

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

The @VIDOInterVac facility at #USask is at the centre of a global effort to find a solution to the pandemic, and is helping to lead one of the largest co-ordinated efforts the vaccine world has ever seen - via @globeandmail

Tweet card media

Ferrets, hamsters will soon reveal whether Canadian vaccine bid has a shot

Saskatchewan lab finding ways to fast-track research amid COVID-19 pandemic

www.theglobeandmail.com

3

44

144

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

2 years

Dr. Angela Rasmussen, a virologist at the #USask @VIDOInterVac , is part of the team that authored a study that provides evidence that the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market was the early epicentre of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tweet card media

Huanan market identified as epicentre of COVID-19 pandemic

A study published in Science, one of the world’s most prestigious journals, provides evidence that the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market was the early epicentre of the COVID-19 pandemic.

3

42

138

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

2 years

The @sskroughriders announced Tuesday that the @CFL team will be returning to the main #USask Saskatoon campus for Coors Light Training Camp, as part of a three-year agreement with the university.

1

18

140

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

A #USask research team has found that wearing face masks to protect against COVID-19 during play does not affect the sport performance of youth hockey players aged 9-14. #USaskResearch

14

45

135

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

Proof of a first vaccination will be required by Sept. 7 and of a second dose by Oct. 18. Full details on how to provide proof of vaccination status will be announced soon.

Tweet card media

USask announces new COVID-19 vaccination measures for fall term

As a response to the COVID-19 fourth wave now underway across Canada, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) will expect all students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated this fall with World Health...

7

28

132

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

2 years

#HuskiePride ! Congratulations to the #USask @skhuskies who just won their 20th Hardy Cup @CanadaWest final in a 45-17 triumph over @umbisons at Griffiths Stadium to advance to the @USPORTSca national semifinal. @HuskieAthletics

Tweet media one

0

17

126

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

6 years

Like all communities across SK and throughout the country, our community is in mourning. Counselling and support services are available on campus to anyone who needs them. A vigil will be held early this week at a time and location to be determined.

Tweet card media

Statement regarding Humboldt Broncos tragedy

The tragic bus accident Friday afternoon involving the Humboldt Broncos junior hockey team has had a profound impact on the Province of Saskatchewan, and on many of us in the University of Saskatch...

1

48

124

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

We begin Pride Week at USask with a flag raising ceremony. Although we weren’t able to do it with our community there this year, we raise the flag by and send that message to anyone who needs to know that they are safe here at #USask .

2

31

120

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

2 years

#USask COVID-19 safety measures update: The mask requirement will be extended to June 30 to ensure the safety of the campus community and to ensure as little disruption to core university activities as possible. Read more:

Tweet card media

USask COVID-19 safety measures update

With the Winter Term concluded and final exams now underway, we take this opportunity to provide an update on health and safety measures at USask as we move into spring and summer sessions.

6

29

120

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

The #USask research community @VIDOInterVac is part of the Canadian team of scientists that have isolated the #coronavirus that causes COVID-19 and successfully reproduced it in the laboratory.

Tweet card media

Two Canadian teams of scientists isolate coronavirus to speed research effort

Researchers looking to test screening methods, therapies and vaccines now have Canadian sources that can provide access to the global pathogen without having to ship live virus across international...

www.theglobeandmail.com

1

37

113

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

“The approval to initiate a human clinical trial is a milestone for VIDO.” @VIDOInterVac at #USask has received a notice of authorization from Health Canada to initiate a Phase 1 clinical vaccine trial.

Tweet card media

VIDO’s COVID-19 vaccine receives Health Canada clinical trial approval

The Vaccine and infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) at the University of Saskatchewan has received a notice of authorization from Health Canada to initiate a Phase 1 clinical vaccine trial.

1

20

112

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

A #USask -led international team has sequenced the genomes for 15 wheat varieties representing breeding programs around the world, a landmark discovery that provides the most comprehensive atlas of wheat genome sequences ever reported.

Tweet card media

Landmark study generates first genomic atlas for global wheat improvement

USask-led study sequences genomes of 15 wheat varieties around the world

5

31

112

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

Announcement: Dr. Baljit Singh, a highly accomplished veterinary researcher, educator and administrator, will join the @UsaskPresOffice leadership team as vice-president research at #USask

4

27

106

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

#USask is proud to be home to @VIDOInterVac who have been working around the clock to develop a local vaccine. We wanted to extend a huge shout out to everyone at VIDO for their dedication to infectious disease research. #RAKUSask #RAKyxe #bewhattheworldneeds #rakday #rakweek

Tweet media one

2

28

108

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

As the world deals with the new pandemic, #coronavirus has become the No.1 priority for researchers at the @VIDOInterVac at #USask .

Tweet card media

USask unites: VIDO-InterVac team tackles coronavirus: Researchers developing prototype vaccines at...

Since the first cases of COVID-19 were announced in the province, members of the USask community have come together to support one another in these uncertain times.

3

45

105

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

🍁 #USask

Tweet media one

3

15

105

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

From New York to Saskatoon in the middle of a pandemic, the newest member of @VIDOInterVac has arrived at #USask @angie_rasmussen

Tweet card media

Q&A: Renowned virologist joins USask as VIDO’s newest scientist

From New York to Saskatoon in the middle of a pandemic, the newest member of the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) has arrived at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).

5

10

105

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

"The entire #USask community stands with Black students, faculty and staff at our campuses across Saskatchewan." - via @UsaskPresOffice #BlackLivesMatter

Tweet card media

USask president's statement on racism

President Peter Stoicheff addresses the University of Saskatchewan campus community.

2

38

103

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

Congratulations to #USask graduate student Keely Shaw, who has won bronze to clinch Canada’s first medal of the #Paralympics in Tokyo. @USaskKin

@Devin_Heroux

Devin Heroux

3 years

BRONZE FOR CANADA 🇨🇦 FIRST MEDAL FOR CANADA 🇨🇦 @KeelyShaw14 from Midale, Saskatchewan wins bronze in the women's C4 3,000m individual pursuit event. This is Shaw’s #Paralympics debut. What a performance here in Tokyo.

Tweet media one

7

29

412

0

12

103

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

2 years

A #USask research team has discovered insights into the structure of the virus that causes #COVID19 , possibly leading to new treatment options. #USaskResearch

Tweet card media

Disrupting COVID-19 with potential new treatments: USask research

A University of Saskatchewan (USask) research team has discovered insights into the structure of the virus that causes COVID-19, possibly leading to new treatment options.

3

29

99

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

Hundreds of gloves. Thousands of masks: These items and so much more are among the donations that #USask staff and faculty are donating to the frontline health-care workers who are grappling with the #COVID19 crisis.

1

30

100

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

Landmarks across Canada will feature green lighting during April, including the College Building at #USask in tandem with Green Shirt Day, Apr. 7. Register to be an organ and tissue donor at . #GiveLifeSask #LoganBouletEffect

Tweet media one

1

19

97

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

From overseas to joining the Huskies, international student-athlete Maxwell Amoafo has found a home at #USask , as a sociology student and a member of the @saskhuskies men's basketball team. @usaskArtSci @HuskieAthletics

1

67

96

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

The #USask @VIDOInterVac , one of Canada’s premier facilities for infectious disease research, is reporting that its candidate vaccine for #COVID19 has proved successful in animal studies - via @globeandmail

Tweet card media

Canadian coronavirus vaccine candidate delivers promising results in animal tests

Researcher at the University of Saskatchewan says that a clinical trial in early fall could be possible

www.theglobeandmail.com

0

33

94

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

Dr. Adeola Olubamiji completed her PhD at #USask in biomedical engineering in 2017. She is now hoping to inspire and assist a new generation of Black youth, academically and otherwise - via @UsaskAlumni

Tweet card media

Paying it forward

Even as a child, Dr. Adeola Olubamiji (PhD’17) saw her future in physics. Now she’s guiding others to reach their academic goals.

5

18

95

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

Those fall views at #USask 🍂

Tweet media one

3

19

95

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

1 year

#USask @HuskieAthletics hockey players Isabella Pozzi and Camryn Drever were part of the undefeated Team Canada that downed Japan 5-0 in the gold medal game. #HuskiePride | @HuskiesWHKY

Tweet media one

1

17

96

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

#USask education expert Dr. Verna St. Denis will lead the development and implementation of the university’s anti-racism/anti-oppression policy and strategy. @usaskEducation

Tweet card media

USask appoints new special advisor on anti-racism and anti-oppression

University of Saskatchewan (USask) education expert Dr. Verna St. Denis (PhD) has been seconded to the position of special advisor to the president on anti-racism and anti-oppression.

2

30

94

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

#USaskUnites : Over 95 per cent of the on-campus community at #USask have submitted a status of “fully COVID-vaccinated.”

Tweet card media

USask community surpasses 95 per cent full-vaccination status

Over 95 per cent of the on-campus community at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) have submitted a status of “fully COVID-vaccinated.”

3

8

91

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

From residential school survivor to band leader, Chief, Elder, and the first Indigenous player from Sask to make it to the NHL: Fred Sasakamoose will be awarded an honorary degree during #USask Fall Convocation.

Tweet media one

4

17

91

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

In a recent announcement PM @JustinTrudeau highlighted how work underway at @VIDOInterVac at #USask would increase Canada's domestic vaccine production capability.

7

27

93

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

#USask has placed in the top 100 in the world—and as high as fourth and twelfth in certain categories—in the 2020 Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings. #CDNPSE #HigherEd

Tweet card media

USask ranks as one of the top global leaders in sustainability ranking

The University of Saskatchewan placed 96th overall in the world—and as high as fourth and twelfth in certain categories—in the 2020 Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings, which...

3

17

88

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

ICYMI: Congratulations to the three #USask alumna who have been recognized by the Women’s Executive Network as Canada's Most Powerful Women - via @UsaskAlumni

1

7

85

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

UPDATE: President Peter Stoicheff has released a statement on #USask ’s response to the evolving COVID-19 situation, including suspending all classes on the Saskatoon campus from Monday March 16 through Wednesday March 18.

2

88

87

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

5 years

Get ready to discover, explore, make friends, have fun, challenge yourself, share your culture and be proud at #USask ! #WithThePack

3

34

86

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

11 months

#USask celebrates Pride during June and every month of the year. Take time to connect, commemorate and celebrate Pride, and join us as we continue to work to make our campus community a safe and supportive place for the university community.

Tweet card media

USask celebrates Pride: Building a brighter future together

The University of Saskatchewan (USask) celebrates Pride during June and every month of the year. Take time to connect, commemorate and celebrate Pride, and join us as we continue to work to make our...

26

18

87

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

Good morning #USask

Tweet media one

2

7

83

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

6 years

Everyone is invited to a vigil tomorrow, Monday, April 9 at 3:30 p.m. at the U of S in Convocation Hall in response to the tragic bus accident involving the Humboldt Broncos. #HumboldtStrong

Tweet card media

Broncos Vigil – Monday at 3:30 p.m.

I would like to invite you to a vigil to be held tomorrow, Monday, April 9 at 3:30 p.m. in Convocation Hall in response to the tragic bus accident involving the Humboldt Broncos junior hockey team....

0

58

84

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

From #USask student to CEO: After graduating from @agbiousask Michael Hoffort began a career as a champion of Canadian agriculture, becoming the president and CEO of @FCCagriculture

2

16

83

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

The first volunteers have received the COVID-19 vaccine developed by @VIDOInterVac at #USask as part of Phase 1 of clinical trial, which is taking place at the Canadian Center for Vaccinology in Halifax.

Tweet media one

4

26

82

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

11 months

#USask is proud to celebrate and support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community — this month and every month. Thank you to everyone who joined for the events happening today in #YXE .

Tweet media one

12

11

81

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

Malcolm and Marilyn Leggett give $1 million to #USask @VIDOInterVac to enhance ground-breaking vaccine research efforts. “There is no question we believe this is great thing that is happening right here.” @UsaskAlumni

Tweet card media

VIDO gift has far-reaching impacts

Saskatoon couple gives $1 million to VIDO to enhance ground-breaking vaccine research efforts

1

15

82

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

6 years

#Usask is paying tribute to Joe Garcea for three decades of dedication and exemplary service to students. But if you ask Garcea, he is the one who is truly grateful.

Tweet media one

4

18

82

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

The flag at #USask 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. Read our statement on this tragic discovery:

Tweet media one

0

33

81

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

As of Sept. 20, proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test will be required for everyone ages 12 & older who attend @HuskieAthletics & other ticketed events. Mandatory masking is also required at all #HuskieAthletics events. #USask For more info:

Tweet media one

1

18

79

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

Matthew Baraniuk, former #USask Huskie student athlete passed away at the age of 20 from his struggles with mental illness. His legacy lives on through the Matthew Baraniuk Memorial Award. @HuskieAthletics #BellLetsTalk

Tweet card media

His memory lives on: Legacy of Huskie athlete supports students with mental illness

Matthew Baraniuk, a former University of Saskatchewan (USask) student and Huskie athlete passed away in 2020 at the age of 20 from his struggles with mental illness. His legacy lives on through the...

1

53

79

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

#USask will soon become a major provincial pandemic hub for COVID-19 vaccination as @SaskHealth is establishing a new mass immunization clinic in the state-of-the-art Merlis Belsher Place facility.

0

22

79

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

2 years

#USask is lighting buildings and pathways in orange throughout the week to recognize the #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation and to reflect on what truth and reconciliation means for our campus community.

1

13

76

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

2 years

A team led by Dr. Angela Bedard-Haughn of @agbiousask at #USask and Dr. Cameron Carlyle from @UAlberta has been awarded $3.2 million in funding for research on carbon sequestration in perennial forage and pastures. #USaskResearch

Tweet card media

USask co-leads $3.2M research project focused on carbon sequestration for mitigating climate change

A team led by Dr. Angela Bedard-Haughn (PhD), dean and professor of the College of Agriculture and Bioresources at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), and Dr. Cameron Carlyle (PhD) from the...

2

18

78

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

6 years

We are all one team: Members of the #Usask community are joining people across Canada who are wearing sports jerseys today in support of the Humboldt Broncos bus crash victims and their families @UsaskPresOffice #JerseysForHumboldt

Tweet media one

0

13

78

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

2 years

On Apr. 4 @agbiousask Dean Dr. Angela Bedard-Haughn shared the importance of soil management as a solution to climate change and the view that ag functions as a system with the @HOCCommittees Agriculture and Agri-Food standing committee. #USaskResearch

Tweet card media

Dr. Angela Bedard-Haughn: Soil Management

On Apr. 4, University of Saskatchewan, College of Agriculture and Bioresources Dean, Dr. Angela Bedard-Haughn shared the importance of soil management as a s...

www.youtube.com

6

18

77

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

6 years

#Usask will become the new home of the Institute of Indigenous Peoples' Health under the leadership of the institute’s scientific director, Carrie Bourassa, who is joining the U of S College of Medicine.

Tweet media one

5

26

74

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

“We expect another drastic increase this week and potentially ranging into next week.” Data collected by a #USask wastewater surveillance team shows #YXE COVID-19 case numbers are likely to increase exponentially.

Tweet card media

Imminent surge in new COVID-19 cases in Saskatoon: USask wastewater data

Data collected by the University of Saskatchewan (USask) wastewater surveillance team shows Saskatoon’s COVID-19 case numbers are likely to increase exponentially in the next seven days.

10

50

71

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

2 years

A #YXE -made COVID-19 vaccine could be available to the general public next year, according to Dr. Volker Gerdts of @VIDOInterVac at #USask .

Tweet card media

COVID-19 vaccine under development in Sask. could be used as booster dose

A Saskatoon-made COVID-19 vaccine could be available to the general public next year, VIDO-InterVac CEO Volker Gerdts said.

saskatoon.ctvnews.ca

2

14

70

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

5 years

“How do you feel about the glacier melting so quickly?” Climate activist Greta Thunberg met with water scientist John Pomeroy of @GWFutures at a #USask field research site on the Athabasca Glacier in Jasper, Alberta.

Tweet card media

Climate activist Greta Thunberg and USask scientist John Pomeroy discuss glacier decline

At a stop on Oct. 22 during her ongoing trip across North America, climate activist Greta Thunberg met with University of Saskatchewan (USask) water scientist John Pomeroy at a USask field research...

1

23

73

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

Save the date: The #USask Indigenous Graduation Celebration takes place virtually on May 28, 2021. Celebrate the academic achievements of graduating Métis, First Nations and Inuit students from the University of Saskatchewan.

Tweet media one

0

23

69

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

1 year

For the 21st time in program history the #USask @skhuskies are Hardy Cup champions: #HuskiePride | #PowerOfThePack 🐾

Tweet media one

0

7

69

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

“USask is redefining what it means to be a world-class university; and one that leads with respect. I very much look forward to working with the entire USask community in this vital effort.” Dr. Airini joins #USask as the next provost and VP academic.

Tweet card media

USask appoints new provost and VP academic

Dr. Airini (PhD) is joining the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) leadership team as the next provost and vice-president academic for a five-year term beginning on February 1, 2021.

3

11

71

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

Even as a child, #USask alum Dr. Adeola Olubamiji saw her future in physics. Now she’s guiding others to reach their academic goals.

Tweet card media

Paying it forward

Even as a child, Dr. Adeola Olubamiji (PhD’17) saw her future in physics. Now she’s guiding others to reach their academic goals.

3

11

66

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

#USask is ranked first in Canada and 20th in the world for water resources research, according to the recently published 2020 Academic Ranking of World Universities @usask_water @GWFutures

Tweet card media

USask ranked No. 1 in Canada for water resources research and among top 100 globally in four...

The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is ranked first in Canada and 20th in the world for water resources research, according to the recently published 2020 Academic Ranking of World Universities...

2

21

69

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

The #USask @VIDOInterVac has been awarded $23 million to fast-track efforts to develop a safe and effective #COVID19 vaccine.

Tweet card media

USask VIDO-InterVac awarded $23M for COVID-19 vaccine research

The University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization-International Vaccine Centre (VIDO-InterVac) has been awarded $23 million to fast-track efforts to develop a...

1

39

68

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

6 years

Touting iconic architecture from 1907, the #Usask campus was recently selected as one of Canada's most scenic universities.

Tweet media one

0

31

63

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

6 years

#Usask professor Hayley Hesseln crawled out on the frozen South Saskatchewan River and used a branch to save a 28-year-old woman Sunday.

Tweet media one

0

16

64

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

6 years

A legendary coach in Canadian hockey circles, Dave King, a #Usask graduate, will receive an honorary degree at Spring Convocation.

Tweet media one

0

10

67

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

6 years

Here’s a look at the new #usask Merlis Belsher Place arena. Catch the first @HuskieAthletics hockey game this Friday! #withthepack

Tweet media one

Tweet media two

Tweet media three

Tweet media four

0

15

66

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

In the just-published Canada's Top 50 Research Universities 2020 rankings, #USask is ranked first among the country’s medical universities for growth in total research income.

1

16

66

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

11 months

#PrideMonth at #USask : USask is proud to celebrate and support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community — this month and every month. Learn more about the events and initiatives happening in June, and find educational resources, supports and more at .

Tweet media one

6

15

66

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

After showing promising results in animals, human clinical trials for a potential #COVID19 vaccine developed at the #USask @VIDOInterVac could begin as early as this fall.

Tweet card media

'We are excited by these results': Saskatoon lab plans human trials after potential COVID-19...

After showing promising results in animals, human clinical trials for a Saskatoon research lab's potential COVID-19 vaccine could begin as early as this fall.

saskatoon.ctvnews.ca

0

14

64

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

Seven #USask research teams have been awarded more than $1.2 million in funding to advance discoveries in areas ranging from health to agriculture to quantum physics. @innovationca

Tweet card media

USask awarded $1.2M to advance health, agriculture and environmental research

Creating artificial substitutes for human tissue and organs, discovering the best diet to help bacteria break down oil spills, and using high-powered computing to develop next-generation materials...

10

26

64

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

5 years

Medicinal cannabis oil can reduce or end seizures in children with severe, drug-resistant epilepsy, a study by #USask has found.

2

22

62

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

Fresh off their national championship win, the #USask Huskies arrived at home on Monday. Join us Wed, March 11 at the PAC honouring the achievements of our gold medal-winning basketball, track and wrestling @HuskieAthletics athletes.

Tweet card media

U of S Huskies return home after national championship win in Ottawa

Fresh off their national championship win in Ottawa over the weekend, the University of Saskatchewan Huskies a...

1

9

65

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

How @VIDOInterVac evolved into a world class facility and became Canada's hope for a #COVID19 vaccine - feature via @CBCnews

Tweet card media

How a lab in Sask. that focuses on animals became Canada's $23M hope for a COVID-19 vaccine | CBC...

In the global race to find a COVID-19 vaccine, the federal government announced Monday it is pumping $23 million into an academic research lab in Saskatoon. Here is a look at how the facility that...

1

26

60

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

2 years

The #USask College of Medicine has hired its first vice-dean Indigenous Health. The position was created to bring Indigenous health and issues to the forefront in college priorities, while also serving to improve how these critical areas are addressed.

Tweet card media

Vice-Dean Indigenous Health position created at USask College of Medicine

The College of Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) has hired its first vice-dean Indigenous Health. The position was created to bring Indigenous health and issues more fully to the...

3

21

62

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

“We are excited to start clinical trials.” The first volunteers have been selected for a vaccine trial of COVAC-2, a #COVID19 #vaccine developed by @VIDOInterVac at #USask .

0

17

63

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

8 years

Mike Babcock accepting his Honorary Doctor of Laws at #usaskconvo ! @MapleLeafs @UsaskPresOffice

Tweet media one

Tweet media two

Tweet media three

Tweet media four

1

30

63

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

1 year

For the first time in history, #USask will host the @USPORTSca Women’s Hockey Championship. @HuskieAthletics | @HuskiesWHKY

Tweet card media

USask Huskies to host 2024 U SPORTS Women's Hockey Championship

U SPORTS has awarded the 2024 women's hockey championship to the University of Saskatchewan (USask). This will be the first time the institution has hosted the event.

0

14

64

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

Infectious disease experts from @DalhousieU and @umanitoba are joining the leading-edge research team at the #USask @VIDOInterVac to collaboratively advance research and development against #COVID19 .

Tweet card media

Canadian universities partner to fight COVID-19 at USask’s VIDO-InterVac

Infectious disease experts from Dalhousie University and University of Manitoba (UM) are joining the leading-edge research team at the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Vaccine and Infectious...

0

10

61

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

2 years

#HuskiePride : An incredible finish for the #USask @skhuskies with a game-winning touchdown with 5 seconds left for a 14-10 victory over the Montreal @Carabins in the #UteckBowl @HuskieAthletics

@skhuskies

Huskie Football

2 years

What can we say? He's the best in the nation and he just made the biggest play this program has seen in 15+ years.

5

38

254

3

8

60

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

7 years

PM @JustinTrudeau is at the Gordon Oakes Redbear Student Centre speaking with students today!

Tweet media one

2

24

58

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

1 year

#HuskiePride is everywhere today as the @skhuskies 🏈 secure their spot in the Vanier Cup championship! 🏆 #PowerofthePack

@skhuskies

Huskie Football

1 year

VANIER CUP BOUND. #HuskiePride | #PowerOfThePack

Tweet media one

24

121

601

2

7

60

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

2 years

#HuskiePride : Thank you to everyone who continues to support our #USask student athletes.

@skhuskies

Huskie Football

2 years

A valiant effort on the national stage. Hats off to everyone a part of this tremendous team and to everyone who has supported this program throughout the ride. FINAL: @HuskieAthletics 21 | Mustangs 27 #HuskiePride | #VanierCup

Tweet media one

9

40

508

0

4

60

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

ICYMI: New vaccination measures for fall term: #USask will expect all students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated this fall with World Health Organization-approved COVID-19 vaccines before entering USask campuses.

Tweet card media

USask announces new COVID-19 vaccination measures for fall term

As a response to the COVID-19 fourth wave now underway across Canada, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) will expect all students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated this fall with World Health...

5

10

60

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

11 months

#PrideMonth at #USask : USask is proud to celebrate and support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community — this month and every month. Learn more about the events and initiatives happening in June, and find educational resources, supports and more at

Tweet media one

Tweet media two

17

10

60

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

3 years

#USask will be closed on Sept. 30 to observe the #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation , which coincides with Orange Shirt Day, so the campus community can reflect on & participate in this important day. Events will be held throughout the week:

Tweet media one

1

19

60

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

4 years

@VIDOInterVac is the first lab in the country to have a vaccine candidate in animal testing. Researchers expect to know in about four weeks whether the vaccine works in an animal model. Clinical testing of this vaccine in humans could start as early as this fall.

1

21

58

@usask

U of Saskatchewan

9 years

Honorary Doctor of Laws Degree recipient - W. Brett Wilson #usaskconvo #usask #PrairieBoyAtHeart http://t.co/sKSx00oWa4

Tweet media one

7

18

58