Lethbridge Polytechnic

What happens when your instructor is also actively involved in the cattle industry?

As AgENT program co-ordinator, Joshua Leith helps students build skills in innovation and entrepreneurship while continuing to work within his family’s cattle operation.

A graduate of both the Agriculture Sciences – Animal Science and Agriculture Business programs, Joshua says his farm experience helps students understand how entrepreneurial thinking applies across industries — even in unexpected ways.
“Many students are shocked on how knowledgeable this ‘farm kid’ actually is and how I can help them move their ideas forward.”

Joshua also stays connected with former AgENT participants, following their successes and helping support the next generation of innovators.

Read more in the latest edition of Wider Horizons ->
lethpolytech.ca/wider-horizons/spring-2026/instructors-industry

It was great to see students, faculty, staff, alumni, community members and friends come together at the Post-Secondary Pancake Breakfast as Lethbridge Polytechnic and the University of Lethbridge celebrated Whoop-Up Days with the community.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by for pancakes, Indigenous dancing and plenty of Kodi and Luxie fun! 🥞🎉

🪄✨ What a magical day at the Whoop-Up Days Parade!

This year’s parade theme was Midway Magic, celebrating the timeless charm, excitement and community spirit of the classic Whoop-Up Days Midway.

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us and cheer on Kodi the Kodiak and the Lethbridge Polytechnic team! Dressed as a wizard, Kodi was ready to bring a little extra magic to this year’s parade.

🥞 It's almost pancake time!
Join Lethbridge Polytechnic and the University of Lethbridge next Friday for the fourth annual Post-Secondary Pancake Breakfast in celebration of Whoop-Up Days Days.

📅 Friday, Aug. 21
🕘 9 – 11 a.m.
📍 Rotary Square at CASA, 230 8 St. S.

Enjoy a free pancake breakfast while supplies last, watch performances by Indigenous dancers, and visit with Kodi, Luxie and friends.

Everyone is welcome. No RSVP required. See you Friday! 🎉

What happens when your instructor is still actively serving in law enforcement?

School of Justice Studies instructor Paolo Magliocco brings more than a decade of front-line policing experience into the classroom while continuing to serve with the Lethbridge Police Service.

Since joining the service in 2012, Paolo has worked in patrol operations, Economic Crimes, Violent Crimes and Public Order Units, and now serves as a patrol sergeant. That ongoing work allows him to provide students with real-time insight into the ever-evolving policing profession.

Paolo says seeing former students succeed in the field is one of the most rewarding parts of teaching.

Read more in the latest edition of Wider Horizons ->
lethpolytech.ca/wider-horizons/spring-2026/instructors-industry