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Get the latest news and information about AU, from new programs and partnerships to scheduled IT maintenance, emergency bursaries, and leadership announcements.

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New platform opens doors to more unique, multimedia graduate research

AUSpace lets grad students seamlessly store and share all kinds of thesis research.

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Graduate Student Research Conference celebrates 15 years at Athabasca University

AU’s Graduate Student Research Conference celebrates 15 years of research, community and collaboration Oct. 23-25, 2026, bringing students and faculty together to share research and connect.

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AU makes it easier to prepare for Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation with new transfer credit pathway

Agreement between Athabasca University, CPA Western School of Business, and CPA Atlantic School of Business helps remove barriers to the CPA certification program.

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AU launches new artificial intelligence graduate certificate

The new Graduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence from Athabasca University can be a stand-alone credential or a pathway to an online Master of Science.

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Distinguished conservationist, women’s health advocate, to be honoured at Convocation 2026

Conservationist William Snow and women's health advocate and AU alum Sharlene Rutherford will receive honorary degrees at Convocation 2026.

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AU community celebrates generous art donations from local artists

In spring 2025, local artists Sylvain Voyer and Maureen Harvey generously donated a collection of their artwork to the AU Art Gallery.

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Updates to AU contact and support

The AU Service Centre is in the process of making some enhancements to better direct student inquiries. Here are a few quick ways to get in touch with us!

News and announcements

AU’s Writer in Residence Drew Hayden Taylor talks Indigenous literature, humour, and healing

New platform opens doors to more unique, multimedia graduate research

Graduate Student Research Conference celebrates 15 years at Athabasca University

AU makes it easier to prepare for Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation with new transfer credit pathway

AU launches new artificial intelligence graduate certificate

Implementing multi-factor authentication for all AU students

Distinguished conservationist, women’s health advocate, to be honoured at Convocation 2026

AU community celebrates generous art donations from local artists

Everything you need to know about Convocation 2026

Updates to AU contact and support

Athabasca University to launch virtual architecture studio with $500,000 grant from Embark Student Foundation

New Bachelor of Environmental Studies prepares graduates to tackle environmental challenges

AU art collection inspires poetry contest for World Art Day

Athabasca University makes accessibility accommodations easier with new system

Access, Opportunity, and Community highlighted at AU in 2025

Athabasca University launches innovative new e-Portfolio platform

Athabasca University 2025 holiday closure

AU helping soldiers, veterans, and families access a university degree like no other

Athabasca University Press offers publishing program for open educational resources

Update: Canada Post labour disruption

Free Athabasca University course helps counter anti-Indigenous racism in health care

AU Chair of Board of Governors renewal

Finance program now recognized by CFA Institute

New Master of Science program opens doors to careers in environmental sciences

New Nukskahtowin site enhances access to Indigenous Knowledge

Energy innovator and Indigenous leader to be honoured at Convocation 2025

Wildfires: Important information for students

Dr. Catherine Swindlehurst appointed provost and vice-president academic

Welcome to the new AU News!

Science dean: Vote ‘Athabasca’ for Canadian moon rover name!

Bertrand Bickersteth named Athabasca University's 2024-25 writer in residence

Athabasca University cuts tuition by 10% for Indigenous students

Athabasca University will close Sept. 30 to honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Athabasca University strengthens focus on accessibility and opportunity

Statement on the Grand Union Hotel fire in Athabasca

Convocation returns home to Athabasca for a celebration like no other

Distinguished alum, architect, and educator to be honoured at Convocation 2024

5 AU researchers rank among world’s most-cited academics

Dr. Steven Johnson appointed dean of the Faculty of Health Disciplines

Virtual co-op to harness generative AI in teaching students about sustainable business

Statement on expanded opportunities for nurse practitioners in Alberta

Athabasca University launches improved website

Minister of Advanced Education tours Athabasca University

Photo gallery: Presidential installation in pictures

AU president launches bold new vision for Canada’s open university

Welcome Dr. Catherine Swindlehurst, chief growth officer

Christian Bök named Athabasca University’s 2023-24 writer in residence

Elder in Residence Maria Campbell wins literary award

Athabasca University to collaborate on space and health innovation research

Making university inclusive and accessible to everyone

Please welcome Jennifer Pascoe, vice-president, University Relations

Statement from Athabasca University President Alex Clark on the attack at the University of Waterloo

Convocation 2023 by the numbers

Pure portal shines light on research at Athabasca University

AU honours mental health advocate and Indigenous architect with honorary degrees

Soft skills versus digital skills: New poll finds Canadian workers want to re-skill but are being pulled in 2 directions

Athabasca University, Red Crow Community College partner on new Indigenous programs

Athabasca University president on the role of open learning in health care

Statement from Athabasca University President Dr. Alex Clark

From online to open: Athabasca University launches refreshed brand

Nukskahtowin opens Linda Bull Memorial Garden and Bertha Clark-Jones O.C. Art Gallery

Myrna Kostash named Athabasca University’s 2022-23 writer in residence

Go the Distance podcast shares transformative impact of open, online learning

Athabasca University achieves gold standard for business schools

AU honours leader who brought Traditional Blackfoot Knowledge into the academy

From behind the counter to university: McDonald’s crew eligible to earn Athabasca University credits through new partnership

Athabasca University joins fight against anti-Black racism

Athabasca University Nurse Practitioner Program is first post-secondary program to be accredited by CASN

Athabasca University turns 50!

Announcing an AI-powered virtual cooperative learning experience

AU is the official education partner of the CFL!

Athabasca University first Canadian post-secondary institution to officially collaborate with Amazon Web Services

Explore science labs like no other at Athabasca University

Athabasca University makes accessibility accommodations easier with new system 

Christian Bök  named Athabasca University’s 2023-24 writer in residence

Myrna Kostash named Athabasca University’s 2022-23 writer in residence 