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60 years of UCalgary

For six decades, our community of students, alumni, faculty, staff, donors and partners have made a lasting impact.

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The sky is no limit: UCalgary’s legacy of space science innovation

Research group has been involved in more than 20 space missions since the 1970s

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Human Performance Lab’s 44 years of setting the pace in sport, wellness

From 1988 Olympics to Beckham’s shoes, research evolution and world-leading facilities highlight lab’s past, present and future.

Robert Thirsk speaks at a UCalgary event in 2018.

Q-and-A astronaut edition with Robert Thirsk

We sat down with Dr. Robert Thirsk, astronaut, researcher, award-winner and UCalgary’s 13th chancellor, for a rapid-fire, interstellar Q-and-A

Former Gauntlet editor-in-chief visits the current Gauntlet headquarters.

Fancy balls and hootenannies headline student life in 1966

Former Gauntlet editor-in-chief Maureen McLeod looks back at how she and UCalgary ‘came of age’ together.

From branch campus to bold beginnings

A deep dive into the archives exploring the University of Calgary’s road to autonomy.

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Growing up at UCalgary

Pivotal moments and life milestones intersect with the university’s for an alumni family.

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Vibrant campus march sets tone for UCalgary60

Celebrations leading to our 60th anniversary will honour generations of people who make this university great and drive us forward with innovation and excellence.

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Do you have a UCalgary story to tell? We’d love to hear it! Please submit your story today and be part of celebrating 60 years of momentum.

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UCalgary60 Community Day - Save the date April 11, 2026

UCalgary60 Community Day celebrates 60 years of excellence and community impact, bringing people together to honour our history and inspire what’s next.

Shop exclusive UCalgary gear and memorabilia to celebrate 60 years. From stylish apparel to unique keepsakes, find the perfect way to wear your university pride wherever you go. Visit the UCalgary Bookstore.