April is a month of endings, with the close of Winter term. But it’s also a month of beginnings, with the launch of research journeys and the first signs of spring (at least, in theory).

Scroll through the 23 images below to see some of the many activities the MacEwan community engaged in last month, from Student Research Day to art displays to athletic awards.

Graduating Studio Arts students showcased their final projects in the Mitchell Art Gallery (MAG) at the BOWERS exhibition.

Students planned for their summer months at the Get to Work Job Fair.

Several MacEwan staff and guests got a sneak peek at some of the construction progress on the School of Business building.

Graduating Theatre Arts students took to the stage one last time to perform a cabaret project in celebration of their hard work. The performance was also a way to give back with cash and food donations for the SAMU Food Pantry (@briannejang of @bb_collective photo).

Design students transformed a wall in Allard Hall into a gallery exploring the interesting side of everyday objects.

Humans and canines alike got some stretches in at Wellness Animals Giving Support (WAGS) yoga.

Graduating Bachelor of Design Studies students showcased their portfolio work at a public reception. Check out some of their work at the LAYERS exhibition at the MAG this week!

Students in the Ukrainian bilingual program at Austin O’Brien Catholic High School visited the MAG, where Director/Curator Carolyn Jervis provided a guided tour of from where the grain itself can speak.

Students in the MacEwan Big Band were treated to a visit from ShockolaD, the Gene Zwozdesky Artist in Residence. The Ukrainian jazz duo spoke to students and even joined in on their rehearsal.

Over 300 students shared their expertise with posters, presentations and performances at Student Research Day – our biggest one yet!

Edmonton City Councillor Aaron Paquette (pictured left) and City Councillor Michael Janz also stopped by Student Research Day to hear students present their research findings related to urban wellness and downtown vibrancy.

The MAG hosted ArtBus, a free, one-day event where attendees hop on an ETS bus and visit a variety of galleries and art centres throughout downtown Edmonton (Mat Simpson photo).

Students in ARTE 317 filled the second space art gallery in Allard Hall with 3D sculptures and works based on the happy memories of local seniors.

City Councillor Thu Parmar visited one of the recently updated crime labs on campus.

PSYC 441 students presented their research on scientific skepticism at the inaugural Brew and Learn fundraiser at Campio Brewing Co.

MacEwan’s Model UN Club represented Finland at the National Model UN simulation in New York. The group took home four awards for best position paper, two peer-voted awards for outstanding delegate and an Outstanding Delegation Award.

Dr. Samuel Mugo, associate dean, development in the Faculty of Arts and Science, represented MacEwan University at the historic launch of Artemis II to honour his late colleague, Dr. Erin Walton, who was an associate professor in MacEwan's Department of Physical Sciences. Dr. Walton was well-known and respected for her work on extraterrestrial meteorites,. Her research – and her commitment to engaging students in her work – lives on, said Dr. Mugo in an interview with Global News.

Our student athletes were celebrated at the annual year-end banquet. Here, Athlete of the Year winners Anneke Odinga, left, and Kadyn Chabot flank MacEwan University Provost Dr. Craig Monk (Jefferson Hagen photo).

MacEwan Residence might feel a little emptier after the end of Winter term, but a sad farewell was turned into an act of generosity. Through a partnership with Goodwill, students moving out left their unwanted belongings in bins, which were then donated and kept out of the landfill.

Students in the Winter 2026 community service learning course (COSL 300) worked with Project WIN Foundation to develop a classroom-friendly online game for Grade 4 students to learn about the environment and sustainability. The Jeopardy-inspired game had students digging into waste management, environmental science and other topics to earn prizes.

We celebrated Earth Day with an informative, interactive demo on soil analysis.

MacEwan Ventures wrapped up its winter cohort with a pitch showcase competition, where each entrepreneur presented their business ideas to a panel of judges. Kamaru Beyan earned first place for their idea, Sycle, an app designed to support parents and teens with resources focused on menstruation, and to create opportunities for supportive conversations around it.

A group of interdisciplinary art students brightened moods across campus with their art goody bags. The Peer Health Education Team distributed the bags to help boost mental health during exams.