The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) is a Canadian public research university, founded on March 19, 1907, and located on the east side of the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. An "Act to establish and incorporate a University for the Province of Saskatchewan" was passed by the provincial legislature in 1907. It established the provincial university on March 19, 1907 "for the purpose of providing facilities for higher education in all its branches and enabling all persons without regard to race, creed or religion to take the fullest advantage
The University of Saskatchewan is the largest education institution in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. The University of Saskatchewan is one of Canada's top research universities (based on the number of Canada Research Chairs) and is a member of the U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities (the 15 most research-intensive universities in Canada).
The university began as an agricultural college in 1907 and established the first Canadian university-based department of extension in 1910. There were 120 hectares (300 acres) set aside for university buildings and 400 ha (1,000 acres) for the U of S farm, and agricultural fields. In total 10.32 km2 (3.98 sq mi) was annexed for the university
The University of Saskatchewan (uSask) is one of the top research universities in Canada. Our main campus, well known for its beauty, is located in the heart of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and is home to a wide variety of programs. Study at uSask is enhanced by our world-class facilities, including the Canadian Light Source synchrotron, VIDO-InterVac, the Global Institute for Food Security, the Global Institute for Water Security and the Sylvia Fedoruk Centre for Nuclear Innovation.
There's more to university success than classes, labs and lectures. Attending university is your time to explore and grow personally, intellectually and spiritually. Ambrose offes you the opportunity to define yourself and your future path in life. No matter your interests, you'll find a way to get involved at Ambrose. Student clubs and chapel services, leadership opportunities and sport, help you find your place in university life. In addition, our residence and student development services are here to support you along the way. As an Ambrose student, you'll be a part of this community that truly cares about who you are and what you are capable of achieving.
We have six areas of special research focus: Aboriginal Peoples, agriculture, energy and mineral resources, animal and human health, synchrotron science and water security. In addition to having the opportunity to study at one of Canada's top research universities, our students enjoy a high level of support from our faculty and researchers, creating an environment that inspires collaboration, innovation and discovery.
More than 23,000 people from around the world, including more than 2,300 self-declared Aboriginal students, study at uSask and our more than 150,000 alumni are spread across the globe. Our graduates, recognized for their work ethic and determination, will continue to build on our history of success to address the world's challenges now and in the future.