Lethbridge Polytechnic names 1st valedictorian of new era [Video]

Last fall, Lethbridge College celebrated the final graduating class in its history. Now, the newly rebranded Lethbridge Polytechnic is preparing to graduate its first class of students at its spring convocation next month.

Abigayle (Abby) Terrill will lead the charge. She was announced as the first-ever Lethbridge Polytechnic valedictorian, an honour she says was surprising.

“It’s kind of weird, surreal, but it’s pretty cool.”

She is going to cross the stage with a diploma in Agriculture Sciences, after finishing a major in Animal Science last spring.

“To be the first actual Polytechnic valedictorian, that’s quite an honour and it’s all well-earned,” said Clair Fitzpatrick, an instructor in the Agriculture Science program.

Terrill grew up on a ranch near Cardston, Alta., and says she plans to one day return.

“Eventually, I will go back and run the ranch with my mom, but in the meantime I’m trying to figure out my options. I’m debating going to vet school,” said Terrill.

Despite a …