University of Saskatchewan Athletics

Aldis "Pete" Peterson graduated from Nutana collegiate and entered the University of Saskatchewan in 1941.

While a student at the University, Aldis competed in both basketball and tennis. An outstanding basketball forward, she served as team captain for two years. As a member of the tennis team, she was runner up in singles at the 1944 Western Championships. For her participation in sports, Aldis was awarded a Major Athletic Award in 1943-44.

In addition to her athletic participation, Aldis served as secretary to the Women's Athletic Directorate and became the first president of the women's Athletic Board. She was a cheerleader for two years and served as vice-president of the SRC in 1944-45.

In 1944-45 she was awarded the prestigious "Spirit of Youth" Trophy for having exhibited outstanding athletic skills combined with high qualities in leadership.