Girls Get WISE retreat to showcase STEM careers On June 1, Mount Saint Vincent University will host a one-day workshop to encourage girls from junior and senior high schools to consider careers in science, math,…

Professors develop unique course: Art & Politics Dr. Jeff MacLeod, Chair of the Mount’s Department of Political Studies, and Dr. Nick Webb, NSCAD University professor of historical and critical studies, were recently recognized by the…

Construction Bulletin #339 McCain Centre – Rock Blasting, Parking, Road Closure Rock Blasting The initial construction site preparation plans did not include rock blasting. Recent work on the site now indicates that rock blasting will…

Graduates urged to be compassionate On May 16 and 17, more than 620 students from 41 countries graduated from Mount Saint Vincent University with a wide range of degrees in Arts, Science, Education, and professional…

Valedictorian Kim Sheppard a committed educator with a passion for making a difference Originally from Woodville, Nova Scotia, Kim Sheppard appreciates the value of hands-on learning. After graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Art degree…

Exemplary public service a priority for this PR pro As an engaged citizen and communications professional, Theresa Rath’s passion and influence reaches far beyond her roots in Truro, Nova Scotia. After 13 years in the…

Inspiring student vows to explore language, the world When a young scholar pens a 5000-word novella at just eight years old, it’s natural to have high expectations for her future. Luckily for Courtney Church, she’s…

(Halifax) – According to a study released today at Mount Saint Vincent University (the Mount), the health of many Nova Scotians may be at risk because they simply cannot afford to eat healthy food. The…

(Halifax) – Poet Lorna Crozier, Sociologist Arlie Hochschild, and Soprano Suzie LeBlanc will be recognized with honorary degrees at the Mount’s Spring Convocation, May 16-17. Distinguished leader Dr. E. Margaret Fulton will also be celebrated…

The following excerpt has been taken from ‘A View from the Mount’, the blog of Mount Saint Vincent University President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Ramona Lumpkin. Education goes hand in hand with social and economic prosperity…