New McCain Centre celebrates the contributions of women
Posted: 29 May 2015
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On May 29, 2015, Mount Saint Vincent University marked the opening of its new Margaret Norrie McCain Centre for Teaching, Learning and Research. The first building on a Canadian university campus dedicated to the accomplishments…
MEDIA ADVISORY: Mount to open first building on a Canadian university campus dedicated to the accomplishments of women
Posted: 25 May 2015
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New McCain Centre opens Friday, May 29 What: Join the Mount Saint Vincent University community as we celebrate the opening of the new Margaret Norrie McCain Centre for Teaching, Learning and Research – the first…
Atlantic ConnecTions Conference Encourages Women in Science, Engineering, Trades & Technology to ACT!
Posted: 22 May 2015
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According to 2011 Statistics Canada data, only 26.9% of people working in natural sciences, engineering, and mathematics are women, though women make up 48% of the Canadian workforce. The Atlantic ConnecTions Conference aims to advance…
#Euromaidan—History in the Making
Posted: 21 May 2015
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From November 2013 to February 2014, Mount Saint Vincent University post-doctoral fellow and faculty member Tamara Krawchenko (Family Studies & Gerontology) watched news reports of Ukraine’s Euromaidan protests in “horror and awe.” Today Dr. Krawchenko…
Spring convocation celebrates achievements of students, faculty and honorary doctorates
Posted: 15 May 2015
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Mount Saint Vincent University (the Mount) celebrated approximately 600 graduates from 22 countries during spring convocation ceremonies held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on May 14 and 15. Students crossed the stage from Arts, Science, Education,…
Mount Saint Vincent University to host U.S. expert in literacy and educational equity
Posted: 11 May 2015
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Free public lecture with Dr. Susan Neuman Education (P-12), and in particular developing student math and literacy skills, are hot topics in Nova Scotia currently, following the provincial government’s release of its Education Action Plan.…
Achieving his dream while helping others achieve theirs
Posted: 11 May 2015
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Graduating from the Mount is a dream that Ayodeji (Ayo) Aladejebi has held on to for over a decade. Originally from Lagos, Nigeria, Ayo’s journey at the Mount began in 2005, but due to unforeseen…
Mount valedictorian keeps a global perspective
Posted: 11 May 2015
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“The Mount may be a small school, but they are committed to ensuring that I feel part of something big” Andrew Fleming was admittedly a bit nervous leaving his home in Southampton, Bermuda to attend…
Driven by a desire to help
Posted: 11 May 2015
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“The Mount has been a warm, cozy, comfy place, but it has also been a place that gets you to push your limits.” Catherine Alexander wasn’t considering returning to university when she left Toronto having…
2015 Mount academic and athletic awards showcase student accomplishments
Posted: 8 May 2015
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Honouring insatiable learners, earnest volunteers, outstanding athletes, and consistent achievers This year’s academic awards reception celebrated notable Mount students across many disciplines for their exceptional academic achievement and commitment. And, at our spring athletic awards…