Sharing the stories of our community

We have wonderful stories to tell at the Mount and we are dedicated to sharing them with the world.
A wide range of experts are available to speak on topics such as parenting, aging, social policy, politics,
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Mount hosts regional symposium on outdoor play

Posted: 30 November 2012

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Shifting the Tides on Outdoor Play aims to improve health outcomes for youth Halifax, NS – Researchers, community partners, and health promotion experts gathered at the Mount on Thursday for a one-day symposium aimed at…


Mount grad puts research into action for the elderly

Posted: 26 November 2012

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An interest in gerontology led to hands-on research In her late teens and early 20s, Thea Brown spent a lot of time volunteering with organizations such as Meals on Wheels and adult day programs, projects…


Mount students “Putting the Bias Back in the News”

Posted: 21 November 2012

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Big opinions led to the new Bluenose Bias webcast Mount students Joshua Robin Young and Sean Joudry have created a webcast called the Bluenose Bias, and the show holds true to its namesake. The Bias…


Mount Opens Doors to Celebrate Unique Research Partnership

Posted: 15 November 2012

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On November 13, Mount Saint Vincent University (the Mount) invited the Halifax community to celebrate a unique research partnership between the Mount and the continuing care community as part of the Association of Universities and…


Mount President elected to AUCC Board

Posted: 2 November 2012

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For Immediate Release Halifax, NS – Mount President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Ramona Lumpkin has been elected to the 13-member board of directors of the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC). As a director…


Mount celebrates first graduates in Science Communication

Posted: 1 November 2012

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Innovative program to address Canada-wide need; graduates to bridge science and the larger public Convocation is an important day for all graduating students. They bask in their friends and families’ warm wishes, and as they…



Mount to Honour Leaders in Human Rights and Medicine

Posted: 25 October 2012

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For Immediate Release Halifax, NS – The Mount will honour local leaders in the fields of human rights and medicine as part of this year’s Fall Convocation. Convocation ceremonies will be held October 28 in…


Valedictorian Profile: Jennifer Whytock, BA, BEd, MEd

Posted: 24 October 2012

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On October 28, Jennifer Whytock will graduate with a Masters degree in Education, focusing on supporting learners with diverse needs and exceptionalities. Born in Calgary Alberta, Jennifer moved to Dartmouth Nova Scotia at a young…


Valedictorian Profile: Dayle Eshelby, BA

Posted: 24 October 2012

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This native of Shelburne County, Nova Scotia, has triumphed to find her place as a community-minded change activist. Dayle Eshelby is also a cherished daughter, friend, mother and now university graduate who radiates understated pride…