150 People Profile: F. Marie Jones – Alum and life-long MSVU volunteer
Posted: 18 July 2023
Education | Alumni
F. Marie (Martin) Jones built the foundation of her post-secondary education at Mount Saint Vincent, graduating from the institution with a Bachelor of Arts in 1951, a Certificate in Education in 1952, and a Bachelor…
From student to educator: How MSVU transformed Saira Bano’s teaching career
Posted: 17 July 2023
Education | Alumni
Mount Saint Vincent University has played a pivotal role in Saira Bano’s life and career in education, inspiring her to make a difference in the lives of hundreds of students around the world. “The support…
Halifax lawsuit shows why sex workers need legal protections
Posted: 17 July 2023
Political Studies | Research
Being in a legal grey area means sex workers are at a disadvantage when they have been the victim of a crime or defrauded. (Shutterstock) Meredith Ralston, Mount Saint Vincent University A sex worker in…
150 People Profile: Karen Hudson – Mount alum and leader in Africentric education
Posted: 14 July 2023
Uncategorized | Alumni
Engaging Black students in deep discussions around their powerful history, culture and identity was Karen Hudson’s objective in creating the Black Excellence Day leadership summit recently held at MSVU, and it’s a goal she achieved…
Joys of summer reading: the books we’re devouring are likely influenced by someone we know and trust
Posted: 14 July 2023
Uncategorized
People’s ways of choosing books are significantly influenced by our offline relationships and book browsing habits. (Shutterstock) Danielle Fuller, University of Alberta and DeNel Rehberg Sedo, Mount Saint Vincent University If your bag is packed…
MSVU donors shaping the future: Celebrating the launch of the 1873 Society
Posted: 13 July 2023
Uncategorized | Alumni
On Thursday, June 8, Mount Saint Vincent University hosted the formal launch of the 1873 Society, a legacy-giving club for donors, alumni and friends who support MSVU and its students. The event was held to…
150 People Profile: Rosemarie Sampson – Mount alum, psychology professor, former administrator and donor
Posted: 11 July 2023
Psychology | Alumni
Dr. Rosemarie Sampson’s nearly lifelong connection to Mount Saint Vincent University spans more than 60 years, from her arrival as a student to her transition to psychology professor, and finally to her appointment as Dean…
150 People Profile: Megan Pegg, Felt artist and MountAbility graduate
Posted: 5 July 2023
Uncategorized | Alumni
Megan Pegg is an exceptional artist whose work has left an enduring mark on Mount Saint Vincent University. Before graduating from the MountAbility program this spring, Megan was entrusted with the task of designing special…
MSVU celebrates the installation of 42 more women on its Riva Spatz Women’s Wall of Honour
Posted: 29 June 2023
Uncategorized | Announcements
On Wednesday, June 28, 2023, Mount Saint Vincent University celebrated a new group of honourees who had recently been installed on the Riva Spatz Women’s Wall of Honour. The only one of its kind in…
MSVU part of team hosting former First Lady Michelle Obama this October
Posted: 28 June 2023
Uncategorized | Announcements
In recognition of our 150th anniversary, MSVU is proud to be part of the team hosting the former First Lady Michelle Obama in Halifax this October! The lead organizer for the event is the Nova Scotia…