Marking African Heritage Month at MSVU
Posted: 30 January 2023
Uncategorized | Announcements
Dear MSVU students, faculty and staff, February is Black History Month in Canada, referred to as African Heritage Month in Nova Scotia, and an opportunity to learn about the culture, history and experiences of Black people across the country…
150 People Profiles: The late Alexa McDonough – Honorary degree recipient and interim president
Posted: 29 January 2023
Uncategorized | Awards
Dr. Alexa McDonough, OC, ONS, received an honorary degree from MSVU in 2009 and served as the university’s interim president from 2009 to 2010. Over her remarkable life, Alexa has been recognized as a trailblazer…
150 People Profiles: The late Terrence (Terry) Paris – Librarian Emeritus
Posted: 29 January 2023
Library | Awards
Terrence (Terry) Paris (1948-2021) was a beloved member of the MSVU community, whose career at the Mount spanned 42 years. Terry was known for his integrity, generosity and many contributions to the Library, the University,…
MSVU turns 150: Launching a year of reflection and celebration
Posted: 26 January 2023
Uncategorized | Announcements
Mount Saint Vincent University officially marked the start of its 150th anniversary activities with a launch event held January 24, 2023 in the Elizabeth and Fred Fountain Atrium of the McCain Centre. MSVU’s history is…
MSVU AVP Research awarded QEII Platinum Jubilee Medal
Posted: 26 January 2023
Uncategorized | Awards
From left to right: Donna Bourne-Tyson, Dr. Jacquie Gahagan, Carlye Stein Congratulations to Dr. Jacquie Gahagan who received a QEII Platinum Jubilee Medal at an investiture ceremony held at Government House on January 24, 2023.…
MSVU students put socially responsible business ventures to the test
Posted: 26 January 2023
Business Administration | Community engagement
Social Enterprise for a Day (or SE4D) is an annual two-day workshop that immerses MSVU Business and Tourism students in the world of social enterprise – combining opportunity for learning from the experts with a…
The history behind Caritas Day: A day for MSVU to pay it forward
Posted: 25 January 2023
Uncategorized | Announcements
In the early hours of January 31, 1951 – one of the coldest nights of that year – a fire was discovered in a storage area adjacent to the kitchen in the Motherhouse portion of…
150 People Profiles: Sister Catherine Wallace
Posted: 23 January 2023
Uncategorized | Alumni
Catherine Wallace (1917-1991), OC, BA, MA, PhD, LLD, LLD (Civil), DHumL MSVU President from 1965 to 1974 Dr. Catherine Wallace was the fourth president of the Mount (from 1965 to 1974) and the president at…
1st Family STEAM Day coming to MSVU: ALL are welcome
Posted: 19 January 2023
Education | Announcements
(Photo credit: UBC) Mark your calendar for February 25, 2023, because you’re not going to want to miss the first Family STEAM Day at Mount Saint Vincent University. This FREE event is open to the…
Frost Week offering a warm welcome to students this winter
Posted: 12 January 2023
Uncategorized | Announcements
Orientation isn’t just a fall thing! Students new to MSVU this January are getting a special orientation to the university through Frost Week activities. And they’re being joined by returning students. A chance to learn…