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New University Librarian

Posted: 5 June 2024

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To the campus community, I am delighted to announce that Jeannie Bail will be our new University Librarian, effective August 12th. Jeannie holds a Master of Science degree in Library and Information Science from the…



Marking National Indigenous History Month

Posted: 4 June 2024

Uncategorized | Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility

To the MSVU community, With the recent start of June came the start of National Indigenous History Month in Canada. National Indigenous Peoples Day is coming up on June 21. Both are occasions to recognize and celebrate the…


Shannex donates $500,000 to MSVU for healthy aging research & innovation

Posted: 28 May 2024

Applied Human Nutrition | Announcements

A $500,000 gift to Mount Saint Vincent University from Shannex will support the establishment of a new Shannex Centre for Workforce Wellbeing, including a new research chair, new learning opportunities for students and emerging scholars,…


Dr. El Jones receives honorary degree from Acadia University

Posted: 21 May 2024

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MSVU Assistant Professor in the department of Politics, Economics and Canadian Studies Dr. El Jones was recognized with an honorary degree from Acadia University at their spring convocation ceremony held Friday, May 17. “Author, poet,…


MSVU celebrates spring 2024 graduates, honorary degree recipients

Posted: 17 May 2024

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Mount Saint Vincent University celebrated more than 675 graduates from 24 countries during its spring convocation ceremonies on May 16 and 17, 2024. Students crossed the stage from arts, science, education, and professional programs to…


Meet valedictorian Stephanie Fernandes

Posted: 13 May 2024

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In the words of her nominators, valedictorian Stephanie Fernandes has been “exemplary in volunteerism and dedicated service to advance children’s education and welfare”. Throughout her time at MSVU, she has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills –…


Meet valedictorian Winny (Wei) Liang

Posted: 13 May 2024

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Winny’s professors describe her as “extraordinarily driven and engaged in learning” while her classmates call her a mentor. She inspires those she works with through her deep commitment to excellence and community. This spring, she…


Meet valedictorian Morgan Hussey

Posted: 13 May 2024

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Not only has Morgan Hussey excelled in the classroom while at MSVU, but she’s also demonstrated exceptional leadership through her extensive involvement in a diversity of additional activities. Morgan is graduating this spring with a…


MSVU Child Study Centre growing with $5M government investment

Posted: 10 May 2024

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The governments of Canada and Nova Scotia today announced a multimillion-dollar expansion of the Child Study Centre at MSVU. The total cost of the project is $10 million. Half is being contributed by government ($2M…