Message from VP Administration in relation to reported sexual assault on campus
Posted: 2 November 2017
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Update: Posted on October 27 at 4:55p.m. Late this afternoon, the police issued a media release confirming that they have someone in custody in relation to the sexual assault that was reported to have occurred…
From refugee to university grad: The story of Abshiro Abdille
Posted: 2 November 2017
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For 29-year-old Abshiro Abdille, the road to graduation has been long and filled with twists and turns. From her early days as a Somali living in a refugee camp in Kenya, through to her new…
Valedictorian profile: Nadira Al Nasleh
Posted: 1 November 2017
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For Nadira Al Nasleh, a Palestinian-Canadian, having the opportunity to live in both Jordan and Canada as a child has shaped who she is today. Born in Jordan, Nadira’s family moved to Halifax when she…
Valedictorian profile: Barbara Cochrane
Posted: 31 October 2017
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When she graduates with a Bachelor of Arts degree this fall, Barbara Cochrane of Sheet Harbour, Nova Scotia, will be crossing the convocation stage for the third time. By next May, she hopes to be…
Valedictorian profile: Bhreagh Ross
Posted: 30 October 2017
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Bhreagh Ross of North Sydney, Nova Scotia, is going places. A student at Mount Saint Vincent University for the past four and a half years, she’ll cross the convocation stage to receive her Bachelor of…
Mount conference readies business and tourism students for future careers
Posted: 24 October 2017
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43rd annual Learners & Leaders event takes place October 26 On Thursday October 26th, 2017, the 43rd Annual Business & Tourism Conference at Mount Saint Vincent University will connect university and college students with the…
Former President Dr. Ramona Lumpkin recognized for her contributions to gender equality
Posted: 18 October 2017
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Dr. Lumpkin named recipient of Persons Case Award The Mount is thrilled to share the news that recently-retired President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Ramona Lumpkin, CM, is among six Canadian women being recognized for their outstanding…
Word on the Street (Dr. Nathaniel Street, that is)
Posted: 17 October 2017
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Mount English professor Nathaniel Street on the power of language to challenge our perception of the world Mount English Professor and Writing Coordinator Dr. Nathaniel Street is curious about the world and how we use…
The Mount to celebrate new honorary degree recipient and installation of 13th President and Vice-Chancellor
Posted: 11 October 2017
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Mount Saint Vincent University will recognize the achievements of several hundred students during fall convocation ceremonies on Sunday, November 5, 2017. The University will officially install its new President and Vice-Chancellor at the morning ceremony,…
Research Looks at Barriers to Employment by Older Adults
Posted: 6 October 2017
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Media release from the Province of Nova Scotia: Research is underway to better understand the barriers older adults experience when they are looking for work. “Many older Nova Scotians are still working or actively looking…