Spring convocation celebrates achievements of students, faculty and honorary doctorates
Posted: 19 May 2017
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Mount Saint Vincent University celebrated more than 600 graduates from 18 countries during spring convocation ceremonies held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on May 18 and 19. Students crossed the stage from Arts, Science, Education, and…
Science Communication student named Mount valedictorian
Posted: 16 May 2017
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“I really feel that science communication is needed now more than ever in Canadian society and students who choose this path will have significant impact across the globe.” Rachel Witt will be a long way…
Mount faculty receive NSERC Promoscience funding for new program
Posted: 16 May 2017
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New community SciMath program to engage girls and Aboriginal youth A new initiative by Mount Saint Vincent University faculty, a Community SciMath program, has received funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of…
MA Education student named Mount valedictorian
Posted: 15 May 2017
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Adrian Downey demonstrates a deep passion for human rights and Indigenous issues Adrian Downey, of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, is an extremely well-rounded and passionate student. In fact, his academic experience extends far beyond his own…
History (Honours) student named Mount valedictorian
Posted: 15 May 2017
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Janet Mills has “enriched the lives” of History faculty and fellow students during her time at the Mount To Mount History student and valedictorian Janet Mills, there is a truly fascinating, personal quality to history…
A zest for learning that runs in the family
Posted: 12 May 2017
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Mom and daughter set to graduate together When Joanne Roberge (centre in photo below) crosses the stage later this month at convocation with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree (with distinction), her daughter, Megan, will…
Soon-to-be science grad building a career in research
Posted: 9 May 2017
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Daniel Andrews has his sights set on the future as he prepares to graduate from the Mount later this month with his Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Biology. He will be continuing his studies…
Mount Students’ Union and University administration sign first memorandum of understanding
Posted: 4 May 2017
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A commitment to student engagement Members of the Mount Saint Vincent University Students’ Union (MSVUSU) and the University administration have signed the first-ever memorandum of understanding between the two organizations, marking a major commitment to…
Conference seeks to advance opportunity for women in underrepresented fields
Posted: 1 May 2017
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Atlantic ConnecTions Conference to take place at the Mount May 3 and 4, 2017 According to 2011 Statistics Canada data, only 26.9% of people working in natural sciences, engineering, and mathematics at that time were…
Mount student awarded an unforgettable Ottawa experience
Posted: 28 April 2017
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Mount student Nathan Horne is the latest recipient of the Andrew and Charles R. Bronfman Award in Canadian Studies. The award, presented annually, includes full travel costs for one week in Ottawa for a student…