Francophone Tutoring at the MSVU Writing Centre to start in January
Bonjour! Studying French at the Mount this term?
Francophone tutor Kevin Hudon is in the Mount Writing Centre EMF 203 Monday mornings and Thursday noon: make an appointment to have a private, free, hour of French writing support for any stage of your course assignments and essays. Jan 20 – March 31. By advance appointment.
To self-book an appointment: click here and choose the “Francophone” portal, then click on a day to see available times, choose a time, fill in your name and email, click “Book” – done! https://outlook.office365.com/book/MountWritingCentre@msvuhfx.onmicrosoft.com/
Or email us and we’ll do it for you! writing@msvu.ca
À bientôt!
Welcome the new MODL Language Lab Supervisor
New Year, new Language Lab Supervisor for the MODL Department! Let’s give a warm welcome to Erin Moulton! Erin will be taking over from Enzo Le Doze, who will be greatly missed, and we are sure she will do an excellent job.
Here is what Erin says about herself: “I am from Halifax and went through the French Immersion program from grade primary to grade 12 before beginning my undergrad at MSVU, with a major in French, minor in Sociology & Anthropology. As a student, even very young, I always had a huge appreciation for the French language, and always enjoyed learning. During my time at MSVU, I was a Language Lab Monitor for two years, helping students with their French language acquisition through individual practice and conversation. I am looking forward to take on this new role and continue to encourage students in their learning of the French language. When I was a student, the Language Lab was a space that was very open and accepting that undoubtably helped with my French, and I look forward to passing that along to more students, as the supervisor.”
If you would like to meet Erin in person, you can find her in SAC 333 (MODL Language Lab), Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
2024 President’s Award for Service to the Extended Community – Dr Larry Steele
Congratulations to Dr. Larry Steele, who received the 2024 President’s Award for Service to the Extended Community. The award was given during the President’s Holiday Luncheon on December 20th, 2024.
The President’s Award for Service to the Extended Community recognizes an individual whose contributions provide value to the larger community, beyond the university, requiring a substantial volunteer commitment. Such contributions often influence positive change in the extended community. This year’s recipient of the President’s Award for External Service has had a transformational impact on the lives of many.
Larry Steele has been working for MSVU for 32 years. During this time, he taught an incredible number of courses to an even greater number of students.
Since 1995, Larry has hosted the radio show Trois Beaux Canards on CKDU, every Thursday without fail, from 7 to 8 pm. His show promotes a diversity of French music across every musical style, which allows his audience to constantly discover new tunes. He also regularly shares his platform with musicians, singers and song writers through interviews. All those elements contribute to making Trois Beaux Canards a weekly treat for many. And he brings his expertise back to the classroom, since he teaches FREN 3318 Francophone Songs, which is always a popular course.
Read more about Dr. Steele’s achievements in the official notice about the award.
2023-2024 MODL Department Student Awards
On Thursday April 4, the MODL department held a very beautiful ceremony at the “Meadows” to present the recipients of the 2023-2024 student awards. Parents, friends, staff, students and their professors gathered to celebrate student success in a relaxed atmosphere. Congratulations to all!!
La gagnante du Prix du Consulat de France 2024 : Olivia Bazot!
En tant que récipiendaire du Prix de l’alliance française 2024 pour l’Université Mount Saint Vincent, Olivia s’est qualifiée, avec une dizaines d’autres étudiant.e.s des universités de la région atlantique, comme finaliste pour le Prix du Consulat de France dans les provinces atlantiques. Les finalistes ont soumis des textes ou des vidéos expliquant leur vision des valeurs défendues par les Jeux olympiques et deux d’entre eux se sont mérité le Prix du Consulat de France, qui consiste dans un séjour de deux semaines au Francoforum de Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon. Olivia a soumis une vidéo qui a conquis le jury et elle s’envolera ainsi pour Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon cet été. Bravo, Olivia, nous sommes très fiers de toi!!!
New! FSL Bursaries!
We are proud to announce that we have awarded seven FSL bursaries for the 2023-24 academic year! Congratulations to the recipients! Take a look at their testimonials!
We have twelve $3000 bursaries to give out for the 2024-25 academic year!
Eligible students must take 5 courses in French at MSVU. French must not be your first language. For more information, click here.
Les 120 ans de l’Alliance française
Professeurs, étudiants et amis du département ont fêté les 120 ans de l’Alliance française lors d’une soirée remplie de musique, de discours et de bonnes bouchées!
Prix Fenêtre sur la Francophonie
Established by faculty members from the Department of Modern Languages, the Fenêtre sur la
Francophonie award provides funding towards a one-week trip to France (or French
territory) to participate in a language and cultural program recommended and approved by
the Department. This award is presented annually to a student specializing in French who
achieves outstanding results in French courses and who has demonstrated great interest
towards French language and culture. In the summer of 2022, Nya Urciuoli (below) went to Angers, France.
2022-2023 Winner: Alyssa Evans
