Mount athletics attracts scholar
For most students, finding the right balance between school and extracurricular activities is a constant battle. Yet for first-year Mount Saint Vincent University student Emily Burke, it seems to come naturally. Whether it’s on the soccer field or in the classroom, she is no stranger to success.
From the small community of New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Emily was searching for a university that would provide her with quality education and a sense of community. She was introduced to the Mount by her high school soccer coach, a former Mount soccer player, who motivated her to apply to the university. After attending an information session, Emily realized that the Mount offered the kind of environment she was looking for. “Class sizes are tiny compared to other places. It makes it a lot easier to learn and do well. I feel like I know everyone on campus. The students and professors here are real people that I can relate to. My experience at the Mount has been great so far. I love it!”
Emily is enrolled in the Bachelor of Science program, which will give her the background she needs to become a dentist. She is confident that the Mount’s personalized education will give her an advantage and the confidence she needs to achieve her dream.
As a President’s Scholar, Emily is even closer to her dream. Her high grades and strong commitment to her community have earned her the President’s Scholarship, a total value of $36,000 over four years.
In her hometown, Emily is actively involved in countless activities. She coaches the local soccer team, tutors math, sings at church and volunteers as a Youth Health Leader. In grade 12, she was named most valuable player of her high school soccer team. Throughout her studies at Breton Education Center, Emily was a committed student. She was awarded the Lieutenant Governor’s Medal and the Queen Elizabeth II medal.
“I find when I need support people are more than willing to help me out, so I love to be involved with my community because I feel like I’m giving something back. I've met a lot of people through volunteering and it is something that I will continue doing.”
The scholar keeps busy by playing striker on the Mount’s soccer team and by reading more books she ever thought possible. By getting involved and living on campus, Emily quickly adapted to the university lifestyle and built close friendships. “I play soccer with a great bunch of girls and the people I have met while living on campus have been amazing. Everyone’s doors in residence are always opens so it makes me feel right at home.”