The Honourable Margaret McCain announces legacy gift to MSVU in support of early childhood
Posted: 31 October 2023
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Largest donation in university’s 150-year history Mount Saint Vincent University is thrilled to announce that The Honourable Margaret Norrie McCain has made a legacy gift of $10 million to the University in support of teaching,…
A Long, Rich History
Posted: 30 October 2023
Uncategorized | Announcements
Black Nova Scotian mother-daughter MSVU alumni from East Preston, Nova Scotia, Cassandra and Amber Grosse, carry on family tradition For Cassandra and Amber Grosse, attending Mount Saint Vincent University is a way of carrying forward…
150 People Profile: Hillary Clinton, a political trailblazer with a lasting MSVU connection
Posted: 26 October 2023
Uncategorized | Alumni
Hillary Clinton has broken ground for women in politics and has left a lasting mark as a politician, diplomat, lawyer, writer, and public speaker. She served as the 67th Secretary of State in the US,…
Violet Paul appointed Special Advisor on Indigenous Affairs at MSVU
Posted: 24 October 2023
Uncategorized | Announcements
Mount Saint Vincent University alumni Violet Paul, BA, LLB has been appointed the new full-time Special Advisor on Indigenous Affairs at MSVU. She began in the role on October 10, 2023. Supporting Indigenous student success…
Status Quo Challenger: Tyler Simmons
Posted: 23 October 2023
Uncategorized | Community engagement
Achieving academic success and leaving a lasting mark on the MSVU community through his dedication to extracurricular activities, passion for education, and unwavering commitment to improving the lives of others. Hometown North Preston, NS Program…
Status Quo Challenger: Dr. Tamara Franz-Odendaal
Posted: 23 October 2023
Uncategorized | Community engagement
Has dedicated her professional life to empowering and encouraging girls and women to carve their own paths in the traditionally male-dominated fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). Hometown Cape Town, South Africa Currently…
Status Quo Challenger: Samantha Rioux
Posted: 23 October 2023
Uncategorized | Community engagement
Hometown PEI Currently Living In Halifax MSVU Program of Study MA in Child and Youth Study MSVU Grad Year 2021 Samantha’s MSVU Experience “The support and guidance I have received at the Mount have been…
Status Quo Challenger: Dr. Joël Dickinson
Posted: 23 October 2023
Uncategorized | Community engagement
Passionate about education and dedicated to providing students with access to quality education and impactful experiences, with a strong commitment to supporting the growth and development of women and underrepresented communities in Halifax. Joël’s MSVU…
Status Quo Challenger: Jessie Jollymore
Posted: 23 October 2023
Uncategorized | Community engagement
Innovator and advocate for racialized youth and those at risk of food insecurity. Founder and Executive Director of Hope Blooms, a youth-led social enterprise and registered charity located in the inner city of Halifax, Nova…
Status Quo Challenger: Cheyenne Hardy
Posted: 23 October 2023
Uncategorized | Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
Known for her highly committed and impressive track record of community leadership, advocacy, dedication to helping others, and academic success. Hometown and current town: Dartmouth, NS Program of Study Bachelor of Child and Youth Study…