150 People Profile: The late Janet Marie Drapeau (nee Higgins) – MSV Academy Alumna of 1957
Posted: 14 June 2023
English | Alumni
Janet Marie Higgins (1939 – 2015) graduated with a high school diploma from Mount Saint Vincent Academy in 1957. But her experience in the Halifax area school system was anything but ordinary. She was born…
150 People Profile: Dr. Mairi St. John Macdonald – Former Director of Continuing Education at MSVU and honorary degree recipient
Posted: 12 June 2023
Education | Alumni
The late Dr. Mairi St. John Macdonald was a remarkable educator and advocate for mature students. She left a lasting legacy in the field of continuing education. Originally from Montreal, Dr. Macdonald dedicated her life…
Event series focuses on Africentric representations of peace
Posted: 9 June 2023
Child and Youth | Community engagement
In late April, Randy Headley, Black Student Support Advisor at Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU), and Dr. Catherine Baillie Abidi, Assistant Professor in the Department of Child and Youth Study at MSVU, together with community…
Even after an indictment on federal charges, ‘persecuted’ Donald Trump could win again
Posted: 9 June 2023
Political Studies | Research
Former President Donald Trump reacts as he visits with campaign volunteers in Des Moines, Iowa this month. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall) Jeff MacLeod, Mount Saint Vincent University Donald Trump has reportedly been indicted on federal charges…
Announcement of MSVU’s new Governance Secretary and General Counsel
Posted: 8 June 2023
Uncategorized | Announcements
To the MSVU community, I am writing to share the news that Sara Knight has been appointed Governance Secretary and General Counsel at Mount Saint Vincent University. She will begin in the role on July…
MSVU and King’s launch first Indigenous course in Communication Studies
Posted: 5 June 2023
Communication Studies | Experiential learning
This Indigenous History Month (June), Mount Saint Vincent University is proud to launch a groundbreaking collaboration with the University of King’s College with the introduction of a new Indigenous Media Literacy course (GPRL 6203 /…
Five things to know about Drag Queen Story Time
Posted: 5 June 2023
Education | Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
Contrary to misconceptions, exposing children to diverse expressions of gender identity supports their natural development and fosters inclusivity. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer) Conor Barker, Mount Saint Vincent University and Daniel G. Seguin, Mount Saint Vincent University…
Get involved this National Indigenous History Month
Posted: 1 June 2023
Uncategorized
To the MSVU community, There is a lot on the minds of Nova Scotians these days with wildfires burning in several parts of our province. Our hearts are with all those who have suffered the…
150 People Profile: Meet Sister Cecilia Margaret Young – Alum (BMus ‘44), professor, and talented musician
Posted: 30 May 2023
Child and Youth | Alumni
The late Sister Cecilia Margaret Young, a distinguished member of the Sisters of Charity–Halifax, left a lasting mark on the world of music education, and her legacy continues to inspire students and educators alike. A…
Update: Supports for those affected by wildfires
Posted: 30 May 2023
Uncategorized | Announcements
Dear MSVU students, faculty and staff, It’s been a very difficult couple of days for members of our university and broader communities. We are thinking of all those impacted by the wildfires in Nova Scotia,…