Sharing the stories of our community

We have wonderful stories to tell at the Mount and we are dedicated to sharing them with the world.
A wide range of experts are available to speak on topics such as parenting, aging, social policy, politics,
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First Year Students Part of a Welcoming Community

Posted: 25 May 2016

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“There are so many opportunities to get involved. The people are awesome.” The Mount stood apart from the others Amy Tattrie did her homework when selecting a university. While in high school, Amy investigated several…


A Personal Quest of Discovery

Posted: 25 May 2016

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“The Mount will give you the opportunity to embrace your individuality and figure out what is best for you.” Educate to Improve Yourself Kyle Rogers believes that before you can determine your professional goals, you…



No Ordinary Online Authority

Posted: 25 May 2016

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“Social media is like a balancing of the scales. Before social media, we just consumed what other people had to say – spokespeople, celebrity endorsers and experts. Today we all get our say and everyone…


Blogger, Tweeter, Activist, Feminist & Future World Changer

Posted: 25 May 2016

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“Originally, I was considering leaving Halifax to study. Then I discovered a bigger world to explore right here.” The Mount’s Co-operative Education is more than a means to earning money Allison Sparling found her way…


A World of Opportunity Awaits

Posted: 25 May 2016

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“When I was younger, I always remember my father telling me to think outside the box, so now I jump at any opportunity that comes my way.” Searching for Adventure Kyle Stubbs, a recent graduate…


Building on a legacy

Posted: 25 May 2016

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“We are very different, have different problems, clearly, but at the same time we are all humans and therefore we share a lot of similar problems and concerns globally.” Taking the Mount to the United…


Testing the waters ‘up north’

Posted: 25 May 2016

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“It’s a small community at the Mount, but you get the feeling while you’re there that you can accomplish a lot.” Learning outside the classroom Originally from Sydney, Nova Scotia, Erin Van Dusen had a…



First graduates of Master of Family Studies and Gerontology program

Posted: 25 May 2016

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In 2015, the Mount announced a new graduate program: the Master of Family Studies and Gerontology. The department of Family Studies and Gerontology has long been offering graduate students the opportunity to pursue a thesis-based…