Did you know that among Nova Scotia universities, MSVU is home to the longest-standing accredited co-op program (established in 1979) and the second highest number of co-op students? In fact, every program at MSVU now…
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Results of a new study show the need for more, easily accessible mental health and social support services for pregnant and postpartum people and their families. (Shutterstock) Kiera O’Neil, Mount Saint Vincent University and Jennifer…
Phoebe Smith came to work at Mount Saint Vincent University on October 28, 1974 for a three-month job, or so she thought at the time. Instead she has stayed “forever.” Phoebe has now worked as…
Halifax, NS – March 13, 2023 – Several MSVU faculty members are recent recipients of new funding totaling more than $2.5 million from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. CIHR Project Grants Dr. Derek Fisher, Professor and Chair,…
Cheyenne Hardy is a 4th-year student in Child & Youth Study at MSVU with an anticipated graduation of spring 2023. She is known for her highly dedicated and impressive track record of community leadership, advocacy…
When MSVU international students first touch down in Halifax, Kay Balite is often there to greet them and drive them to their new home away from home. At busy times of the year, she could…
There’s no disputing that advancement of women remains important. We’ve come a long way in many respects, but there’s still MUCH work to be done. In particular, much work remains when we consider advancement of…
Nancy Ruth, CM, BA, MA, DipTh, DHumL, is the namesake of the Nancy’s Chair at MSVU and a well-known feminist activist, philanthropist, and former Canadian Senator. Endowed by Nancy, the Nancy’s Chair at MSVU was…
A scholar, philanthropist, professional dancer, and World War II veteran, the Mount’s Dr. Marial Mosher was many things. Born in Halifax in 1917, Marial Mosher was passionate about dance. At 18, she moved to New…
Jacquie Gahagan, Mount Saint Vincent University and Shannan M. Grant, Mount Saint Vincent University Heart disease affects 2.6 million Canadians, and is the second-leading cause of death in Canada. Women continue to be at higher…