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…
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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…
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…
Mount Saint Vincent University celebrated more than 675 graduates from 26 countries during its spring 2023 convocation ceremonies on May 18 and 19, 2023. In her address to graduates, MSVU President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Joël…
The late Sister Mary Lua Gavin founded MSVU’s Biology Department in 1950, becoming the only woman chair of a biology department in Canada at the time. She used to recall many meetings beginning with “Gentlemen…and…
Joanne Bernard, BA, MBA, has shown an exceptional dedication to community throughout her work with MSVU and a successful career in the non-profit sector and politics. Today, she continues to give her time to the…
It would be difficult to find someone whose commitment to volunteerism or love of Nova Scotia compares to that shown by Dale Godsoe, CM – a long-serving community leader who has both been a member…
John R. Sylliboy, BA, MEd, and PhD student, made history at MSVU as the first student to defend his graduate thesis in Mi’kmaq and English, graduating with a Master of Education in Educational Foundations in…
Putting his passion and drive to work for others comes naturally for Ayo Aladejebi, who has long shown a deep commitment to meaningful community service. Serving as Director, Race Relations, Equity, and Inclusion at the…
During its spring convocation ceremonies to be held on May 18 and 19, 2023, Mount Saint Vincent University will recognize the achievements of several hundred students and bestow an honorary degree on the Honorable Dr.…