Engaging Black students in deep discussions around their powerful history, culture and identity was Karen Hudson’s objective in creating the Black Excellence Day leadership summit recently held at MSVU, and it’s a goal she achieved…
Alumni
On Thursday, June 8, Mount Saint Vincent University hosted the formal launch of the 1873 Society, a legacy-giving club for donors, alumni and friends who support MSVU and its students. The event was held to…
Dr. Rosemarie Sampson’s nearly lifelong connection to Mount Saint Vincent University spans more than 60 years, from her arrival as a student to her transition to psychology professor, and finally to her appointment as Dean…
Megan Pegg is an exceptional artist whose work has left an enduring mark on Mount Saint Vincent University. Before graduating from the MountAbility program this spring, Megan was entrusted with the task of designing special…
June Lumsden, the Director of Athletics and Recreation at Mount Saint Vincent University, has dedicated over forty remarkable years to building the university’s athletics and recreation programs, during which time she has positively impacted the…
Suzanne (Sue) Drapeau, BSc (’80), BPR (’83), MBA (Dalhousie), dedicated a great amount of her time, talent and treasure to MSVU during her seven years as a student. Sue received the President’s Prize from Dr.…
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…
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…