Mount Saint Vincent University

Open Campus Day is fast approaching! Join fellow future students on November 8 for a day on campus, learning about your future life as a Mount Mystic. Meet current students, your future faculty, recruitment staff, and so much more.

Open Campus Day registration is now open. Sign up here: https://www.msvu.ca/future-students/recruitment-events/

Case Management Fundamentals (CMF) is an 8-week microcredential exploring the foundational elements of case management. Participants will explore topics and develop skills related to advocacy, building relationships, communication and more related to case management.

Registration for Case Management Fundamentals is open until September 25, with 25 seats available. Classes are held online on Wednesday evenings from 6-9 PM AST beginning October 2.

More info and registration: https://www.msvu.ca/academics/microcredentials/case-management-fundamentals/

Mount Saint Vincent University will bestow the degree of Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa, on Ruby Blois at the convocation ceremony taking place on Sunday, October 20 at 10 a.m.

Ms. Blois is a trailblazer, community leader and former health care executive who has had a transformational impact on health care not just in Nova Scotia, but across the country. During her career she sought more space for women leaders at board room tables where women were previously underrepresented – her efforts ultimately paving the path to those very tables for future generations.

Learn more about Ms. Blois here: https://www.msvu.ca/ruby-blois-to-receive-honorary-degree-from-mount-saint-vincent-university/

When not deep into his teaching and research endeavours, Dr. Zachary Zimmer can often be found on the stage. He’s performed in the Halifax area for a number of years, including at the Halifax Fringe Festival.

From September 19 to October 5, he’ll take to the stage with the Dartmouth Players for their production of The Laramie Project, which reflects on events surrounding the real life beating, hospitalization and funeral of a young gay man, Matthew Shepard, in Laramie, Wyoming in a hate crime perpetrated in 1998.

Find out more about Dr. Zimmer and The Laramie Project here: https://www.msvu.ca/from-classroom-to-curtain-msvu-professor-to-perform-in-the-laramie-project/

Four graduate students pursuing research projects at Mount Saint Vincent University are among the latest recipients of Scotia Scholars Awards from Research Nova Scotia.

Congratulations to Robyn Ashley, PhD in Educational Studies student (Doctoral Scotia Scholar), Katelyn Ford, MA in School Psychology student (Scotia Scholars Master’s Award), Dan Shanahan, MA in School Psychology student (Scotia Scholars Master’s Award) and Yara Yazbek, MA in School Psychology student (Scotia Scholars Master’s Award) on your well-deserved awards!

Read more about these exceptional graduate students: https://www.msvu.ca/msvu-graduate-students-receive-scotia-scholars-awards-for-health-research/

Calling all MSVU community members! Have what you need to be safe on campus?
Stay safe with the MSVU SAFE App and Mount Alert!🛡️

📲MSVU SAFE App: A mobile campus safety app that connects you to a number of safety and security tools from the palm of your hand that is FREE to all faculty, staff and students of MSVU. It will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources such as:

✅Contact security with the push of a button
✅Travel safe on campus
✅Report a concern

💻Mount Alert: MSVU’s system for alerting you to urgent safety concerns and unplanned campus closures, such as severe weather events and power outages. With Mount Alert, you can customize your emergency notifications so you get them the way that works best for you. Receive alerts via:

📧 Email
📲 Text
📞 Phone
💻 Computer Display

Ready to take control of your safety in just TWO simple steps?

1️⃣ Download the free MSVU SAFE app today at http://www.msvu.ca/msvusafe
2️⃣ Sign up for Mount Alerts at http://www.msvu.ca/mountalert

*ATTENTION Android users: App updates will only be available by downloading a new version of the app. If you have the previous version, you will still receive the notifications, but will not be able to update the app to newer versions. To help ensure that our users have the most up to date application, please download the new app, and remove the previous version.

Happy first day of classes, Mystics!

Visit the link below to read a Welcome message from MSVU's President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Joël Dickinson.

https://www.msvu.ca/welcome-to-the-2024-academic-year-a-message-from-the-president/

Welcome and welcome back, MSVU students!

Student Experience’s mission is to provide you with the best possible supports so you can make the most of your time as a student. Click the link below to get the top 10 updates to student services from Keltie Jones, JD, DBA, Associate Vice-President, Student Experience at MSVU.

https://www.msvu.ca/top-10-student-experience-updates-for-fall-2024/

Separating myths from facts is critical to stopping s*xual violence! To learn more about MSVU’s Policy Against Sexual Violence, and find out how you can get support if you’re a victim of s*xual violence, visit https://www.msvu.ca/s*xualviolence.

We're sending a huge WELCOME to our students who are moving in today! Let us know in the comments which Residence will be your home away from home this year – Assisi, The Birches or Westwood!

Check out our video tours to see what our residences have to offer: https://www.msvu.ca/future-students/campus-tour-videos

FREE EVENT: Indian Classical Music: An Interactive Exploration!

Join us on September 7 from 3:00-7:00 pm in the Rosaria Multipurpose Room for an afternoon of Indian Classical Music. Experience performances of this ancient yet flourishing art form, listen as the performers share stories of their musical journeys, and join in the conversation about the significance of this creative expression for all of us.

Learn more and register: https://meditativeinquiry.wixsite.com/ashwanikumar/about-1

Congratulations to recent graduate, Hannah d’Eon, who earlier this month was awarded the annual Adele Hite Knowledge Translation Student Award by the Journal of Critical Dietetics for her exceptional paper titled “Bridging Challenges and Opportunities Associated with Designing an Indigenous-Focused University Course in Dietetics Curriculum: A Narrative Review.” Hannah graduated from MSVU this past May with a Bachelor of Applied Human Nutrition degree (Dietetics) with Honours. MSVU Applied Human Nutrition Department

Read more about Hannah’s prestigious award: https://www.msvu.ca/recent-msvu-grad-honoured-by-the-journal-of-critical-dietetics/

We are so excited to welcome our incredible, diverse student body back to campus. At MSVU, we embrace what makes each of us unique, including ethnicity, s*x, s*xual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, mental and physical ability, socio-economic status, age, religion, and political affiliation. Some of the supports and services we offer include our Indigenous Student Centre, Black Student Support Advisor, 2SLGBTQIA+ resources, Accessibility Services, etc.

Learn more about our commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility: https://www.msvu.ca/about-msvu/equity-diversity-inclusion-accessibility-edia

From orientation to graduation, we’re here to support you! We have a whole team ready to help with career planning, physical and mental wellbeing, finances, academic success, and much more.

Learn more about the many services and supports available to you as an MSVU student: https://www.msvu.ca/campus-life/a-z-list

The department of University Relations invites applications for the 8 Month, Full-time Term Contract Position of Term Student Recruitment Officer.

The Student Recruitment Officer contributes to the ex*****on of the student recruitment strategy, the dissemination of marketing and promotional materials, the ex*****on of recruitment initiatives; and communication with prospective students, parents, guidance counselors and other stakeholders with professionalism and confidence.

Effective communication, presentation and public speaking skills are needed for the promotion of university programs, services, financial considerations and expected outcomes to prospective students, parents, and educators. A strong commitment to excellent customer service and a dedication to building lasting relationships are also requirements of this position.

Learn more and apply: https://jobs.careerbeacon.com/details/term-student-recruitment-officer/2106428

MSVU Orientation kicks off this week so get ready to Find Your Flock! Stay on top of all fall 2024 Orientation activities by following .orientation on Instagram and by visiting https://www.msvu.ca/orientation.

Ready to Lead (R2L) is a microcredential series designed for experienced frontline continuing care assistants (CCAs), residential care workers (RCWs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) to help you prepare for leadership roles in continuing care.

R2L has been funded through a generous grant from Nova Scotia Labour, Skills and Immigration. Through this grant, MSVU is able to offer 20 seats in the program at no cost to participants.

Get more info and apply: https://www.msvu.ca/academics/microcredentials/ready-to-lead/

Interested in seeing more training for s*xual health and consent? Become a facilitator and learn how to host training sessions.

Waves of Change is about creating safe & supportive communities!

LUNCH AND HONORARIUMS PROVIDED ($)

Join us on September 6, 10am - 5pm in McCain 301

Register by August 23

For more information, contact Olivia Landry at [email protected].

Waves of Change is a program with the aim of reducing s*xual violence and creating safer communities. This training is a great opportunity for those interested in teaching, women's studies, public speaking, and more. Sign up for this training to become a facilitator for Waves of Change!

Case Management Fundamentals (CMF) is an 8-week microcredential exploring the foundational elements of case management. Participants will explore topics and develop skills related to advocacy, building relationships, communication and more related to case management.

CMF has been approved for 42 continuing professional development credits by the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists. Get more info and apply: https://www.msvu.ca/academics/microcredentials/case-management-fundamentals/

Meet Florence Joseph, a recent MSVU graduate and NSERC Student Research Award recipient.

As part of her award, Florence is working in Dr. Tamara Franz-Odendaal’s lab, investigating how papillae spacing in birds’ eyes affects bone development. This research explores the developmental patterns of these papillae and their role in bone formation.

This project is funded by

Discover more about Florence’s research experience with Dr. Franz-Odendaal and how this is setting the stage for her future career:

https://www.msvu.ca/meet-florence-joseph-research-assistant-and-nserc-student-research-award-recipient/

Meet Alyssa Babb, a recent MSVU graduate and NSERC Student Research Award recipient.

As part of her award, Alyssa is working in Dr. Mirwais Qaderi’s lab, studying how different forms of nitrogen and the plant growth hormone abscisic acid can mitigate the effects of climate change on plants. This research focuses on improving crop resilience under climate stress.

This research is funded by the Canada Foundation for Innovation, the Nova Scotia Research and Innovation Trust, and MSVU.

Discover more about Alyssa’s research experience with Dr. Qaderi and how this is shaping her future career:

https://www.msvu.ca/meet-alyssa-babb-research-assistant-and-nserc-student-research-award-recipient/

Meet Eli LeDrew, a recent MSVU graduate and NSERC Student Research Award recipient.

As part of his award, Eli is working in Dr. Tamara Franz-Odendaal’s lab, studying the effects of simulated microgravity on bone development in larval zebrafish. This research aims to understand how space-like conditions impact bone growth and could inform space travel and regenerative medicine.

This research is funded by and

Discover more about Eli’s research experience with Dr. Franz-Odendaal this summer and how this is impacting his future career:

https://www.msvu.ca/meet-eli-ledrew-research-assistant-and-nserc-student-research-award-recipient/

Congratulations on a fantastic performance, Sloan and Katie!

ANOTHER MEDAL 🇨🇦

’s Sloan MacKenzie and Katie Vincent take home bronze in the women’s canoe doubles 500m sprint final 🥉