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EDITORDonna Redmond Gates, BPR ’95

UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENTAssociate Vice-President, Advancement:

Jone E. Mitchell, CFREAdministrative Assistant: Erin HemeonManager, Alumnae Relations: Shani PearsonProgram Coordinator, Alumnae Relations:

Beth Pyesmany ArsenaultProgram Coordinator, Alumnae Relations(Interim): Krista ArmstrongManager, Development: Lori Scott BPR ’86Program Coordinator, Development:

Debbie McIntosh, BPR ’95Campaign Researcher/Communications Assistant:

Heather Hanson, BBA ’06Systems Analyst: Kathleen Brown, BSc ’98Records Clerk: Kathryn BakerAlumnae Researcher:

Minakshi Lal, current Mount student

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THE MAGAZINE FOR MOUNT ALUMNAE AND FRIENDS

Contents5 Mount Presents World Podium Speakers’ Series

8 Learn More About Building Tomorrow Together

16 Independent Thinking Leads to Innovation

19 Another Terrific Alumnae Weekend

On the cover

Mount Students on the future site of the Teaching, Learning and Research Centre


EDITOR’S NOTE

It is truly gratifying to see the progress of the Mount’sCapital Campaign. Our alma mater is showing itsbeauty and progression in a very real way.

These are extremely competitive times for charitabledollars. We all have many options to weigh when itcomes to choosing the dollars we give. I for one amtruly impressed with the momentum this effort isgaining and the professionalism in which theCampaign is being showcased to us as alumnae andothers in our community.

On a more personal note, I’d like to thank those ofyou who shared such terrific feedback with theUniversity Advancement team regarding the last issueof Folia Montana – our first ever in full colour. Hopeyou enjoy this one just as much.

See you in 2009.

Donna Redmond Gates, BPR ’95

This is a time of great change, and nowhere is this truerthan in the post-secondary landscape.

Today’s universities are facing new challenges. Emergingtechnologies, a global community and the competition fortalent in the workplace are inspiring universities to rethinktraditional modes of education. At Mount Saint VincentUniversity, we are quickly adapting to these changes andembracing the opportunities they present.

Our strategic plan, Destination 2012, was created torespond to this shifting landscape and will continue toguide the Mount to become a national leader in creatingthe best university experience. Implementation ofDestination 2012 is well underway, and the communityrecently celebrated the many successes we’ve achieved so far.

Integral to the success of the strategic plan is ourBuilding Tomorrow Together capital campaign. This CapitalCampaign will provide for an expanded campus throughthe construction of a new Teaching, Learning andResearch Centre, will support enhanced academicexcellence and will contribute to increased scholarships,to recruit and develop independent thinkers who will helpshape our world.

Alumnae are vital to our future. Our strength lies in yourcontinued involvement with the Mount Saint VincentAlumnae Association, participation in alumnae events andfeedback on issues that affect our University. And yourcontributions to our Capital Campaign not only allow youto play a key role in our future, but are fundamental toour continued growth and success.

This is an exciting moment in Mount history, and Iencourage you to continue to be involved and to stay in touch.

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BookClubSpiritual Journey:A Collection of Limited EditionSurrealPhotographs(Authorhouse) by MichelleBaikie, MEd ’O7.

Senator Bill Rompkey for Labrador,Canada Digital imaging and dyesublimation allow Baikie to drape aspiritual, almost ethereal, haze over thephotographs she manipulates. Modernprocesses combine with the historicalquality of her images to create,paradoxically, a revealing documentaryof the development of the province andits impending changes. Baikie continuesto sharpen her artistic eye in thecolourful surroundings of Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Labrador. She is the owner ofMRB Photo Communications.

UniversalReflections: Art and Poetry(PrintingServices,University ofSaskatchewan)by Dr. LourdesHeber, BScN ’75.

This body of work is a study in reflectiveart as an outlet for the ‘creative self’ topromote an intellectual challenge andpersonal satisfaction. The poems in thisbook are an expression of experiencesand professional and personal interest inpeople and their realities. This bookintegrates visual art with poetry to reflecta lifetime of observations andadventures.

Women andFibromyalgia:Living with anInvisible Disease(iUniverse) by Dr. BarbaraKeddy, BScN’75.

Fibromyalgia, a musculoskeletalcondition characterized by widespreadchronic pain and fatigue, specific tenderpoints, and sleep disturbance, is a majormedical and social concern. Drawing onher own experiences as well as thestories of twenty other women living withthe challenges of fibromyalgia, Dr. Keddy,discusses current theories of causes andtypes of treatments. She also speculatesabout why this condition is moreprominent among women than men. Bysharing these stories, Keddy highlightsthe invisibility of the daily difficultiesfibromyalgia sufferers face.

Remembering:one woman'sWorld War IIstory (GlenHaven Press)by the late Dr.Marial Mosher,the founder of

the Canadian Studies program anda former professor of Sociology &Anthropology and CanadianStudies.

This book captures Dr. Mosher’srecollections of life as an officer in theCanadian Women’s Army Corps (CWAC)established in September 1941. She wasinvolved from the start and servedoverseas, retiring with the rank of Major.

Zapatismo BeyondBorders – NewImaginations ofPolitical Possibility(University ofToronto Press) by Dr. AlexKhasnabish,

Assistant Professor, Department ofSociology and Anthropology.

This book explores a movement thatreshaped the way activists think aboutand practice political action. TheZapatista movement began in Mexico onJanuary 1, 1994 when a guerrilla army ofindigenous Mayan peasants rose up inthe Mexican state of Chiapas. TheZapatista rebellion aimed to challengeboth recent and long-standing injusticesin Mexico, but the insurgents also soughtto communicate with others engaged intheir own struggles outside the bordersof their country.

In the Shadow of the Raven(Lulu.com) byPatricia Parsons,Professor,Department ofPublic Relations.

While teaching at a Canadian university,ex-pat American English professor SeanO’Hara stumbles on the diary of his great-great-great grandmother, Bridget Ryan.Having completed his doctoraldissertation on Edgar Allan Poe’s work,he’s astonished to discover that she andPoe were contemporaries, and more thanthat, she actually knew him. The reader isswept into Bridget’s life in Boston andBaltimore in the nineteenth century.

Faculty and Alumnae Books

Folia Montana 3If you are a graduate of the Mount and have recently published a book, please let us know. Email us at [email protected]


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It was with great sorrow that the Mount Saint Vincentcommunity learned of the passing of Marial Mosher onOctober 4, 2008. Mosher was a long-time professor with theSociology and Anthropology Department at the Mount, whoworked to establish the Canadian Studies Program. In 1984,her contributions to higher education were recognized byMount Saint Vincent University with The Marial MosherScholarship in Canadian Studies and Sociology/Anthropology.She ended her career at the Mount in 1988 when she retired,but continued to stay active as a guest lecturer and memberof the Canadian Studies Society.

Mosher had a long and varied career. While her later workwas academic, Mosher began her career in New York City,where she studied dance and performed on Broadway. MajorMosher served in the Canadian Women’s Army Corps as asenior officer during the Second World War. Following the war,she returned to academia, earning Masters Degrees fromAcadia and the University of Toronto. She completed adoctorate at Simon Fraser University and earned a PhD inAnthropology from Dalhousie University.

Education proved to be a lifelong interest of Mosher’s. Moshersaw her role as educator as one to “break down barriers”, bethey culturally or gender defined. Her contribution to women’seducation, elder learning and the history of dance wasrecognized in 2004 with Mosher’s appointment to the Order ofNova Scotia. She was also honoured for her 50 years ofservice in the Canadian Federation of University Women.

According to colleague and friend, Dr. Della Stanley, AssociateProfessor, Department of Political and Canadian Studies,Mosher saw life as “a trip of curiosity and learning”. She wasa teacher, a friend and a nurturer. She had a full life and aretirement filled with friends, dance and her beloved Westies.Stanley speaks for many when she says, “It was more than anhonour to know Marial – it was an experience.”

Memorial donations can be made to the Mount Saint VincentUniversity Canadian Studies Society. To donate, please call902.457.6470.

The Mount has lost one of its former leaders. Dr. Naomi L.Hersom passed away on June 27, 2008. Dr. Hersom was thePresident and Vice-Chancellor of Mount Saint VincentUniversity from 1986-1991.

Hersom was born in Winnipeg, and graduated from theUniversity of Manitoba with degrees in Arts and Education.She received her PhD (Education) from the University ofAlberta in 1969.

She was a supporter of women’s issues and mentored manyyoung women in her educative and administrative roles.Colleague Dr. Anne MacCleave, Associate Professor,Department of Education, remembers Hersom as a pioneerfor women in education and taking leadership roles. Shesays, “There were very few [female] administrators orleaders of any sort at one time…Women like Naomi werethe pioneers to break ground, becoming strongadministrators and knowledgeable and educated leaders.For that reason, I consider her a leader in Education.” Atthe time of death, she held Honorary Degrees from sevenuniversities which recognized her unique contributions toeducation. She was also recognized by her friends andcolleagues in 1991 with the establishment of the Naomi L.Hersom Endowed Scholarship at Mount Saint VincentUniversity.

According to her family’s obituary, Naomi’s first love andinterest was working with Intervarsity Christian Fellowshipand international fellowship of evangelical students,contributing both as a staff member and a board member.She was active in her church, and lived daily the words ofMicah 6:8, “to act justly, love mercy and walk humbly withher God.” She is survived by her brother, Harvey, and themany special friends she made in her time on earth.

Memorial donations may be made to the Naomi L. HersomScholarship by contacting the Department of UniversityAdvancement at 902.457.6470.

MAJORMARIALMOSHER, PhD,ONS, CD

DR.NAOMI L.HERSOM

Lives to Celebrate


CAMPUS NEWS

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By Krista Armstrong

The World Podium Speakers’ Series got offto an inspirational start with “My Road to an Authentic Life” with the Duchess of York,Sarah Ferguson. The Duchess spoke in St. John’s on September 15 and in Halifax on September 16, 2008.

The Duchess arrived on stage at the HalifaxMetro Centre following an introduction byMount Saint Vincent University PresidentKathryn Laurin. After thankingLaurin for being an “amazing lady”,Ferguson talked about her day inHalifax, referencing local hauntsMills Brothers Department Store andCafé Chianti. She recognizedLieutenant Governor, TheHonourable Mayann E. Francis, ONS,DHumL ’04, who was in theaudience, thanking her for comingand calling her a “strong lady at thehelm.” It was a humble and fittingbeginning to a night which felt,according to alumna Lisa Whynott,BOA ’94, “like sitting on a sofa,having a chat with a friend.”

Sarah Ferguson lead the audience on achronology of her early experience: hercountry upbringing, her time as a royal, herdivorce, her financial hardships, and herstruggles with weight. When she “marriedthe world” at age 24, her victories andfailures became public record and tabloidfodder. Following the dissolution of hermarriage and subsequent bankruptcy,Ferguson’s confidence was shattered. She was at her lowest point when hergrandmother gave her the advice that would change her life: go out and see how lucky you are. And she did.

In the following 20 years, Ferguson hasdeveloped a well-deserved reputation as an“Ambassador for Change.” Turning the tableson the media, Ferguson now uses the publicstage and her position to bring awareness

to global issues affecting women andchildren. Ferguson describes herself as a“foghorn for silent whispers” and seeks togive a voice to those people without themeans or platform to speak for themselves.In her Halifax talk, she brought awareness tothe global issues of healthcare, racism,obesity, and the right to education. She“leads from the front” with her work withthe Little Red Foundation and her newestproject, Hartmoor LLC, a multi-mediacompany based in New York, devoted to

innovative lifestyle design, education, andcharitable giving (www.sarahferguson.com).She is not afraid to look silly or kick upsome dust if she sees something that shebelieves is wrong. As she says, “if it canmake a difference, then who cares?”

She speaks to social responsibility, an issue which is at the core of the Mountphilosophy. Ferguson had just left Romania,where she and her daughter Beatrice wereworking with Romanian gypsies and theRomanian Government to promote tolerance,education and awareness. This socialresponsibility is something that she teachesher children, both in words and in action.

Ferguson’s tone was informal and funny. Shedid not have a script and spoke, instead,from the heart. By speaking in universalthemes and referencing popular culture, the

audience related to Ferguson and hermessage of social responsibility, globalstewardship, and hope became that muchstronger. Whynott liked her approach, saying“she talked one-on-one with everybody –she was not preaching.” From the talk,Whynott took away what the Duchess refersto as her 3-C’s for living: communication,compassion, and compromise. This issomething she has incorporated into herpersonal and professional life, evenincluding a short piece on it in her company

newsletter. Whynott says,“Compromise and compassion oftenget overlooked, but they’re soimportant. If we all did that, theworld would be a better place.”

The evening closed with an armchairinterview with CTV’s Steve Murphy.Ferguson dominated the stage,handling his questions withtrademark cheekiness and wit. Whenasked how she would define herself,given her wide range of roles, shechose the one that was nearest toher heart – mother.

The Duchess closed her speech by impartingwhat she calls her “nuggets” – little bits ofwisdom gleaned on her road to an authenticlife: “Don’t believe your own stuff all thetime.” “Live and give.” “Don’t beat yourselfup.” “Go forward with courage and self-respect.” “Smile.” “Be who you are.”“Choose to be happy.”

Choose to make a difference.

Mount Saint Vincent University is thepresenting sponsor for the World PodiumSpeakers’ Series. World Podium aims to bringtop-level speakers who engage audiences on issues, people and events that shape our world. The series is designed to spotlightwomen of achievement and their growinginfluence on geo-political, economic, cultural and social issues. Future speakingengagements in this dynamic series will be announced as they are confirmed.

Duchess of York Opens World Podium Speakers’ Series

The Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson, with President Kathryn Laurin


Leading Philosopher in Education Honouredwith InternationalConference

The work of one of Canada’s pre-eminentphilosophers of education was honoured bythe University with an international conferencein October of 2008.

Dr. William Hare gained recognition in 1979with the publication of his book Open-Mindedness and Education, and has recentlyretired as a full-time professor at the Mount.Scholars from across North America gatheredat the University to discuss and examine hismain philosophical interests; open-mindednessand critical thinking and what contributes tothe nature of good teaching.

Having taught thousands of teachers duringhis 35-year career at both the Mount andDalhousie University, Dr. Hare has had aprofound influence on generations ofeducators.

“He is a person of integrity,” said formerstudent, Dr. Michelle Forrest, BA ’70, now anassociate professor at the Mount. “He humblypractices the professional virtues he frames forus in his writings. What a privilege to havehim as a teacher, mentor and colleague.”

Dr. Hare has received many prestigiousawards, including the Distinguished ServiceAward from the Canadian Association ofFoundations of Education, as well as theMount Saint Vincent University Award forResearch Excellence. He also managed topublish several books, write more than 60articles and act as President of the CanadianPhilosophy of Education Society from 1984 to1986. At the May 2008 convocation, he wasnamed Professor Emeritus of Education byMount Saint Vincent University.

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CAMPUS NEWS

Dr. Kathy Darvesh recognizedfor Teaching ExcellenceThe Mount Saint Vincent Alumnae Award for Teaching Excellence ispresented annually in recognition of superior teaching and inappreciation of a faculty member’s contributions to the high standardsand goals of higher learning.

A committee of faculty, alumnae and students evaluate nominees throughclassroom observation, a philosophy statement on teaching and personalinterviews. Candidates are assessed on their concern and attention tostudent needs, their successful communication of subject matter and thereputation they have earned for superior teaching from students andcolleagues alike.

This year, the honour was presented to Dr. Katherine Darvesh, AssociateProfessor in the Department of Chemistry and Physics.

Dr. Darvesh has been educating and enlightening Mount students foralmost two decades. Whether she’s encouraging students to participatein class trips to prominent lectures, or rewarding a student with stickersfor a job well done, Dr. Darvesh is dedicated to sharing her passion forchemistry and physics.

She is a firm believer in providing students with the motivation to workregularly through weekly quizzes or assignments. Her diligence inproviding prompt feedback on those items reflects her desire to ensurethat students have an understanding of the material and are fullyprepared at exam time. After all, she says: “You get what you inspect,not what you expect.”

On being nominated for the Alumnae Award for Teaching Excellence, Dr.Darvesh was thrilled and surprised. “It’s an honour just to benominated,” she says, “especially at a school known for its commitmentto teaching.”

Dr. Darvesh considers herself a chemistry ambassador, navigatingstudents through the unknown and helping them to better understandscience. It is a role she hopes to continue for many years to come.

Darvesh applauded at Spring 2008 Convocation

Tree dedication for Dr. Hare (centre)


More than 1300 students received certificates, diplomas and degrees duringthe spring and fall convocation ceremonies. In May, forty student awardswere presented, including the Valedictorian Prize, which was awarded at eachof the three ceremonies to valedictorians Sarah Costelloe, BTHM ‘08, JoannaKeith, BEd ’08 and Jake Yorke, BSc(Hon) ’08.

The President’s Prizes were awarded to graduates whose generosity, energyand commitment enriched the University. The recipients included:

• Amy Eaton, BAA (CYS), ’08 with distinction, Bridgetown, NS• Elizabeth Jardine, MEd ’08, Halifax, NS • Bianca Ridler, BEd ’08, Halifax, NS • Jake Yorke, BSc(Hon) ’08, Parrsboro, NS

The University also conferred honorary degrees on three individuals whohave made outstanding contributions on the advancement of Canadiansociety and culture. They were: The Honourable Mayann E. Francis, ONSLieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia, Dr. Donald M. Julien, ONS and The RightHonourable Adrienne Clarkson, CC.

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Students bringFirst Refugee to Campus

CAMPUS NEWS

Mount Saint Vincent University welcomed itsfirst student refugee during the fall semesteras part of the World University Service ofCanada’s (WUSC) Student Refugee Program.The student is from the Dadaab refugee campin Kenya, where she has lived since fleeingSomalia in 1994.

In 2005, students and faculty membersformed a local WUSC committee to implementthe Student Refugee Program (SRP) at theMount and raise awareness of refugees fromasylum countries. In 2007, 93 per cent ofstudents voted in favour of the programwhich will provide support for a refugee toattend the University.

Students donated in excess of $10,000 andthe University’s President and Vice-Chancellor,Kathryn Laurin, waived the tuition andresidence fees.

“The whole committee is really excited aboutthe arrival of our first student refugee,” sayslocal committee member Ashley-Jane Chow.“And thanks to the overwhelming support ofthe student body we can continuecontributing to the WUSC student refugeeprogram for years to come.”

Mount students are excited about meetingthe student refugee and introducing her tothe University, Halifax, and Canada. DebiGoodwin is accompanying the student fromToronto and is writing a book entitled, “AYear in Canada,” which will follow studentsfrom Dadaab during their first year. The bookis to be published by Doubleday PublishingGroup.

Fifty-eight refugee students will be attendingCanadian universities and colleges this yearand the Mount is one of the 45 campusesparticipating in the SRP. WUSC is celebratingthe 1000th sponsored student arriving inCanada and its 30th anniversary of the SRP.Since 1978, WUSC’s Student Refugee Programhas enabled refugees from Afghanistan,Burma, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Somalia and Sudanto come to Canada and continue their post-secondary education.

The Mount Class of ’08

The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, CC

Dr. Sheela Basrur

Dr. Donald M. Julien, ONS

Dr. Mavis Staines

The Honourable Mayann E. Francis, ONS

In October, twenty-seven student awards were presented, including theValedictorian Prize, which was awarded at each of the two valedictorians Késa Munroe-Anderson, MEd ’08 of Lucasville, NS and Jeremiah Martell, BPR ’08of Arichat, NS.

The President’s Prizes were awarded to:

• Cathy Dora Carreau, MAEd ’08, Halifax, NS• Amber Dawn Daley, BA ’08, Lower Sackville, NS• Geoffrey Lemuel Sharpe, MEd ’08, Manchester, Jamaica

Mavis Staines, Artistic Director and Co-CEO of Canada’s National Ballet School,and the late Dr. Sheela Basrur, best known for her work during the 2003 SARSoutbreak in Toronto, both received honorary degrees during the ceremony.








Front: l-r: Tanya Baggio, BBA ’95, Sheldon Miller, BBA ’99 (VicePresident), Lara Ryan, BPR ’92 (President), Emma Higgins, StudentAlumnae Association, Angela Chipman, BAA (F&G) ’06, Mary LouLeRoy, BA ’79, BSc ’83

On stairs, front to back, left: Lisa Whynott, BOA ’94, Stephanie Hale,BOA ’03 (Secretary), Alison Stark, BBA ’95

On stairs, front to back, right: Jill Devanney, BSc ’03, BBA ’06(Treasurer), Velma Kaiser-Whitlock, BEd ’79, MEd ’06

MSVAAPresident’sMessageLara Ryan, BPR ’92

ALUMNAE NEWS

It has been an honour to continue to represent the alumnaeperspective at the University. As alumnae, we are keystakeholders in the future of the Mount and ensuring theUniversity’s reputation for academic excellence.

The MSVAA has had a busy few months making sure that weare offering opportunities for alumnae to be more engagedand supporting student success. We’ve made good progresson fulfilling our other strategic priorities for 2007-2008. Theywere: to focus on the Alumnae Award for Teaching Excellence;to focus on student awards and student relations; to developa stewardship plan; and to run cost-effective engaging eventsthat meet the needs of our alumnae.

We continue to support the University as it moves into theimplementation stage of the new strategic plan Destination2012. We also applaud the Board of Governors, the Universityadministration and the Capital Campaign Cabinet as theymove forward in their efforts to raise $16 million for BuildingTomorrow Together. The MSVAA is pleased to support theCampaign as an organization and through the personal giftsof individual board members.

The Association had a busy summer and early fall. The MSVGolf Classic at Granite Springs was a huge success despite thedriving rain on August 14th. Congratulations to the golfcommittee and co-chairs Sheldon Miller, BBA ’99 and CarolynNobes, MEd ’97 who surpassed the record result from lastyear! The revenue earned allows us to support studentscholarships, bursaries, activities and the University’s CapitalCampaign. Of course, special thanks to our Gold Sponsor,Aliant, and the Department of University Advancement for theirexceptional support for this event.

We were pleased to welcome members of the class of 1948and 1958 to campus during Alumnae Weekend 2008 in lateSeptember. Many other alumnae took the opportunity toreconnect during a valley wine tour and martini night atVinnie’s. It was great to see everyone and I congratulate thealumnae weekend committee for coming up with some greatideas for us to connect.

If you’ve been involved with us recently, I hope we cancontinue to count on your support. If not, why not make thisyear the year of a new beginning? The University is built andhas thrived on a foundation of community. It is thatcommunity of students, faculty, staff and alumnae that willhelp it to grow and continue to flourish well into the future.

Sincerely,

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Mount Saint Vincent Alumnae Association Board of Directors 2008-09

ExecutiveHonorary President: Kathryn E. Laurin, M.MusPresident: Lara Ryan, BPR ’92Vice President: Sheldon Miller, BBA ’99Past President: Nancy Zwaagstra, BScHE ’83Secretary: Stephanie Hale, BOA ’03Treasurer: Jill Devanney, BSc ’03, BBA ’06

Members at LargeTanya Baggio, BBA ’95Angela Chipman, BAA (F&G) ’06Angela Dufour, BScHE ’95, MEd ’98Jill Hurlbert, BTHM ’93Velma Kaiser-Whitlock, BEd ’79, MEd ’06Michael Kydd, BPR ’07Mary Lou LeRoy, BA ’79, BSc ’83Gary Logan, BA ’02Kevin Sanford, BBA ’03Alison Stark, BBA ’95Lisa Whynott, BOA ’94

Student RepresentativesKyle Rogers, Mount Students’ UnionEmma Higgins, Student Alumnae Association

Alumnae Representatives onThe Mount Board of GovernorsLara Ryan, BPR ’92Sheldon Miller, BBA ’99

Ex officioJone E. Mitchell, CFRE, Associate Vice-President, AdvancementShani Pearson, Manager, Alumnae Relations


ALUMNAE NEWS

Alumnae AssociationEstablishes ThreeNew Academic Prizes

The Mount Saint Vincent AlumnaeAssociation is pleased to announce theestablishment of three new academicprizes. In keeping with the Association’stradition, the prizes recognize academicexcellence while honouring a former faculty member. These prizes expand thereach of the Alumnae Association’s prizesto include education, professional studiesand science.

The prizes are:

DR. PATRICK O’NEILL Prize for Public Speaking

DR. MARY SCHOENEBERGER Education Prize

DR. LILLIAN WAINWRIGHT Biology Prize

The prizes will be awarded for the firsttime in the 2008-09 academic year.

These prizes are the most recent additionsto the long list of Alumnae Associationsupport for students which includes twoendowed scholarships, two endowedbursaries, three academic prizes, and oneendowed library research award. TheAlumnae Association also sponsors theAlumnae Award for Teaching Excellence and co-sponsors the Alumnae-Students’Union Leadership Award. As well, theAlumnae Association has pledged $20,000 to the Capital Campaign for the construction of the new Teaching,Learning and Research Centre.

Earlier this year Simon Kennedy, BPR ’91was named one of the Caldwell Partners’Top 40 Under 40™. Kennedy has had animpressive career with the federalgovernment. In fact, in 2007, he wasnamed by the Hill Times as one of the 100 most influential people ingovernment and politics in Ottawa.

He is currently Deputy Secretary to theCabinet (Plans and Consultations) at thePrivy Council Office. In this role, he isresponsible for providing assistance tothe Prime Minister and Cabinet indefining the government's objectives andpriorities; formulating policy on economicand fiscal matters, including the budget;and ensuring effective governmentalcommunications and consultation.

One of his key responsibilities is toprovide advice and support for Cabinetmeetings and planning retreats, as wellas to the Cabinet Committee on Prioritiesand Planning.

Kennedy will bring his breadth ofexperience in communications and policyplanning to Mount alumnae at theannual Halifax Alumnae Dinner. This willbe held at the Rosaria Student Centre onMarch 5, 2009.

In addition to his BPR, Kennedy alsoholds a master's degree incommunications management fromSyracuse University's Newhouse Schoolin New York.

Top 40 Under 40™ & Halifax Alumnae Dinner– what a year for Simon Kennedy

Applauding StudentAchievementCongratulations to the students whoreceived the MSV Alumnae Associationentrance scholarships.

Michelle Camara, daughter of Karen Camera,BCYS ’81, received the Mount Saint VincentAlumnae Association Endowed Scholarship,which is awarded yearly to the child of analumna/alumnus. Jenna Grant received the 125th Anniversary Mount Saint VincentAlumnae Association Scholarship.

Adrienne O’Pray also named oneof Canada’s Top 40 under 40™

Mount Board of Governor Adrienne O’Pray, was also named to this honour.The award is intended to honour Canadians who have already reached asignificant level of success before reaching the age of 40. The program wascreated to promote mentorship and professional development by introducingthese people to the business community so they can serve as role modelsto young Canadians.

O’Pray is currently Senior Vice-President, Operations with the Atlantic LotteryCorporation.

Simon Kennedy was one of threepublic relations graduates whorecently shared lessons on how their communications backgroundprepared them for executive roles at the Canadian Public RelationsSociety’s annual conference, held inHalifax this June.

The Deciders: Why public relations is a great foundation for strongleaders, also featured KelliannDean, BPR ’86, Deputy Minister ofNova Scotia Department of Tourism,Culture and Heritage and JudySteele, BPR ’82, FCA, Vice President,Emera Energy. The panel wasmoderated by Janet MacMillan, BPR’81, APR, Principal, MT&L PublicRelations Limited and Chair of theMount’s Board of Governors.

These leading corporate andgovernment decision-makersdiscussed the profound change theyhave seen as organizationsincreasingly seek out professionalswith a background or training inpublic relations for broaderleadership roles.

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Three local entrepreneurs showcased their classroom smarts on thenational stage in October with a successful appearance on CBCTelevision’s Dragons’ Den, a program which features aspiringentrepreneurs who present their ideas to a panel of Canadian businessmoguls.

David Reynolds, BBA, ’08 and current Mount business administrationstudent Riad Byne, along with business partner Drew McKenna, pitchedtheir company QuickSnap Inc. to the Dragons and walked awayunscathed with an investment of $125,000.

“Our appearance on the show was a tremendous experience – it wasexhilarating and overwhelming for our team,” said Reynolds, founder ofQuickSnap. “In the end, we walked out of the den confident that ourproduct is going to reach new heights through the knowledge andsupport of our new business partners.”

What began through inspiration and skills gained during the Mount’sEntrepreneurial Skills Program (ESP) has quickly grown into a flourishingcompany for Reynolds and his partners. Established in April 2003,QuickSnap produces a two-piece durable plastic clip that eliminates theneed to tie shoe laces. The innovative product is adjustable, fits anylaced shoe and ensures that laces never come undone.

With this new investment, the five-year old company is poised to growthrough increased promotional efforts and exposure to the public. Thefunding will go toward marketing the product and expanding thecompany’s current distribution network.

“Being on the program Dragons’ Den will push us to the next level,”added McKenna. “During the show we received a commitment fromDragon Brett Wilson to supply every Canadian troop currently servingoverseas with QuickSnap – his enthusiasm for the product is ademonstration that the possibilities for growth are limitless.”

Peter Murchland, BPR ’93, is using his media skills,honed at the Mount, to promote his new business. He has designed an innovative deck privacy system –PrivacyWrap – literally from his home in Halifax. Ittransforms an ordinary deck or patio into a beautifully-appointed, private, outdoor living space.

With its patent pending, the idea for PrivacyWrap cameout of a personal need. Last year, Murchland and hiswife moved to a new house with great neighbours butwith an open backyard. “We wanted some privacy onour deck but we didn’t want to completely shut out our neighbours with a tall, permanent fence,” saidMurchland, “so we created a semi-permanent solution.”

PrivacyWrap is made from a variety of specially-designed outdoor fabric panels and mountingaccessories inspired by Nova Scotia’s marineenvironment. The system is decorative, customizable,semi-permanent, cost-effective and easy to install.

PrivacyWrap has been featured on CTV’s Live at Fiveand in Canadian House & Home magazine.

“I have saved mybusiness a lot ofexpense by handling thecommunications andpromotion ofPrivacyWrap myself, andas I begin to focus onproduct branding I willbe drawing on my Mounteducation even more.”

Independent ThinkingLeads to Innovation

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A philosophy professor who inspired ageneration of Mount students will beremembered with a prestigious award.The Sister Frances Carmel Regan Awardwill be presented to an outstandingphilosophy student, beginning thisyear. The Class of ’51 started theaward fund at their 50th reunion. Thosegrads remember her classes as amongthe most challenging and rewarding oftheir college days.

A brilliant student, a charismaticlecturer, with a big smile and a Bostonaccent, Sister Frances Carmel, BA ’35delighted in practical jokes. Born in1913, she was just 17 when sheentered the Sisters of Charity. Afterundergrad work at the Mount andDalhousie University, she earned herMA and PhD at the University ofToronto’s Pontifical Institute of

Medieval Studies. A pioneer, certainly,as in one class she was the onlywoman and had to sit outside thedoor during the lecture. After a longacademic career, she was posted toWellesley Hills in Massachusetts, whereshe passed away in 1996.

Her prized collection of madonnafigurines, augmented in the yearssince, is housed with the Sisters’heritage collection.

The Sister Frances Carmel Regan Award in Philosophy is awarded to an outstanding philosophy student,upon recommendation of faculty.Donations to the Award can be madeby contacting the Department ofUniversity Advancement at902.457.6470.

Caroline Tucker, BSc ’08, was awarded The Julie Payette – Natural Sciences andEngineering Research Council of Canada(NSERC) scholarship – only one of 24students in Canada to do so.

Tucker majored in Biology and her areaof research expertise is plant ecology,more specifically the interactionsbetween plants and herbivores. Sheworked under the supervision ofAssistant Professor of Biology Dr.Germán Avila-Sakar.

“This scholarship will allow me to moveforward with my research,” said Tucker.“It’s going to enable me to pursue myPhD and learn more about plantecology. I’ve worked so hard for the lastfour years, it’s nice to have that hardwork validated with such an honour.”

Recipients of the one year $25,000postgraduate research scholarships arechosen based on academic excellence,research ability and potential, andcommunication, interpersonal andleadership abilities.

“Caroline is a profound thinker,” said Dr. Avila-Sakar. “She is a dependableand capable student, and she isextremely deserving of this award.”

Julie Payette, DHumL ’04, a Canadianastronaut, was invited by NSERC to lendher name to this prestigious award inpart because of her strong leadershipqualities and also because she strivesfor a high level of excellence in all shedoes. These qualities are ones thatNSERC is seeking to encourage andsupport in Canada’s top researchers.

Award HonoursSister Frances

CarolineTuckerAwardedNSERCScholarship


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Christine Power, BScN ’77, President & CEO of the Capital HealthAuthority in Halifax, was recently named one of the region’s Top 50CEOs by Atlantic Business Magazine. In being named a leadingexecutive, Power was assessed on her business and leadership acumen,reaction to challenges, sustained growth, and commitment tocommunity and her field.

Capital Health encompasses 1531 beds, 10 campuses, sevenfoundations, and more than 9900 employees, providing health careservices to 40 per cent of Nova Scotia’s population.

She began by meeting and listening to others and by buildingrelationships with various organizations, partners and governmentcontacts. She’s already making an impact, promoting health care inNova Scotia that embraces preventative measures like smoke free publicspaces, health education, physical activity, healthy food programs, andhealth services and programs for youth. Her long-term plan is totransform Capital Health into an establishment known for its excellenceand its pride.

Power was also the recipient of a SPARK Award, which was announcedat novaknowledge’s 15th anniversary luncheon. The Awards recognize“forward thinking” Nova Scotians whose insight and innovation enablethem to triumph over economic challenges and further the knowledgeeconomy.

Mount Board of Governors member Greg Grice was also named as a top50 CEO. Since he assumed the Regional President role in 2005, RBC inAtlantic Canada has achieved two years of record performance; theregion’s employee engagement leads the country – in fact it is wellabove the North American norm – and customer loyalty or likelihood torecommend is the highest in Canada.

Grice began his career with RBC in 1988 as a Business Banking AccountManager and since has advanced through the organization. He wasappointed Regional President of Atlantic Canada in November 2005.

Academic excellence, dedication to the field of psychology and outstandingcommunity service have earned Natasha Buchanan, BSc(Hon) ’08 the GeraldGordon Memorial Prize for OutstandingUndergraduate Achievement in Psychology from the Association ofPsychologists of Nova Scotia (APNS).

Buchanan was chosen from an exceptionalfield of candidates nominated fromuniversities across the province. “This is asignificant achievement,” said Dr. StephenPerrott, Associate Professor and Chair,Department of Psychology. “We are veryproud of Natasha. Her top-notchperformance and commitment to thecommunity are outstanding.”

Buchanan began studying psychologybecause of her strong belief that peopleshould be exposed to secure, dynamic andcompassionate environments. “I knew that acareer in psychology would enable me tomake this type of environment a reality forthose in need of a positive change.”

She is committed to enhancing the lives ofothers and giving back to her community.She is currently a literacy instructor with theLearning Disabilities Association of NovaScotia and she has volunteered as a phonehelpline volunteer with Feed Nova Scotia.Her volunteerism has also extended to theMount where she has served as president of the Mount’s Psychology Society and as a high school mentor with the University’s Tri-mentoring Program.

“I feel both excited and honoured to havebeen chosen as the recipient of this awardas part of such an exceptional group ofcandidates,” added Buchanan.

Dedication toPsychology Pays Off forMount Graduate

Christine Power & GregGrice Named Top 50 CEOs


by Krista Armstrong

September 19-21, 2008 sawAlumnae Weekend at the Mount,and whew – what a weekend theMount Alumnae had!

The weekend kicked off in stylewith a Wine Tour in the AnnapolisValley. Alumnae and friendsenjoyed lunch at The Tempestrestaurant, and learned about andsampled wine from Gaspereau andSte. Famille wineries.

Friday night saw Martini Night at Vinnie’s Pub. Amid lava lamps and blacklinens, grads sipped delicious martinis, and caught up with old friends. “ATaste of Tom Collins”, a lounge act featuring members of the Mountcommunity and led by alumnae Carol Ritchie, BPR ’05, put a new spin onold favourites.

Saturday was a day of reunion for the classes of 1948 and 1958. At theClass of ’48 Breakfast, long-time friends Anna Campbell, BScHE ’48, MaryUhl, BSc ’48, and Catherine “Costy” Allan, BA ’48, shared stories andlaughter of their time at the Mount. Those in attendance had a lot of fun,getting swept up in their stories and memories of the Mount of yesteryear.

The 50th Class Luncheon included members of the Academy Class of 1958and the College Class of 1958. Over a delicious lunch, President & Vice-Chancellor, Kathryn Laurin and MSVAA President, Lara Ryan, BPR ’92,toasted the women on this remarkable achievement. Carol Zanon, BSc’58, who was celebrating her 50th Reunion from the Mount College, had awonderful time catching up with classmates Anne Hallisey, BSc ’58, andBarbara Tramble, BSc ’58, BEd ’68, and “getting reacquainted with theMount.”

Alumnae from different generations enjoyed our Lobster Dinner atMacAskill's Restaurant. Zanon, who is a City Councillor in BC, remarked, “Ifound it especially rewarding to listen to the members of the 60th year andto be included with women who have such a strong sense of socialresponsibility and social justice.” Zanon left the weekend feeling goodabout her decision to come back. “The weekend exceeded myexpectations. I hope to make it back again before my 60th Reunion!”

Sunday was a day of reflection as grads attended Mass in the EvaristusChapel, then bid farewell to old friends and new at the Farewell Brunchat Nenagh. A few took in the Mount Mystics Women's soccer gameagainst Atlantic Baptist University, where the home team easily won 2-0. A great end to a great weekend!

The Alumnae Weekend Committee tried out a few new things this year.Pictures are now online. To view a slide show of the weekend, pleasevisit www.msvu.ca/alumnae. Thanks to all alumnae, students, friends,faculty and staff who came out to celebrate a shared history. See younext year!

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The Admissions Office had their recruitment vehiclewrapped with images from the Mount’s newestadvertising campaign and they hit the road this pastsummer, proudly displaying their new ride at communityevents and festivals all over the province.

“We love visiting different communities and taking part intheir local events,” says Melanie LeBlanc, a member ofthe summer recruitment team.

“They really appreciated and enjoyed us being there andwe loved seeing the communities where some of theMount’s students are from,” adds Coralee Malloy, amember of the summer recruitment team.

The team had a booth in each community they visitedand were kept busy answering questions and handingout Mount goodies. “The communities were always verywelcoming and the people were so friendly,” saysLeBlanc. “And we were always instantly recognizedwhenever we drove through the communities in theMount car,” laughs Malloy.

What’s next for the Mount’s attractive new car? It will be blazing the recruitment trail in the fall with theAdmissions team as they set out on their 16-week tour of the Maritimes, visiting various high schools throughoutthe region.

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Class Notes

1961BARBARA BURTON, BScHEBarbara extends warm wishes to theClass of 1961! She enjoyed their timetogether at the reunion a few years agoand looks forward to seeing them againsoon.

1968CARMEN VILLARREAL, ACADCarmen visited Mount Saint Vincent inSeptember – her first time back sincegraduating in 1968. Carmen was inHalifax for one day – it was a stop on thecruise she was enjoying with herhusband and family. Touring the campusand seeing the Motherhouse broughtback wonderful memories. Carmenwould love to hear from her classmates:[email protected]

1970DONNA (FINLAN) LINDSAY, BScNDonna is a proud grandmother to herbeautiful grandson, Eric. Together theyare pleased to announce the graduationof Eric’s parents, Ryan (2007) and Julia(2008), from Carleton University inOttawa, ON.

1978YVETTE CHIASSON, BHEc ’78, BEd ‘80Yvette has been working in schoolssince 1980, mostly in French education,but also as a literacy mentor and aschool administrator. She is now a gradeone teacher and loving it! She lives inBridgewater with husband Yves, Frenchconsultant for the South Shore Board.Her 19 year old daughter, Monique, is in2nd year BBA at St FX. Yvette would loveto hear from other '78 Home Ec.graduates!

1979PEGGY FERGUSON, BBAFor the second year in a row, Peggy hasbeen nominated for the RBC CanadianWomen Entrepreneur Award.Congratulations, Peggy!

1980VERONA SINGER, BAVerona has worked for the past 24 yearsin the areas of violence against women.After completing her BA in 1980, shereceived her Masters of CriminologyApplied from the University of Ottawa in1984. She is attending DalhousieUniversity as a PhD Candidate in theInterdisciplinary Programme, andteaches part-time at Saint Mary’sUniversity. She married Stephen Shay in1995 and has an 11 year old son, Roy.She is a member of the Nova ScotiaMass Choir, a multi-racial gospel choir.She extends a warm hello to all thoseclassmates from “Twit Corner”.

SHARON SKALING, BHEcCongratulations to Sharon Skaling forher appointment as President of Dressfor Success – Halifax. Sharon is well-suited for this position, given herexperience in perception management,as well as her committee work in thenon-profit sector. In addition to her newpost, Sharon is also president of twocompanies: Simply Sharon and Panoply3D Image Consulting Inc.

1988LYNN SHERWOOD, BScLynn is an Equine Experiential LearningTherapist at Shalom Ranch in Yorkton,Saskatchewan. This exciting field allowsher to work with at-risk children andyouth in partnership with school andmental health professionals.

1989JOANNE KERRIGAN, BPRAtlantic filmmaker Joanne is one of fourlocal artists to be honoured with a LindaJoy Award for filmmakers. Kerrigan wasawarded the Joy Post Award for theproduction of her satiric short film,“Gigantic Piledriver”. When not workingon this project, Joanne is part of 10filmmakers in the Atlantic Film Festival’s10 x 10 music program shooting andediting videos for the region’s emergingmusicians.

Appointmentsto Order ofCanada

In July 2008, three women with Mountconnections were appointed to theOrder of Canada by Her Excellency, TheRight Honourable Michaelle Jean,Governor General of Canada.

The Honourable Myra A. Freeman,ONS, DHumL ’04, Honorary Chair,Building Tomorrow Together, wasappointed Member of the Order ofCanada for her contributions to thepeople of Nova Scotia as an educator,community volunteer and formerlieutenant-governor. She has alwayschampioned young people and theirachievements.

The Honourable Brenda Robertson,ONB, DHumL ’73, was appointedMember of the Order of Canada for hercommitment to the people of NewBrunswick as the first woman elected to the provincial Legislature, and as amember of the Senate of Canada.

Martha Jodrey was appointed Officerof the Order of Canada for hercontributions as philanthropist,volunteer and fundraiser. She hassupported many educational, healthcare, cultural and community causesthroughout Nova Scotia, and has helpedto increase educational services forstudents with disabilities.


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1993JEFFREY REDDEN, BEdJeff is currently living in Penticon, BC withhis wife, Janet. He has just completed hisfirst year as principal of NaramataElementary School in the Okanagan SkahaSchool District.

1995ALISON STARK, BBA Alison accepted a position at the Mount asFinancial Analyst - Special Purpose Funds.Alison completed an AccountingCertificate at the Mount in May '08 and is amember of the MSV Alumnae AssociationBoard of Directors.

1997JENNIFER BOURQUE, BPRAfter spending the last few years withCommunications Nova Scotia, Jennifer ison assignment with the FederalDepartment of Fisheries and Oceans,Maritimes Region. She is exploring newchallenges as Manager of InternalCommunications.

CAROLYN CHAPLIN, BPRCarolyn is Vice-President,Marketing/Public Relations & AccountPlanning for The Idea Factory in St. John's,NL. She was recently on campus to speakto a PR class.

1998DAVID CAMERON, BPRDavid and his wife, Maureen, are thrilled toannounce the birth of their daughterDominique Estella on October 10, 2007.Dominique is a sister for Liam, 9, andIsabel, 7. David and his family now residein Birmingham, MI. He recently celebratedhis tenth year with The Dow ChemicalCompany, where he has served in anumber of Public Affairs roles. Currently,he manages Global MarketingCommunications for Dow’s Epoxy business.David may be contacted [email protected].

THE HONOURABLE CONSTANCE GLUBE,DHumLThe Honourable Constance Glube hasbeen appointed to the inaugural Board ofTrustees for the Canadian Museum ofHuman Rights.

MICHAEL JOHNSON, BAMichael and his wife, Melanie, have twochildren: William, 2 and Hugo, 10 months.They are currently residing in Embrun, ONwhere Michael works for the RCMP.

2001CRISTA (STONE) MacNEIL, BBACrista moved to the Valley last summerwith her husband Kyle and their daughterKenzie (2 years old). They have recentlypurchased a home in Kingston, NS.

2004MUHAMMAD SALEEM, BTHMIn March 2008, Saleem Malik (akaMuhammad Salem) was chosen from over300 applicants to receive a “Top 30 Under30” award by the Ontario Hostelry Institute.Saleem moved to Toronto in 2004 to beginhis professional career as BanquetServices Manager for the Granite Club.

JACQUELYNN (ROY) WELSH, BBAJacquelynn Welsh and her husband,Jamie, are thrilled to announce the birth oftheir happy, healthy and beautiful baby girl,Hannah Elizabeth. Hannah was born onSeptember 4, 2007.

2005ERICA (KOOPS) KRONSTAL, BAA(CYS)Erica was married in summer 2007 toJoseph Kronstal. She is currently living inKelowna, BC where she works as an InfantDevelopment Consultant.

2006JENNIFER CLARKE, BAA (IT)Jennifer was recognized for her quick-thinking and compassion in an article in theChronicle Herald. Jennifer noticed that aregular customer had not been in to therestaurant for a few days. She knew theelderly gentleman lived alone. She calledthe police – a call the authorities creditwith saving the customer’s life.

1959THE CLASS OF 1959 MSV ACADEMY

The MSVA 50th Class will be gathering August28-30, 2009. The organizing committee has aslate of events planned for the academyalumnae. Please contact Noella Brennan Fisher,ACAD ’59, BA ’62, at 902.479.2488 or [email protected] for information.

The Class of 1959 is also looking for thefollowing ‘lost sheep’:

Sandra MacDonaldformerly of Rockingham

Joan Bassettformerly of Halifax

Judy Walshformerly of Halifax

Marielle Blanchetformerly of Quebec

Maryvonne Dagortformerly of St. Pierre et Miquelon

France Girardinformerly of St. Pierre et Miquelon

If you can provide information, please contactthe Alumnae Relations Office at 902.457.6433or [email protected]

NoticePlease be advised that the agreementwith MBNA Canada Bank to providecredit card services for our alumnae hasexpired. As such, the affinitypartnership no longer generatescontributions to the Mount’s alumnaerelations activities. If you have anyquestions, please contact us at902.457.6340, 1.888.678.2586(toll free), or [email protected].

Mount Saint VincentAlumnae Association


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Email your name, address, mailingaddress and preferred email address [email protected] or go tomsvu.ca/alumnae to update yourcontact information.

To be eligible, entries must be receivedno later than March 31, 2009. Certainrestrictions apply. Full details areavailable on our website atmsvu.ca/alumnae.

For a full list of Pacrim Hospitality Services properties, please visitwww.pacrimhospitality.com. Voucher valid until December 30, 2009.

Our latest winner of lobster is: Scott Morrison, BPR ’01

You knew the face.

Thanks once again to Claire Keindel, 1951 Class President, for solvingthe mystery. The picture was taken on the steps of the new Collegebuilding – Evaristus Hall.

Left to right: Lillian Bates, Louisette Robitaille, Claire herself, MarieHurlbert, Peggy Carroll, and either Mary or Teresa Cossitt (twin sisters– always hard to tell them apart).

Do you know the face?

Can you help identify the faces, when exactly the photo was taken,and what they were up to? Please let us know. Contact: Editor, FoliaMontana, [email protected], or Mount Saint Vincent University,Halifax, NS B3M 2J6


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Class Notes2006JEREME RAMSAY, BAFollowing his graduation from The Mount,Jereme worked as a Marketing CommunicationsCoordinator at HSBC Global Asset Management(Bermuda) Limited. He recently accepted a newchallenge with an international energy company,RUBIS, as a Sales & Marketing Representative.This Fall, Jereme begins a graduate studiesprogram at the University of Liverpool, UK for aMaster of Business Administration degree(concentration: Marketing).

2007ASHLEY URQUHART, BBAAshley recently traveled to Peru as part of aGlobal Vision Team Canada trade mission.Joined by two other Halifax university students,Ashley and the Global Vision Team were able togain international experience in business whilepromoting Canadian business policies that willhelp open the door to opportunities forPeruvians. Ashley works with the Centre forEntrepreneurship Education and DevelopmentInc. in Halifax as a youth outreach facilitator forits Students in Business Program.

2008STEPHANIE BENOIT, BAStephanie was accepted to a Bachelor ofEducation program at L’Université Sainte-Anne.Felicitations!

SUZANNE BRNA, MEdIt has been a busy year for Suzanne. She hascompleted her second Master’s of Education,had a baby boy, Kyle, and built a new home inCole Harbour!

SARAH HILL, BPRSarah is starting a new career as a ProfessionalLeadership Facilitator with Nova Scotia PublicSchools, Youth Organizations and councils.

MILAN PARAB, MEdMilan is currently working at St. Bonaventure’sCollege in St. John’s, Newfoundland.

DAVID REYNOLDS, BBADavid Reynolds’ company, QuickSnap Inc., was featured in the May/June 2008 issue ofAtlantic Business Magazine.

KELLY SHELDEN, MEdKelly is married to Mark Shelden and has threeteenagers in the house: Genevieve, Jeffrey and David.

CHARDALA SIMONS, BAA (CYS) Chardala is currently enrolled in the Mount’sBachelor of Education program at theelementary level. She is excited about this newjourney in her life as she fulfills her dream ofbecoming a teacher.

JIANGHONG “SUNNY” ZHANG, BAA (IT)Sunny is currently working with the Nova ScotiaDepartment of Education as a Records Analyst.

Fifty fabulous, feisty and influentialwomen were honoured on May 29,2008 at the Canadian Breast CancerFoundation’s inaugural 50 over FiftyGala. These outstanding leaders –including nine women with Mountaffiliations – share a common ageand common commitment to theircommunities.

We applaud:

Darlene (Wicks) Arsenault, BBA ’84,BEd ’86

Dr. Sheila A. Brown, Past Presidentand Vice-Chancellor, Mount SaintVincent University; Honorary Alumna

The Honourable Myra Freeman, CM,ONS, DHumL ’04, Honorary Chair,Building Tomorrow Together

The Honourable Constance Glube,OC, ONS, DHumL ’98

Dr. Dale Godsoe, CM, ONS, DHumL ’97, Past Chair, Mount Boardof Governors

Dr. Ruth Goldbloom, OC, ONS, DHumL ’85, Past Chair, Mount Boardof Governors

Gwen Haliburton, Past Chair, MountBoard of Governors; Honorary Alumna

Martha Jodrey, OC

Dr. Maxine Tynes, DHumL ’92

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Community Mentoring Awards Five Mount alumnae are among the recipients of a 2008 Community MentoringAward from Big Brothers Big Sisters Halifax. This award, presented on October 15,recognizes the significant impact that mentoring has on our children, our communityand ourselves.

Congratulations to:

Rob Batherson, BPR ’97Dr. Ruth Goldbloom, OC, ONS, DHumL ’85Ellen Louth, MEd ’06Anne Melanson, BPR ’87Wanda Thomas Bernard, BA ’75


Ruth Goldbloom, OC, ONS, DHumL ’85

Dr. Ruth Goldbloom, former Chair of theMount Saint Vincent University Board ofGovernors (1977-1980), continues to behonoured for her service to hercommunity. In October, she wasrecognized by Big Brothers Big Sisters ofHalifax with a Community MentoringAward. This fall, she was appointed to theOrder of Nova Scotia.

Goldbloom is a philanthropist and community leader. She spearheaded a $9-million dollar campaign to ensure the preservation of Pier 21, a historicalgateway to Canada for more than one million immigrants from 1928 to 1971.She was the first female chair of the annual Metro United Way Campaign, andhas given generously of herself in many other non-profit areas. Hercontributions have received recognition at the national level with herappointment to the Order of Canada in 1991.

Sisters of Charity – New Leadership TeamSisters of Charity-Halifax elected a new Leadership Team, effective September27, 2008. Mount Saint Vincent University Chancellor, Sister Donna Geernaert,BSc ’64, will serve a second term as Congregational Leader. Six of the seven-member Leadership Team are Mount Saint Vincent alumnae.

Congregational Leader: Sister Donna Geernaert, BSc ’64 (second term)

Congregational Secretary: Sister Marjory Gallagher, BA ’70

Congregational Treasurer: Sister Joan Butler, BA ’67, BEd ’68 (second term)

Congregational Councillors: Sister Maryanne Fitzgerald; Sister Roberta Kerins, BA ’66, BEd ’66; Sister Sally McLaughlin, BSc ’65, BA ’69; and Ann Regan, BA ’66, BEd ’66

This leadership team will be in effect from 2008–2014.

The Sisters of Charity-Halifax is an international Congregation of close to 500members serving in five countries. They live their mission of “giving joyfulwitness to love: the love of God, of one another and of all persons” throughtheir service in education, social services, health care and pastoral ministry.The Sisters of Charity founded Mount Saint Vincent Academy in 1873.


1940s

Marie (Chisholm) Kelly, ACAD ’49August 2, 2008

1950s

Barbara Ann (Rogers) Potvin, ACAD ’58April 13, 2008

Colleen (Williams) Meagher, BSc(Sec) ’54October 10, 2008

1960s

Rosemary (Buckley) Heslin, BA ’67, BEd ’68July 26, 2007

Fay C. (McGowan) Spencer, BA ’68, BEd ‘69 February 7, 2008

Sister Anne Marie MacDonald (Charles Marie), BA ’60, BEd ’62June 4, 2008

1970s

Reverend Roy Herbert MacKenzie, BEd ’72August 3, 2008

Carol (Beazley) O’Brien, BScN ’71May 29, 2008

Jocelyn Raymond, BEd ’71August 13, 2007

1980s

Sheila Annette (Bell) Fenerty, BCS, ’84December 2, 2007

William “Bill” Fultz, MEd ’86June 6, 2008

1990s

Karen-Michael (Swindells) King, BSc ’92September 12, 2008

2000s

Linda Palmer, BEd ’06November 1, 2008

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In memoriamsThe Mount Saint Vincent Alumnae Association has made adonation towards scholarships and bursaries in memory of thefollowing alumnae.TOUCH

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only) or 902.457.6470 or via email

[email protected].

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Alethea Pearleen (Borden) Oliver, DHumL ’93

Dr. Pearleen Oliver, DHuml ’93, died in Lucasville, NS on July 24, 2008. A tirelesscommunity leader, she promoted Black Nova Scotian history and the role of womenin organized religion.

In 1945, she became a founding member of the Nova Scotia Association for theAdvancement of Coloured People. She worked to end the exclusion of black womenfrom nursing training in Canada, and fought to bring training programs andopportunity to black communities.

In 1953, she founded the African United Baptist Association (AUBA) Women’sInstitute. Her faith was central to her work, and she held many church offices over60 years, including serving as Board member of the Maritime Religious EducationCouncil. Her passion for women’s causes could be found in her work with girls’summer camps, establishment of women’s groups, and her work with the NovaScotia Training School for Girls.


Now that you can place faces tonames, let’s tell you a little moreabout what we do. As you’ve seenfrom this issue, a major project for theteam is the Building TomorrowTogether capital campaign.

This is a great example of how we“advance" the mission and objectivesof the University through successfulalumnae relations, development andfundraising.

The Alumnae Relations Office strivesto keep all Mount Saint VincentAcademy, College and Universityalumnae connected to the MountSaint Vincent Alumnae Association, the University and other alumnae –through Folia Montana – and in many other ways.

Development initiatives include majorgifts, annual gifts and planned giving,all of which will assist the Mount inits efforts to grow and expand tocreate the best university experiencefor all members of our community.

The University Advancement Team

Front row left to right:Shani Pearson, Manager, AlumnaeRelations; Erin Hemeon, AdministrativeAssistant; Kathleen Brown, BSc ’98,Systems Analyst; Kathryn Baker,Records Clerk.

Back row left to right:Debbie MacIntosh, BPR ’95, ProgramCoordinator, Development; JoneMitchell, Associate Vice-President,Advancement; Krista Armstrong,Program Coordinator, AlumnaeRelations (Interim); Lori Scott, BPR ’86,Manager, Development.

Absent from photo: Beth PyesmanyArsenault, Program Coordinator, AlumnaeRelations.

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