Mount Saint Vincent University

08/21/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Zachary Zimmer, Tier I Canada Research Chair in Global Aging and Community Initiative and Professor of Aging and Family Science at MSVU on his appointment as a one-month Visiting Professor under the prestigious Distinguished Social Sciences Scholars Scheme in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration at the University of Hong Kong for February 2028.

This prestigious appointment recognizes Dr. Zimmer’s outstanding contributions to the field of global aging and provides an exciting opportunity to further advance international research, collaboration, and knowledge exchange.

MSVU Research Office

08/21/2026

Join us this fall! Contact [email protected]

Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre

The Wije’winen Indigenous Knowledge Initiative (WIKI) aims to make higher education more accessible for Indigenous students.

Indigenous students enrolled in WIKI take first-year Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU) courses in a supportive, urban-Indigenous environment.

Fall semester courses are at the Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre (MNFC) and then students transition to the MSVU campus in the winter semester.

Tuition, textbooks, and student ID/bus pass are included.

Join us this fall! Contact [email protected]

Learn more: https://www.mymnfc.com/wijewinen-indigenous-knowledge-initiative

08/19/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Tamara Franz-Odendaal, Chair of Biology at MSVU, on her appointment as Section Chair of the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Genes, Cells and Molecules Evaluation Group for 2026-27.

A respected researcher and previous member of the evaluation group, Dr. Franz-Odendaal's appointment reflects her expertise, leadership, and contributions to Canada’s scientific community.

Dr. Franz-Odendaal leads the Bone Development Lab at MSVU and was the NSERC Atlantic Chair for Women in Science and Engineering for an 11-year term. Learn more about her groundbreaking research and impact: https://www.msvu.ca/academics/bachelor-of-science-bsc/biology/faculty/tamara-a-franz-odendaal/

MSVU Research Office

08/18/2026

MSVU presidents, past and present, reunited to celebrate Dr. Liz Parr-Johnston's birthday this past weekend!

These amazing leaders reflect decades of service to the university and the lasting friendships that make the MSVU community so special.

Pictured are:
- Dr. Liz Parr-Johnston (seated), President from 1991 to 1996
- Dr. Sheila A. Brown (centre, back row), President from 1996 to 2006 and 2022,
- Dr. Ramona Lumpkin (left, back row), President from 2010 to 2017 and 2021 to 2022, and
- Dr. Joël Dickinson (right, back row), MSVU's current president, since 2022

Happy birthday, Liz!

08/17/2026

Imagine a learning tool that helps students recognize what they already understand, identify gaps, and choose their next steps, rather than simply handing over answers.

That’s the premise behind MetaMentorAI, a flagship project of the Artificial Intelligence in Education (AIEDU) Lab led by MSVU Assistant Professor of Education Dr. Michael Pin-Chuan Lin, who serves as a principal investigator on the SSHRC-funded project.

The AIEDU Lab aims to answer a key question: how can AI be designed and used in ways that help people become more capable, reflective, and independent learners?

Michael says MSVU’s Faculty of Education and its commitments to social justice, equity and inclusive teaching makes it the right home for his work.

Learn more: https://www.msvu.ca/rethinking-ai-in-the-classroom-meet-msvus-dr-michael-pin-chuan-lin/

Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC)

08/14/2026

Happy Friday! Our social media person is out of the office, so we snuck into their camera roll. 😎 Here's a collection of some of the people, places, and moments that remind us why we love being part of the MSVU community. 💙📸

08/13/2026

Did living in residence shape your MSVU experience? Help welcome the next generation of MSVU students by writing a letter to an incoming residence student.

Share words of encouragement, helpful advice, or a favourite memory from your time at MSVU. Your message could make a lasting difference as a new student begins their university journey.

Interested in taking part or learning more? Email [email protected]

08/10/2026

Nominations are now open for the 2026 MSVU Alumni Awards of Recognition! Celebrate alumni making a difference in their communities and professions. Nominate yourself or an inspiring MSVU alum by August 17. Learn more and submit your nomination today: https://alumni.msvu.ca/s/1941/21/interior.aspx?sid=1941&gid=2&pgid=544&cid=1354

08/07/2026

Indigenous students enrolled in the Wije’winen Indigenous Knowledge Initiative (WIKI) take first-year Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU) courses in a supportive, urban-Indigenous environment.

Fall semester courses are at the Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre (MNFC) and then students transition to the MSVU campus in the winter semester.

Tuition, textbooks, and student ID/bus pass are included.

Join us this fall! Contact [email protected]

Learn more about WIKI: https://www.mymnfc.com/wijewinen-indigenous-knowledge-initiative

08/07/2026

An opportunity for soon-to-be and recent graduates of their first bachelor degree:

McCall MacBain Scholars pursue a funded master’s or second-entry professional undergraduate program at McGill University while participating in an interdisciplinary leadership curriculum.

The scholarship covers:
- Tuition and fees for the full normal duration of the master’s or professional program
- A living stipend of $2,300 per month during academic terms
- A one-time relocation grant for moving to Montreal

To be eligible to apply for our 2027 cohort, you will need to meet ONE of the following criteria:
- You are a current student on track to earn your first bachelor’s degree by August 2027
- You earned your first bachelor’s degree in the last five years (January 2021 or later)
- You earned your first bachelor’s degree more than five years ago, and were 30 years or younger on January 1st, 2026

You will also need to meet the minimum degree and language requirements for McGill master’s program admission.

Applications deadlines are:
- Aug 19 for students and graduates of universities located in countries other than Canada and the US
- Sept 23 for students and graduates of universities in Canada and the United States, as well as Canadians abroad

Learn more: https://mccallmacbainscholars.org/

Boursiers McCall MacBain Scholars

Now, more than ever, communities need people who aspire to lead with empathy, integrity and courage, in every domain from healthcare and business to technology and social change. McCall MacBain Scholars connect with mentors and participate in an interdisciplinary leadership program and while pursuin...