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09/02/2026

08/28/2026

Now in its second year, the Star Finder Workshop at Saint Mary's University Halifax prepares elementary and junior high teachers from across Nova Scotia to teach astronomy to their students.

During the full day workshop in August, teachers were introduced to lesson plans, performed hands-on experiments they can use with their students, and learned to use the Burke-Gaffney Observatory. They will also have access to use the BGO remotely from their classrooms, along with a large archive of data and images.

To learn more about Star Finder - The David Lane Astronomy Outreach Program, including teaching resources, web resources, and to sign up for our newsletter, visit https://observatory.smu.ca/bgo-about/star-finder.

08/20/2026

From volunteering at the IWK Health Centre as a teenager to becoming a family physician, Dr. Alyson Colborne BSc'16 found the confidence to pursue her passion at Saint Mary's. ❤️🐾

While studying biology and psychology at SMU, Alyson discovered her calling in family medicine and women's health through academics, campus involvement, and life experiences that shaped her future. Today, she's caring for patients across Halifax and helping train tomorrow's physicians.

👩‍⚕️ Read her inspiring story in the Spring 2026 edition of Maroon & White: https://loom.ly/JaJw3uI
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08/18/2026

Are you a Saint Mary's University Halifax student doing research this summer? If so, you are invited to present at our first annual Summer Student Research Showcase. We're looking for talks of any kind, or demonstrations, or videos, or any way you can highlight and show the university community what you have learned this summer. It need not be a formal research talk, but it can be.

Monday August 24, 1:00 - 4:00 pm in Atrium room 340

If you wish to present, please send an email to [email protected] by Friday August 21 with a brief description of your presentation, your supervisor, and your name.

Snacks will be provided too!!

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08/12/2026

Love creating content and showing off life at Saint Mary's? 📸✨ We're looking for our next SMU Social Media Ambassadors! If you're a current Saint Mary's student with a passion for storytelling, social media, and sharing your campus experience, we'd love to hear from you. 🤍🙌

📣 Applications are now open! Learn more and apply today at https://loom.ly/MiTsGXY

08/12/2026

Got a business idea?

Build your startup ideas, connect with experts and local entrepreneurs and be one of 10 teams to compete for a $10,000 grand prize this fall.

Join our 10-week program and take advantage of training opportunities, weekly activities and experiential learning opportunities.

Eligibility:
- Must be a current or enrolled Saint Mary’s student.
- Must have a 3 member team comprised of 1 science, 1 art and 1 commerce student (we can accommodate this for you).
- Must have a business idea no older than 1 year.
- Your business idea must not have more than $8,000 total in prize money, funding or investment.
- You have not won the Innovation Cup before.

When: Sept 17 – Nov 26, 2026 (every Thursday)
Where: Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre (SH 212A)

Learn more about the Innovation Cup by checking out our website at https://loom.ly/WN1xQgw.

Spots are limited! Register here: https://loom.ly/3s83QU8

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08/12/2026

Know an alumi who inspires others? 🌟 Whether they're making an impact through leadership, service, entrepreneurship, or volunteerism, now's your chance to recognize them.

Submit a nomination for the 2026 Saint Mary's Alumni Awards and help us celebrate the remarkable members of our alumni community.

📅 Nomination deadline: Friday, September 18, 2026.
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08/12/2026

Partial Solar Eclipse Viewing Event at Saint Mary’s University

Join us on the Saint Mary’s University campus to observe the partial solar eclipse on Wednesday, August 12!

Astronomy experts will have solar telescopes set up to safely view the sun during the eclipse and free eclipse glasses will be available (while supplies last). Do you have eclipse glasses from previous events? Bring them!

We’ll be easy to find on the lawn along Inglis Street beside the Burke Building. Please feel free to drop by!
Date: Wednesday, August 12
Time: 2-4 pm
Visit https://observatory.smu.ca/whats-up for more info.