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THE MAGAZINE FOR Mount ALUMNAE AND FRIENDS6 Capital Campaign Update8 Three Decades of Co-operative Education12 Annual Alumnae Dinner16 Donor Report 2008/09EditorDonna Redmond Gates, BPR ’95University 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/CommunicationsCoordinator: Lana Neil, BBA ’06Information Analyst:Michael Delaney, BAA(IT) ’08Records Clerk: Kathryn BakerContributorsBuilding Tomorrow TogetherArchivesAthleticsUniversity AdvancementCover PhotoMarc PikeStanding, left-right: Shani Pearson, Manager, Alumnae Relations, Sarah Levy,BPR (Co-op) ’04, Lisa Bugden, BPR ’88, Lauren MacDonald, BPR ’03, LisaBond, BPR (Co-op) ’07, Tonya O’Quinn, BPR ’96, Suzanne Diab, BPR (Co-op)’06, Kelly Connors, BPR ’00Front, (seated), left-right: Kelli MacDonald, BPR (Co-op) ’98, Mary-EleanorWalker, BPR (Co-op) ’06, Annette LeBlanc, PR co-op studentOn the CoverAnnette LeBlanc, PR co-op student (left) and Mary-Eleanor Walker, BPR (Co-op) ’06Folia Montana maintains and strengthens theconnection among alumnae, friends and theUniversity through coverage of newsworthyaccomplishments, discussion of campus issues,information on Alumnae Association activities,and the sharing of class notes. It appears twicea year. The digital edition is posted on theUniversity’s website at www.msvu.ca/alumnae.Design and productionCathy LittleDigital imaging, prepress film & printingTranscontinental PrintingPlease Direct Correspondence ToAlumnae RelationsAdvancement HouseMount Saint Vincent University166 Bedford HighwayHalifax NS B3M 2J6PHONE (Toll Free): 1.888.MSV.ALUM (678.2586)(Canada/USA/Bermuda only)FAX: 902.445.3962E-mail: alumnae@msvu.caWebsite: www.msvu.ca/alumnaePublication Agreement Number 40063269

Photo: Marc PikeKathryn E. Laurin, M.Mus, President and Vice-ChancellorThirty years of co-operative education at the Mount! Thisexciting milestone has been achieved through the dedicationand commitment of co-op employers, students, faculty, staff,and alumnae. The co-operative education program providesour students with access to the workplace in private, public,or non-profit sectors. Students are able to inject theirknowledge and enthusiasm into the workplace and take awaypractical skills and experiences to aid in making informeddecisions about their careers.As alumnae, you are able to play an important role in thedevelopment of co-op students by hiring and supervisingco-op students in your organizations. In 2008, approximately25 per cent of co-op supervisors were alumnae from theMount and 90 new employers hired co-op students. Ourco-op employers rate Mount co-op students as exceptionaland have established long term relationships with theprogram. Currently, the co-operative education program hasrelationships with employers from coast to coast in the areasof Business Administration, Information Technology, PublicRelations, and Tourism and Hospitality Management.Co-operative education celebrates three decades at theMount – what an accomplishment. This Mount ‘first’ inour region is just one more reason why our universityshines. Our program proudly compares to others atmuch larger institutions. More importantly, it trulyembodies the Mount experience – the balancebetween learning in the classroom and preparingstudents for their next path after graduation. Coopeducation was extremely valuable to me. As an18-year-old, it provided me with my first professionalemployment experience, the lessons from which I stillrely upon today.Many of us are now in hiring positions and I ask thateach of you think about how you can bring the co-opexperience to your place of business, no matter whereyou are in the world. If you already have an activeco-op program, I encourage you to become involvedas a supervisor or mentor. Now is the time to ‘pay itforward’ so Mount students benefit from another 30years of co-operative education.Donna Redmond Gates, BPR ’95In keeping with the Mount’s vision, as presented inDestination 2012, we have developed a plan to create thebest university experience and prepare our students for globalcitizenship. To support this vision, the co-operative educationprogram encourages students to engage in university life andbecome a volunteer in their communities, whether they are onwork term or studying on campus.On behalf of the Mount community, I am very pleased torecognize the achievements of the graduates from the cooperativeeducation program. Members of the Co-op Teamhave served in leadership roles on provincial, regional, andnational boards and committees to advance and promoteco-operative education, and have been recognized nationallyfor their efforts. We are extremely proud of the quality andsuccess of this significant initiative.Barbara Casey, BA ’70, BEd ’71Professor, English (Professor Emeritus)Associate Professor, Business Administration &Tourism and Hospitality Management2 Folia Montana

A life to CelebrateThe Mount community is mourning the loss of DyrickMcDermott, BBA ’94, Athletics Recreation Assistant andWomen’s Basketball Coach, who passed away suddenly in April.Dyrick was passionately devoted to all of the Mount’s studentathletes and, in particular, the women’s basketball teams thathe coached since 2001.Dyrick entered the doors at the Mount as a student andbasketball recruit in 1989, graduating in 1994. The followingyear he began his career as Head Coach of the women’s varsitybasketball team at the University of King’s College. He foundhis way home to the Mount in 2001 and started to work inthe Athletics Department. His dedication to the athletes wasregionally and nationally recognized when he was named ACAACoach of the year six times and received CCAA Coach of theyear for women’s basketball in 2007.Over the years, Dyrick made many profound contributionsto his teams, volunteer coaching and his work at the IWK.Basketball, physical fitness and students were his passions.His on-going relationships with players, even after graduation,demonstrated that many valued him as more than a Coach.He was a respected mentor and friend, who was there forstudents and shared many lessons about integrity, hardwork, and fairness. He is survived by his wife Jeanette andchildren Chloe and Hayden.Memorial donations can be made to the Dyrick McDermottMemorial Endowed Leadership Award. To donate, pleasecall 902.457.6470 or 1.888.678.2586 (toll free in Canada/US/Bermuda) or donate online at www.msvu.ca.Future site of Teaching, Learning and Research CentreAdvancement HouseOn January 15, 2009 the Department ofUniversity Advancement moved into new digson campus. Alumnae and friends can nowfind alumnae relations and development inAdvancement House.In the spring of 2008, the Mount acquired the church propertyadjacent to campus. The Rectory for Our Lady of PerpetualHelp Church has undergone an extreme makeover and nowhouses offices for all the staff of University Advancement.“We are delighted to have a space that is so open andinviting,” states Jone Mitchell, Associate Vice-President,Advancement. “Plus the entire staff is now physically located inone area, making it easy for our alumnae and donors tofind us.”Brought in on time and on budget, the renovations wereundertaken by Mount’s Department of Facilities Management.According to Bruce MacNeil, Director, Facilities Management,“Changing what was essentially a residence into a professionaloffice space was an exciting project for all the staff involvedand we are very proud of the work done by the employees atthe Mount.”The basement level of the church building, also affectionatelyknown as ‘the garden level’, is undergoing renovations andis transforming into offices to accommodate the increasedresearch activity on campus. This office space should becompleted in June 2009.Advancement House is located at 8 Melody Drive. Alumnaeand friends are invited to stop by for a visit.4 Folia Montana

Campus NewsLeft: Karen Camara, BCS ’81,on her Convocation dayRight: Lara Ryan, BPR ’92,President, Mount Saint VincentAlumnae Association, withMichelle Camara at the 2008Scholars’ LuncheonThe following is an excerpt from a letter fromMichelle Camara, Bachelor of Arts student, Classof 2011. Camara was the recipient of the AlumnaeAssociation Endowed Entrance Scholarship, ascholarship established for the child of an alumna.What follows is a message from her mother Karenwho graduated from the Mount with her Bachelorof Child Study in 1981.…I would like to take this opportunity to extendmy sincere gratitude for being the recipient ofthe Alumnae Association Endowed EntranceScholarship. The generous money has been vitalto my attendance at the Mount. The campus, thepeople and the program fit me so well. I had alwaysheard the great stories my mom shared abouther days at the Mount and it is awesome to bemaking my own memories now. Second generationfriendships have been born since my mom hasstayed in close contact with some of her friendsfrom the Mount who now have a daughter in herfreshman year as well. I view it as the sequel totheir story. This scholarship means so much to mymother and I.Thank you, MichelleWhen Michelle received early acceptance fromMount Saint Vincent University in the fall of 2007,I was extremely proud of her. I knew that not onlywould she be receiving a terrific education, but shewould also meet some of the friendliest peoplein the world! I was elated to hear that Michellereceived the Alumnae Association EndowedEntrance Scholarship. This proves that the Mounttruly values the importance of their relationshipwith their past graduates.Thank you, KarenMount President and Vice-Chancellor, Kathryn Laurin was named oneof Atlantic Business Magazine’s 2009 Top 50 CEOs in Atlantic Canada.Since joining the University in 2006, Laurin has spearheaded thedevelopment of the University’s strategic plan, Destination 2012 andcontinues to drive its implementation. She was also recognized forher role in directing the Mount’s $16-million capital campaign that willhelp bring a new Teaching, Learning and Research Centre, as well asscholarships and an endowed chair in learning disabilities.The Top 50 were announced at a gala dinner in Halifax on May14, 2009. Candidates are nominated by the magazine’s readersand judged according to their corporate, community and industryinvolvement, the growth of their organizations and their response tomanagerial challenges.Folia Montana 5

Campaign UpdateBuilding Tomorrow Together, is a $16 millioncapital campaign, and only the third capitalcampaign in the Mount’s 135-year history.Proposed Alumnae GardenP r o g r e s sU p d a t eWe are currently at64%of our Campaign goal!We are over the $10 million mark!Kudos to the Alumnae AssociationDuring the Annual Dinner for MountAlumnae & Friends, Lara Ryan, BPR ’92,President of the Alumnae Association,beamed with excitement whenannouncing a second pledge in theamount of $30,000 that the MountSaint Vincent Alumnae Associationmade to the Building TomorrowTogether campaign. This brings theAlumnae Association’s total gift tothe University’s Capital Campaign to$50,000! The Association’s first pledgeof $20,000 will be completed one yearahead of schedule.This is a great jumpstart for theAlumnae Campaign and once again thisdemonstrates the strong commitmentthat the alumnae have to theCampaign.Ryan says, “This gift makes theAlumnae Association an ‘Investor’ inBuilding Tomorrow Together. Investor– what a powerful message for thecommunity…Mount alumnae areinvested in the future of Mount SaintVincent University students.”The $50K will be an installmenttowards the rooftop garden of the newTeaching, Learning and Research Centre.With the financial support fromindividual alumnae, the Associationhopes to name this unique space theAlumnae Garden. The rooftop gardenis just one of many spaces in the newbuilding for students to gather to studyand/or socialize.Many thanks to the Mount SaintVincent Alumnae Association for theirongoing dedication to Mount students!Make a gift to the Mount today and assist us in creating the best university experience for all members of our community.

GOALS1.Expanding Our Campus$12 MillionThe new five-storey state-of-the-artTeaching, Learning and Research Centrewill replace the ‘temporary’ 30 year-oldSeton Annex and the two 90 year-oldhouses which are home to our professionaland mission-driven programs, and forthe University’s groundbreaking appliedresearch. Students will benefit from moreindependent and team study space andinnovative academic technology.2.Enhancing Academic Excellence$2 MillionThe Mount will create a Chair in LearningDisabilities to develop “best practices”programming so that the teachers oftomorrow will gain the skills they needto ensure all children are able to realizetheir academic potential. To maintain itsposition as a leader in Flexible Educationand Distance Learning, the Mount willinvest in leading-edge tools for e-learningand remain at the forefront emergingtechnologies. The Mount’s already enviableacademic holdings will be expandedthrough Library Acquisitions, ensuringthat scholarly materials are availableelectronically and in print.3.Ensuring Student Success$2 MillionThe Mount is committed to the accessibilityof a university education. In the past fewyears the Mount has more than tripled theamount of money for scholarships andbursaries. However, there is still more to do.Raising scholarship funds is an importantpart of our campaign, so even morestudents realize their academic goals.How to Give…Donate online at www.msvu.caOr download a pledge form from ourCampaign website www.msvu.ca/bttOr contact the Department ofUniversity AdvancementPhone: 902. 457. 6470Fax: 902. 445. 3962University AdvancementMount Saint Vincent University166 Bedford HighwayHalifax, NS B3M 2J6Left-right: Jane M. Smith,Lonsdale (Lonny) W. Holland andDaniel Holland. Reprinted withpermission from the Halifax Herald Ltd.Beacon SecuritiesEndowed ScholarshipMount Saint Vincent is proud torecognize the generosity of BeaconSecurities Limited: Lonsdale (Lonny)W. Holland, Chairman; Jane M. Smith,President; and Daniel Holland, ExecutiveVice President. In recognition of theUniversity’s capital campaign, BuildingTomorrow Together, Beacon SecuritiesLimited established the BeaconSecurities Endowed Scholarship tosupport female undergraduate orgraduate students in their pursuit ofhigher education. We are very gratefulfor their commitment to the Campaign.They have been very kind to share somethoughts and insights in regards to theirinvolvement with the Building TomorrowTogether capital campaign.Beacon Securities has been activelyinvolved in supporting the communityfor a number of years. What is theconnection that leads you to supportingwomen in our community who pursuea higher education?In fact, Beacon has been supportingthe community since our founding in1988. Holland has often been heard tosay that one of the major influences inhis life was his mother. His mother wasa strong and independent personalitywho, being widowed at an early age,keenly understood the value of thedollar and hard work. “She would oftensay, take care of the pennies and thedollars will take care of themselves.”Holland recalls, “My mother taught methree important lessons. She would sayplay fair, try your best, and share.” Hefeels fortunate in life and feels a deepresponsibility to give back.Through your generous gift to theBuilding Tomorrow Together campaignto establish the Beacon SecuritiesEndowed Scholarship fund – whatcompelled you to give to this campaign?Beacon focuses its giving in thecommunities where our business isfocused. Clearly, there is a commitmentto the Mount as Smith served on theUniversity’s Board of Governors. “Lonnyhas always been very supportiveof my involvement with the Mountas I worked on various committeesand eventually became Chair of theBoard.” Beacon has also hired from theMount. Terry Milne, BBA ’00, startedwith the company as a co-op studentand continues to work there today.Holland was introduced to Sister Francisd’Assisi, historian and President of theMount from 1954-1965, and felt thatshe was “an outstanding woman.” Sothe connections are many: personal,volunteer, and graduates.Why did you decide to award thesescholarships to women who are fluentin both French and English?Holland is passionate aboutencouraging and promoting the bilingualnature of our country. Born in Montreal,formative years in Winnipeg and backto Montreal, he came to appreciatethe value of Canada’s two officiallanguages. It certainly played a role inhis career in the investment businessas it has his son Daniel. Both havespent a portion of their career overseasand the “second” language was afacilitating factor.

Thirty Years of Enhancing Education Through Invaluable Work ExperienceThis year marks MountSaint Vincent University’sCo-operative EducationProgram’s 30 th year. Thisprogram exemplifies everyquality of the Mount itself– beneficial, collaborative,personalized and accessible.Co-operative Education is first andforemost about relationships. The Mountis extremely fortunate to have manysupporters of the program far and wide.One of those is Nova Scotia BusinessInc. (NSBI). Many former co-op studentsand Mount alumnae alike work within itswalls today. They all share in mentoringand guiding co-op students during theirtime there to ensure the most robustand meaningful experience possible.The Mount’s Co-operative EducationProgram is a story of tenacity andsuccess. All programs were originallydesigned to meet the standards setby the Canadian Association forCo-operative Education (CAFCE). Today,100 per cent of the University’s programsare accredited by CAFCE. Since themid-80s, the Mount has beenrepresented on the board of theNational Accreditation Council of CAFCEwhich sets standards for co-operativeeducation programs in Canada, and onCAFCE’s National Board of Directors.8 Folia Montana

Shani Pearson, Manager, Alumnae Relations, visits with Mount alumnae at NSBI, a strong supporterof the Co-operative Education Program. Also pictured are (left-right) Sarah Levy, BPR (Co-op) ’04,Lisa Bugden, BPR ’88, Lauren MacDonald, BPR ’03, Kelli MacDonald, BPR (Co-op) ’98 (seated, front),and Lisa Bond, BPR (Co-op) ’07 (also seated).FeatureBeginning with business students in1979, the program has evolved toinclude the current complement ofBusiness Administration, InformationTechnology, Public Relations, andTourism and Hospitality Management.Ann MacGillivary, Associate Professor,Business Administration & Tourism andHospitality Management, was teachingin the BBA program when co-op wasfirst introduced. She also later servedas the business faculty co-op advisorfrom 1985-89. MacGillivary recalls howquickly the co-op ‘trial’ caught on.“The students were so eager forco-op and were excited about thepossibility of being away from home.They were so focused on what theyhad in mind career-wise and co-opjust reinforced that.”Today, the co-op team has six staffmembers, led by Sonya Horsburgh, BBA’91, Manager, Co-operative Education,who received the Albert S. BarberAward from CAFCE in 2008 – its highesthonour. Horsburgh served as presidentof CAFCE from 2004 to 2005.Horsburgh and her team work closelywith co-op students and employersto provide valuable opportunitiesto enhance students’ educationalexperiences at the Mount. On average,80-100 students graduate with theco-op distinction on their diplomasannually.So, what’s next for co-op? A newhome is in sight. The construction ofthe Co-operative Education Centre isan integral goal of the Mount’s currentcapital campaign – Building TomorrowTogether. The move from Seton Annexto the new Teaching, Learning andResearch Centre will mean enhancingthe technology of the co-op process.With many employers outside theregion, the ability for students tointerview using video conferencingtechnology will improve the deliveryof co-op services for students andemployers alike.As degree programs at the Mountcontinue to grow and change,co-op will evolve with them. As newdegree programs develop, they will beevaluated to determine if co-operativeeducation will be a part of their future.In order for co-op education to thrivein the next thirty years, employers mustcontinue to show their unwaveringsupport. A huge component of thisinvolves the commitment of alumnae,and in particular, former co-op students.In 2007, 37 per cent of co-op studentswere being supervised by alumnaeand/or co-op alumnae on their workterms. This is a true testament to theco-op experience and that the Mountcommunity continues to give back.Co-op Accolades432221111=3nationally accredited cooperativeeducation programsCAFCE Service Awards(Horsburgh, twice, andMausi Reinbold, BTHM ’90)Albert S. Barber Awards(Horsburgh and Shani Pearson)CAFCE Presidents(Horsburgh and Pearson)CAFCE Atlantic Chairs (ScottDaniels, BBA ’03 and Pearson)CAFCE Co-op Student of theYear (Andrea Baldwin, BPR ’98)and a couple HonourableMentionsCAFCE Research Award(Daphne Lordly, MAHE ’93)Partnership Recognition Award,Veterans Affairs CanadaResearch project spearheadedfor the Maritime ProvincesHigher Education CommissionDecades of SuccessWhat employersare saying...For the past two years, Mary-Eleanor Walker has managed theNSBI Annual Report – a significantproject involving many of our staff,our clients and contract serviceproviders – from concept to finalproduct. I am pleased to tell youthat under her leadership andguidance, NSBI’s Annual Reportshave received internationalrecognition for both years! Thisrecognition is a testament to thequality of Mount Saint VincentUniversity graduates and yourco-op program.You should be very proud! NSBIstrongly believes in co-operativeeducation. We look forward tocontinuing our partnershipwith you.Stephen Lund, President & CEONova Scotia Business Inc. (NSBI)What ouralumnaeare saying…Mary-Eleanor Walker, BPR ’06,Communications Officer, Editorial,NSBI and former co-op student, ispaying it forward.I have supervised four co-opstudents during my time at NSBIand feel it has been a tremendouslyrewarding experience. With eachmentoring experience, I amreminded of the invaluable lessonsco-operative education had for me.Folia Montana 9

And here’s where some co-op students are today.Claudette Porter, BBA ’92Controller, Nova Scotia Power, HalifaxWork Terms:• Halifax Cable • ACOA Moncton • Doane Raymond Chartered Accountants“Co-op provided me with the opportunity to apply skills learned through my education into real lifesituations. It also provided me with the knowledge of how to work in a professional environment andto develop the skills necessary to transfer knowledge between different industries and workplaces.”Ron Pottie, BAA (IT) ’99Senior IT Engineer, McKinsey & Company, New YorkWork Terms:• Maritime Trading Company • Private Business Networks“Versatility in opportunities through co-op was one of the key areas I’ve been able to draw from sincegraduation. With my firm, I’ve had the opportunity to work with many emerging technologies. I’m abeliever that to evolve professionally in the technology field, one must be able to adapt and evolve astechnology does. Through the co-op program I was given opportunities to think and move outside thebox and wasn’t confined to focus on only one specialized technology. This has proven an invaluableskill in my professional career.”CAFCE Co-op Student of the Year 1996Andrea Baldwin, BPR ’98Immigration Lawyer, Stewart McKelvey, HalifaxWork Terms:• Health Canada • Campbell Soup Co. Ltd. • Dow Canada Ltd. • Honeywell Ltd.“Being a co-op student provided me with many opportunities to develop personally and professionally.Because of the wide range of co-op employers who hired Mount PR students, I had the opportunity tomove to a new Canadian city every four months. Being involved in co-op gave me the opportunity tointerview with 40 to 50 professional employers before I even graduated. Even though I now practicelaw, I credit my public relations education— enriched by my co-op experience— for developing many ofthe fundamental skills, such as persuasive writing, that I use everyday in the practice of law.”Ian Kurtz, BTHM ’90Manager, Human Resources, David Atkins Enterprises Productions (the entity responsible fordelivering the Opening, Closing & Victory Ceremonies, Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games),VancouverWork Terms:• Lord Nelson Hotel • Four Seasons Hotels, Toronto • MSVU Conference Office• New Brunswick Department of Tourism“Co-op allowed me to gain practical knowledge of various industries as well as 16 months of workexperience before entering into the workforce. During this time I was recruited on campus to workat Walt Disney World Resort at the Canadian Pavillion at Epcot Centre as part of their managementtraining program. The co-op program at the Mount was an excellent experience and would highlyrecommend to any future student.”On Friday, September 18, 2009,the Co-op Team is celebratingthis exciting milestone with theCo-operative Education Symposium:Celebrating 30 Years of Success.Co-op alumnae, co-op students, employersand members of the Mount community areinvited to join us to hear from a keynotespeaker about generational differences in theworkplace and concurrent presentations forboth students and employers.Stay tuned for more information from theCo-op Team this summer and email us atco-op@msvu.ca for more details.10 Folia Montana

ALUMNAE NEWS“It was an experience! The kids were better than I anticipated,”says Sheldon Miller, BBA ’99, after spending the morning teachinggrade 9 students at Sackville Heights Junior High School.As I wind down my term as president of theAlumnae Association, I’d like to reiterate thatit’s been an honour to represent the alumnaeperspective at the University.It’s been a privilege to have this uniqueperspective of the University over the pastfew years and to be involved in decisionmaking processes and celebrations. I applaudPresident Laurin, the administrative team,the faculty, the Board of Governors and thestudents in their efforts to make sure that allmembers of the university community havethe best university experience.I encourage you to support incomingAlumnae Association President Sheldon Miller,BBA ’99, and his board as they continueto engage alumnae in the University. Theimplementation of Destination 2012 and theBuilding Tomorrow Together capital campaignwill continue to demand focus of theAssociation and will provide lots of excitingopportunities for alumnae to be involved.Mount Saint Vincent is an amazing schoolwith a unique and exemplary history ofhelping to develop students who go oneto personal success and become engagedcitizens. Like all universities, we facechallenging times. As alumnae, our support andcommitment is critical to continuedstudent success.I’ve enjoyed reconnecting with so many of youand I look forward to seeing you at Mountevents in the future. Although my term isfinished, the MSV Golf Classic and AlumnaeWeekend are already on my calendar. I hopethey are on yours as well.Best wishes for a happy and safe summer.I hope to see you soon.Miller was one member of the MountSaint Vincent Alumnae Associationboard of directors to participate inESIS: Economics for Success. ESIS, aprogram run by Junior Achievement,is highly interactive and specificallydesigned to help students develop apositive attitude towards education,while recognizing the financial costsof living on their own.Laden with give aways for the students(Alumnae Association branded rulersand pencils), the board membersspoke about their own educationaland professional background whiledelivering the program.“It was an opportunity for us to talkabout the Mount in a setting wherestudents are starting to think abouteducation,” explains Lara Ryan,BPR ’92, President of the AlumnaeAssociation. “As alumnae we are theUniversity’s best ambassadors and anychance we get to promote the Mount,we’ll do so.”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 ’06Alumnae Representatives onMount Board of GovernorsLara Ryan, BPR ’92Sheldon Miller, BBA ’99Deanne MacLeod, BBA ’92Student RepresentativesKyle Rogers, MSVU Students’ UnionEmma Higgins, Student Alumnae Association“I don’t know of any other AlumnaeAssociation participating in thisprogram,” boasts Ryan. “It’s uniqueto the Mount.” Members of theAlumnae Association board of directorsvolunteered to adopt a school as partof the board’s initiatives in the area ofstudent recruitment and retention.President and CEO of JuniorAchievement of Nova Scotia, LynnCoveyduck, BPR ’94, is grateful forthe involvement of the AlumnaeAssociation board. Miller and Ryanwere joined by fellow board membersTanya Baggio, BBA ’95, Jill Devanney,BSc ’03, BBA ’06, Deanne MacLeod,BBA ’92, and Alison Stark, BBA ’95 forthis initiative.“Thanks to the Mount’s AlumnaeAssociation,” Coveyduck says,“students now have a better idea ofthe importance of school, budgetingand planning for the future thanksto their volunteerism.”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 ’02Deanne MacLeod, BBA ’92Kevin Sanford, BBA ’03Alison Stark, BBA ’95Lisa Whynott, BOA ’94Ex OfficioJone E. Mitchell, CFRE, AssociateVice-President, AdvancementShani Pearson, Manager, Alumnae Relations

More than 180 guests joined together in celebration at theMount’s Annual Dinner for Alumnae & Friends on March 5, 2009. Asattendees gathered and mingled, anticipation grew for this year’skeynote speaker, Simon Kennedy, BPR ’91, Deputy Secretary of theCabinet (Plans and Consultations), Privy Council Office. Followingan exciting announcement by the Alumnae Association and adelicious meal, Kennedy took to the stage, delivering a timely andinformative talk on the role of public policy in Canada’s success.Proceeds from this memorable evening make it possible for theAlumnae Association to support students and the University inmany ways.Presenting Sponsor:Sponsors:12 Folia MontanaNext year’s dinner is slated forThursday, March 4, 2010, so mark the date!To see the full photo gallery for this event,please visit www.msvu.ca/alumnae.When the Obamas welcomed their new pooch,Bo, they had a powerful training tool at theirfingertips thanks to Mount alumna, Adina MacRae,BPR ‘00. MacRae is president of The ClickerLeash Co., a Halifax company specializing in petfriendlytraining tools. It was hand-picked by aLos Angeles-based PR firm to be part of the FirstPuppy Gift Box.The company’s flagship product, the ClickerLeash, was selected from over two hundred otherdogcentric items to be gifted to the Obamas. Firstused with large animals in zoos and aquariumsbecause of its efficiency and non-violent nature,clicker training has gained popularity amongdog trainers since introduced in the early 1990’s.The Clicker Leash was among gourmet, homemademeals, organic treats, canine aromatherapycandles and crystal necklaces.MacRae, a former co-op student, had work termswith the Department of Community Services andtwo terms with Corporate Communications Limited(now Colour).“My co-op experience taught me the importanceof detail and creativity as well as the need tohone my writing style and message to reachtarget audiences. This is the most important toolI am currently using from my public relationsbackpack,” she says.She credits her PR degree and co-op educationwith giving her the opportunity to enter thecorporate world immediately employable. Later,when MacRae decided to follow her passion fordogs and leave corporate life, she turned to theMount again. The Centre for Women in Businessprovided MacRae with advice and counseling onhow to turn her new dog training product into aviable business.

ALUMNAE NEWSJanice Graham-Migel, BSA ’78, BEd ’79,MAEd ’83, is a tremendous example ofan alumna with a life-long connectionto the Mount. Besides completing threedegrees at the Mount, she taught in theDepartment of Office Administration, wasa researcher with the Institute for theStudy of Women, served on the Boardof the Mount Saint Vincent AlumnaeAssociation (1999 - 2007), was a memberof the Board of Governors (2005 - 2007),and Co-Chaired the Metro Chapter AnnualDinner for several years. Over the years,she also supervised several Mountstudents as part of their practicums andinternships in schools.Graham-Migel is currently a schoolguidance counsellor at Ridgecliff MiddleSchool in the Halifax Regional SchoolBoard where her responsibilities includecoordinating a Comprehensive Guidanceand Counselling Program. In contrastto the traditional way of guidance andcounselling, this Program is designed toassist the personal, social, educationaland career development of studentsby shifting its focus from a position toa total school program that requiresa professionally qualified counsellorfor full implementation. The Programis based on a needs assessment andongoing evaluation and has an advisorycommittee consisting of the schoolguidance counsellor, teen health centrecoordinator, administrators, teachers andstaff, students, parents and communitymembers.She is presently in the third year ofpiloting a program at the junior highschool level based on the frameworkof the senior high school “Options andOpportunities” (O2) Program – whereJanice is once again giving back to theMount. The program is a partnership withRidgecliff, the Mount and the Nova ScotiaCommunity College (NSCC). Grade 8 and9 students learn portfolio development,resume writing, and visit the campusesof the Mount and NSCC where they‘test drive’ various diploma and degreeprograms. Not already busy enough,Graham-Migel is President of the SchoolCounsellors Chapter of the CanadianCounselling Association and she alsorecently completed a PhD in EducationalAdministration at the Ontario Institutefor Studies in Education of the Universityof Toronto.“My academic studies, as well as myteaching and research experience at theMount, prepared me well for my workin Education over the years. It was aprivilege to serve as a member of theBoard of Governors and to be able togive back to the Mount through myvolunteer work as a Board Member ofthe Alumnae Association.”I’ve been at Oxford University for6 months now, and am havingan incredible experience. I get toattend lectures by world leaders,have access to an amazingwealth of information and workwith some of the best researchfacilities in the world. Of course,without my training from theMount, it would have been amuch tougher transition. Mypractical skills have been putto the test here, and my Mounteducation hasn’t failed me.I’m loving it here, but still missbeing back home.MSVUHalifax NSB3M 2J6CanadaGreetings from Oxford!Jake Yorke, BSc ’08, Rhodes ScholarJakeFolia Montana 13

New ProgramBenefits Mount AlumnaeMyrtle BeachMonctonMontrealAlumnae Relations, University Advancement is pleased toannounce a new program offering our alumnae reduced ratesat 60 hotels across Canada and in the United States which aremanaged by Pacrim Hospitality Services Inc.(PHSI).In 2002, Pacrim founded the PacrimInvitational Golf Tournament. The netproceeds from this annual event has beendesignated to the Tourism and HospitalityManagement program at Mount Saint VincentUniversity to be used to provide assistanceto students, through an endowment, andto support various program needs.“We are delighted to partner with PacrimHospitality Services Inc. in offeringthis program to our alumnae,” saysJone Mitchell, Associate Vice-President,Advancement at Mount Saint VincentUniversity. “Pacrim is a leader in thehotel management field and is a greatsupporter of the University. This programis an extension of our relationship whichwill benefit our alumnae.”This new service for alumnae is inaddition to the ongoing affiliation withPacrim Hospitality Services Inc. It willguarantee a minimum discount of 10%off the best available rate at every hotelin the Pacrim portfolio, regardless of theseason or the location. Along with greatrates being offered, a portion of the roomrate will be donated back to the Mountto support alumnae relations activities.The program features easy onlinebooking at www.mountalumhotels.comand a toll-free number (1.866.908.7666)for immediate reservation assistance andconfirmations. All alumnae need to do isrequest the Mount’s Alumnae Rate.“Pacrim Hospitality Services Inc. enjoysa long-standing relationship with MountSaint Vincent University as a supporter ofthe Tourism and Hospitality ManagementProgram. We are now pleased to havea partnership with the Mount Alumnaefor the provision of hotel servicesthroughout Canada,” Glenn Squires, CEOof PHSI said. “We are confident that thealumnae will appreciate the savings andthe convenient reservations bookingsystem this program offers.”Pacrim Hospitality hosts the annualPacrim Invitational Golf Tournament. Thenet proceeds from this annual event aredesignated to the Tourism and HospitalityManagement program at Mount SaintVincent University to be used to provideassistance to students, through anendowment, and to support variousprogram needs.Winner of the 2008 Pinnacle Award asCanada’s Hotel Company of the Year,Pacrim Hospitality Services Inc. is oneof Canada’s largest, privately-ownedhotel management companies. PacrimHospitality is based in Halifax, NovaScotia, and has for more than a decade,expertly managed hotels in partnershipwith many of the world’s most recognizedbrands. For more information and acomplete listing of properties, pleasevisit www.pacrimhospitality.comWe trust that our alumnae join us inwelcoming Pacrim Hospitality ServicesInc. as a new partner offering servicesto our alumnae.For information: www.msvu.ca/alumnaeFor reservations: www.mountalumhotels.comor 1.866.908.7666The Mount established the following:Pacrim Hospitality Services Inc. EndowedAward for Excellence in Tourism andHospitality Management is presented to astudent graduating from the Tourism andHospitality Management program with thehighest aggregate.Pacrim Hospitality Services Inc. EndowedTravel Award for the Tourism and HospitalityManagement Degree, to assist studentsenrolled in the Bachelor of Tourism andHospitality Management program who tookup residence outside of HRM to completetheir co-op work term.Pacrim Hospitality Services Inc. EndowedLeadership Award to provide assistance toa senior student enrolled in the Bachelorof Tourism and Hospitality Managementprogram who has demonstrated leadershipqualities and potential to contribute tothe profession in the future.Pacrim Hospitality Services Inc.Endowed Scholarships. Two scholarships– one to a full-time student entering theprogram directly from high school andone scholarship to a student from NSCCentering directly upon the completionof the NSCC Tourism and HospitalityManagement Diploma.The Pacrim Tourism and HospitalityManagement Enhancement Fundto enhance scholarly activities and toprovide funding for program needs forthe Tourism and Hospitality program.

ALUMNAE NEWSseptemberFRIDAY18SATURDAY199.00 amWine Tour in the Valley – Joinsommelier Sean Buckland fora day filled with a tour of threewineries in the Annapolis Valley,lunch at the Tempest in Wolfville,and plenty of onboard fun.Co-operative Education Symposium: Celebrating 30 Years of Success12:00 noon50 th Class Jubilee LuncheonAcademy and College classes of 1959 are invited to joinKathryn Laurin, President and Vice-Chancellor, Mount SaintVincent University, and Sheldon Miller, BBA ’99, President,Mount Saint Vincent Alumnae Association for a goldenjubilee celebration.5.30-7.30 pmMartini Night at Vinnie’s2:00 pmCome out to watch theMystics play UNBSJ men andwomen at Mainland Common6.30 pmAlumnae Weekend Dinnerat MacAskill’sSUNDAY209:30 amEcumenical Service in OurLady of Wisdom Chapel,Evaristus Hall11:00 amFarewell Brunch. Gather tosay goodbye to new friendsand old. Special guests at thebrunch are the Classes of1954 and 1949.12:00 noonGet ready to cheer for theMystics Soccer teams. Catchthe women’s match betweenthe Mount and Saint ThomasUniversity at MainlandCommon2:00 pmMen’s Match at MainlandCommonCelebrating a Special Reunion?The Classes of 1994, 1999, 1984, 1969, 1959, and 1949are encouraged to join together to celebrate their milestone class reunions.Campus Tours by request. Art Gallery open 1:00 - 5:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday.Alumnae rates available at the Holiday Inn Express (a Pacrim Hospitality Services Inc. property).Call 1.866.908.7666 (toll free) or book online at www.pacrimparticipates.com/mount-alumnae/For more information about Alumnae Weekend 2009 call 902.457.6433 or 1.888.678.2586 (toll free),email alumnae@msvu.ca, or check out our website at www.msvu.ca/alumnae for more details.Folia Montana 15

DONOR REPORTThank YouEach and every gift to MSVU, whatever the size, makes animmediate difference. We want to show our appreciation foryour generosity. Our giving circles recognize all our donors.Thank you for being a part of our success.Fiscal Giving RecognitionChancellor’s Circle$ 25,000 plusPresident’s Circle $ 10,000 – 24,999Deans’ Circle $ 5,000 – 9,999Scholars’ Circle $ 1,000 – 4,999Learned Circle $ 500 – 999Ambassadors $ 100 – 499Friends $ 1 – 99I am very pleased to share with you this report of donations toMount Saint Vincent University in 2008/09.While preparing this report last year, we were certainly unawareof the challenges our individual and corporate donors wereabout to face in 2008. These challenging times have forcedus all to work and live differently. Although we are confidentthat we’ll get through this, we want our donors and supportersto know that we are thinking of you, we appreciate yoursupport in 2008 and, regardless of where the economy goes,we will continue to work diligently to ensure your gifts areused wisely and responsibly. In spite of the economy, we aremoving forward, ensuring our students have the best universityexperience. We are able to move forward, not for what you areable to give now, but because you have stood by us in thepast. For this, we thank you most sincerely.This report includes the names of individuals, companies andassociations who made a gift(s) between April 1, 2008 andMarch 31, 2009. The Fiscal Giving levels are noted in the table,recognizing all our donors. The pie chart, on page 22, indicatesthe areas, programs and initiatives that were supported.We look to the future with great optimism and thank you foryour continued support and generosity.Jone Mitchell, CFREAssociate Vice-President, AdvancementMystics’ SocietyRecognizes alumnae who have made their first gift to theUniversity within two years of graduation.1873 SocietyThe 1873 Society, which marks the year the Mount wasfounded, honours those who have notified the University oftheir intention to include Mount Saint Vincent University intheir estate planning. The University recognizes with gratitudethose alumnae and friends whose commitment to the Mountextends beyond their lifetime.Can’t Find Your Name?It’s possible that your gift fell outside the parameters ofour reporting period (April 1, 2007 - March 31, 2008) or youhad previously requested to remain anonymous. If you havequestions, or are concerned that your name was missed,please contact University Advancement at 902.457.6764 oremail debbie.mcintosh@msvu.ca.16 Folia Montana

DONOR REPORTChancellor’s CircleElizabeth Fountain..................... 1979& Fred FountainDavid HarppPresident’s CircleMartha & Bruce JodreyGladys Savard........................... 1952& F.G. SavardAnnegret & Hans UhthoffDeans’ CircleSusan CovertE. Margaret Fulton.................... 1994Dale Godsoe.............................. 1997Greg GriceMichael JacksonSusan Patten............................. 1997Rosemarie Sampson................ 1968Janis Sobey-Hames................. 1976Scholars’ CircleRussell & Susan BoydHugh Brown& Linda Brown........................ 1962Gerard Buckley......................... 1985Evelyn Burnham........................ 1982Julie Carroll................................ 1963Glenna Conrad........................... 1988Margaret Conrad...................... 2007Katherine DarveshAndrew Doyle............................ 1997Craig Ennis................................. 2000Shirley Forde.............................. 1962Tony GoodeCheryl HodderKathryn E. LaurinBruce Mansour......................... 1993Jone MitchellBruce OlandElizabeth Parr-JohnstonSuzanne Reynolds.................... 1966Douglas SimpsonMary Uhl..................................... 1948& Norman UhlSarah & Gordie VeinotReed WeirDonna WoolcottLearned CircleLouise Ardenne......................... 1989Ninette Babineau...................... 1995Robert Batherson...................... 1997& Catherine MacIsaac.......... 2005Georgette Bergstrom............... 1966Janet Brisse............................... 1963Sheila A. BrownMike Foran................................. 1989& Catherine KeatingPaul Forward............................. 1987Peter GlenisterPeter GreenwoodGlenn HollettLouise Hunt................................ 1974Randy KriseCatherine LangilleElizabeth Larmond-Elliot.......... 1961Mary Lou LeRoy........................ 1983Linda MacDonald...................... 1967Mary MacEachern-Fitzgerald.1968Janet MacMillan....................... 1981Kelly MarkRose McGinn............................. 1978Janet Murray............................. 1956Mary O’Regan............................ 1965Shani PearsonM. Jane PhillipsBarbara B. PikeMeredith RalstonElizabeth Roscoe....................... 1971Nancy Spencer......................... 1994Dorothy Wills............................. 1956Catherine Woodman................ 1984AmbassadorsRaymond Adekayode............... 1994Janis Aitken............................... 1969Jana Amirault............................ 2000Doris Ashfield............................ 1969Deborah Barker-McIntosh...... 1996Jo-Anne Belliveau.................... 1975Robert BerardK. Nicole Billard........................ 1996& Jeffrey Billard...................... 1998Tamiko Black.............................. 1994Wendy Boisvert......................... 1991Isabel Bonnyman...................... 1936Donna Bourne-TysonRobert BradfordGeraldine Burke........................ 1964Holly Burridge............................ 1990Elaine Burrows.......................... 1974Margaret Busche...................... 1974Douglas & Lily CampbellKim CampbellJane Carman............................. 1976Linda Carnell Swinwood.......... 1992Holly CarrJudith Carson............................ 1968Carmen Chaddock.................... 1972Lily Chan..................................... 1961Don ChardMary Chipman........................... 2001Marie Cluney............................. 1982Pamela Cochrane..................... 1981Frances Cody............................. 1981Marlene Coffey.......................... 1991Michael Collicott....................... 1984Joy Collins.................................. 1984Simone Comeau Geddry.......... 1963Jane Cordy................................. 1989Diane Cormier Leger................ 1979Kathryn Corrigan....................... 1987Marion Crabbé.......................... 1956Paula Crouse............................. 1986Sheila Cummings...................... 1968M. JoAnn Cunningham............ 1983Dawn Dalley............................... 1991Barbara Darton......................... 1997Sharon Davis............................. 1982Linda DeGrace........................... 1990Keoki Dickinson......................... 2000Catherine Dorais-Plesko......... 1988Louise Doran.............................. 1971Brandy Dowdall......................... 1984Barbara Downie........................ 1957Susan DrainPatricia DrakeSuzanne Drapeau..................... 1983Margaret Driscoll...................... 1958Anita Dubinsky.......................... 1983Nancy Dyer................................ 1961Johanna EliotMargaret Ellis............................ 1976Juliana Elsinga.......................... 1981Darlene Ervanowitz.................. 1995Laddie FarquharEarl Ferguson............................. 1984Noella Brennan Fisher............. 1962Randall FisherBarbara Fitzgerald.................... 1972Jeanne Flemming...................... 1965We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of this information.If you are aware of any errors or omissions, please call University Advancementat 902.457.6764 or toll free at 1-888-MSV-ALUM.Have you spoken to aMount student this year?Each year, Sunday throughThursday between Octoberand the end of March,student callers reach outto Mount alumnae, andfriends. Contributions madethrough the Annual GivingProgram help support awide variety of projectsacross the University. Yourgenerosity allows the Mountto attract top students,offer quality programs, andmaintain our reputationas one of Canada’s topacademic institutions.Working in the Call Centreis very rewarding and Ifeel like I’m able to make adifference through my job.Also, talking to alumnae hasgiven me a number of ideasabout where my own degreemight take me. As a studentcaller I both contribute to,and benefit from, the Mountcommunity.Chelsey Briggs, BA ’09

DONOR REPORTAmbassadorsJill Flinn....................................... 1957Mark Forward............................ 1993& Deanne MacLeod............... 1992Heather Fraser-Davey.............. 1968Kevin Gass.................................. 1983Corinne Gaudet......................... 1967Nancy Gilbert............................. 1983Anna Godwin............................. 1940Deborah Gosbee....................... 1978Dorothy Grady........................... 1952Janice Graham-Migel.............. 1983Mary Grant................................. 1969C. Gail Granville......................... 1968Elizabeth Guinan....................... 1958Stephanie Hale.......................... 2003Gwen HaliburtonGwendolyn Hampe................... 1959Heather Hanson........................ 2006Mary Jane Harkins................... 1972Mary Harnish............................. 1970Vicki Harnish.............................. 1974Jean HartleyDonald Hatcher......................... 2004Alan Havill.................................. 1990Erin HemeonDonna Hillier.............................. 1988Anne Marie Horne.................... 1967Sonya Horsburgh...................... 1991Jill Hurlbert................................. 1993Jean Inkpen............................... 1947Alma Johnston.......................... 1983Barbara Jones........................... 1955F. Marie Jones........................... 1955Barbara Kane............................ 1966Catherine Kelley........................ 1940Elaine Kelly................................. 1982Brent KingAnita Kingdon............................ 1964Jean Knickle.............................. 1951Lorraine Lafferty........................ 1978Phyllis Lambert.......................... 1992Sandra Lampard........................ 1965Martha Laurence...................... 1960Terry & Margie LawrenceDennice Leahey........................ 1964Daurene Lewis.......................... 1993June LumsdenCatherine Lumsden-Bonnell... 1977Anne MacCleave...................... 1980Nancy MacCready-WilliamsAnnemarie Macdonald............ 1965Heidi E. MacDonald.................. 1990Margaret MacDonald.............. 1953Robert MacKayJoy MacKay Williams.............. 1975Ann MacKenzieAgnes MacNeil......................... 1981*Rose Macneill.......................... 1937Dawn MacNutt.......................... 2005Mary MacPhee......................... 1968Anne Mahoney-MacDonald... 1996Adrienne MalloyM. Rachel Martin...................... 1979Yvette Martin............................. 1989Roberta Mattocks..................... 1957Michele McCarthy.................... 1999Robyn McIsaac......................... 1994Elizabeth McIver....................... 1971Margaret McKee...................... 1984Elspeth McLean-Wile.............. 1979Anthony McNeil........................ 1993Patricia Meskill......................... 1965Susan Mills................................. 1977Aftab Mohammed..................... 1980Marilyn Montgomery............... 1992Anna Morris............................... 1970Janice Mrkonjic........................ 2000Marguerite Muise..................... 1965Joyce Munroe........................... 1995M. Linda Murray........................ 1968Beverly Musgrave.................... 1971Jacqueline Neck....................... 1999Edith Nelligan............................. 1962Ruth Nelligan............................. 1962Tracey Newman........................ 2000Deborah Norris.......................... 1979Adrienne O’PrayColleen O’Toole.......................... 1997Terrence ParisMadeline Patton........................ 1978Stefanie Pavlin.......................... 1952Marguerite Peddle.................... 1952Isabel Blackmore Petch.......... 1964Georgina Phillips....................... 1971Janet PiersCharmaine Pope........................ 1990Mary Pothier.............................. 1969Deborah Pottie.......................... 1974Marilyn Pye................................ 1998Patricia Quinn............................ 1961Kim Raine.................................... 1988Marion Reid................................ 2002Maureen Reid............................ 1998Hazel Reyno............................... 1964& Paul ReynoCalvin RiceSheila Richardson..................... 1963Joanne Rivest............................ 1986& Dayle Harrington................. 1983Joan Rogers............................... 1972Suzanne RossonLinda Rowe Fitch....................... 1976Barbara Ryan............................. 1971Lara Ryan.................................... 1992Claudette Sapp.......................... 1980Brigid Savage............................ 1995Judith Schurman....................... 1967Lori Scott.................................... 1986Michelle Scott........................... 1982Ann Selvet.................................. 1944Susan Settle............................... 1986James SharpeBarbara Shea............................ 1984Nancy Sheehan......................... 1957Ward & Madge SkinnerJean Sloan................................. 1990Janet Sollows............................ 2005Susan Spellman Cann.............. 1980Adah Spencer............................ 1967Leslie & Patricia SpencerDella StanleyAlison Stark................................ 2008Thelma Stevens......................... 1978Daniel Taylor.............................. 1986Errol Taylor................................. 1989Linda Taylor................................ 1969Lynne Theriault.......................... 1971& Don TheriaultAnnette Thibodeau................... 1970Mary-Ann Thorpe..................... 1963M. Diane Tinkham..................... 1973Theresa Tobin............................ 1981Evelyn Tucker............................. 1948A. Jasmin Uhthoff..................... 1990June Verrett............................... 1979Ann Vessey................................ 1992Genevieve Vest.......................... 1966David WainwrightRichard Walkden...................... 1984Camilla Watts............................. 1983Walter WebberIsobel Wesley............................ 1993Sybil & Earl WestonMichael WhalenFlorence Whitby........................ 1952Patricia Whitman...................... 1969Opal Wilson................................ 2000Mary Anne Yurkiw.................... 1977George Zinck............................. 1976Patricia Zinn-Butter.................. 1967FriendsMark your Calendar...Martine Adriaensen................. 2002Cicely Alfonso............................ 1964Catherine Allan.......................... 1948Sharon AndrewsWayne Antle.............................. 1998Patricia Appleby........................ 1974Gladys Ascah............................. 1989Janet Ashe................................. 1963Anne Auby.................................. 1981Nancy Aust................................. 1963Sandra AvoleseTanya Baggio............................. 1995Sonia Baillon.............................. 1995Corina Balcom........................... 1966Marie Bartlett............................ 1951November 25, 2009For more informationor to purchase tickets, contactUniversity Advancement at902.457.627018 Folia Montana

DONOR REPORTFriendsKathleen Batherson................. 1963Jessica BaxterCarolen Beairsto....................... 1958Nicole Beaulieu......................... 1998Elizabeth Bennett...................... 1977Madeleine Berrigan................. 1964Barbara Berringer.................... 2002Sandi Berwick........................... 1987Sandra Bishop........................... 1980Barbara Bisson......................... 1980Kelly Blair................................... 2002Ilya BlumSusan Bolton............................. 1962Patricia Bonang........................ 1959Flora Boudreau.......................... 1970Anne Bowie............................... 1968Suzanne Boylan........................ 1982Jody Brian.................................. 1997Elizabeth Brideau-Asbridge.... 1960M. Elizabeth Brideau-Clark..... 1993Linda Bridel................................ 1999David Brien................................. 1997& Theresa Rath....................... 1996Margaret Briggs........................ 1961Judith Brockie........................... 1963Victoria Brooks.......................... 1994Zelee Broomhead..................... 1986Deborah Brown......................... 1993Denise Brown............................ 2006Treva Brown............................... 1986David Brownlee......................... 2002Wendy Bryan............................. 2008T. Lynn Buckley.......................... 1982Mary Buote-Potts..................... 2005Krista Burchell-Grant............... 1992Barbara Burke........................... 1966Donna Burke.............................. 2000Valerie Burkimsher................... 1982Joanne Burns-Theriault.......... 2003Margaret Burt............................ 1979Luisa Busato.............................. 1999Kimberley Bustin....................... 1991Patricia Butler............................ 1985Kathryn Harrigan Butt.............. 1998Moira Buyting............................ 1999Joanne Byrne............................ 1969Beverly Cameron...................... 1975Phyllis Cameron........................ 1965Anna Campbell.......................... 1948Donalda Campbell..................... 1938Mary Campbell.......................... 1975Rebecca Campbell................... 2006Sheila Cardone.......................... 1966Eleanor Cardoza........................ 1976Christine Carroll........................ 1982Agnes Casey.............................. 1943Susan Casey.............................. 2004Amy Celestin.............................. 1990Patricia Chambers.................... 1973Margaret Clack......................... 1995Lesley Clarke.............................. 2007Murray Clarke............................ 1989Greg Coakley............................. 1980Mary Ruth Cochrane................ 1980Sharon Collins........................... 1972Rhonda Cooper.......................... 1984Carol Covey................................ 1991M. Joan Covey........................... 1933Gerald Cowley........................... 1994& Ann Cowley.......................... 1999B. Doreen Crick......................... 1975C. Imelda Crosby....................... 1970Sheila Crummell........................ 1979Sandra Currie-Samson............ 1989Laurie Daniels............................ 1990Diane d’Astous.......................... 1984Keith Davis................................. 1990Jane Dearing............................. 1982Diane DeBay.............................. 1967Josephine Deeble..................... 1943Patricia Delaney........................ 1950Eleanor Delicaet........................ 1947Marion Dell................................. 1967Donna D’Eon.............................. 1974Yvette Despres.......................... 1969Louanne Devanney................... 1986Kenneth DewarRuth Dewis................................. 1975Ruby Dewling............................. 1974David Diggins............................. 1995Patricia Dill................................. 1964Dolores Dinan............................ 1977Fae-Marie Donathan................ 1990Elizabeth Donnelly.................... 1968Cynthia Doucet.......................... 2007Edwina Doucet.......................... 1984Patricia Doucette...................... 1994Jessie Dow................................. 1981Joan Driscoll.............................. 1959Mary Duffley.............................. 1986C. Michael Dunn........................ 1994& Holly Dunn............................ 1996Amanda Dwyer-MacNeil........ 2004Joanne DykemanBonnie Elliott-Boivin................. 2005Carol Ezekiel............................... 1995Evelyn Faulkner......................... 1981Shelley Fergusson.................... 1987Ann Finlayson............................ 1969Donna Finlin............................... 1970Gloria Finnigan.......................... 1969Heather Fitzpatrick................... 1984Laurie Flindall............................. 1976Marguerite Flinn........................ 1957Susan Forbrigger...................... 2006Linda Fougere............................ 1991Ruth Fox...................................... 1975Elizabeth Fraelic........................ 1973Barbara Fralick.......................... 2000Barbara Frame.......................... 1986Amy France................................ 1981Teresa Francis........................... 1987Carole Fraser............................. 1956Christie FraserSharon Freeman........................ 1985Denise Freeman-Poirier.......... 1998Judith Fulton.............................. 1975Michelle Gailey......................... 1980Janice Gallant........................... 1988Sonia Gaul.................................. 1969Ann GaultonCarolyn Geall.............................. 1990Asma Ghani................................ 2004Karen Gibson............................. 1986Rachelle Payne, speaking at the2008 Scholars’ Luncheon onNovember 20, 2008This scholarship means so much to me,and to my family who should also berewarded for the constant support theyhave given me throughout my journey.To all recipients, scholarships representand reward the hard work of studentswho are passionate about learning andacquiring knowledge. More profoundly,they represent trust - the trust thatyou, the donors, have invested in us,the students. A trust that is past fromgeneration to generation to shape theworld in which we live, and shapeit well.For this we thank you and offer ourtrust in return. Thank you to you andto Mount Saint Vincent University forguiding us in our educational journey -a journey that will last our entire lives,yet one that we will cherish each andevery moment.Rachelle is a first year student pursuinga Bachelor of Science Degree and arecipient of a Presidential Scholarship.The 2009 Scholars’ Luncheon isscheduled for November 26, 2009.Folia Montana 19

DONOR REPORTMount Saint Vincent University has one of the mostheavily treed campuses in the Atlantic Region. It hashad the status of arboretum, which means having adiverse collection of trees and shrubs that encompassthe property. Overlooking the ocean below, the Mountcampus is undeniably beautiful.The Gift Tree Program has been a tremendous successthrough the years. Approximately 100 trees have beenplanted on campus, adding to its beauty and charm.But with the success of this program, space to continueplanting gift trees on campus is limited, at best. We arevery excited therefore to introduce a new Gift ProgramWe want to take advantage of our exceptional campus bycreating welcoming and comfortable outdoor spaces. Thisincludes creating sheltered social squares, to provideprotection from the elements; increasing the numberof benches, to sit and enjoy; and installing bike racks,to encourage health and wellness by taking a bike toschool and work.Another new strategy is to restore an urban forest oncampus hit hard by Hurricane Juan in 2003. A seriesof footpaths run through this wooded section of landbetween Rosaria and Seton. With appropriate planning,such as the installation of park benches and removalof tree debris, we can create an environment to study,reflect, and enjoy the abundance of wildlife thatsurrounds us.The new program will work much the same way as thegift tree program. The donors will be provided with alist of items and their purchase price. There will be theopportunity to choose from a list of available spaceson campus to locate the item and the wording that willappear on the plaque to be mounted. The gift will thenbe maintained and enjoyed for years to come.Although the Gift Tree Program will no longer exist, wewant to ensure donors that all existing gift trees willcontinue to be nurtured and well maintained.For more information on the new Gift Program, pleasecall 902.457.6270 or email lori.scott@msvu.ca.FriendsCarla Gillis.................................. 1979Christena Gillis........................... 1983Yvonne Gillis............................... 1981Sharon Godsell.......................... 2005Catherine Godwin..................... 1961Lisa Gogan.................................. 2002M. Janice Gouthro.................... 1993Rosemary Gouthro.................... 1956Vicky Graham............................. 1980Beverley Gray............................ 1974Monique Gulliver....................... 1997Charlotta Hachey...................... 1979Kimberlee Hall........................... 1986Jacqueline Halsey.................... 1994Marilyn Hamlin.......................... 1990*Joy Hanlon............................... 1950Anne Hanrahan Perigo............ 1986Wendy Hargreaves................... 2006Kimberly Harnish....................... 1981Rhonda Harrington................... 1990Bessie Harris............................. 1964Sylvia Harvey............................. 1985Francis HatcherSteffie Hawrylak-Young........... 1991Georgina Hedges...................... 1982Elizabeth Hemeon..................... 1999Gail Hersey................................. 1971Elizabeth Hessian...................... 1982Alice Hickey............................... 2000Carol HillTracy Hird................................... 1995Ivy Ho........................................... 1999Karen Holman............................ 1995Carole-Anne Holmes-Lauder.. 1975Nancy Horne.............................. 1980Allen Howell............................... 1996Simon Hui................................... 1981& Cynthia Hui........................... 1982Andrea Hurley........................... 1997Ann Hurley.................................. 1970Duane Huxter............................. 2007Douglas Hyland......................... 1998Linda Jacobs Starkey.............. 1971Jennifer James......................... 1991Valerie Jenkins.......................... 1992Signe Jeppesen........................ 2001Cecilia Johnson......................... 1957Angela Jones-Schweers........ 1993Alan Jean-Joyce....................... 1993& Marie Jean-Joyce.............. 1987Allison Kalmakoff...................... 2000Monica Kangley........................ 1958Kevin Kean................................. 1991Bernadette Kearney................. 1999M. Claire Keindel....................... 1951Karen Kelloway......................... 1993Madeline Kelly........................... 1954Nancy Kempton......................... 1979Kimberley Kennedy.................. 1993Simon Kennedy......................... 1991& Suzanne McCarthy............. 1990Martha Kennedy Lynch........... 1967Erin Kerman................................ 1979Catherine Kidson....................... 1989Judith Kiley................................. 1970Jeffrey King................................ 1993Paula King.................................. 2001Raymond KrulickiRonald Laffin.............................. 2001Joy LaRusic................................ 2006Jennifer Lawrence................... 1993Nancy Lawrence....................... 2008Giselle Leblanc.......................... 2003Janet LeBrun............................. 1964Johanne Leclerc....................... 1961Shelley Lefresne....................... 1977Jackie Lewis.............................. 1998Richard Livingston.................... 1979Trevor Lodge.............................. 2007Rose-Marie Lohnes-Hirtle...... 1990Canda Long................................ 1973Paulette Luft............................... 1966Roberta Lutes............................ 1981Pamela Lynch............................ 1997Marion Lytle............................... 1937Janet MacDonald..................... 1993Joan MacDonald...................... 1990Kelli MacDonald........................ 1998Shari MacDonald...................... 1993Margaret MacDonnell............. 1974Barbara MacDonnell-Covey... 1974Pamela MacFarlane................. 1982J. Robert MacGillivray............. 1985C. Gertrude MacIntyre............. 1970Heather MacKay....................... 1989Sandra MacKenzie................... 1996Corinne MacLellan................... 1996Judith Mader............................. 1979Brenda Madera......................... 1977Maria Mancini-Fulmer............. 1984Terri Mann.................................. 2003Patrick MarshMary Martin Rowe................... 1971Kelly Matchett........................... 1994Jean Mathers............................ 1942Victoria Mathias-Coolen......... 1984Carol Matusicky........................ 1967Dorette McColman................... 1960A. Maureen McDonald............ 1969Beryl McDonald........................ 1944Roberta McGinn........................ 1991Elizabeth McHugh..................... 1962Anne McKenna......................... 2007Susan McKenzie....................... 1995Ellen McLaughlin...................... 1987Hazel McLeod............................ 195520 Folia Montana

DONOR REPORTFriendsAnne McNeil.............................. 1977Donna Meagher-Stewart........ 1970Connie Meister.......................... 1994Jeannette Melanson................ 1963Robin Middleton........................ 1987Lindsay Miller............................ 2002Maureen Millsom...................... 1983Marilyn Milner........................... 1989Neville May................................ 2004Shirley Moir................................ 1942Kathryn Molnar......................... 1979Paul Moore................................. 1996Mary Morash............................. 1980Cindy Moss................................. 1986Donna Mossman....................... 1981Cynthia Murphy......................... 1982Lemuel Murphy......................... 1985Gail Murphy-Leadley................ 1969Kim Musgrave........................... 1992Donna Myers Keating.............. 1990Christine Myette........................ 1994Lana Neil..................................... 2006Jean Nicholson......................... 1983Martha Norris............................ 1968Bridget O’Keefe......................... 1965Janice O’Malley........................ 1973Marie O’Malley.......................... 1952Isabel O’Neill.............................. 1979Anita Opalka............................... 1990Sonya O’Sullivan....................... 2006Marie Ouellet............................. 1973Steven Outhouse....................... 1998Iris Owen.................................... 1969Denice Ozon............................... 1982Pamela Paquet.......................... 2003Patricia Parks............................ 1987Lisa Paschal............................... 1995Olive Pastor................................ 1986Tara Payne................................. 2007Lea Pelletier............................... 1992Teri Pereira................................. 1985Shawna Peverill........................ 1992Linda Pike................................... 1990Cynthia Pilichos......................... 2000Stacey Pineau........................... 1994Jeffrey Pittman.......................... 2004Maura Power............................. 1946Beverly Prevost......................... 1972Christopher Prowse................. 1990E. Jane Pryor.............................. 1983Frances Purcell......................... 1978Diane Racette............................ 1998Lorna Randall............................. 1971Patricia Ratteray....................... 1955Robert Rebellato....................... 2003Margaret Redden...................... 1981Barbara Redmond.................... 1968Carole Redmond........................ 1982DeNel Rehberg SedoDebra Reid.................................. 1974Claudine Renault....................... 1971Christene Reynolds................... 1982Deborah Richards..................... 1983Dena Richardson...................... 2005Renee Rickerby......................... 2006E. Marie Riley............................. 1965Susan Ringrose......................... 1966Margaret W. Ritchie................. 1984Kurt Ritter................................... 1990Cecilia Roach............................. 1974Colleen Robbins........................ 1985Denyse RodriguesCarol Rogers.............................. 1966Trina Rogers............................... 2001Gloria Rondeau.......................... 2001Jonathan Rose.......................... 2001Sharon Ross............................... 1980Mildred Royer............................ 1970Thomas Rudolph....................... 1977& Debby RudolphJoan RyanMary Sargeant.......................... 1979Antoinette Savoie*Sheri Shankel-Woolfrey........ 1976Charlene Sharpe....................... 2000Sheila Sheddiac........................ 1979Coleen Shepherd...................... 1966Patrice Shires............................ 2002Katherine SideNatalie Simmons....................... 2004Chantal Simons......................... 2000Geraldine Sloan......................... 1971Carol-Ann Smith........................ 1974Dorothy A. Smith....................... 1984Margaret Smith......................... 1952Sandra Smith............................. 1995Valerie Smith.............................. 1983Carol Snow................................. 2004Elizabeth Sovie.......................... 1996Deborah Sowerby..................... 1976Patricia Spaulding.................... 1971Valerie Spurr.............................. 1981Monique St. Amand.................. 1999W. Bruce Steeves..................... 1986Leslie Stephen........................... 2005Kelli Stevens.............................. 2007Nancy Stevenson...................... 2001Martha Stewart......................... 2006Elizabeth Stockall...................... 1959Catherine Stone........................ 1974Joan Sullivan............................. 1961Pamela Sweet Smith................ 1974Margot Swetnam...................... 1977Thomas Tanner.......................... 1981David Tavares............................ 2005Elizabeth Tavares...................... 1992C. Susan Taylor.......................... 1986Helen TaylorK. Anne Taylor............................ 1953Judith Thackray........................ 1963Linda Thistle............................... 1997Janet Thomas............................ 1991Michelle Thomason.................. 1999Annabelle Thornton.................. 2007Nancy Todd................................ 1974Mary Tozer................................. 1986Barbara Trainor......................... 1959Brenda Tucker........................... 1979Lorraine Tulk.............................. 2000Joanne Turner........................... 1984Patricia Turner........................... 1993Bernie VaughanShirley Vaughan........................ 1976Deanna Vautour........................ 1996Philippa Verrier.......................... 1983Verna Wagner........................... 1982Sara Walker Gallant................. 1999B. Maureen Waterfield............ 2004Marilyn Watson......................... 1983Kathryn Watt.............................. 1982Heather Watts........................... 1982Margaret WattsGreta Webb................................ 1980Rozanne Webb.......................... 1973Kimberly Webster..................... 1997Martha Westwater................... 1996Gladys Whelan.......................... 2003Amanda WhitewoodE. Diane Wile.............................. 1991Lise Wilhelmy-Steele............... 1983The 1873 Society...Be a part of the futureCathy – can you puta picture with this?There are two fromthe PG brochureto choose from –1) Life Insurancephoto or 2) Whatis Planned Giving?photoThe 1873 Society is a special group of alumnae and friends ofMount Saint Vincent University who have honored the universityby making a provision for a future gift. A planned gift can havesignificant tax advantages, making a bequest a win-win for yourloved ones and for future generations of students.We are planning a tomorrow filled with promise andopportunity…and we’re Planning Tomorrow Together. Thank youfor considering becoming a partner in the Mount’s success nowand well into the future.For more information, please contact:Lori ScottManager, DevelopmentUniversity Advancement902.457.6270Email: lori.scott@msvu.ca

DONOR REPORTFriendsGeraldine Williams................... 1977Peter Williams........................... 1990Stacy Williams........................... 1997Nancy Williamson..................... 2002Harolyn Wilson.......................... 1995Kenda Wilson............................ 1989Marilyn Wilson.......................... 1974Shonette Wilson........................ 1989Shirley Woolaver...................... 1982Isaac Wu.................................... 2006Shirley Yabsley.......................... 1981H. Kris Yeates............................. 1993Rannveig Yeatman.................... 1984Mei Yee Rideout........................ 2001Mildred York............................... 1976Kathryn Yuill............................... 1979Denise Zareski........................... 2001* DeceasedEstatesThe Estate of John KnodellThe Estate of Patrick PowerThe Estate of Hildred Martin... and the 85 donors who wishto remain anonymousCorporations, Foundations,and OrganizationsAgenda Managers Inc.ARAMARK Campus ServicesARAMARK Canada LtdASG Financial Corp.Association of Universities andColleges of CanadaBMO Bank of MontrealCanaccord Capital CorporationCanadian Centre for EnergyInformationCharm Diamond CentresCIBC AtlanticColourCommunications and PublicRelations FoundationDelta HotelsExtreme GroupHalifax Chamber of CommerceHalifax Port AuthorityHarrison McCain FoundationHolloway Lodging LimitedInternational Women’s Forum -Atlantic ChapterKCI Ketchum Canada Inc.KPMG LLPLaFarge Canada IncorporatedMacdonald Chisholm TraskInsuranceMake It Happen Inc.McInnes CooperMSV Alumnae AssociationMSVU Department of UniversityAdvancementMSVU Faculty AssociationMSVU International StudentSocietyMSVU Registrar’s OfficeMSVU Students’ UnionMT&L Public Relations LimitedNova Scotia Power Inc.Overstock Outlet Inc.Pacrim Hospitality Services Inc.Pepsi-Cola Canada BeveragesRBC FoundationRBC Royal BankSaint Mary’s UniversityScotiabankScotsburn Dairy GroupSisters of CharityStewart McKelveySorcery Films LimitedStone GalleryTD Bank Financial GroupTD Insurance Meloche MonnexThe Dale Godsoe FamilyCharitable FoundationThe Edwards FamilyCharitable FoundationThe McCain FoundationThe Phyllis Lambert FoundationThe S. Schulich FoundationThe Sobey FoundationTheodore R. and Vivian M. JohnsonScholarship Foundation Inc.WBLI Chartered AccountantsMystics’ SocietyWendy Bryan............................. 2008Lesley Clarke.............................. 2007Tyler Deacon........................ StudentCynthia Doucet.......................... 2007Duane Huxter............................. 2007Jenifer Jackson.................. StudentNancy Lawrence....................... 2008Trevor Lodge.............................. 2007Anne McKenna......................... 2007Jeremy Neilsen................... StudentTara Payne................................. 2007Kyle Rogers.......................... StudentKelli Stevens.............................. 2007Annabelle Thornton.................. 20071873 SocietyEvelyn Burnham........................ 1982Janet MacMillan....................... 1981Carolyn Nobes........................... 1997Elizabeth Parr-Johnston, C.M.Barbara B. PikeRosemarie Sampson................ 1968gifts were made to MSVUin memory ofPatricia BakerWilliam BranchFloyd D. CampbellTerry Goode................................ 1981Willam T. HatcherJaloo JagoshMarial M. MosherFay C. Spencer.......................... 1969Lillian K. WainwrightGifts were Made to MSVUTo HonourGeorgette Bergstrom............... 1966Susan BoydTyler DeaconJenifer JacksonSimon Kennedy......................... 1991Jeremy NeilsenPatrick O’NeillKyle RogersMary SchoenebergerLillian K. WainwrightSr. Martha Westwater............. 1996www.msvu.caWe are very pleased to announce that weare once again able to offer secure onlinegiving. This option offers alumnae andfriends the option to make a gift orpledge payment directly onlineusing a simple, secure form.It’s as easy as clicking onthe ‘donate now’ button onour website.Your gift willbe processed promptly byUniversity Advancement staffand a tax receipt issued.donatenow!Our Donors directed their funds to the following...6% 2%5%11%Building Tomorrow TogetherScholarships76%Bursaries, Prizes & AwardsDepartment/ProgramsUnrestricted22 Folia Montana

A message from the Sisters of CharitySubmitted by Sisters of Charity Communications OfficeThe Sisters of Charity Motherhouse is now being dismantled.The building hasn’t served the Sisters’ needs for many yearsand in early 2008, it was announced that the most viable optionwas deconstruction.This was the third Motherhouse for the internationalcongregation based in Halifax. When the building was openedin 1959, it was the largest structure east of Montreal. It wasdesigned to accommodate 900 Sisters and Academy studentswith a gymnasium, an auditorium and a chapel the size of aparish church. The Motherhouse served the broader communityin many different capacities as it was renovated and space wasrepurposed over the years.Congregational Leader Sister Donna Geernaert, BSc ’64, saidthat dismantling it “was not an easy decision, but it reflectsour recognition of deteriorating conditions in the building andchanges in the real estate market in recent years. Decisionsaround the Motherhouse building and property need tobe practical ones, based on what’s best for the future ofthe Congregation.”Sisters of Charity MotherhouseMemorabiliaPewter Ornament $15Aitkens Pewter replica of the building exteriorItalian Marble $10A 3” slice of marble from within the buildingThe Sisters of Charity contracted Shannex to construct a newbuilding just across the road from the Motherhouse, at the topof the hill above campus. Approximately 100 retired Sisters arenow living on five floors of a comfortable, attractive new homecalled Caritas Residence. The ground floor of the building isa totally separate space called the Sisters of Charity Centre,housing the “head office” of the Congregation: Leadership Team,finance, communications and advancement offices, and thecongregational archives.Though a few significant elements from the Motherhouse wereincorporated into the new building, most of its contents weredonated or sold. Proceeds from the sale of the more than12,000 auction items will help support Sisters’ projects here andinternationally.The Casavant organ is now installed at St. Agnes Church, Halifax.Stained glass panels are now located at the Sacred Heart Boys’School, Saint Benedict Parish and in private collections. Pewswent to various churches and even a restaurant in Bedford.The green plush auditorium seating found new homes withDartmouth Players, the Yarmouth Regional Arts Council, andEvergreen Theatre in Margaretsville. Paintings were donated tovarious collections including the Musée de Kent in Bouctouche,NB (home town of artist Sister Agnes Berchmans) and theArt Gallery of Nova Scotia. Furniture and hundreds of otherpieces were donated to Parker Street Furniture Bank, Habitatfor Humanity, Metropolitan Immigrant Settlement Associationand other non-profits. Some items went as far as Ghana, in acontainer filled with furniture, books, linens and physiotherapyequipment.The Motherhouse building is being dismantled in a way thatis both environmentally sensitive and economically sound.Materials will be reused to the extent possible. The Motherhousehas played a part in thousands of lives over its 49-year lifespan.Sisters remember its early years when they were novices, andthe many Congregational celebrations. Others reminisce abouttheir time there as students, staff or retreat participants. Theyfound support and comfort at the dePaul Centre, in the Chapel,in visits with individual Sisters.What many people remember is the camaraderie, the warmwelcome, the caring environment. That hospitality and caring isstill there, on the Halifax property and everywhere else a Sisterof Charity lives and serves. The Sisters of Charity mission – theirspirit, their work, their service to others – doesn’t depend ona building.Proceeds from the sale of Motherhouse memorabiliawill help support the work of the Sisters.For more information or to place an order, please contactthe Sisters of Charity Communications officeEmail: communications@schalifax.caPhone: 902 457-3549www.schalifax.caMotherhouse MemoriesThe Congregation is creating a commemorative piece toreflect some of the many happy stories and memories. Pleaseshare your best memory of the Motherhouse with the Sisters.Keep your story to less than 500 words, include any photosby July 15, if possible.Please email your Motherhouse memory to communications@schalifax.ca or call the Sisters of Charity CommunicationsOffice at 406-8119 to make other arrangements.Folia Montana 23

1947Joy (Lake) Hanlon, ACAD ’47, BSc ’50In October 2008, Joy and friends met at theMount Motherhouse for a luncheon. Theladies – who had mainly graduated from theMount between 1950 and 1952 – came from allover the US and Canada for the event. Theyhad a wonderful time and hope to make thisan annual event. Attendees included: Marie(Martin) Jones, BA ’51, DipEd ’52, BEd ’55;Sheila (Dunphy) Huck, BA ’51, BEd ’52; SisterIrene (Evelyn) White, BScHE ’50; Dr. JoanMacLeod, BA ’50, DipEd ’51, BEd ’56; Jean(Curran) Knickle, BSc ’51; Denise MacLeod,BA ’62, MA ’69, BEd ’03; Dr. Mary Cossitt, BA’51, DipEd ’52; Florence Whitby, BSc ’51, BLS’52; Sister Margaret Molloy, BA ’49, DipEd ’52,BLS ’52; Marie (Todd) Murphy, BA ’50, BEd ’51,DipEd ’52; Dr. Mary Grant, BA ’52, BEd ’63, MA’03; Sister Greta Conrad, BScHE ’50, and Joy.Joy passed away on January 5, 2009.1964Yolanda Sett, BSASince leaving the Mount in 1964, Yolanda hasworked as a Vincentian Volunteer with theSisters of Charity mission in Guatemala. Shewould love to hear from her old classmates.Yolanda can be found on Facebook.Barbara Smith, ACADBarbara would love to reconnect with herMSV Academy classmates (1961 – 1964). Sheis hoping to create an online photo album ofher times at the Mount, and would love toshare and receive pictures.1974Ann Fothergill-Brown, BAAnn is living out a 35 year dream of runninga Bed & Breakfast. Her business, NewboroHouse, is located in Newboro, ON, and may befound online at www.newborohouse.com.1981Cynthia Fry, BHEcCynthia married Donald McIntosh in Bermudaon April 17, 2008. They renewed their vowson March 6, 2009 amid family and friends,including their bicycle team, at Bicycles Plusin Bedford, NS.Peter Zwicker, BBAPeter Zwicker is an active politician in thehistoric UNESCO Town of Lunenburg. Hewas recently re-elected to serve as TownCouncillor and serves as Deputy Mayor. Peterturned 50 in June 2008, and he has rekindledhis interest in music with his band DNR. InMarch of 2008, Peter received certificationfrom the Project Management Institute.Peter invites his friends to contact him atpeter@zwickco.ca.1983Christine Weeks-McLean, BCSChristine was recognized with a 2007 PublicService Award of Excellence for her work inpromoting quality child care in the province ofNewfoundland and Labrador. She currently isworking as a Child Care Services consultantwith the province.1984Debby Gladstone, BADebby is working for Total Fall Protection, asafety company in Dartmouth, NS. She andher son, Jacob, reside in Halifax. She invitesfellow alumnae to contact her by email atddgladstone@hotmail.com.1987Ellen (Redden) Mclaughlin, BAEllen Redden married Brendon McLaughlinon March 20, 2008 in their home with a smallgroup of friends and relatives in attendance.Ellen McLaughlin can be reached at 8 HalfmileLane, Timberlea, NS B3T 2K1.1988Wendy (Chapman) McVeigh, BHEc,CertGer ’93Wendy McVeigh was recently awarded the2008 Premier’s Award of Excellence for herwork in Continuing Care. She currently worksas District #1 Manager of Continuing Carefor the NS Department of Health. She livesin Tantallon with husband Chris andson Matthew.1989Michael Bennett, BBA, BEd ’01For the past 7 years, Michael has workedon faculty at the School of Business at theNova Scotia Community College. He operatesseveral small informational websites in hisspare time. He and his wife Pam, BScHE ’94,live in Middle Sackville and recently adopted2 baby girls, Ava & Sofie. Michael can bereached at Michael.Bennett@nscc.ca1990Charlene Fekeshazy, BBA ’90Charlene, Marketing Director, as a memberof the EastMed team was recognized asMarketer of the Year by Progress Magazine.The EastMed story was featured in theNovember 2008 issue of the magazine.1992Karen (Casey) Hutt, BBAIn September 2008, Karen Hutt was electedBoard Chair of Junior Achievement of NovaScotia. This appointment furthers Karen’scommitment to the organization, where she’sserved as a volunteer since 2001. Karen iscurrently the Director, Power Origination andAsset Management with Emera Energy.Dawn (Hayman) Mallyon, BPRDawn was recently promoted to Director ofMarketing for Hitachi ID Systems Inc., a globalidentity management software company.Dawn can be found on Facebook, Twitter andLinkedin.1993Kelli Harlow Watson, BSc, BA ’96,BEd ’00Kelli married Master Corporal Bradley Watsonon April 26, 2008 at Saint George’s RoundChurch in Halifax. Kelli is currently teachingat Sylvan Learning Centre in Dartmouth.The happy couple reside in Cole Harbour,NS. Former classmates may contact Kelli atkharlow05@hotmail.com24 Folia Montana

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1994Taryn (Anderson) O’Brien, BEdTaryn is currently working as a Feed SpecialistInspector for the Canadian Food InspectionAgency in Kentville, NSPaul Melanson, BBAPaul is now a Recruitment Consultantwith Lock Search Group in Halifax. In thisposition, Paul applies his 14 years of industryknowledge and experience to assist hisclients in finding exceptionally talented salesand operations professionals. Paul invitesclassmates and friends to drop him a line atpmelanson@locksearchgroup.com1995Andrea Simmons, BPRAndrea and her husband Avi Spector arepleased to announce the birth of their firstchild, Emily Clara Spector, on January 29, 2009.1996Sharon Avery, BPRAfter working for many years in the not-forprofitsector, Sharon recently completed a lawdegree from Dalhousie University. She is nowa corporate commercial lawyer practicing atCox & Palmer, a leading law firm in Halifax.Sharon lives in Halifax with her husband andfive children.1999Sabrina (Buchanan) McGee, BPRSabrina has recently joined the marketing staffat the Nova Scotia Agricultural College. Sheand her husband will be celebrating their ninthwedding anniversary this June. The couplehas three children.Julie (Matthews) Naugler, BEdJulie and Dean are thrilled to announce thebirth of their second daughter, Rebecca“Becca” Jane Naugler, on October 7, 2008.Sister Isabella is 3. The Naugler family residesin Calgary, AB, where Julie works as a teacherat Rundle College Academy.2000Jaime (Bona) Campbell, BTHMJaime is a newlywed! She and her husband,Neil Campbell, were married on July 5, 2008.The happy couple reside in Hammonds Plains,NS.Sheri Somerville, BPRSheri has joined the MT&L Public Relationsteam as Director in the New Brunswick office.A native Saint Johner, Sheri returns home tobe closer to her family and to work with herMT&L colleagues and clients.Scott Daniels, BBA ’03As an alumnus of Mount Saint Vincent University,when it came time to purchase car insurance, TDInsurance Meloche Monnex was the first place Iwent to. TD Insurance Meloche Monnex’s superbservice and price held up to the positive feedbackshared by fellow Mount alumnae. Their serviceis not only effective and helpful, but alwaysimmediate and pleasant.1.866.352.6187(Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. AST)MelocheMonnex.com/msvu26 Folia Montana

2001Allison Gerrard, BPRAllison recently graduated from DalhousieUniversity with a Master of PublicAdministration. Allison is the mediarelations manager for Dalhousie’s MedicalSchool. She can be reached atallisongerrard@hotmail.com.2002Krista (Mackarous) Hetherington,BAA (FS) , CertCR ’04Krista and daughter Ashlyn would like toextend their appreciation to everyone whohas lent support following the passing of herhusband, Jamie, on June 8, 2008. Krista isgrateful for the cards, calls, hugs and supportthat her Mount family has shown themthroughout this difficult time.Amanda Lindsay, BPR ’02, CertMktg ’02Amanda has accepted a new position asManager of Corporate Relations & SpecialEvents at the Heart & Stroke Foundation ofNova Scotia.2005Cyndi (Rowlings) Cave, BPR ’05,CertMktg ’05Cyndi married James Ryan Cave on April 10,2009. The happy couple resides in Calgary.Dave McGrath, BPRIn October 2008, Dave was promotedto Director – Marketing and StrategicDevelopment at Vector Aerospace. He hasbeen employed with Vector Aerospace inVancouver, BC since September 2006. Oldfriends and classmates are invited to contacthim at dave.mcgrath@vectoraerospace.com.Morgan McWade, CA, BBAMorgan successfully passed the UFE onDecember 5, 2008, receiving his CharteredAccountant designation. He placed in the topof his class and achieved a place on the DaveHope Honour Role.2006Tara MacDonald, BBATara established Charlie Mac Productions,a Nova Scotia-based film company. Thecompany launched a vodcast on January 30,2009. This vodcast, which appears on YouTube,showcases a range of film and video content.2007Michelle Baikie, MEdMichelle is pursuing her Master of Philosophyin Educational Research at the University ofCambridge in England.Michael Kydd, BPRMichael was recently recognized witha Special Recognition award for hisvolunteerism with the Canadian CancerSociety (Nova Scotia Division). Michael is alsoa member of the Board of Directors of MountSaint Vincent Alumnae Association.2008Laura Newcomb, BAA (CYS)Laura recently accepted a position as a youthworker at the Nova Scotia Youth Facility, inWaterville, NS. She is doing well and is excitedto be working in her chosen field.Charline Wahrmann-Taylor, BEdCharline is one of the Mount’s newestalumnae, graduating in 2008 with her BEd inAssociation with Saint Joseph’s Teachers’College in Jamaica. Charline was the classvaledictorian and the recipient of the Senate’sMedal of Distinction.Helen Domshy, BSc ‘61, came out to cheer on the #1 ranked Mount Mystics men’s basketball team at the CCAA National Championships in Prince George, BCFolia Montana 27

The Mount Saint Vincent Alumnae Association has made adonation towards Alumnae Association scholarships andbursaries in memory of the following alumnae.We welcome feedback on anyaspect of Folia Montana, commentson issues that pertain to Mountalumnae or your experiences at theMount. Letters may be edited forclarity and length.Please direct all correspondence to:Editor, Folia MontanaAdvancement HouseMount Saint Vincent University166 Bedford HighwayHalifax, NS B3M 2J6alumnae@msvu.caFax: 902.445.3962If you are interested in receivingFolia Montana via email, pleasecontact alumnae@msvu.ca.And join us on Facebook. TheMount Saint Vincent AlumnaeAssociation has started a group.Find friends, hear about events andre-connect. www.facebook.comThe Mount respects your privacy and we wantyou to know that it is important to us. Weuse your personal information only to deliverprograms and services, and to keep youinformed of ongoing Mount events and news.If you prefer not to be contacted by us in thefuture, please let us know by calling 1.888.MSV.ALUM (Toll free Canada/US/Bermudaonly) or 902.457.6470 or via emailalumnae@msvu.ca.1930sGwendolyn (Harnish) Campbell, ACAD ’30December 24, 2008Rose Ellen (Sullivan) Macneill, BA ’36,DipEd ’37February 5, 20091940sJoy (Lake) Hanlon, ACAD ’47, BSc ’50January 5, 2009Lilian Jones, ACAD ’42October 18, 20081950sSr. Pauline Deal, BA ’57January 27, 2009Colleen (Williams) Meagher, BSc ’54October 10, 20081960sDorothy Bezanger, BA ’64, BEd ’65June 15, 2008Sr. Rita Curran, BSc ’61December 6, 2008Sr. Elana Killilea (Paul Mark), BA ’67January 12, 2009Sr. Elsie Martin, BA ’63September 2008Sr. Mary Schutte, BA ’64November 6, 20081970sMary (Caborn) Brothers, BBA ’79April 4, 2009Stephanie (Limpert) Leggat, ACAD ’70December 24, 2008Rev. Gordon MacLean, BA ’78December 11, 2008Sheri Maureen Shankel-Woolfrey,BHEc ’76December 2, 20081980sPatricia Heit, CertGer ’85May 23, 2007Barbara Miller, CertGer ’88December 22, 2008Arleigh Watson, BA ’81October 25, 20081990sHeather Bell, BOA ’92, BBA ’94October 22, 2008Shirley (Davis) Coffin, BEd ’91MEd ’97, MEd ’01February 16, 2009Dyrick McDermott, BA ’94April 16, 2009George Poitras, BA ’97February 15, 20092000sE. Marilee (Cooper) MacNeill, MEd ’00June 1, 2008Linda Palmer, BEd ’06November 1, 2008Gregor Sperry, BEd ’05April 30, 200928 Folia Montana

Lots of fun. Lots of laughter. Lots of draws. Prizes for everyone......and support for Mount students.The MSV Golf Classic is the major revenue generator for the Mount SaintVincent Alumnae Association. Your support allows the Alumnae Associationto give to Mount students through scholarships, bursaries, academic prizesand sponsorship of student activities. The Alumnae Association is an‘Investor’ in Building Tomorrow Together, the Mount’s capital campaign.Register your team today.Thursday, August 13, 2009Granite Springs Golf ClubRegistration: 11.30 am – 12.30 pmDinner & Prize Presentations: 6.00 pmFee: $170.00 per playerIncludes: Golf cart, roast-beef dinner, 18-hole scramble formatand fun on the links.MSV Golf Classic 2009Mount Saint Vincent Alumnae Associationc/o Alumnae Relations, University AdvancementMount Saint Vincent University, Halifax NS B3M 2J6Tel: 902.457.6433 Fax: 902.445.3962 alumnae@msvu.ca

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