Newsletter

This newsletter contains information on the election of the next Mount president Dr. Elizabeth Parr-Johnston, a sidebar that reads '1991: May 1991 be a year of peace, health and happiness for all.' There are sections on the Capital Campaign Bulletin's discussion of pledges to the Learning and Leading capital campaign, environmental concerns and talent shows at the Art Gallery, the University of Evansville's Outstanding Writers Series, a profile description of Marilyn Singer, student scholarship recipients, and a discussion of services offered by the Mount archives. There is an 'On the Move' section detailing awards, appointments, conferences, and student evaluations of faculty at Pacific Lutheran University. The newsletter discusses the events at the Mount Christmas Party, Nigerian Staff Development Fellows at the Mount, and a section titled 'Active Living: Health and fitness for the 90s.'

This newsletter contains information on Dr. Frank Bennett's mathematical achievements, Governor General Jeanne Sauvé's visit to the Mount, studies conducted regarding Fall Convocation, a deadline review for NSERC (Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada) postgraduate scholarships, and the first formal meeting of the PR (Public Relations) advisory board. The newsletter contains an 'Of Interest' section on Christmas shopping, the Leeward & Windward Islands Seminar 1989, an Adult Children of Alcoholics workshop/retreat event, a National Forum on the Un/Under-Employment of Humanities Graduates and the Development of New Professional Opportunities, and other events. There is information on a Conference on Women, Arts, and Politics, as well as a Campus Calendar of events from October 17 to October 24 and an update on pay equity.

This newsletter contains information on the Senate's establishment of a special day of community service called Caritas Day, a 'Big Basketball Event' at the Mount, the tourism market potential and the Delphi technique, the alumnae award for teaching excellence, Christmas festivities, coming events, a classified ad on a house for rent and copies of two folded cards, and care to be taken when introducing computers in the workplace. There is a short story called 'Christmas on a Small Planet, and there is a note by Mount President E. Margaret Fulton bidding farewell to students, faculty, and staff for the Christmas break. The newsletter discusses a profile description of DR. Melodie Conlon, the impasse between levels of government, a report soon to be released by the Royal Commission on Post-Secondary Education, research grants awarded, and $5.72 million to be spent on Québec universities focused on specialization. There are sections on keeping pace with technology, money available for students, sexism in language, the variety of items that can be borrowed at the Mount library, scholarships offered, and a film to be show regarding drinking and driving. The newsletter also contains sections on a letter to the editor regarding the opinion piece from the newsletter on November 19, 1984, a performance by the Seton Cantata Choir, faculty participation in a play, appointments of faculty and staff to various positions, and lectures. There is information on a new book by Dr. Ram Seth, an opinion piece on raising children properly, an invitation to the last day of classes at the Marillac residence, co-operation between Dalhousie and the Mount, and the role of natural opiates in alleviating pain.

This newsletter contains information on the Mount's summer grounds crew, the opening of a parent care lounge in Evaristus Hall, the success of the 1990 Alumnae Reunion, and a profile description of Gene Greene. There are sections on news from the Art Gallery, women involved at the Mount's international conference, the growth of the Women and Peace Studies collection, (Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada) grants awarded to faculty, new administrative appointments announced, and a remark on 'The Connection,' stating that it will be published monthly. There is also an 'On the Move' section detailing office relocations, degrees awarded, and workshops attended by faculty. The newsletter also discusses Dr. Susan Clark's departure from the university faculty.

This newsletter contains information on orientation to the Mount, a new structure for higher education recommended by CONSUP (the Council of Nova Scotia University Presidents), Mount students' participation in the Canada World Youth program, Anne Woodyer's appointment to the position of provincial commissioner, two new public relations scholarships available from SUN Radio Ltd., a university community sock hop event, and an 'Of Interest' section detailing scholarships and workshops for students. There are sections on the Capital Campaign Bulletin discussing the funding of the Bill Morris Social Square, new faculty on campus and relocations of existing faculty members, a correction to the grants listings of the September 1991 issue of Campus Connection, an upcoming municipal election, and the beginning of the 1991 United Way campaign. The newsletter includes information on a model for the governance of the universities of Nova Scotia, a 'For the Run of It' advertisement, Art Gallery news, an advertisement for the Elizabeth Seton Lectures, events occurring in the month of November, and an 'On the Move' section discussing publications, faculty elections, faculty appointments, and the annual Corporate Challenge. There are sections on Convocation and installation events for October 1991, Grad Packs available, a '...Fly with the Mystics' advertisement, the beginnings of the Mount's Campus Watch program, and a sidebar with information on the Mount's security office. The newsletter concludes with discussions of recycling, the 'Ship to Shore Trash Campaign,' and a discussion of waste management, winners of the fourth annual Canadian University Productivity Awards program, and the impacts of garbage (especially plastic) on marine life.

This newsletter contains information on Dr. C. Ikoku's visit to the Mount for a tour and a discussion of education and women's studies, 140 new parking spaces at the Mount, Dr. Kathryn Bindon representing Canada in a workshop in Peru, awards and fellowships available, an 18th century studies conference, and an 'Of Interest' section on Art Gallery drawing classes, a guide to the operations of the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) by the Association of University and Colleges of Canada (AUCC), and Choices Week at the the Mount's Student Services. There is an advertisement for the Mount's 'For the Run of It' event, as well as an 'On the Move' section discussing Ruth Jeppesen's career path, Bill Johnson's publications, Mary Sparling's presentation to the Canadian Cultural Programmes, and President Naomi Hersom's involvement in the 1988 Learning and Leading convention in Regina.

This newsletter contains information on a team approach for student health, effects of low-level radiation worldwide, a description of the DUET (Distance University Education via Television) program, financial aid available through scholarships and awards, a $1,000 fund for Project One: Futures for Women by the university's Faculty Association, and a C.A.P.U.S. bake sale. There are also sections on Mount alumnae in the news, the election of the Honorable Terrence Donahoe to be the chairman of the Council of Ministers of Education for Canada (CMEC), and faculty elections to various positions in organizations in the global community. There is information on a tree planted as a birthday gift to Dr. Muriel Duckworth, IDEAS (a national information and opinion program) heard on the CBC radio station, an ad for quitting smoking, a women's resistance in South Africa, what it means to be a professor, art gallery displays, and a Caribbean fashion show.

This newsletter contains sections on what to do in case of an emergency on campus, a Child Study Program grant awarded, distance learning, women in fitness, a peace library, faculty travel, Marillac residence, stormy weather ahead, and alumnae travelling to Labrador. The newsletter also includes sections on blindness in children, the issue of smoking on campus, the Aesthetics of Film course discussing how to make movies, and research grants available. There are also sections on the Support Committee for Symphony Musicians and the creation of COM (Computer On Microfiche) to save storage space in cataloguing.

This newsletter contains information on Dr. Krishna Ahooja-Patel's appointment to the Nancy Rowell Jackman Chair, a new season of exhibitions launched by the Art Gallery, long-service awards and United Way Recognition awards presented to staff, and a section labelled 'Who's where: a list of department and office moves.' There is a section titled 'Capital Campaign Bulletin' highlighting the success of the Alumnae phonathon event, as well as reminders for films and a discussion of McConnell Fellowships.

This newsletter discusses the image of the Mount as 'blurred' in its attempts to promote its courses and services. It also discusses a reception held by the Modern Languages Department for new Costa Rican students, the study of French through travel programs, workshops presented by Dr. Larry Cummings, exhibits of architecture photographs and hooked rugs, a senate report, the Alumnae Fall Fair, technological information regarding photocopiers, scholarships offered by the Financial Aid Office, achievements of Ruby Blois after her graduation in 1975, the Professional Secretaries' scholarships awarded to students, and career opportunities in law. It also discusses a question-and-answer session for Tom Kent, chairman of the Royal Commission on Newspapers, a higher profile required for the C.E. Office, and the travels of president Dr. E. Margaret Fulton for business purposes.