Mount Saint Vincent University. The Office of Public Relations

This newsletter contains information on a Women's Studies lecture series, the beginnings of the Hospitality program, E. Margaret Fulton's reception of the Order of Canada, plans for airlifting food to Ethiopia, CCLOW (the Canadian Congress of Learning Opportunities for Women) bridging for women, the microcomputer information centre, prestigious awards presented, doing business in countries in the Middle East, applications for the position of Director of Development, English help for students, and an alumnae update regarding the Harbour Folk Society and the travels the alumnae officer and the board of Directors Fund Raising chairman. The newsletter also includes a profile description of Jean Hartley, information on a choir reunion, museum studies on DUET (Distance University Education via Television), seminars, workshops, and performances given by faculty, and honorary alumnae being granted doctor of laws degrees. There are sections on E. Margaret Fulton's signing of an agreement forming Interuniversity Services Inc., equality on faculty, scholarships available, walking for promoting health, caring for the elderly, adult education, a spectator's guide to Trivial Pursuit, an issue of Feelings/Faith, an image of the Sisters of Charity, an opinion piece on student employment after university, a memorial mass to be held, an International Night, public lectures on the Humanities, a play preview of 'Touched' by Stephen Lowe, and sympathy to Brenda Joergensen on the passing of her father. There is a discussion of a self-evaluation tool for faculty, a human rights address highlighting changes in 1985, a note of caution about caffeine intake, a discussion of classified advertising, a classified ad template, and a consideration of education and labor pains.

This newsletter contains information on six women to receive honorary degrees at a special convocation, joining the celebrations of the Mount's 60th year as a degree-granting institution, a new chair of Women's Studies named, a section titled 'The Peace Beat,' highlighting the dire circumstances brought about by the Cold War, a section on how DUET (Distance University Education via Television) was filled to capacity with students, and an advertisement for an invitation to the MSVU Life Planning and Learning Centre Open House. The newsletter also contains information on women gaining courage from each other following the Nairobi Conference, a profile description of Dr. Larry Fisk, an advertisement for the Elizabeth Seton Lectures, new faculty on the job, Nova Scotia women artists, a conference scholarship, four new board members elected, and awards won by faculty, in addition to presentations, conferences attended, and higher positions granted. There is information on the Microcomputer Information Centre at the Killam Library on University Avenue, an opinion piece regarding the Special Committee on Pornography and Prostitution, sixty years of memories at the Mount, teaching awards granted to Dr. Rao, and a summer increase of the Mount's Summer School population. The newsletter discusses planning for Caritas Day, a luncheon hosted in honor of Dr. Pierre Gerin's retirement, career options and realities, a tourism degree as a possible educational pursuit, a short list for a new Mount president, and a letter to the editor concerning shortage of housing for students. The newsletter concludes with information on the 'Noon Walk' program, the musical 'A Chorus Line,' an in memoriam section for losses of family in the Mount community, an alumna honored, an arts conference, and names added to those supporting a campaign to free Dr. Yuri Orlow and Dr. Anatoly Scharansky from Soviet prisons.

This newsletter contains information on caribou herds fitted with satellite collars, a contract awarded for the communications building at the Mount, a profile description of Marie Kelly, a Council Weekend Retreat at Camp Mushamush, a Home Economics award, a non-smoking advertisement, and a meeting between student refugees and Dr. Hugh Pilkington. There is information on installation celebrations, Thanksgiving weekend thoughts, science as a discipline for women, publications, lectures, congresses, videotape releases of faculty, and discussions by The Peace Beat regarding the Arms Control Chronicle. There are sections on studies of single-parent families by Dr. Ram Seth, a cheque from Edward C. Kynock to president Naomi Hersom for $1,000, the announcement of the Dean's List, a grandmother's learning experiences, the Task Force's reports on sexist bias in research, a 'For the Run of It' advertisement, a free lunch fundraiser, a discussion about smoking on campus, and conferences of interest. The newsletter concludes with discussions of osteoporosis, a theatre trip, volunteers required, and a new tourism industry co-ordinator.

This newsletter contains information on sixty years of memories at the Mount, a Medical Transcription Training Program, a work symposium held by the Mount' Department of Co-operative Education, a choir reunion, an Old Photos Form exhibit, money donated for the cost of restoring the grand piano, a grants program for helping youth, and an alumnae update concerning alumnae activities, a Coffee House, and preparation for Convocation Week. There are also sections on issues of feminism in relation to the economy, a Daffodil Day, a survey on the effectiveness of the newsletter 'The Connection,' the reappointment of Sister Patricia Mullins and Dr. Susan Clark from their current positions to Dean of Humanities and Sciences and Dean of Human and Professional Development respectively, and presentations, seminars, and papers attended, presented, and published by faculty. The newsletter includes a profile description of Erma Rankin, as well as sections on a Canadian Women's mailing list, money available, a bibliography published, support given by the Minister of State for Youth for actions of the CRTC. There is information on a festival of music, a social history symposium, the use of micrcomputers in education, auditions for the Mount Playhouse, a letter to the editor concerning the election of new Student Council officers, and conferences, publications, and other events held at different universities and councils. The newsletter includes an opinion piece regarding housing, as well as sections on the public image of professors, a campaign to acquire $200,000 in Québec for education, and a reconceptualization of God. The newsletter concludes with information on prizes offered by the Atlantic Chapter of the Canadian Micrographic Society, single parents' needs in Canada, and a section titled 'Anne's Author' concerning women's attendance of university.

This newsletter contains information on the Mount's reception of $228,000 in grants to fund projects in the Caribbean, the installation of a VAX 8200 system for computing, a visit from a society for women in philosophy on the Mount campus, a university/corporate partnership to launch 'The Pepsi Challenge,' a profile description of Paul Reyno, a lecture titled 'Women and the Political Process,' the density of registration after the summer break, helping others to help themselves at the Adsum House, and nominations for honorary degrees. There are sections on Professor Lila Engberg's project at Chancellor College, Malawi, a research project at the University of Waterloo about portable computers, the departure of Don Cooken from the Public Relations Office, the Pepsi Challenge, Seton lectures exploring religion's meaning for contemporary women, photos of Orientation 1986, and the inclusion of 'In Her Place: Changing Images of Women in Wester Society from the Seventeenth to the Twentieth Century,' a schedule of activities to be conducted at the Art Gallery event of the same name. There is information on ceremonies of convocation for the installation of Dr. Naomi Hersom, registering early for summer jobs, a wine and cheese reception in the MacNeil Room, another 'first' for Mount grads, papers presented by six faculty members, a new Women's Studies chair named, Monday as a drop-in day, and conferences, meetings, publications, and travels of faculty and students. There are sections on The Peace Beat's discussion of Chernobyl, a pilot project titled 'To Your Heart's Delight' by Doris Gillis, a non-smoking advertisement, and a notice to American citizens about a competitive writing examination. The newsletter concludes with information on smoking on campus, a public lecture series titled 'Women and Knowledge,' and the Shinarama Car Wash for Cystic Fibrosis Research.

This newsletter contains information on the Mount's developmentally delayed children's teaching project, an alliance formed between feminists and libertarians, an autobiography of a working man, a 'Flash' section on an agreement signed between university presidents to create a confederation of university education programs, a profile description of Deborah Cameron, April auditions for the Mount Playhouse, staying on campus in the summer, and an invitation to the Mount Saint Vincent Alumnae Autumn Cruise. There are also sections on an Athletics/Recreation review, photos of the Mount's sports teams, writing for university, paper submissions from business management and records retention to the Atlantic Chapter of the Canadian Micrographic Society, The Peace Beat's discussion of an 'experiment in co-existence' in Israel, and PR (Public Relations) graduates being slow to find jobs. The newsletter concludes with the establishment of the Floyd Campbell Prize, media coverage of the abortion issue, Diane Doré's reception of a certificate of merit from the Governor General, Daffodil Day, and publications, contributions, workshops, and theses conducted by faculty.

This newsletter contains information on a new five-year plan for Mount computer resources, a candlelight supper to be repeated, a Vintage 1925 theme for the Faculty Association Dinner Dance, and the discovery of old Canadian photos appearing in book form. There are also sections on The Peace Beat concerning Star Wars tests and the Reagan administration, the 12th annual University Community Art, Craft, Baking, Hobby and Talent Show, the success of a Mount Co-op student, callings for papers on education, and improving the status of disabled persons in Ottawa. There is also information on the MacLennan report, long-service awards, an in memoriam section for the deaths of family members of Mount community members, as well as a list of activities in international development and research grants awarded. The newsletter contains sections on a profile description of Virginia O'Connell, lectures at Dalhousie on reproductive technology, prints of Agnes Nanogak's scenes of Inuit life, AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) educational campaigns launched in the United States, a poster for the Beggar's Banquet on Caritas Day, toys and furniture wanted by Dr. Ron Van Houten and Dr. Ahmos Rolider, the most ambitious musical at the Mount to date from 'A Chorus Line', and faculty publications, meetings, travels, and professional development. There is information on improving the image of social scientists, books donated in memory of Judith Trenaman, the access provided by shorter courses, the A.U.C.C.'s (Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada) statement on bilingualism, fewer jobs available, home life and children's view of war at the Art Gallery, Gladys Grandy's retirement from Versa Food Services, and the annual winter carnival from January 27-31. The newsletter concludes with an advertisement for a public lecture held by Dr. Kathleen McCartney, and a non-smoking advertisement, as well as information on a Student Union reception and course registration.

This newsletter contains information on (outer) space and social justice, the performance of Symphony Nova Scotia on-campus, the International Women's Peace Conference at the Mount, a biography of Dr. Antoinette Thomas, guidelines approved for Women's Studies Chair at the Mount, and awards for Mount graduates. There are also sections on a series of meetings titled 'Listen to Me!' by the National Advisory Council on Aging (NACA), museum studies to be conducted over DUET (Distance University Education via Television), faculty lectures, panelists, and seminars, and university closure during Christmas break. The newsletter also discusses a National Co-op Conference, higher education, poor wages for women, lectures available to Season's Pass holders, women being capable of performing the same jobs as men, and breaking down barriers to prepare for peace in the Cold War era. There are also sections on networking in the West Indies, CPRS (Canadian Public Relations Society) setting standards for public relations education standards, an opinion piece regarding co-operative agreements with Dalhousie University, Vinnie's Pub's food options, exam timetables, Healthfest as a celebration of healthy living, theory and practice in adult education, the success of the Canadian Studies program creating 'small classes of top-notch students,' and a letter to the editor expressing gratitude for the work done by the print shop crew. The newsletter also covers films that spark debates on women's issues, the lack of change in openings for positions in certain fields, and scholarships that have been awarded.

This newsletter contains information on concerns expressed in the Mount's brief on pornography, amnesty campaigns for women, a crab apple tree planted for women struggling with human rights, Mount tourism reaching out to the tourism industry financially, promoting women in science, Judy Manchester's reception of a scholarship, the possibility of holding a pornography workshop, a learning seminar, and a classified ad on items for sale and being given away for free. The alumnae update includes information on the alumnae fair, detailing the various activities and prizes to be won during the event. There is also a letter from Sheila Brown to CBC's Peter Gzowski regarding her experiences during wartime as a reflection of the Cold War experiences during her time. The newsletter also discusses how the new council on university education should determine universities' role, the role of fantasy as 'fuel of the future,' the fact that the Mount was invited to a meeting held by the Bedford Basin Branch of the Canadian Federation of University Women, and the support offered for raising funds for the Mount's Science Society. There are also sections on Mount faculty being keen on peace studies, the continued legacy of Greenham Commons, students named to the Dean's List, and a boy who wrote a letter to God asking for $100.00, which prompted a humorous response from the Prime Minister in which $1.00 was sent back. There is also an opinion piece on commentators on North American society, a dinner theatre at the Atlantic University Teachers of English Conference, female students hanging back from employment, faculty appointments to new positions, meetings attended, and public lectures, the opening of gallery exhibits by the Lieutenant-Governor, and a list of times for the presentation of Charles Schulz's musical 'Snoopy.' There is also a 'What's New' section discussing the experience of being a woman according to the Bridgetown Weekly Monitor from May 10 1882.

This newsletter contains information on a distinguished scientist for C.I.L., leading the way in university co-operation, the Mount's efforts to help Ethiopia, a letter to the editor regarding a student's experiences taking courses that impacted the student's life positively, a profile description of Deborah Poff, and a section for nominations and applications for the position of the chair in Women's Studies. There are sections on the success of the Women's Studies program on DUET (Distance University Education via Television), the eleventh annual University Community Art, Craft, Baking, Hobby, and Talent Show event, the issues that reduced resources have caused for universities, and a discussion of the 'Exploring Your Tomorrow: Opening Doors' event at the Mount. There is an alumnae update regarding active participation in alumnae affairs, a discussion of walking in space by Dr. Kathryn Sullivan, a PR (Public Relations) society forum, a conference on transportation in Atlantic Canada, superficial remedies for issues in developing countries, a new department's creation in government, and a display of Cuban art at the Mount Art Gallery. The newsletter also discusses the new courses added to the Women's Studies program, a link between the Mount and the University of Malawi, a discussion of Orwell's book titled '1984,' a celebration of healthy women, universities' responsibility in averting disaster, and a continuing impasse between the Royal Commission on the Economic Union and Development Prospects for Canada and the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC). There is also information on interviews of nineteen Mount community members on DUET, the expansion of the Dominican program, women meeting to set the Women's International Peace Conference, researching effects of arginine vasopressin, women in the labor force, and workshops and lectures given by faculty.