Mount Saint Vincent University. The Office of Public Relations

This newsletter contains information on the arts and crafts sessions of the March Break day camp, whether or not universities do or should operate year-round, sixty years of memories at the Mount, the inclusion of Novanet at the Mount to link its libraries to others, a 'Flash' section highlighting Prime Minister Brian Mulroney's moment of 'making history,' a Women's Studies lecture series, The Host Family Progran, and a 'Something New and Different' section highlighting a 'tongue-and-cheek' mockery of courses that could be offered at community colleges. There is also a 'What's Going On' section regarding faculty activities, workshops, and discussions, as well as an opinion piece regarding affirmative action being used beyond public service and an alumnae update regarding the Mount's Diamond Jubilee. The newsletter includes a classified ad for a house wanted, as well as sections on Adsum House, a debate over a retroactive policy to be adopted by the Council of the School of Graduate Studies, a survey on the effectiveness of the newsletter 'The Connection,' the role of first impressions in the Dalhousie Arts Centre, and the successes of the Mount's Volleyball team. There is also information on upcoming events from Interuniversity Services, Inc., the impacts of the Dalhousie faculty strike, open campus days, student financial aid, and the necessity for university financing changes. The newsletter also includes information on the lack of teacher training, a 'Café Français (French Café) at the Marillac residence, and advertisement for the MSVU Happy Hour, a lecture by feminist historian Roach Pierson, and a 'Trying Something Different' section highlighting Mexican and Lebanese food, and other options available at the Mount's Food Fair. The newsletter concludes with sections on the reasons behind a Peace Studies course, an in memoriam section mourning the deaths of relatives of Mount community members, Daffodil Day, Another Women's Studies chair appointed, and issues of smoking in the workplace.

This newsletter contains information on the MSVU Board of Governors' desire to repay the Sisters of Charity by purchasing land for the congregation, copyright laws, Mount students' methods for storing and cooking fish, and the Mount's attempts to find a Director of Development. There are sections on money received for research, grants awarded for the study of distance education for museums, and an alumnae update regarding the Alumnae Fair. The newsletter includes a profile description of Dr. Geraldine Anthony, a study demonstrating women's deterrence from the sciences, a Mount Student Assistants program, and a list of programs for Acadian Studies (in French). The newsletter discusses osteoporosis in relation to a healthy diet, a Gala dinner, a conference on the academic profession, Mount faculty stars on DUET (Distance University Education via Television), a 'For the Run of It' advertisement, and the decline of universities according to the authors of 'The Great Brain Robbery, Canada's Universities on the Road to Ruin.' There are also sections for high school girls who show interest in the sciences, an opinion piece regarding Pope John Paul II's visit to Canada, a peace studies series of courses, and prizes offered by CBC. The newsletter mentions Nova Scotia women featured in the Dalhousie University Killam Lecture Series, the creation of the Open Universities Consortium of British Columbia, the large turnout for the CAPUS (Campus Association of Part-Time University Students) meeting, U.S. citizens' ability to vote in Canada (for the American president), and a visit by Sir John Wilton, Director of London House for Overseas Graduates. The newsletter includes a classified ad for items sold, tutoring, and financial support for the 'For the Run of It' program, as well as a letter to the editor regarding the use of information in The Connection, an International Student Handbook, and a One-Man Show of an oil painting at the Art Gallery. The newsletter concludes with a discussion (in French) of travelling abroad for educational pursuits.

This newsletter contains information on the lack of experts in the tourism industry, a photograph of snow on campus, sixty years of memories at the Mount, a public lecture held by Elizabeth Dodson Gray regarding Women's Studies, open campus days, integrating faith and justice, the holding of the next CAPUS meeting, a 'Letting Go of Stress' seminar, a photograph of the winner of the Pottery Lottery, a notice that food service availability is limited between February 22 and March 3, and an alumnae update highlighting alumnae meetings in Alberta, the hosting of a memorial mass on February 3, the date and details of the second monthly meeting of the Harbour Fold Society, and a reminder for senior classes to prepare items for the time capsule. There are also sections on a project to help Ethiopia, a research project by Public Relations students, a profile description of Neita Castle, the commencement of a Veterinary College, a classified ad with a Jeep for sale, and a presidential search committee to replace E. Margaret Fulton. The newsletter also discusses a conversation between Dr. Jill Vickers and Mount students regarding Women's Studies, women's politics, grants available for conferences, Chef Rene being honoured, a book written by Duncan Campbell focusing on university public service, and presentations, research groups, courses, and other activities conducted by Mount faculty. There is information on a reunion for the Mount choir, a March Break Day Camp, smoking in the workplace, an International Students' Night, Long Service Awards, an honors thesis written in French by Bonita Oliver, a conference focusing on universities and governments, and an 'adopt a grannie' event where students can converse with the nuns at the Motherhouse. There is also an opinion piece regarding the pay of female faculty when compared to men, a discussion of women in top jobs, a letter to the editor regarding a February Break tour, a section titled 'Adopt an Ethiopian Village,' and a section discussing hardware and software applications from Interuniversity Services Inc.

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 women in the workplace under Nova Scotia law, a soon-to-be-released report from the Committee on Planning and Budgeting, the Alumnae Award for Teaching Excellence, a profile description of Christopher Heide, student financial aid available, Christmas cards available, the impacts of copyright laws on educators, an advertisement for the Mount's Community Happy Hour, projections of the number of women to be unemployed by 1990, a Christmas Cup Challenge, and a talk by Kate Gonthi concerning youth helping youth in Malawi. The newsletter includes sections on university closure during Christmas break, universities as a key asset to Canada's future, faculty travels, conferences, workshops, and other events, and a reflection of the past decade by The Peace Beat. The newsletter discusses Dr. Peter Schwenger's lecture on publications about the nuclear holocaust, the second edition of 'Transition Learning' titled 'Hot off the Press,' the role of part-time Speech and Drama Instructor Caitlyn Colquhoun's role in the movie 'The Puracon Factor,' a letter to the editor regarding the nature of the utensils and plates, and a 'Leg Work for Team Support' campaign. There is information on Spring graduation, 'Veggie Chips,' a lecture regarding the Big Bang by Dr. Werner Israel, a parking survey, western sunlight at the Gallery, getting into the Christmas spirit, and constructive aid to be given to colleges and universities. There is a non-smoking advertisement, as well as sections on scholarships won by secretaries, innovation through partnerships, a talk by Dr. Barbara Roberts regarding Women's Resources for a Peaceful World, a conference sponsored by the Canadian Society for the Study of Higher Education, mosquitoes used for research, and an advertisement for the Seton Cantata Choir in concert. The newsletter concludes with sections on publications by and about women, women and moral madness, an 'Experience Unlimited' meeting, and a position open for Don to be applied for by November 26.

This newsletter contains information on a blood donor clinic, making time for making art, open campus days, a profile description of Dr. Olga Broomfield, the Marillac residence, MSVU's Women's Studies chair in action, and support for LEAF (Women's Legal Education and Action Fund). The newsletter includes sections on The Peace Beat and the organization called 'Outwitting the Clock,' displays at the Art Gallery until March 9, labels for wine bottles and tax training and audits, Nova Scotia women in science, a performance by 'A Chorus Line,' Jonathan White's appointment to help establish an MBA program in Public Relations, and a 'Flash' advertisement for the Nova Scotia Council for University Presidents. There is information on Melissa Sparks's role as Chief of Campus Police, applications for residence and the position of Resident Assistant (R/A), faculty and student research, publications, meetings, and travels, getting into the foreign service, and a budget reminder. The article discusses the Task Force's role in defining Canadians' moral values, a non-smoking advertisement, an advertisement for the Mount Saint Vincent University Community Happy Hour, a new Chaplain on campus, a Mount student who won the Pillsbury Scholarship, and an evaluation of the Vice-President Academic. The newsletter concludes with sections on the Canada/India project for a new building, a progress report on Novanet, participating in a Valentine's Day event at the Marillac Residence (in French), a classified ad for accommodation, supporting Adsum House, and an in memoriam section for the death of Andy James at 29.

This newsletter contains information on women receiving honorary doctors of humane letters degrees, sixty years of memories at the Mount, what security means to women, an editorial concerning the issues of Insight Plus, the return of the Girroir Piano and the associated scholarship, an appointment to be made for the chair of Women's Studies, a new alumnae branch to be set up, and a notice regarding the Mount's 60th year as a degree-granting institution. The newsletter also contains sections on the Jubilee Homecoming of 1985, a profile description of Kristen Earley, a theme song for the 60th anniversary, a poster for the Seton Cantata Choir in concert, an evaluation of the public awareness about the MSVU library, and alumnae awards that were presented. There is information on workplace ergonomics, the increased volume of research grants awarded, paintings on display at the art gallery, and an alumnae update concerning convocation and events proposed for Grad Week. The newsletter discusses events at the Mount Playhouse, a follow-up to the study of the 'Vulnerable Mothers, Vulnerable Children' study, stamps created to mark the end of the 'Decade of Women,' research grants awarded by the Mount's president, and a letter to the editor regarding appreciation for the donations made to Frances C. Cody as a result of the death of their father. The newsletter concludes with a list of graduates from the Mount from the years 1939 to 1983, highlighting their current location, the degrees that they hold, and their marital status.

This newsletter contains information on Mount president Naomi Hersom inheriting 'a marvelous legacy,' an editor's note regarding the purpose and scheduled release of issues of 'The Connection,' a new tourism and hospitality program starting in the fall, the Public Relations Office as the voice of the university, how to apply for research grants, a non-smoking advertisement, information on the Chancellor, Superior General of the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity, and chair of the university's Board of Governors, and information on faculty preaching, activities as co-chair, of the Second Atlantic Conference, workshops, seminars, travels, meetings, and other undertakings. The newsletter includes sections on installation ceremonies, keeping the campus safe, sanitary and attractive, extra staff requirements, chairs for 1986 and 1987, 'no smoking' recommendations, and 'The Pepsi Challenge.' There is information on parking on campus, meals on campus, variety at the book store, programs for Orientation Week, equipment at the Audio Visual office, the Art Gallery as a teaching tool, services for students and faculty, and remarks about bi-weekly pay cheques. The newsletter discusses a new co-ordinator for DUET (Distance University Education via Television), a scholarship named after Dr. E. Margaret Fulton, facilitating supplies collection for the university, the Mount Saint Vincent University Community Happy Hour, and The Peace Beat's discussion of Latin American governments. The newsletter concludes with sections on the Mount's Mission Statement, the work conducted by the office of the supervisor of secretarial services, print shop, and mail room, resource guides available, lecturing on television through DUET, and services offered at the Computer Centre.

This newsletter contains information on honorary degrees conferred to four distinguished women, the Centre for Excellence in English Language Arts, a profile description of Dr. Kim Kienapple, an Air Canada Fellowship and prize, an exhibition of James McGlade's 'The Hearth and the Newborn' at the Art Gallery, the most recent MSVU Community Happy Hour, a conference titled 'Women Alive' at the Mount, and the Congres Des Societes Savantes à l'Université du Manitoba (the congress of scientist societies at the University of Manitoba) (in French). The newsletter contains sections on The Peace Beat's discussion of The Great Peace Journey in Sweden, an effort to inform university members about the hazards of smoking, shaping up with spring fitness, the June 3 Census Day, the Student Union, Athletic and Alumnae Awards Banquet, the Seton Cantata Choir in concert, and a class project that helped the homeless. There is also information on a luncheon hosted by the Mount, training and employment, a Pot Luck Candlelight Supper and Stage Show from the Host Family Association, research grants announced, and a 'What's Going On?' section regarding The Nova Scotia Division of the Canadian Wheelchair Sports Association, the presentation of a conference by the Atlantic Affiliate of the Association for the Care of Children's Health, the eligibility of disabled students to apply for an IMASCO scholarship, an advertisement for Daffodil Days, and an international symposium titled 'Girls, Women and Giftedness.'

This newsletter contains information on tackling new concepts in university administration, $67,000 awarded in scholarships, the value of networking in the the Mount's housing problems, a new arboretum created and named after Sister Lua, an invitation to a Jubilee Gala, a new exhibitions officer planning for a special conference, a portrait unveiled at the Mount, and roof work being done at the Mount. The newsletter also discusses the subjects to be covered at the Jubilee Festival, reception for UPEI (the University of Prince Edward Island) Alumni, courses offered by DUET (Distance University Education via Television), $300 million donated by NSERC (the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council) for Canadian research, and the reception of a major research grant by the Institute for the Study of Women. There are sections on Seton lectures featuring Thomas Merton, volunteers for the Sir Frederick Fraser School, sixty years of memories at the Mount, a course on the chemistry of fabrics, a note to students on scholarships available, and a profile description of Sylvia Cherry. There is also information on The Peace Beat's efforts to demonstrate how one person can change the lives of many, events at the Art Gallery, Dalhousie University's Women's Centennial Year Program, and fitness celebrations, faculty publications, councils, and conferences. The newsletter discusses the Mount Saint Vincent University Diamond Jubilee Celebrations and National Universities Week schedules, a tree planted courtesy of Roberta Way-Clark, an advertisement for the United Way on Campus, and the Microcomputer Information Centre.