Bulletin - Spring 2013

Spring 2013

Bulletin Chapel marks Golden Anniversary Page 4

Driving success

CEO Stephen Wetmore has Canadian Tire on track Page 16

Huge potential

PM, dignitaries laud Beaubassin Research Station Page 11

Staunch supporter

No better place than Acadia: Dr. Tom Raddall Page 28

NEWS FEATURE

Remember your days at Acadia?

Acadia is a wonderful place that attracts people from all over the world. This year, Acadia will celebrate its 175th birthday and we hope you will share your Acadia experiences with us as part of that celebration. What memories linger?

What do you remember best about your time at Acadia? Please drop us a line at acadia.alumni@acadiau.ca and tell your story. In the meantime, enjoy this edition of the Bulletin.

In Every Issue

Features

From the Acadia President .......... 2 From the AAAU President ........... 3 Eye on Acadia............................... 4 Alumni Profiles........................... 14 Alumni News............................... 24 Development............................... 28 Athletics....................................... 32 Class Notes.................................. 36

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Incredible experience

Co-op students gain valuable experience and play a key role in coyote research for Parks Canada.

Acadia Remembers.................... 43 Final Frame.................................. 44

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Family ties

In May, Lydia Ritcey (’13) joined an elite group: she became the 5th generation of her family to graduate from Acadia.

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Considering climate change

Scientist Megan Lickley (’09) is using her considerable mathematical skills to model our ever-changing climate.

ON THE COVER: Manning Memorial Chapel on the Acadia campus.

Photo: Fred Sgambati

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Banner year!

Acadia Athletics was strong in 2012-13, earning an AUS championship and many outstanding individual awards.

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Back to the future

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cadia will soon reach a major milestone. This fall, it will be 175 years since Acadia was founded, and anyone who is steeped in Acadia’s history knows the story well. Acadia’s founding tenets, like all universities, included a commitment to pursue truth through rigorous scholarship; however, your alma mater distinguished itself by a deep commitment to equality. Proudly, this openness meant that before the end of the 19th Century, women and African Nova Scotians were already among our alumni - well ahead of many institutions in the British Commonwealth.

Viewed through the lens of 2013 and, given the diversity of our campus today, these accomplishments may seem modest. However, I believe they were bold steps for the times. Our boldness continues, but this time through reaffirming our founding values and our commitment to the academic excellence that shapes the learning environment that has kept Acadia at the forefront of those institutions considered to be leaders in high-quality undergraduate education.

On this point, I was honoured to be the guest speaker at a Canadian Club of Toronto luncheon in March. Through the efforts of Chancellor Libby Burnham and the support of numerous alumni who sponsored tables for opinion leaders, fellow alumni and Toronto-area students, we were able to showcase Acadia and argue that now, perhaps more than ever, Canada needs graduates who have had an experience like that offered at Acadia.

We need institutions where students and professors know each other by name and can share in new discoveries. We need graduates who, because of the self-confidence they’ve developed at Acadia, are able to embrace the complexities and ambiguities of contemporary society and confidently chart a course for success in life. This edition of the Bulletin provides us with several such examples. April’s Gala Dinner in Halifax celebrated the achievements and community contributions of alumni Bob Stead (’63) and Clint Davis (’92). Stephen Wetmore (’76) and fifth-generation graduate Lydia Ritcey (’13) remind us of how lengthy and successful journeys all begin with a single step.

While we will formally launch our 175th Anniversary celebrations later this year, we can all begin to picture how ‘looking back’ at what we’ve stood for throughout our history will help to ensure that Acadia is here for another 175 years and beyond.

Stand up and Cheer!

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Publisher Office of Advancement, Acadia University Editor Fred Sgambati (’83) Vice President, Advancement Rod Morrison Executive Director, Alumni Affairs and Advancement Strategy Ian Murray (’88) Advertising and Production Manager Sandra Symonds AAAU Board of Directors Hugh Bray (’75) Doug Jackson (’99) Geoff Irvine (’87) Michele Gerrard (’88) Charles Coll (’84) Kiersten Amos (’96) Christine White (’97) Malcolm Smith (’76) Matt Gray (’06) Paul MacIsaac (’88) Colette O’Hara (’02) Scott MacIntyre (’89) Bev Richardson (’60) Suzanne Seaman (’97) Andrea Mosher (’03) Donalda MacBeath (’75) Angela Malec (’99) Leslie Lewis (’10) Leslie Flemming (’05) Jake Rideout (’11) Al MacDonald (’86) Stan Thomas (’81) Ryan Conrod (’06) Ryan McCarthy (’10) Graphic Designer Cathy Little Printing Transcontinental Printing Distributor Russell House Marketing The Bulletin is published twice a year, Fall/ Winter and Spring/Summer, by the Office of Advancement, Acadia University. It is distributed on the Acadia campus and by mail to more than 27,000 alumni. All material is copyright ©2013 Acadia University, and may be reprinted with written permission.

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Timeless quality of the Acadia experience forges family, community connections There are times in my role as President of the Associated Alumni of Acadia University when I take a moment to reflect on the impressive depth, talent and quality of the people who share history with our alma mater and our organization.

Although the remarkable men and women who stand as proud Acadia graduates are scattered across 50 countries around the world, it should come as no surprise that we stand as one in our affection for and dedication to Acadia.

From the University’s humble beginnings in 1838 to the present day, Acadia has offered an educational and social experience that produces community leaders, business professionals and well-rounded human beings who are committed to making a difference.

Fundamentally, it starts as soon as students arrive on campus. They take an active role in charting their course, and upon graduation are well equipped to make a lasting impression on their respective communities.

They are the explorers and mapmakers who dare to dream of lands beyond the horizon; trailblazers like those profiled in this edition of the Bulletin: Dr. Tom Raddall (’57); Canadian Tire CEO Stephen Wetmore (’76); and outstanding researcher Megan Lickley (’09) to name just a few.

Many describe the formative and foundational role Acadia played as a key ingredient to their success, but there is also a strong sense that Acadia represented a home away from home, a place where community

was shared and family ties were forged.

Five generations of Acadia graduates in the Ritcey family illustrate this precise point. The latest chapter in a story that began with Rev. William Rufus Foote in 1895 ended in May with the graduation of his greatgreat-granddaughter Lydia Ritcey (’13). It’s a wonderful story and a testament to Acadia’s enduring appeal.

Such loyalty is a hallmark of the timeless quality of the educational experience at Acadia, and it’s a model that continues to attract the brightest and the best. We, as alumni, have an important role to play: as gatekeepers, storytellers, and stewards. We can testify to the outstanding tradition of excellence at Acadia and challenge ourselves and others to share their time and talent to ensure that current and future students achieve their full potential.

That is the foundation upon which great memories are made and where past and present combine to paint a brilliant future. It’s a commitment I trust we will embrace fondly, especially when we look ahead to Acadia’s 175th birthday this fall and a celebration of the good things that have made Acadia one of the premier undergraduate universities in Canada.

Hugh Bray (’75) President Associated Alumni of Acadia University

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Chapel celebrates golden anniversary as campus and community focal point

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he Manning Memorial Chapel has been a literal and figurative focal point on the Acadia University campus since 1963.

For the past 50 years, it has been an important part of many Acadia students’ lives, including Dr. Joni Guptill (’76), who recalls she had an epiphany there one day while contemplating her future.

Guptill lived in an apartment on campus, right across from the Chapel. “I wasn’t a regular Chapel-goer,” she says, “but I spent time walking around that area of campus. The Chapel was the centre of the University – its soul. I would often spend time there, especially sitting on the front steps.”

It was while taking a moment there one day that she decided to be a physician and work overseas – a life-altering moment that shaped both her personal life and professional career. Guptill is the past-president of Médecins Sans Frontières/ Doctors Without Borders Canada and has worked in Somalia, Iraq and Turkey.

Guptill says the Chapel definitely played a memorable role in her life: it was where she chose her career path and where she later returned to marry in 1996.

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Photo: Sandra Symonds

By Laura Churchill Duke (’98)

Photo: Fred Sgambati

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University Chaplain Rev. Tim McFarland in the balcony overlooking the interior of the Manning Memorial Chapel.

Her experience is not unique. “There are happy occasions, sad times and emergencies, but the fact that it is there, day-by-day, in the normal routine of the University’s day, is its greatest legacy,” says former University Chaplain Roger Prentice (’69).

Manning Family donation

Originally, worship services had been held in University Hall, but it wasn’t ideal – it was too big. In 1958-59, students created a special stamp to sell to raise funds toward building a chapel on campus.

Samples are preserved in the Chapel library. Then, in 1962, the Acadia Students’ Council decided to direct the profits from the first Winter Carnival toward the building fund.

Although the idea of a Chapel was initiated in 1958

by Acadia students (incorporating a more modest design), the building was donated by the Manning Family in 1963. “It was not too long,” Prentice writes in A Quick and Easy History of A Child of Providence, “before the Fred C. Manning family, firmly embedded in the Acadia story, decided to honour their recently departed husband and father by donating a truly magnificent chapel building.”

Fred C. Manning was a great Nova Scotia industrialist, for whom the Fred C. Manning School of Business Administration at Acadia is also named. The Manning family also gave the chancel window and the world-famous pipe organ.

Funds raised by the students still exist. Although they weren’t used for the building, they formed the basis of an annual bursary given by the University Chaplain to a student who makes a significant contribution to Chapel life.

“The Chapel was the centre of many lives,” says Barbara (Doyle) Rushton (’70). As a member of the choir, she sang there twice a week. The Chapel was also an active and vibrant worship location where Rushton met many new friends.

“When Bob (’70) and I got engaged, there was no other option for where we would be married. He was an organist, I had sung in the internationally acclaimed choir, and the Chapel was the only choice.”

“I came to Acadia not sure what I was doing with my life,” says Jesse Zink (’04). “Chapel was a place for me to ask some of those questions about my future, even if I wasn’t always sure what the answers were.”

Prentice says this is a crucial function of the Chapel in the campus community. It is a place for people, whether churchgoers or not, to come and explore

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Chapel celebrates golden anniversary cont. things that are beyond the physical, day-to-day aspects of life.

“Looking back on it,” Zink says, “the Chapel was one step of many on the path that has led me to my current point - an Episcopal/Anglican priest working on a doctorate on African Christianity at Cambridge University in England.”

Role from past to present

Not surprisingly, the Chapel’s role has changed over the last 50 years. “Much of the work the Chaplain does now is with groups outside the Chapel,” says University Chaplain Tim McFarland (’92). From one-onone counselling sessions to networking with student services and faculty gatherings and participating in ongoing community events, the Chaplain does it all.

Although the chaplaincy has evolved, core elements remain the same. Regular services still take place and the chapel bell rings a call to worship across campus.

Each weekday there is a morning service and evening

vespers that are ecumenically Christian involving a number of students, staff and faculty on a regular basis. McFarland says, “these services remember our past heritage and reflect at the same time the support that the university community places in the areas of spiritual development and nurture.”

In the future, it is hoped that the Chaplain will still be a steward of University history and, in some respects, a crisis respondent, liturgist for formal events and part of the counselling team on campus. Ultimately, the Chapel will continue to be the heart of the campus community. As Prentice says, “when the days of trial come, as they surely do from time to time, there is a steadying influence.”

“I don’t think it’s a mistake that the chapel is in such a central location on campus: right next to U-Hall, across from the library, just down from the Students’ Union,” Zink says. “The chapel is a central point for the lives of many at Acadia through which we pass and are shaped for our future lives.”

Events chapel anniversary

Several events are planned to celebrate the Chapel’s 50th anniversary, including: • a concert in the fall; • a special anniversary service; and • a banquet in October.

Donations to mark the anniversary will be directed specifically toward the Chapel music program, modifications to the organ, and other efforts within the building. Please visit http://giving.acadiau.ca to make a gift.

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Stephen Wetmore, Chancellor Libby Burnham, VP Advancement Rod Morrison and University President Ray Ivany.

Canadian Tire CEO addresses Acadia alumni at Toronto Business Breakfast

By Fred Sgambati (’83)

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anadian Tire CEO and Acadia alumnus Stephen G. Wetmore (’76) discussed his company’s strategic position in the changing Canadian retail landscape and reflected on the value of his Acadia experience at the February 14 Toronto Acadia Alumni Business Breakfast.

More than 70 Acadia alumni and friends joined University President Ray Ivany, Chancellor Libby Burnham (’60), Vice-President, Advancement Rod Morrison and representatives of the Associated Alumni of Acadia University (AAAU) Board of Directors at the Toronto Board of Trade to hear Mr. Wetmore’s presentation, “Retail: An Industry in Transition”.

“Stephen Wetmore has distinguished himself as an innovative business leader and a shining example of the outstanding level of achievement that is representative of our associated alumni,” said Ray Ivany. “I want to thank Stephen warmly for taking the time to meet with our alumni, particularly with our young alumni, who can benefit significantly from his insight and experience. He’s a distinguished member of

our alumni community, and it was especially gratifying to hear about the important role Acadia played in his development.”

Matt Gray (’06), AAAU event organizer, said, “Stephen talked about the need to be constantly looking for ways to change, and to embrace the fact that technology is going to revolutionize the retail landscape. He stressed the importance of staying on the offensive in the face of new entrants to the market.

Mr. Wetmore’s comments were extremely enlightening, and gave all of us new insight into the retail sector.”

Gray added that the Business Breakfast was the kick-off to many more Acadia alumni events in the Toronto area over the coming months, including the 2nd Annual Toronto Lobster Boil on June 7, 2013.

For more on Acadia alumni events, please visit: http://alumni.acadiau.ca. To learn more about Acadia University, visit: www.acadiau.ca.

To see images of this year’s breakfast, please visit the photo gallery at http://www.flickr.com/photos/ acadiauniversity/sets/72157632806196274/.

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Co-op students play key role in coyote research for Parks Canada In Cape Breton Highlands National Park, an Acadia alumnus is managing a Parks Canada research project into coyote behaviour with help from an Acadia MSc student. Adding two Co-op students to the mix has increased capacity and strengthened the team.

By Rachel Cooper (’89)

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n a bright winter morning, three Acadia biology students are snowshoeing through Cape Breton Highlands National Park. They are backtracking coyote tracks in the fresh snow, part of their work for a Parks Canada research project to reduce human/coyote conflicts.

Two of them are in the Co-op Education program, while the third is an MSc student and Co-op alumnus.

Their project manager also has an Acadia connection: he’s Erich Muntz (’88), an Acadia biology graduate.

The master’s student is Jason Power, working with Co-op undergraduates Wesley Pitts and Patrick Sanderson. Along with an international student from France, they work in pairs or in teams of three or four to study how coyotes in the park move through the landscape.

“It’s about building information on a very complex species,” Muntz says. “Ultimately, we’d like to get a better understanding of coyotes and know their ecology, their behaviour, and how they behave among people and away from people.”

Muntz began working on a Parks Canada coyote project at Kejimkujik National Park in the 1990s. “I just happened to be working with Parks Canada seasonally at the time. The next thing you know it worked into a technician’s position, and my interest in coyotes was created and has never disappeared. They’re fascinating animals,” he says.

Incidents in Cape Breton involving coyotes have included a fatal attack in 2009, an extremely rare but tragic event. “Public safety is really important in Parks Canada,” Muntz says, “so we are trying to modify these negative behaviours. Parks Canada is about maintaining natural systems in as natural a state as possible. If we can avoid killing animals, that’s important. So we’re looking at alternative strategies. If we can instill fear of people in coyotes then there’s an element of coexistence that we hope we can achieve in the long run.”

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Bringing Co-op to the project

Power’s work on the coyote project in Cape Breton began in May 2012. This September, he’ll return to Acadia to analyze the data he has collected and finish his MSc. A former Acadia Co-op student himself, Power was instrumental in introducing Co-op students to the Cape Breton project.

“When we were looking to hire students for this project, I went back to my Co-op days and remembered getting that valuable experience,” he says. “I knew what Co-op was all about, and I knew they would have the talent that we needed here.” Power’s own Co-op experience included work terms with Nova Scotia’s Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Division and with the province’s Inland Fisheries Division.

The Cape Breton research includes humanely trapping and immobilizing coyotes, putting GPS tracking collars on them and releasing them. Using VHS receivers on the ground or, rarely, from a helicopter, the students track the coyotes’ movements.

Besides looking at how coyotes move through the natural landscape, the researchers hope to learn the extent to which the animals use areas of the park frequented by humans. One piece of the puzzle is to identify what coyotes are eating, whether natural-prey items or human-source

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Jason Power holds a sedated coyote that has been humanely trapped and fitted with a GPS tracking collar.

Below: Patrick Sanderson (left) and Wesley Pitts, Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

Photo: Jason Power

Photo: Erich Muntz

food from handouts, litter or garbage. Coyote scat is collected and analyzed to determine food sources and the percentages of the different prey items.

The Co-op advantage

“The Co-op program has given me a lot of opportunities I never would have had,” Sanderson says. He especially values the chance to gain hands-on experience before he graduates. “It gives me an advantage. I have absolutely no regrets about going into the program.”

For Pitts, the main benefit is also having a year’s worth of work experience. Both of his placements have been in national parks working with animals.

“They’ve been such unique experiences. I don’t know very many other people who have had them when they’re still a third-year university student,” he says.

Hiring a Co-op student may be an excellent way for Acadia alumni to give back to the university, but for Muntz it is also a great opportunity to recruit.

“My experience with Co-op students is that they are bright, hungry for experience, and they really want to demonstrate their capacity and ability to work,” he says. “You get a chance to see people, see their abilities, and potentially to hire them later down the road as either graduate students for research or even as employees. It’s a great way to sample up-and-coming talent.”

Would Muntz use Co-op students again? “We intend to,” he says. “We’ve had great success with our students so far, and we are definitely planning to build on this experience and potentially to expand to other aspects of our operations.”

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From the Vault: Acadia’s newest acquisition currently on display

Arthur Lismer’s Anchors on a Dock, Cape Breton.

(Courtesy of Acadia University Art Gallery)

By Laura Churchill Duke (’98)

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rthur Lismer – best known for being one of the artists in the Group of Seven – now has a direct connection to Acadia University thanks to a recent donation by an alumnus in New Brunswick.

William Hoyt (’52) recently donated from his personal collection an ink drawing by Lismer, Anchors on a Dock, Cape Breton, to the Acadia University Art Gallery. What is unique about this painting is that it depicts a scene from Cape Breton and speaks to the time that Lismer spent living and working in Nova Scotia. “Much of the work by the Group of Seven depicts scenes of Northern Ontario,” says Gallery Curator Laurie Dalton (’01). “This work is special as it reflects Lismer’s time in the Maritimes.”

Hoyt thought it was appropriate for the piece to return to Nova Scotia, and especially to Acadia. “I, my three daughters and one granddaughter have all attended Acadia, so this seemed to be the place for the drawing,” he says.

Acadia already has a few works by members of the Group of Seven, including Lismer, but they are hard to come by, especially for a small institution like Acadia.

“We can only add to our collection of Group of Seven works through generous donations such as this one by Mr. Hoyt,” Dalton says.

Anchors on a Dock, Cape Breton will be on display at the Acadia University Art Gallery May-June 2013 as part

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of an exhibition that will explore how images created by artists contribute to our understanding of a place. “Work will be drawn from the permanent collection and will be presented in a thematic approach that interrogates how images contribute to the ways in which we understand and perceive tourist sites. The exhibition will also incorporate several hands-on elements that invite the visitor to think about their own travel memories,” says Dalton.

Many students have been involved with the exhibition, from researching the artists to helping document the works of art. “It is a priority for me to create opportunities for students to have hands-on learning experiences and see how their research is being used,” Dalton adds.

“I hope this donation might encourage others to consider the Gallery when disposing of parts of their collection,” Hoyt says.

If there is a work of art that you are considering for donation or you would like to support long-term gallery projects, please contact the gallery: Acadia University Art Gallery Wolfville, NS, B4P 2R6 website: http://gallery.acadiau.ca/ telephone: 902-585-1373; e-mail:artgallery@acadiau.ca

Photo: courtesy of Ducks Unlimited

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virtual gem tucked away in the Tantramar Marshes on the Nova Scotia/New Brunswick border, the Beaubassin Research Station provides hands-on learning and immense research opportunities in biology, environmental science, geology and history for Acadia students and alumni that will have both an immediate and long-term impact.

Small wonder Prime Minister Stephen Harper was in Aulac, NB on a warm and windy day last summer to join representatives from Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC), Acadia University and Irving Oil Limited to officially open the Beaubassin Research Station.

The project began in 1985 when Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) began to acquire and develop freshwater wetlands in the region. In 1996, Irving Oil Limited (IOL) joined the project and since then 1,000 acres of land, including an 1862 farmhouse, have been acquired and donated by Irving Oil. In 2008, Acadia University signed a 10-year research agreement to study wetlands and waterfowl in the area. The following year, IOL, Acadia and DUC signed a Funding Partners Agreement that outlined areas of common interest and agreed to explore the development of an overall Acadian Ecosystem Research Strategy. The first of these milestones was the establishment of the Beaubassin Research Station.

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Beaubassin Research Station provides immense research potential

Chancellor Emeritus Arthur Irving, Chancellor Libby Burnham (’60), Minister of Defence Peter MacKay (’87) and his wife, Nazanin Afshin-Jam MacKay, and University President Ray Ivany.

Inset: As DUC President Tom Worden looks on, Acadia President Ray Ivany (left) welcomes Prime Minister Stephen Harper to the Beaubassin Research Station.

On August 29, 2012, the Prime Minister and the Honourable David Alward, Premier of New Brunswick, offered congratulations at the opening. Also in attendance were the Honourable Darrell Dexter, Premier of Nova Scotia, and the Honourable Keith Ashfield, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans. Federal Cabinet Ministers who attended included: the Honourable Peter MacKay (’87), Minister of Defence, and the Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development. Senator Kelvin Ogilvie (’63) and Members of Parliament Scott Armstrong (’88) and Gerald Keddy (’75) were also there for the announcement.

Representing Acadia, Chancellor Libby Burnham (’60); University President Ray Ivany; and Chancellor Emeritus Arthur Irving were joined by several hundred invited guests. Dr. David Duke, Professor, History and Classics, and Program Head, Environmental and Sustainability Studies at Acadia, also spoke at the event.

Through the partnership between Ducks Unlimited, Acadia and Irving Oil, not only has the original house located on the property been restored to a research facility, but freshwater and salt marshes are in the process of being restored as well. The Beaubassin Research Station is located among the Beausejour Marshes, where research on coastal wetlands will provide conservation agencies a greater understanding of how these wetlands

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Chancellor Libby Burnham (’60), University President Ray Ivany and Chancellor Emeritus Arthur Irving with Acadia faculty and staff at the Beaubassin Research Station.

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“Ducks Unlimited Canada, along with Beaubassin Research Station partners, is delighted to officially open this first-class meeting place for ecological research,” said Tom Worden, DUC President. “This research station will serve as a facility for conservationists to collaborate on wetland and waterfowl issues that are of the utmost significance, with the goal of developing an internationally recognized centre for coastal and wetland research and historical discovery.”

“We are proud to celebrate the opening of Beaubassin,” said Arthur Irving, Chairman of Irving Oil. “Over 15 years ago, Irving Oil partnered with Ducks Unlimited in the work of creating a research centre and meeting place at Beaubassin. Irving Oil’s long-standing commitment to the protection of the environment is further realized in the research focus of Beaubassin. At the crossroads of the three Maritime provinces, students and faculty from Acadia University and other universities are welcomed here to better understand the historical, geographical and environmental significance of the area and the ways it has shaped our past, present and future.”

“Acadia is pleased to partner with Ducks Unlimited Canada and Irving Oil on the important coastal research being conducted at Beaubassin,” Ivany said. “I want to thank both Irving Oil and Ducks Unlimited Canada for making this unparalleled facility available to our faculty and students for important research that is measuring the resilience of the Beaubassin salt marsh ecosystem under changes brought about by humans and the environment.”

Acadia Convocation applauds achievement Acadia University awarded approximately 750 degrees during Spring Convocation May 12 and 13 at Convocation Hall in Wolfville. Students graduated from the Faculties of Arts, Professional Studies, Pure and Applied Science, and Theology. During the ceremonies, Acadia granted honorary degrees to five individuals: Rev. Dr. Pierre Michel Allard, Dr. Thomas H. Raddall, Harry Kenneth Thurston, Dr. Elsie Josephine Charles Basque, and Abigail Hoffman.

Rev. Dr. Pierre Michel Allard, Doctor of Divinity

The Rev. Dr. Pierre Michel Allard was awarded a Doctor of Divinity.

He served for a decade as chaplain at Dorchester Penitentiary and as regional chaplain for the Atlantic region. With his wife Judith, Dr. Allard has focused his work on ministering to offenders as well as to their families, victims, and communities.

He has been a pioneer in the restorative justice movement and, along with the late Dr. Charlie Taylor, a founder of community chaplaincy in Canada. After retiring in 2006, he and his wife founded a charitable organization, Just.Equipping, committed to educating, training and equipping prison chaplains worldwide in the area of restorative justice.

Dr. Thomas H. Raddall II, Doctor of Science

A dedicated and staunch supporter of Acadia University, Dr. Tom Raddall (’57) received a Doctor of Science. His lifelong dedication to his community of Liverpool, to the practice of dental health in Nova Scotia, to Acadia as a member of the Board of Governors from 2001 to 2013, and to the literary life of the Atlantic region is remarkable and commendable. In 1996, Dr. Raddall donated the funds to build the Thomas Raddall Research Centre as an adjunct to the Perkins Museum in Liverpool. The centre, built as a memorial to his father, an author, houses the genealogical and historical records and archives for Queens County.

Mr. Harry Thurston, Doctor of Literature

A prolific author and dedicated environmentalist, Harry Thurston (’71) was awarded a Doctor of Literature. He has published more than 20 books of poetry and nonfiction and been a contributor to numerous North American magazines specializing in environmental issues and natural history. He is a fourtime winner of the Evelyn Richardson Prize for the best non-fiction book by a Nova Scotian and has also received the Dartmouth Book Award and Atlantic Booksellers’ Choice Award for Tidal Life, A Natural History of the Bay of Fundy. A Place Between the Tides, A Naturalist’s Reflections on the Salt Marsh, was a finalist for the

Drainie-Taylor Biography Prize and winner of the Sigurd F. Olson Nature Writing Award in the U.S. His last book, The Atlantic Coast, A Natural History, received the 2011 Lane Anderson Award for best science book in Canada.

Dr. Elsie Josephine Charles Basque, EdD, PdD, C.M., Doctor of Humanities

A Mi’kmaq woman, mother, Elder and teacher, Dr. Elsie Charles Basque was awarded a Doctor of Humanities. She was born in 1916 and was the first Mi’kmaq in Nova Scotia to hold a teacher’s license and the first Mi’kmaq to teach in a non-native school. She spent most of her life in Boston, MA, lecturing on native issues, Mi’kmaq culture and the status of American native people. A Saulnierville resident, Dr. Charles Basque has received two honorary doctorate degrees of education and is a member of the Order of Canada (C.M.). Note: Dr. Charles Basque was unable to attend the ceremony on May 13 due to health reasons; she received the honorary doctorate at a small ceremony in Yarmouth on May 6.

Ms. Abigail Hoffman, Doctor of Civil Laws

A former Canadian track-andfield athlete and lifelong sports and fitness advocate, Ms. Abigail Hoffman received a Doctor of Civil Laws. She has represented Canada on the world stage in four Olympic and Pan-American Games, two Commonwealth Games and was Canada’s flag-bearer at the 1976 Games in Montreal. She is a multiple Commonwealth and Pan American Games gold medalist and was later the first woman Director General of Sport Canada, the federal government sports agency. She was also the first Canadian female elected to the executive committee of the Canadian Olympic Committee, and has been a Council member of the International Association of Athletics Federations since 1995. In these roles she has been a tireless campaigner for the advancement of girls and women in sport and for athletes’ rights, as well as for the eradication of doping and racism in sport. An Officer of the Order of Canada and member of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, Hoffman is currently Assistant Deputy Minister of the Strategic Policy Branch at Health Canada, where she is responsible for the development of federal health care policy.

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Ritcey family celebrates

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By Fred Sgambati (’83)

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hen Lydia Ritcey (’13) of Kentville obtained her BA in Sociology this May, she joined a rather elite club: she became the fifth generation of her family to graduate from Acadia.

Enthusiastic, poised and well-spoken, Lydia describes a wonderful Acadia experience. She enjoyed her classes and professors; worked as a Welcome Week leader; assisted recruitment efforts in the Sociology department; and found great satisfaction volunteering for the Sensory Motor Instructional Leadership Experience (S.M.I.L.E.) program.

Lydia says her father David (BSc ’83, BBA ’92) brought her to the Wolfville campus when she was just a year old, and one of her first memories is sliding down Library Hill with her Nanny, Elizabeth (McIsaac) Ritcey (Class of 1960), when she was only three. Acadia was like a beacon to her, and when it came time to move on from Northeast Kings Education Centre in Canning, there was really only one choice.

“I didn’t apply anywhere else,” Lydia says. “Even before Grade 12, I was preparing for my arrival at Acadia.”

Love at first sight

Her family history might have had something to do with that. Lydia’s great-great-grandfather, Rev. William Rufus Foote, who was born in 1869 and grew up on a farm in Grafton, Nova Scotia, graduated from Acadia with a BA in 1895 and an MA in 1896. He was an accomplished athlete and dedicated student who was recognized for his eloquence as an orator and debater. Following his ordination in 1898, Foote spent 25 years as a Presbyterian missionary in Korea, but later returned to Wolfville, where he died in 1930.

One of Rev. Foote’s daughters, Beatrice, attended his alma mater, but she had to leave in 1931 to allow her brother, Charles, to attend. Although at Acadia only a short time, Beatrice met her husband, James LeRoy McIsaac, here. He obtained a BA in 1930, MA in 1937, became a teacher and was mayor of Bridgetown for 12 years.

Elizabeth tells the story of how Lydia’s greatgrandparents met. “In those days, classes were held at

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University Hall. On one occasion, Roy peered through the keyhole of a classroom, where he noticed a beautiful young lady that took his breath away. He insisted to his friend that must meet this lady and the rest, as they say, is history.”

It’s a typical and perfectly magical story about campus life at Acadia, and a thread that seems to run through the Ritcey family history.

Lydia’s grandfather, John (Jack) Ritcey (’59) and her grandmother met at Acadia. Jack graduated with a BSc and BEd (’60), earning the Birks Gold Medal in the process.

Jack and Elizabeth got engaged at Acadia and she left Wolfville in 1961 to do teacher training at Dalhousie and be with her future husband. Jack also became a teacher and was an administrator in the Digby school system.

Like her granddaughter, Elizabeth says that Acadia was the only option as far as her mother and father were concerned. “They did a real selling job,” she says, “and they felt it was always Acadia.”

Felt like home

She recalls that the campus was different then, with a sense of intimacy that made it feel like home.

“It was small enough then that you knew everybody on campus,” she says. “There was no drinking or you’d be kicked out, and curfews galore. You could only go out certain days of the week and you had to be in at a certain time.” But the dances were fun, even if your father went with you and you had to fill a dance card before you could go out onto the floor.

“You made lasting friendships, and it meant a lot.

I’ve always been very loyal to Acadia, and I found a husband here, too,” Elizabeth adds with a laugh. “It was a wonderful few years for both of us.”

Jack and Elizabeth had three children – David, Susan (’88) and Cathy Lynn (How) (’90) - and all are Acadia graduates. Dave is a wealth advisor in Kentville, Susan is a naturopathic doctor, and Cathy Lynn is a teacher.

Dave arrived on campus in 1980 at the age of 17. He fit in quickly, he says, and was very involved with Radio Acadia. He returned to Acadia in 1989 to earn a BBA focused on finance.

Left: Dave Ritcey displays this vintage Acadia jacket, owned by his father Jack (’59).

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Right: Representing five generations of Acadia graduates: Elizabeth Ritcey (Class of 1960, left), her son David Ritcey (’83) and granddaughter Lydia Ritcey (’13).

Photos: Fred Sgambati

“I wanted a career,” he says, “and came back to a place where I knew the education was second to none. The Business School prepared me to the nth degree for what I wanted to do.”

One of his mentors was Professor John Churchill, who had a huge impact on Dave’s life. Dave worked closely with Churchill, who later went on sabbatical and asked Dave to fill in as a lecturer in investment finance. “I had no experience teaching,” Dave notes, “but I really enjoyed it. I took pride in coming back, taking all that I had learned and teaching it to other students. It was a different perspective, and that has always stayed with me.”

Giving back is something the Ritcey family embraces wholeheartedly. Elizabeth has organized alumni banquets in Digby; Lydia was a leader for Crowell Tower residence throughout Welcome Week for the past three years - September 2010, 2011 and 2012 - and was head leader for Tower in 2011; and Dave chaired the Acadia Sports Hall of Fame Dinner in 2009.

“Acadia is still important,” Dave says, “and there’s a need for alumni to be involved. Sports Hall of Fame is important, too, and if alumni can step up and help out, I think that’s wonderful.”

Lydia says her time at Acadia has prepared her well for the route she wishes to take, and she’s looking forward to her new role as an alumna. “Being so involved in welcoming students and being a part of their lives later on is important to me. I take pride in saying, ‘I graduated from Acadia,’ and there will be a sixth generation, for sure. My kids can go wherever they want,” she adds, “after Acadia.”

Bravo! Here’s to a sixth generation of Ritceys at Acadia!

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Straight talk Alumnus Stephen Wetmore discusses his Acadia experience and being CEO of an iconic Canadian company

Canadian Tire CEO and Acadia alumnus Stephen Wetmore.

(Photo: Canadian Tire Corporation)

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Alumni Profiles

By Fred Sgambati (’83)

Acadia alumnus Stephen Wetmore (’76) was appointed President and CEO of Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited in 2009. An experienced chief executive officer, Mr. Wetmore has successfully led a number of public companies and managed complex businesses in different industries, including telecommunications, information technology and transportation. In addition to serving as an independent member for the Board of Directors of Canadian Tire since 2003, Mr. Wetmore has served on numerous public company Boards and educational and charitable organizations across Canada.

More recently, Mr. Wetmore was guest speaker at the Toronto Acadia Alumni Business Breakfast on February 14, 2013 at the Toronto Board of Trade. In a candid and wide-ranging interview, he shares a few thoughts on his Acadia experience and the road to his current position as Canadian Tire CEO.

years of high school and the freedom of university life was a challenge, to say the least. I think most students find the first year a totally new experience.

It can be quite a radical change and it takes time to settle in. Second year gave me some perspective; I felt comfortable in the environment and then started concentrating more on the task at hand. Until my final year, my goal really only was graduation with my degree. I initially wanted to be a dentist when I started university! Quite funny to think about all that now.

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You grew up in Campbellton, NB, basically four hours from the UNB campus, yet you chose Acadia. Why? What were the factors that attracted you to Acadia?

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The school I attended in New Brunswick, Rothesay Collegiate School, was actually on a Nova Scotia curriculum that encouraged most of us to attend a Nova Scotia university. Many of the kids from our school had attended Acadia so we knew a lot of great things about Acadia and the surrounding area.

I wanted a small school. There was a national mail strike so my roommate and I decided to drive to the schools to which we had applied and see if we could find out if we got accepted. Acadia was our first stop.

They said they would take both of us so we accepted on the spot and saved driving all over Nova Scotia!

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Can you describe your Acadia experience and the goals you embraced as you began your postsecondary education?

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The post-secondary experience was initially quite difficult. I had attended boarding school for my four

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How did those ambitions change as you worked toward your degree in Business Administration?

What did your experiences in Wolfville and on the Acadia campus teach you, and what were the takeaways when you returned to Saint John and started working at Coopers and Lybrand?

By our third and fourth year in Business Administration, much of the coursework started to have some practical application. I remember being assigned to a local farming business to prepare their year-end financial statements. I was an accounting major so preparing the farm’s financial statements was going to be a walk in the park. I was graduating soon so, of course, I knew what I was doing. The lady who owned the farm continually asked how I was doing and I always answered that everything was going well. I finally admitted I couldn’t balance her books and found out at the same time that she went to Acadia and was a Chartered Accountant! I guess I had to realize that I didn’t know as much as I thought I did and then it was easier to handle.

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Your wife, Jann, is an Acadia alumna (’73). Did you meet on campus?

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My wife, Jann, and I met at Acadia, but married some years later. She always has been a lot smarter than me, which is one of the reasons she graduated three years ahead of me.

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Photo: Canadian Tire Corporation

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Stephen Wetmore with (left) Bob Oliver, Chief Executive Officer of Pollution Probe, and (right) Peter Oliver, Dealer from the Canadian Tire store at Leslie/Lakeshore in Toronto.

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Most businesspeople have mentors along the way, key advisors who helped to shape their approach and refine their style as an individual, employee and manager.

Who were your mentors at Acadia? Were there others who provided guidance and insight as your career progressed?

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I don’t remember a mentor per se at Acadia, although all the professors played such an important role in shaping how we looked at the world. It wasn’t until I started working in the UK that our Chairman of the Board (of pharmaceutical company Scotia Holdings PLC), Sir Ian Morrow, became my first mentor. There hasn’t been a week that has gone by in my career that I don’t recall the advice he used to give me. He was a great man and I hope others have a chance to gain a mentor in their lives.

The more mentors the better!

highlights and challenges in repositioning the brand in such a competitive marketplace?

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Canadian Tire has been a fascinating experience and I am very fortunate to have had the chance to be part of the organization. With my six years as a Director and now four years in management, I have seen a lot of very positive change at the company. I always find that the biggest challenge for any organization is truly believing they are winners. The confidence that goes with this attitude leads to innovation and continual creativity in all aspects of the culture. I believe Canadian Tire is on the verge of taking this confidence to a new level and Canadians will be proud of the company’s accomplishments.

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What do you do to relax?

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You earned a CA in 1979 and have advanced progressively since: at Scotia Holdings PLC in England; president of Air Atlantic (’98); president and CEO of Newtel Enterprises Inc. in Nfld.; CEO of Aliant Inc. (’99); increasingly senior roles with BCE (2002-2008); now CEO of Canadian Tire.

What sacrifices have you made along the way?

I don’t believe I have made any sacrifices during my career. You can’t have it all, and what my wife and I chose we are satisfied with. We have a wonderful daughter and great friends and hopefully haven’t forgotten our roots in small-town Canada.

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You have spent the past several years reinventing Canadian Tire and been rewarded with year-over-year retail sales increases. What have been some of the

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Work has never really been “work” to me so the need to relax is only for a change, if you know what I mean. Jann and I try to spend as much time together as possible so the only reason I try to get away from it all is to spend time with my family, which is the best time of all.

Where do you see Canadian Tire in the next few years?

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As far as where I see Canadian Tire in the next few years, I believe we are entering the most interesting times in the company’s history. Technology is revolutionizing the retail industry and change is extremely rapid. Our team at Canadian Tire wants us to lead our loyal customers through the impact of technology and set the course for the next 90 years of our history. Fascinating challenge, and we are looking forward to it.

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Life Officers for the Graduating Class of 2013 are: in back - Megan Mahoney (Life Secretary); middle left - Hillary Wheeler (Life Treasurer); middle right - Alana Rumbolt (Life Vice-President); front - Becca Webster (Life President).

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Young scientist uses math to model our changing world

By Rachel Cooper (’89)

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lthough this year’s chilly spring may have tempted some of us to forget climate change, scientist Megan Lickley (’09) is involved in climate-change research that may one day influence government policy on energy.

Following her Acadia BSc (honours) in mathematics, Lickley earned her master’s last year in the Technology and Policy Program at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Her thesis looked at hurricanes, sea level rise and subsidence, and how their combined impact on coastal energy infrastructure – such as power plants – exposed the infrastructure to more risks of flooding along the U.S. eastern seaboard.

Now, doing postgraduate research at MIT, she’s studying the effects of climate change on power plants along rivers. “I’ve been interested in climate change for a long time,” she says. “The energy mix is changing, especially in the United States. There’s the question of what’s going to work in future and where we’re going to get our energy. There’s also the big question of how bad climate change is. The combined two questions in two fields interested me.”

Research began at Acadia

Lickley’s MIT research grew out of work she began at Acadia. “I was really lucky to be able to do undergraduate research,” she says. “I spent two summers as a research assistant at Acadia and had a lot of fun doing that. I realize now it’s not something many students have the chance to do in their undergraduate degrees.”

Richard Karsten, in Acadia’s Department of Mathematics and Statistics, was her thesis advisor.

“Megan was an excellent student,” he says. “Her honours thesis was on trying to optimize the design of an array of tidal turbines to get the most power out of the flow. She wrote a good thesis on that.”

Working with Karsten shaped Lickley’s understanding of what you could do in math and research. “I was able to apply math to an interesting problem, looking at tidal power in the Bay of Fundy,” she says. “It was mostly an analytical problem, so I realized what you could do using math to study these issues. I became more interested in renewable energy and how we use power and how it’s distributed. That led me to MIT.”

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More than science

Lickley’s decision to come to Acadia from her home in Sudbury, Ontario, was influenced only indirectly by her father, she says. David Lickley, a film producer, graduated in 1980 with a degree in biology. “He always spoke fondly of Acadia, but I wanted to go to a small liberal arts school and study math. Acadia was my first choice,” she says. “I thought Wolfville was beautiful. I really liked the math department, and they had offered me a nice scholarship.”

Acadia has not just influenced her academic path, however. “Acadia has had a huge impact on the way I want to live, because I made my best friends there and the community in Wolfville made an impression on me.

It was a wonderful place to spend four years.”

Lickley stood out from other students, Karsten notes.

“A key difference between Megan and many other good students was that she did a lot of other things beyond her studies and wanted to do more,” he says. “She was always involved in extracurricular activities, especially around environment and climate change, and she played music.”

“I was quite involved in the Environmental Society,” she says. “That’s really where I met my best friends, and I still spend a lot of time with them. Two of them, Alex Redfield and Hillary Barter, started the Acadia Farm.”

Running was another passion, and she trained with the cross-country team one year and started longdistance running. “I ran a few half-marathons through my undergrad years. Since I’ve been in Boston, I’ve been running longer distances as well.”

Weighing environmental costs

Although Lickley hasn’t applied yet to any PhD programs, she sees a PhD in her future and hopes her research will make a concrete difference.

To that end, she has begun a broader economic analysis of the impact of climate change. In particular, she wants to examine the economic implications of climate policy and weigh them against the costs of potential damage from climate change.

“Scientists are still figuring out the extent of the impact of climate change,” she points out. “I would like to see science on the topic informing policy. If climate change is going to be a big problem, I’d like to see policies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and work at mitigating the impact of climate change.”

Photo: John Quattrochi

Photo: Justin Knight Photo: Justin Knight

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Kiersten Amos Kiersten Amos graduated from Acadia University in 1996 with a Bachelor of Science (Psychology). She enjoyed Acadia so much that she returned for more, completing her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition in 1998. During her time at Acadia, Kiersten worked with the Acadia Students’ Union at both the Information Desk and Building Centre Management. She was also involved in the Athletics Intramural program, coordinating intramural soccer for several years.

Following graduation in 1998, Kiersten went on to complete her Dietetic Internship at the QEII in Halifax.

She worked as a Clinical Dietitian first in Nova Scotia and then Ontario, and finally for several years in Colorado.

In 2005, Kiersten returned to Canada to complete her law degree at UNB and now works as a lawyer at McInnes Cooper in Halifax. She practices law in the field of insurance defence, pensions, education law, and employment.

Kiersten continues to split her time between Dartmouth, where she lives with her sister Kelly (Amos) Peck (’98) and family, and Colorado, where she lives with her significant other, Jason Woodworth (’96 and ’98). Kiersten enjoys spending time with her family, running, traveling, and embarking on new adventures.

Doug Jackson Doug is a third generation Acadia alumnus who followed in the footsteps of his parents, grandparents, and many other family members. He graduated from Acadia in 1999 with a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Chemistry and in 2003 with a Bachelor of Education.

During his time at Acadia, Doug was involved with S.M.I.L.E., the Chemistry Society, and the Education Society. He was also an active member of the student alumni association, SMARTT, where he met his wife, Melanie Manning (’99).

Doug moved back to the Valley in 2006 after teaching physics in Antigonish at Dr. J. H. Gillis Regional High School. Since then he has been a math teacher and Vice-Principal at Northeast Kings Education Centre in Canning. Doug now works for the Annapolis Valley Regional School Board as the Student Information System Teacher Trainer.

Doug and Melanie currently reside in the Valley with their two young sons Keagan and Ewan. Doug hopes his boys will one day follow the family tradition and attend Acadia. He has been a Director for the Associated Alumni since May 2007 and is currently 1st Vice-President.

Charting a course

Photos: Mike Hagarty

Acadia President Ray Ivany addressed the Canadian Club of Toronto, chatted with alumni and met with prospective students on March 25, 2013. In his speech, “Of Maps and Mapmakers – A Case for the Undergraduate Experience”, Ivany challenged claims that all Canadian universities are alike. He said Acadia’s unique offerings prepare students for a complex world, a preparation that is essential for Canada’s prosperity. To watch the video, courtesy of the Canadian Club of Toronto, please visit: http://www.vvcnetwork.ca/canclub/20130325/

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Chemistry Dept. poised for centennial celebration!

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he Chemistry Department celebrates its 100th Anniversary as an independent department of Acadia University this year.

As part of the celebrations to mark this historic milestone, all alumni and friends are invited to a special 100th Anniversary Celebration on Tuesday, August 13.

The Honorable Kelvin Ogilvie (CM, PhD, DSc, FCIC, HCol), Senator, Member of the Order of Canada (1991), past President and Vice-Chancellor of Acadia University (1993-2003), Professor Emeritus, and alumnus (’63) will open the ceremonies. As a special treat, the department will also award honorary degrees to a couple of notable people from its past.

The celebration will feature scientific talks that highlight the achievements of department alumni over the years. The morning session will be held in Elliott Hall, where alumni will also have the opportunity to tour the department, reminisce, and see how much the department has (or has not) changed over the years. The afternoon session will move to the K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, which is slowly becoming the Chemistry Department’s new second home — three chemistry faculty members currently

have research and office space there. Lunch will be held in the Garden Room. The day’s festivities will end with a banquet in Fountain Commons.

We hope that you will take this historic opportunity to connect with faculty (both old and new), meet our current students, and tour our teaching and research facilities. During the past 10 years, our faculty have been awarded over $1.4 million in research equipment, which directly benefits our research and honours students. In addition, we expect some well-known former professors (Dr. Erik Hansen, ’49; Dr. Ernest Zinck, ’57; Dr. John Roscoe, ’65; and Dr. Sharon Roscoe) to join in the celebrations.

There will be a modest fee for registration and the banquet, which will be announced in the near future. Please visit our Facebook Event Page for the latest information about the 100th Anniversary Celebration. Alumni are also welcome to post any pictures that they may have from their time at Acadia. http://www.facebook.com/events/557286157637814/ Looking forward to seeing all of you, Dr. John Murimboh, Associate Professor and Head Dr. John Roscoe, Professor Emeritus

Don’t forget to book the Butler Memorial!

Save the date for this year’s 2nd Annual Acadia Alumni/Butler Memorial Golf Tournament.

Last year, approximately 100 Acadia alumni and friends turned out in Brampton, Ontario to support the Ron and Cyndi Butler Award and the Toronto branch of Acadia Alumni. On hand to share in the fun were Craig Butler (’91), Jenn Williams, Josh Linde and Roger Wilson (’87).

Thanks to all who participated, and Acadia is pleased to offer particular acknowledgement for the leadership and support of Craig Butler and our lead sponsor, The Ruppert Team at CIBC Wood Gundy. This year’s tournament is slated for Thursday, September 19 at Eagle Ridge Golf Club in Georgetown, ON. Make plans to be part of the fun, and fundraising! See you there!

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Alumni News

Fun in the sun!

Gary (’66) and Gwen (’68) Bruce hosted Acadia alumni and friends on Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at the Annual Florida Luncheon in Bradenton.

A good crowd was on hand to receive greetings from Acadia’s VicePresident, Advancement, Rod Morrison and to share news and information about Acadia. Joining in the fun (from left to right) are: Wayne Langley (’65), Mary Cooke (’60), Jane McIntrye (’60), Rod Morrison, Margaret (Williams) Routledge (’60), and Norm McIntyre (’60).

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Mark your calendar!

Reunited!

Lost grad ring takes long road home to rightful owner

Upcoming Acadia Alumni Events Thursday, June 06, 2013

Atlantic University Alumni Pub Night Hooley’s, Ottawa

Sharon Campbell (left) was happy to get her grad ring back after it had gone missing late last year.

Friday, June 07, 2013

2nd Annual Toronto Lobster Boil Gossip Restaurant, Toronto

Thursday, June 20, 2013 Acadia Hockey Celebrity Dinner Acadia University July 12-14, 2013

Summer Reunion Celebrating the Class of 1963’s 50th Reunion and the Class of 1948’s 65th Reunion

Friday, July 26, 2013 Alumni Golf Tournament – Valley Ken-Wo Golf Club, New Minas Saturday, August 31, 2013 Student Move-In Acadia University campus

Friday, September 13, 2013 Acadia Hockey Golf Tournament Ken-Wo Golf Club, New Minas

October 18-20, 2013 Homecoming Weekend Acadia University campus Saturday, October 19, 2013

Sports Hall of Fame, Festival Theatre, Wolfville

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By Fred Sgambati (’83)

It all started with a simple phone call that had quite a ring to it.

Ian Murray (’88), Executive Director of Alumni Affairs at Acadia, received a call late last year from the Honourable Justice Peter Wright, a judge with the Ontario Court of Justice in the Central East Region of the Province. He had found an Acadia grad ring at Toronto Airport and wondered if anyone had reported it missing.

The ring was inscribed with the 1971 grad year and had the initials ‘SLC’ engraved on it.

Alumni Affairs staff did some digging and found one person in a 1971 Convocation program with the initials ‘SLC’ – Sharon Louise Campbell.

E-mail correspondence began with Campbell, who indicated initially that she was indeed an Acadia grad and owned a grad ring, but it wasn’t missing. Or was it?

Sharon says, “if the ring could talk, it would tell of quite a journey. My dear hubby wears it on his little finger. While at the Toronto Airport over Christmas (2012), it slipped off. It was found in the car park by the Honourable Justice Peter Wright. It seems his daughter-in-law had some connection to Acadia and recognized the crest. Peter then contacted Acadia and connected with you. Luckily I had had my ring engraved with my initials so you were able to narrow down who might own it.”

Alumni Affairs connected Sharon with Justice Wright, who wanted to get the ring back to her from his location in Belleville, ON to hers in Peterborough as soon as possible.

Sharon says, “from what I understand, the ring was picked up from his home by the wife of a fellow judge whose secretary works in Peterborough. The wife gave the ring to her husband, who in turn gave it to Theresa, his secretary, who then brought it to work with her. Theresa then called us and we arranged to go to the courthouse to pick it up. So, as you can see, my little ring had quite the adventure. We owe a huge thank you to the many people who played a part in its return.”

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Great Gala!

On April 27, 2013, about 350 Acadia alumni and friends gathered at the World Trade and Convention Centre in Halifax for the 11th Annual Acadia Alumni Gala Dinner and Silent Auction. Hosted by the voice of the Acadia Axemen Len Hawley, the evening honoured 2013 Distinguished Alumni Bob Stead (’63) and Clint Davis (’92). Other highlights included a VIP reception, silent auction and raffle, with proceeds going to the S.M.I.L.E. program at Acadia. Since its inception, the Gala Dinner and Silent Auction has raised more than $250,000 to support athletics and student financial aid at Acadia.

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1. Enjoying the VIP Reception hosted by Gala sponsor MacInnes Cooper at Purdy’s Wharf, Tower II (left to right): Rod Morrison, Vice-President, Advancement; Chancellor Libby Burnham (’60); Distinguished Alumni honoree Clint Davis (’92); Distinguished Alumni honoree Bob Stead (’63); and President Ray Ivany.

2. Chancellor Libby Burnham and VIP guests were delighted to take the Acadia team bus, courtesy of Gala sponsor Ambassatours Gray Line, from Purdy’s Wharf to the Gala Dinner and Silent Auction at the World Trade and Convention Centre in Halifax.

3. The Gala featured an astonishing array of outstanding auction items, with proceeds to support Acadia athletics, student financial aid, aboriginal students and the S.M.I.L.E. program.

4. An added bonus at this year’s Gala was the Acadia Power Cheerleading team, which greeted guests as they arrived and helped to kick off the evening’s festivities.

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5. A raffle prize generously donated by Acadia alumnus Paul Bailey (’75) was another highlight at this year’s Gala. Ticket sales were brisk on a Toronto Maple Leafs prize package that included return airfare to Toronto, limo service, accommodation at a four-star hotel, dinner, and two tickets to a Leafs’ game. Alumni were in a giving mood, too, with proceeds of $3,500 going to Acadia’s S.M.I.L.E. program.

6. President of the Associated Alumni of Acadia University, Hugh Bray (’75), presented Distinguished Alumni Award winner Bob Stead (right) with a framed certificate to commemorate his achievement.

7. Distinguished Alumni Award winner Clint Davis (’92), with his wife Hillary Thatcher (centre, right) and family members after receiving his award.

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Tom Raddall: “exemplifying the Acadia spirit”

By Rachel Cooper (’89)

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f alumni are Acadia’s lifeblood, you would be hardpressed to find one more dedicated to the University than Tom Raddall. He has a keen mind, a sense of humour, and an abiding loyalty to Acadia.

Raddall graduated in 1957 with a degree in chemistry and a plan to become a dentist. However, his path was complicated. He began in engineering, sticking with it for two years before deciding it wasn’t for him. “I wanted to take dentistry, so I wrote my father and said I wanted to change courses,” he says.

The permission from his father, the influential Canadian writer Thomas Head Raddall, was concise: “Dear Tom, that’s a damned expensive vocational guidance course you’re taking.”

Raddall switched to a BSc and took a major in chemistry, cramming all the required biology courses into his final two years.

“Back then, enrolment at Acadia was probably around 700,” Raddall says. “We were a very closely knit family – you knew everybody.” He made good friends with whom he still keeps in touch.

“From almost the day I graduated, I felt I owed Acadia,” he says. He had noticed other students receiving financial support through bursaries or scholarships “though I was never smart enough to get one,” he jokes. “I thought, you know, this is a good thing. And that’s when I realized that Acadia needed support, as any university does. Their alumni are very important.”

After he graduated from dental school and paid off his debts, he gave regularly to Acadia’s Class of ’57 fund.

“It just increased over the years until I got involved with the Board of Governors and then really appreciated how much Acadia needed financial support,” he says.

“My support went up big time then.”

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Governor of the Year

Raddall served on the Board of Governors from 2001-12, during which time he sat on the Fundraising, Finance, Executive, and Investment Committees.

In 2003-04, he was recognized by the Acadia Students’ Union as Governor of the Year for his “outstanding effort to communicate with the student body and (for) exemplifying the Acadia spirit.” The citation read, “The students of Acadia University are forever grateful for your dedication to our school.”

While on the board, he set up a fund for two $5,000 scholarships to support students from Liverpool or Queens County, Nova Scotia. The scholarships were in memory of his mother, Edith Freeman Raddall, who studied music at Acadia.

His mother seems to have started a family tradition. Along with Raddall, his sister Frances (’59) and one of his sons, Blair (’86), are also Acadia alumni. His grandson Thomas is studying here now.

Serving on the board gave Raddall insight into Acadia’s operations. “I got to appreciate just how important alumni work was in supporting the university,” he says. “It is extremely competitive to get students. The support of alumni is a very big part of raising money to attract not only more students, but top-notch students.”

Born and raised in Liverpool, Raddall has lived there all his life, retiring 16 years ago. “One of the reasons I took dentistry was so I could come back here. I’m one of the original homers,” he says with a laugh. His two sons, Thomas and Blair, are also dentists and came back to Liverpool, where Blair has taken over his practice.

Raddall’s community work there is well known.

Besides having been president of the Provincial Dental Board of Nova Scotia, he has served in the Kiwanis Club, Liverpool Curling Club, Family and Children’s Services,

and the Queens County Museum/Thomas Raddall Research Centre.

A creative approach to recruitment

When Raddall learned that Acadia was not attracting as many students from western Nova Scotia as it had in the past, he took direct action in a way that was simple and creative.

For each of the 12 years he was on the Board of Governors, he and his wife, Pam, hosted an afternoon reception at their home to encourage students from Queens County to apply to Acadia. “Every year, between Christmas and New Year’s, we’d invite a

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Dr. Tom Raddall: “Alumni are very important.”

professor from Acadia to come over and speak to prospective students who were in their last year of high school,” he says. “All the local students who were going to Acadia were also invited.”

The receptions worked. Out of perhaps 21 students from the Liverpool Regional High School who might attend university in any year, between seven and nine come to Acadia.

Although now retired from Acadia’s Board of Governors, Raddall remains active on the Fundraising Committee and is committed to supporting the university. “The alumni and friends of Acadia are where the money has to come from,” he says.

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Alumni support

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Your generosity will help one of Canada’s oldest universities continue to be one of its best

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any of Acadia’s alumni and friends showed their Acadia Spirit during the 2012 Annual Appeal, a direct mail and e-mail campaign held in November. The campaign asked our alumni to remember their time at Acadia and to give back in an area significant to them. The response was incredibly diverse.

Great people

“We were very gratified to see a dramatic increase in the number of donors and in the value of gifts received,” said Dr. Rod Morrison, Acadia’s Vice-President, Advancement.

“It was amazing to see the areas supported – ranging from the Alumni Fund to Varsity Athletics, and from Student Financial Aid to the S.M.I.L.E. program. People also honoured members of Acadia’s family with legacy donations. No matter what the amount or the area selected to benefit, every gift makes a difference.”

The 2012 appeal saw a diverse group of donors as well, with gifts from graduates of every decade from the 1930s onward. While the majority of donors were from Nova Scotia and the rest of Canada, there also were gifts from the United States, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Switzerland, Bermuda, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.

“Acadia’s alumni network is strong and far-reaching,”

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said Dr. Morrison. “We made a simple ask and got a generous response. That is a testament to the experience our alumni had on campus as students and to the lifelong connection they have with our university community today.”

Great place

Acadia has long been recognized as one of Canada’s most beautiful campuses, and it boasts one of the oldest university buildings in Canada, but the cost of maintaining and improving aging infrastructure takes a toll.

“We are all trustees of Acadia’s campus,” said Ray Ivany, Acadia’s President and Vice-Chancellor. “There are many places on campus that were an important part of the Acadia experience for our alumni, and we hope that they believe strongly enough in the value of that experience to support the integrity of an Acadia education for future generations.”

Heritage Acadia is a spring campaign that will seek donations that allow the University to focus on its sustainability – preserving our striking buildings and enhancing efficiencies and amenities necessary to attract and retain the finest students, faculty, and staff.

Learn more at http://giving.acadiau.ca

The power and importance of

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By Dr. Dennis Magill (’61)

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ooking back 52 years, my fondest memory of Acadia is the influence of two professors. Herbert Lewis taught an outstanding course on Spanish existential philosophy focusing on Ortega Y Gasset. He taught me how to think critically and the intellectual excitement of analyzing abstract ideas.

Rex A. Lucas was my professor for three courses: Introduction to Sociology; Social Theory; and Social Research Methods. I worked with him on the analysis of data for the book he published under the title, Men in Crises: A Study of A Mine Disaster. The greatest experience available to an undergraduate is working as a research assistant, learning research skills and moving beyond textbook prescriptions to a realistic understanding of data analysis.

The research skills I learned from Rex Lucas are clearly evident in my first book, Africville: The Life and Death of A Canadian Black Community (co-authored with Donald H. Clairmont). A decade later (1970), Rex Lucas and I were colleagues in the Department of Sociology, University of Toronto.

My undergraduate years at Acadia laid a solid foundation for my career. With encouragement from

faculty members, I applied for graduate studies in sociology with the goal to pursue an academic path.

Acadia had fulfilled the basic role of a university – it opened my mind to intellectual challenges and provided a roadmap for the future.

Last May, I received an honorary Doctor of Humanities from Acadia. It was a humbling experience. As I walked the campus, I realized the importance of “paying back” Acadia. When I returned to Toronto, I established the Magill Scholarship. It will be available to sociology/politics students entering their final year. Selection will be based on academic achievement and financial need. I will fund it on a yearly basis during my lifetime.

As part of my estate planning, an endowment fund for the scholarship will be established through a stock bequest to Acadia. This will reduce the capital gains tax on my estate.

More important, however, it will financially help future generations of Acadia students.

I urge Acadia alumni to make an endowment contribution to Acadia and leave a legacy in your name. There is joy in giving back.

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Athletics

Athletics enjoys another banner year Acadia’s student-athletes earn championship and individual accolades for outstanding efforts

By Eric Cederberg (’94)

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cadia Athletics enjoyed another banner year in the 2012-13 season with one AUS championship win and a near-record number of individual accolades that included 38 AUS All-Stars and Major Award winners along with 13 CIS All-Canadians and Major Award winners.

The Axemen football team had 10 AUS All-Stars and three Major Award winners, including Jeff Cummins as Coach of the Year; Thomas Troop as Rookie of the Year; and Kyle Graves named as AUS football’s Most Valuable Player. Five football Axemen were named CIS All-Canadians, including Colin Murray, Taylor Renaud, Kyle Graves (as quarterback and punter), Mike Squires and Cameron Wade.

Soccer’s Andrew Snyder was AUS Rookie of the Year and a second team All-Star while teammate Zack Shaffelburg was honoured as a first team AUS All-Star.

On the women’s side, second-year midfielder Alana Fairfax was awarded the AUS and CIS Community Service Award, marking the second consecutive year that an Axewoman has won this prestigious award.

Women’s Rugby boasted three AUS All-Stars, including Allison Jordan, Riley Kitchin and Emilie Chiasson. First-year Axewoman Maddie MacKenzie was named the AUS Rugby Rookie of the Year.

Rookie Volleyball Axewoman Marrisa Chin was named to the AUS All-Rookie team and senior middle Kristen Bolduc grabbed honours as a second team AllStar.

Men’s and women’s basketball each had two AllStars and one major award winner each. For the second year in a row, Owen Klassen was named AUS Defensive Player of the Year and also topped the list as an AUS first team All-Star. Teammate Anthony Ashe was a second team All-Star. Klassen was also named a CIS first team All-Canadian.

Harris earns Community Service Award

Senior Lindsay Harris was added to the AUS All-Star first team roster, nabbed second team All-Canadian status, and was named the AUS women’s basketball Community Service Award recipient. Third-year guard Kristy Moore captured second team AUS All-Star honours.

The Axemen hockey team added two AUS All-Rookie team members, including first-year forwards Mike Cazzola and Brett Thompson. Defenseman Chris Owens, with senior graduating forward Andrew Clark, were picked as first team AUS All-Stars and CIS All-Canadians.

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The swim team grabbed 19 medals at the AUS championship meet. First-year female swimmer Kristen MacPherson captured AUS Rookie of the Year honours while teammates Eliza McGuire and Luc Boudreau grabbed gold medals and All-Star status.

Boudreau and MacPherson also qualified for the yearend CIS Championship meet held in Calgary, AB. The 2012-13 varsity season was highlighted with six teams in the CIS Top-10 weekly rankings: football, women’s rugby, men’s soccer, men’s basketball, women’s basketball and men’s hockey.

The Axewomen rugby team finished with a 5-3 regular season record, but a semi-final win and eventual loss to AUS champion St. F.X. allowed them to qualify for the CIS National Championship tournament for the first time in the program’s 10-plus year history as a varsity sport.

Second AUS title in a row

The football team posted a 7-1 record and clinched their second consecutive AUS championship. Losing only to the CIS No. 1 ranked Laval Rouge et Or during the regular season, Acadia faced Laval again in the CIS semi-final Uteck Bowl and were defeated by the eventual CIS champions.

Coming off championship winning seasons, the women’s and men’s basketball teams were ranked eighth and third respectively in the pre-season poll.

The Axewomen, who lost three key starters due to graduation, remained ranked until mid-January with a season high sixth during weeks three to six. Finishing third in the AUS standings, the Axewomen’s postseason was cut short by a quarter-final loss to host UNB Varsity Reds.

The Basketball Axemen’s season culminated in a CIS bronze medal game loss to the University of Ottawa Gee Gees in Acadia’s third consecutive CIS Final 8 appearance.

Losing to the Cape Breton Capers in the AUS final, the Axemen completed the season with a 15-5 record.

The sixth and final team in the CIS Top-10 for most of the regular season was the hockey Axemen.

Slipping into the Top-10 after opening the AUS season in seventh spot, Acadia moved as high as second in the country by mid-November.

Finishing the season three points out of second in the standings, the Axemen defeated the Moncton Aigles Bleus in the best-of-three quarter-final playoff series, but eventually lost in a hard-fought best-of-five series against the Saint Mary’s Huskies.

Athletics Lindsay Harris and other CIS AllCanadians. Lindsay is 4th from the left.

Owen Klassen: First Team All-Canadian, in action during the bronze medal game vs. University of Ottawa at CIS Final 8

Photos: Eric Cederberg

Photos: Eric Cederberg

Acadia’s football team celebrates their AUS championship win.

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Acadia names 2013 Sports Hall of Fame inductees

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n eclectic mix of athletes and builders will be inducted into the Acadia Sports Hall of Fame at 6 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2013 at Festival Theatre in Wolfville.

Gridiron greats will set the tone for the evening with Marv Allemang (’76) and Bob Cameron (’77) being welcomed in the Athlete category, and coach Sonny Wolfe inducted as a Builder.

Swimmers Penney Gaul (’80) and Roberta Thomson (’79) will also be inducted as Athletes, and the 1992 Acadia hockey Axemen will take their place in the Hall in the Team classification. Team members George Dupont (’92), Duane Dennis (’94), Norm Batherson (’94) and Jeff MacLeod (’96) will also be inducted.

Athletics Director Kevin Dickie applauded the inductees, saying, “we’re excited to welcome back

such an exceptional group of Acadia athletes and ambassadors. This year’s inductees represent an outstanding collection of builders and athletes who embody the competitive spirit and great traditions of our programs, and stand as benchmarks of achievement personally and professionally for all our student-athletes.

I look forward to sharing the evening with them, our alumni and the greater community.”

Acadia University is pleased to announce that Donnie Ehler (’83) will Chair this year’s event. Tickets will be sold individually for $25 plus HST and can be purchased through the Acadia Box Office: 1-902-542-5500 or 1-800542-8425.

For more information, please contact Marketing and Development Officer Len Hawley at len.hawley@ acadiau.ca or 902-585-1044.

SAURG celebrates Recreation grads

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eb. 2, 2011 was a snowy afternoon in the Annapolis Valley when Brenda Robertson sent a message out to a number of Acadia Recreation Graduates inviting them to attend a meeting on campus March 20th, to discuss the idea of having a reunion to celebrate the 40 years of the Acadia Recreation program which began in 1972. There was an enthusiastic response and the meeting concluded with a commitment to move forward with not only the reunion but a professional conference as well. As the planning meetings continued, it soon became evident that someone needed to take responsibility for this initiative and the concept of establishing the Society of Acadia University Recreation Graduates (SAURG) was developed. An interim Board of Directors was put into place with Carroll Randall (’76) as President and the inaugural meeting of the Board took place January 7th, 2012. As well as the conference and reunion planning, the Board developed bylaws and paperwork in order to become incorporated which it did on March 27th. The purpose of the organization is to establish lifelong connections between graduates of the program through initiatives that promote connection, collaboration, and celebration.

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of a program of reunions and events as well as through print and electronic communications; • To create vehicles for networking and ongoing personal and professional development; • To foster a sense of connection to Acadia university and encourage participation in university activities; • To provide a means of recognizing and celebrating the history of the recreation program; • To recognize distinctive contributions to the betterment of society by members.

The inaugural meeting of the membership took place at the end of the reunion on May 27, 2012 in the Acadia University SUB. The first official Board of Directors was elected and has met several times over the past nine months, working on a number of items of agenda items which have included such business as: conference and reunion follow up work; establishing a bank account and financial management procedures; upcoming event planning; creation of electronic communications vehicles including a web site, newsletter, and document depository; building relationships with other groups including the Office of Alumni Affairs, School of Recreation Management and Kinesiology, and the Acadia Recreation Management Society; curriculum changes in the Acadia Recreation program; and initiative planning including a project to capture the 40-year history of the program.

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Former Leafs star Wendel Clark to headline Hockey Celebrity Dinner

Above: Chair of this year’s Hockey Celebrity Dinner, Len Hawley.

Right: Former captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs and Hockey Celebrity Dinner headliner Wendel Clark.

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n annual event for Annapolis Valley hockey fans for the past 15 years, the Axemen Hockey Celebrity Dinner on Thursday, June 20 at Acadia Arena will feature former Toronto Maple Leaf and future Hockey Hall of Famer Wendel Clark.

The long-running fundraising event was established by former hockey coach and now Director of Athletics at Acadia Kevin Dickie following his first year at the helm of the hockey Axemen. Chaired for the last 10 years by former radio host Len Hawley, the dinner is a key element in the Axemen’s fundraising efforts to offset the increasing costs of maintaining the nationally recognized program. The efforts of head coach Darren Burns and the organizing committee comprised of a handful of dedicated community members has allowed the event to grow to what it is today.

Hawley, who now is employed by Acadia University’s Office of Advancement, acknowledges the importance of the event for not only the hockey team, but the community. “The dinner has raised over $300,000 in

its 15-year history and has been a success in not only fundraising, but also connecting the Acadia hockey program with the local hockey community.”

It has attracted some of the most famous hockey players and those associated with Canadian hockey, including Tom Renney, Mike Johnson, John Brophy, Jean Beliveau, Darryl Sittler, Mike Bossy, Denis Potvin, Marcel Dionne, Dennis Hull, Bryan Trottier, Wade Redden, Denis Savard, Jacques Martin, Pierre McGuire and one of the biggest draws, “Mr. Hockey”, Gordie Howe.

This year’s dinner will be emceed for the second consecutive year by TSN Atlantic host Paul Hollingsworth, and Clark will be joined by several to-beannounced additions.

Also included in the evening line-up as guests of the Axemen will be the Valley Wildcats midget hockey team, which captured the 2013 Atlantic Midget Championship this season, catapulting them to the Midget Telus Cup National Championship hosted in Sault Ste. Marie, ON.

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1950s JOHN BANNERMAN (‘52) is proud to have his grandson JONATHAN (JON) BLADES (‘16) following in his footsteps. This photo was taken at a family gathering in Ottawa at Christmas, where Jon made sure Acadia gear was waiting under the tree for everyone. John poses here with two of his five grandchildren: brothers Jon and Robbie (future Acadia student) Blades.

origin and its varsity hockey team’s history from 1893 to the conclusion of the 2011-2012 league playoffs. A teacher-athletic coach in the Kings County School District for 35 years, Burton began his writing career in 1972. Among his publications are histories of Nova Scotia baseball, hockey and golf, and Hurrah Acadia, which includes a detailed account of all Acadia sports team highlights from the beginning to the conclusion of the 1984-85 academic year.

Congratulations to RAYMOND (’55) and GLORIA (CLEVERSEY) FIELDING (’58) of Pleasantville, Nova Scotia, who celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary recently. They were married on April 13, 1963 at St. Peter’s Anglican Church in West LaHave.

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BURTON RUSSELL (B.A. ’57, BEd ’58), a lifetime resident of Kentville, Nova Scotia, released during the fall 2012 his 11th book on the history of Nova Scotia sports.

This publication, entitled Acadia’s Hockey Axemen, is a 274-page softcovered book that includes 47 black and white and colour picture pages. It traces the University’s

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Norman and DONNA (LANGLEY, ’59) Jeffrey of Wolfville, N.S. celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on December 29, 2012.

Congratulations! They were married at First Baptist Church in Moncton, N.B.

SUSIE LANGLEY was named a Fellow of Dietitians of Canada at their annual conference in June 2012. Susie is an Acadia graduate (Home Economics, 1961) and received an Honorary Doctorate of Applied Science from Acadia in 2009. There are a total of 38 Fellows of Dietitians of Canada. Acadia assistant professor in the School of Nutrition and Dietetics DR. CATHERINE MORLEY and BARB ANDERSON (’77), Director of Acadia’s School of Nutrition and Dietetics, also have this designation.

DR. BOB ABELL, (BSC,’64), recently published two books: a non-fiction work called Salvaging Capitalism/Saving Democracy, and a derivative novel The Corporation. These are available from Amazon in the U.S., or from Rovell Enterprises Ltd. in Canada, from selected bookstores, and on Kindle from Amazon.ca.

GENE CHAN (‘67) was presented with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal by KENNEDY STEWART (‘88), Member of Parliament for Burnaby-Douglas, in recognition of his service as a volunteer musician with military bands supporting two Canadian Forces Primary Reserve regiments in Vancouver locally, regionally, and internationally.

Gene and his wife Deborah have lived in Burnaby throughout their 40 years of marriage. They have two sons and four grandchildren, all of whom live less than 20 minutes away.

Following a career in military chaplaincy, REV. BOB JONES, (BTh ’63), spent 14 years on the staff of Wilmot United Church in Fredericton and, recently retired and was made Minister Emeritus. Bob and Johanne reside in Fredericton, N.B.

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PAUL CORKUM (’65) and his German coresearcher, Ferenc Krauz, have jointly won the $200,000 King Faisal award and accepted it in Saudi Arabia in March 2013. This award is considered one of the major international prizes in the science world. Paul, who is research chair in Attosecond Photonics, University of Ottawa, obtained his undergraduate degree in physics at Acadia. He also holds an honorary degree from Acadia and from the University of Western Ontario. He has an Order of Canada and is a member of the Royal Society of Canada, the British Royal Society, and the American Academy of Sciences. For additional information, please visit: http://www.ottawacitizen.com/Ottawa+physici st+wins+science+prize+flashes+inspiration+with+vi deo/7889607/story.html

Ex-Ottawa mayor and Acadia alumnus JIM DURRELL (’68) was officially appointed a Member of the Order of Canada in December, 2012. For more, please visit: http://www.ottawa citizen.com/sports/Ott awa+mayor+Durrell+a ppointed+Order+Cana da/7758349/story.html Kentville native and Acadia alumna JILL CALKIN GUIMOND (’68) has published her first children’s book entitled, Little Red and the Boston Christmas Tree. The story is based on the Christmas tree that Nova Scotia gives to New England every year, and the real events in the1917 Halifax Explosion that led to this act of kindness. Jill has been teaching elementary school children for more than 25 years at the International School Bangkok and in Westborough, MA, where she lives with her husband JIM (‘68). She has two children, James, a Navy F-18 pilot presently serving in Afghanistan, and a daughter, Jacqui, a dance artist with the Cirque du Soleil Beatles “Love” show in Las Vegas.

She can be reached at jlljag@gmail.com On November 25, 2012, PETER CLEVELAND (BBA, ’69) received the Governor General’s award as a Caring Canadian who has contributed to the wellbeing of his community. The Citation read: “A strong hospital requires strong support from its community, and this is what Peter Cleveland has helped to create. As co-president of the Ottawa Hospital Foundation, he is credited with inspiring a team of volunteers and providing leadership to the foundation’s Legacy Campaign, to secure funds for health care and research. He has also been engaged more broadly within the Ottawa community, notably with United Way/Centraide Ottawa-Carleton and the Elisabeth Bruyère Hospital Foundation.”

JAMES ROBERT HARRIS (‘69) and PETER GOUCHER (‘69) were awarded Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medals at the Blomidon Inn in Wolfville in January 2013 by former Acadia president and Senator DR. KELVIN OGILVIE (‘63).

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1970s DR. STEVEN POUND (’72), chairman of the Maine State Board of Education, was awarded the Distinguished Service Award by the National Association of State Boards of Education in October 2012. The award is given annually to a state board of education member in recognition of outstanding service to public education. In addition to serving as chairman of the Maine State Board and on the NASBE Board of Directors, Pound currently sits on 20 other boards that relate in some way to education and career development.

He is from Millinocket and currently resides in Greenville, where he was superintendent of schools for School Union 60.

SEAN CASEY (’73) was recently named to the National Faculty of the United States Sports Academy in Alabama. His first assignment was to travel to Malaysia in November to teach a course to the nation’s teachers and coaches.

Casey is President of Emerylane Educational Consultants, a consortium of educators dedicated to improving English proficiency for English language learners (ELLs), literacy, anti-bullying, in addition to providing student exchanges, placements and international programs. Casey can be reached at Emerylane44@ aol.com.

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1980s CAROLE FORAN-SWINKELS (BSC ’82, BED ’84, MED ‘94) received the Mensa Canada Distinguished Educator Award 2012 after being nominated by her student, Ben Schmidl, who attends Leslie Thomas Junior High. The award is given to one teacher a year for excellence in education in recognition of an educator who has had an especially positive influence on the education of a Mensa family member. Carole is a teacher with the Halifax Regional School Board and lives in Sackville with her husband and two children.

COLONEL DOUGLAS W. AND JOAN (FISHER) BUTT (‘83) returned recently to the Manning Memorial Chapel, where they were married 30 years ago this coming June, to celebrate the October 6, 2012 marriage of their daughter, Katherine, who attended Acadia for the first year of her degree (she completed the remainder of her BA in Ottawa when Doug was posted there). Doug and Joan reside in Ottawa, where Doug is presently the Director Air Personnel Management for the Royal Canadian Air Force. Last fall turned out to be a special time for the couple: in September, Doug was selected to receive the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal and, at the same ceremony, was also awarded a Chief of the Defence Force Commendation for his leadership as Project Director of the Military Personnel Capability Transformation Project. Joan no longer works outside the home and both look forward to Doug’s retirement in 2015 when they will return to the Annapolis Valley.

Congratulations to Ambir CEO IAN CAVANAGH (’86). The Great Places to Work Institute named Ambir in April 2013 as the #3 Best Workplace in Canada in the medium-sized business category.

Ambir is a leading Atlantic Canadian IT and Management Consulting firm with operations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador and Quebec.

Defence Minister PETER MACKAY (’87) and his wife, Nazanin Afshin-Jam MacKay, announced the birth of their son on Monday, April 1, 2012. Kian Alexander MacKay is the couple’s first child. “Thanks to everyone for their thoughts, prayers and support. We are overjoyed with our baby boy,” the Nova Scotia Member of Parliament tweeted.

Afshin-Jam MacKay is an Iranian-born human rights activist, pop singer and former Miss World runnerup. The couple married in Mexico in 2012.

REV. WAYNE SOLLOWS (BA ’89), in his ninth year as pastor of McPhail Memorial Baptist Church in Ottawa, ON was commissioned recently as a Captain and appointed a Chaplain in the Canadian Forces. Serving with the Canadian Army, he has been posted to CFB Petawawa.

1990s Congratulations to CBC reporter PETER ARMSTRONG (’95) and his wife, journalist Piya Chattopadhyay, who welcomed twin boys Nikil and Julian to their family in April 2013.

DONNA (WATSON) THOMPSON (BBA ’97) married Kirk Thompson on October 16, 2012 at San Francisco City Hall. We decided on a San Francisco destination wedding as my husband is a huge San Francisco 49ers fan. We managed to catch two games while there on our honeymoon.

Kirk is a Team Leader, Claims Response Center at TD Insurance in Saint John. Donna is Regional Sales Manager – Money In and Direct Investing, supporting all the TD Canada Trust branches in New Brunswick. They currently reside in Quispamsis, NB.

2000s RACHEL CREASOR (BA ‘00, BEd ‘02, MEd ‘09) and her partner, Natasha Fletcher (Kentville), would like to proudly announce the arrival of their twin babies. Lawson August and Marley Iris arrived on February 14, 2013. The whole family is very excited and in love with these two sweet babies, including their uncle Justin Creasor (‘04), their grandmother Peggy and grandfather Roger Creasor (‘70).

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DR. CARROL GREENE (`39) called to let us know some exciting news about his nephew, DR. GRAHAM GREENE (BSc ’84), who was named in November 2012 the new Chief Academic Officer for Lakeland Regional Health Center. For more, please visit: http://lrmc.com/blog/lrmcs-gme-programshaping-the-future-of-medicine/

JENNIFER HAMES (‘01) and MATHIEU BELIVEAU (‘03) were married on June 23, 2012 at the Manning Memorial Chapel, Wolfville, with a reception in the Fountain Learning Commons (formerly their meal hall!). They currently reside in Whistler, B.C. In February 2012, COLETTE O’HARA (‘02) and MIKE KENNEDY (‘05) co-founded the Halifax Awesome Foundation, an organization dedicated to increasing awesomeness in the city of Halifax.

Each month, the Foundation solicits ideas to make the city of Halifax more awesome via its website (www.awesomehalifax.com) and then awards a cash grant of $1,000 (funded out of pocket by 30 dedicated Trustees) to a lucky Haligonian based on their Dragon’s Den-style pitch of the idea at a monthly event open to the public. To-date, the Foundation has funded over $15,000 worth of awesomeness, ranging from a tug boat tug of war to a space bagpipers parade to the purchase of a projector for an outdoor community bike-in theatre.

KATRINA (RENOUF) CROSBY (‘02) and MATTHEW CROSBY (‘02) are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Owen Isaac Crosby, on June 13, 2012. The family resides in Centreville, N.S., where Matthew teaches high school and Katrina is an Administrative Assistant.

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for becoming an accredited member of the Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) in 2012. This brings the total number of accredited members to 480, representing 28 per cent of the CPRS Membership. Emma currently resides in Vancouver, BC where she manages a public affairs office specializing in stakeholder consultation, aboriginal engagement and community relations.

BRIAN GREEN (BBA, ’03) married Michelle Cross (now Michelle Green) on December 15, 2012 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Brian moved to South Africa in June 2006 with McCain Foods Ltd. as part of a transfer and met Michelle in 2010.

Michelle is a Chartered Accountant and lectures in auditing at a university level. Brian says, “I actually do get the alumni magazine in South Africa, so it will be great to show my new wife.”

In October 2012, ROBERT HAWLEY (‘03) received his TESL Nova Scotia Teaching Certificate from TESL Nova Scotia. Then, in January, he received his TESL Canada Federation Professional Certificate (Standard Level One) from TESL Canada. These were made possible due to Robert completing the Acadia TESOL Certificate Program last June at Acadia University. Robert plans to keep perusing future teaching opportunities in the year ahead.

This past winter, EMMA SHEA (BRM, APR, ’03) was one of 21 public relations professionals from across Canada who successfully completed the requirements

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AMY DARRELL (BA GERMAN `04) married Maxime Gagnon on August 11, 2012 in garden ceremony on the island of Bermuda, where she was born and raised. The two met while on an exchange program to Freiburg, Germany in 2002 that was through the university. On January 11, 2013 they welcomed their first child, a daughter, Ziva Cécile, into this world.

KAYSI FAGAN (BAH SOCIOLOGY, ’05), is one of Avenue Calgary Magazine’s Top 40 Under 40, which features Calgarians under the age of 40 who excel in their respective fields and raise the profile of the city. Two of her brothers, Coltan (who is VP of Programming in the Acadia Students’ Union) and Brendan, are currently engaged in Arts degrees at Acadia University.

For more on Kaysi’s outstanding achievements, please visit: http://www.avenuecalgary.com/top40-under-40/kaysi-fagan.

CATHERINE (ENSERINK) RUELENS (BAH ’05) and Pat Ruelens were married July 21, 2012 at Kingsport Beach,

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Angela GIACOMANTONIO (‘05) and BILL CRUESS (‘08) were married on December 1, 2012. It was a beautiful (but cold!) day at First Baptist Church, Halifax, followed by an incredible reception at The Lord Nelson Hotel.

N.S., the same day as Kingsport Gala Day. People in the community delayed a parade so Catherine and her wedding party could make it through to the beach.

Sadly, she says, neither her husband nor any of their wedding party went to Acadia because, although she grew up in Nova Scotia, she moved to Ontario in 2007 where her husband and most of the wedding party is from. Catherine’s sister had been married at Manning Memorial Chapel on campus and Catherine wanted to do something different, so they went to Kingsport.

However, “having attended Acadia and worked there several summers/during the school year, as well as post-grad, I was determined to get some pictures at Acadia. Plus, my husband and I love sports, so going to Raymond Field made sense. There was actually a soccer game going on when we arrived, but it was conveniently half-time and I convinced the refs to give us some time to get some pictures. (And who is going to argue with a bride, right?).”

MEGAN VALOIS (B.A.H, ‘06) and Captain Travis Smyth were married on July 14, 2012 at St. Patrick’s Basilica in Ottawa. They currently reside in Ottawa, where Megan is a high school teacher and Travis is posted with the Canadian Forces.

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ALISON BACKMAN SHAPIRO (‘07) and Andrew Shapiro were married on March 7, 2013 at The Inn at English Harbour, Antigua, surrounded by close family and friends. Many of Alison’s friends from her Acadia days were on hand to celebrate. Congratulations, Ali and Andy! On hand for the celebration were (left to right): Alex Tims (‘07), Meredith St. John (‘07), Rachel Potter (‘07), Bronwyn Sorbie (‘07), Alison Backman Shapiro (‘07), Lyla Bradley (‘07), Allison King (‘07), Renée Mackay-Lyons (‘06), Maryanne Fleming (‘07) and Brad Marcotte (‘07)(centre).

2010s When ROBYN GREENWOOD (’10) was studying Shakespeare at Acadia, she never dreamed she would be associated with the world famous Shakespeare Birthplace Trust and the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon, England.

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Honours degree in English and a second major in French, and went on to study Histories and Interpretations of Art at the University of Bristol, where she received her Masters in Art History in 2011. In October, 2011 Robyn obtained a position with the world famous Shakespeare Birthplace Trust as their Digitization Officer for a new project called the ‘Shakespeare Bytes Size Project.” In partnership with Hewlett Packard (HP), Danwood and Coventry University, she collaborated on the development of an innovative iPhone App that allowed better access to the Trust’s archives, library, and museum collections. The project is ensuring the outstanding collections are freely accessible to anyone in the world with an internet connection. Robyn is now working as the Shakespeare-by-Design assistant, a joint position with the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust and the Royal Shakespeare Company. The Royal Shakespeare Company is the world’s most famous classical theatre company, and Robyn will be cataloguing, reviewing, researching, and digitizing the company’s production archive and costume collection. From the classroom at Acadia University to her work with Acadian House in West Chezzetcook, Nova Scotia, and volunteering with the Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery in England, Robyn’s love of Shakespeare and Museum Arts combined with her enthusiasm for computer technology are resulting in a tangible and valuable contribution to the living Shakespeare experience. (Submitted by Robyn’s aunt and Acadia alumna Judy A. Greenwood, ’64)

Acadia remembers We are saddened to report the following deaths in the Acadia community:

Cochrane, Bertha M. (’32), Nepean, ON Todd (Countway), Marjorie E. (’35), Wolfville, NS Escoffery, Charles A. (’37), Los Angeles, CA Wickett-Nesbitt (Hall), Beatrice E. (’38), Ottawa, ON Fisher (Phinney), Mary L. (’42), Enfield, NS Dunn, Gerald E. (’43), Kitchener, ON Findlay, Mary P. (’44), Bath, NB Manning, John C. (’45), Halifax, NS Wetmore, Reagh C. (’45), Andover, MA Lank, Edward A. (’46), Kingston, ON Armstrong, Carrol R. (’46), Kingston, NS Belyea, Ralph W. (’47), Moncton, NB Grant, Harold L. (’47), Victoria, BC MacLeod (Burbidge), Phyllis E. (’47), West Porters Lake, NS Welt, William E. V. (’47), Wolfville, NS Matheson, Kenneth A. (’47), Pointe-Claire, QC Beals, Donald W. (’48), Halifax, NS Allen (Weatherby), Thelma E. (’48), Etobicoke, ON McLaughlin, Victor D. (’48), Riverview, NB Veale, W. Stuart (’48), Stratford, PE Andrews, Clifford (’48), St. John’s, NL Ewing, Russell M. (’48), Charlottetown, PE Eagles, Stuart E. (’49), Toronto, ON Hamilton, William B. (’49), Sackville, NB MacLaren (Yeo), Hazel D. (’50), Calgary, AB Frank, Robert W. (’50), London, ON Fraser, Murray M. (’51), Victoria, BC Vaughan, E. Garth (’52), South Cove, NS MacNeil, Conrad (Connie) (’52), Wolfville, NS Farris, Byron (Bud) (’53), Oakville, ON Brown (Love), Nancy K. (’54), Lennoxville, QC MacKenzie, Roy (’55), Chilliwack, BC

Sinclair, John C. (’55), Niagara on the Lake, ON Bruff, Alyce M. (’59), Mount Clemens, MI Dickson, Wayne B. (’61), Pictou, NS Cassidy, David R. (’63), Yarmouth, NS Hamilton, M. K. (’63) Grunder (Marshall), Linda R. (’63), Ottawa, ON Moffitt, Gordon (’66), Fredericton, NB Davidson, Rodney (’68), Ottawa, ON Brooks, Helen (’69), Bridgetown, NS Corey, James (’69), Dartmouth, NS Wentzell, Arleen M. (’69), Aylesford, NS Hill, John D. (’71), Bedford, NS Baldwin, John R. (’71 HON), Kingston, ON Griffin-Allwood, Philip George (’75), Moncton, NB Peterson, F. Jean (’78), Kentville, NS Meagher, Philip R. (’79), St. Albert, AB Noseworthy, Mary A. (’80), New Glasgow, NS Hobbs, Patrick (’86), Fall River, NS MacGillivray (Dicks), Dana L. (’88), Enfield, NS Monnon, Mary A. (’93), Kings County, NS McChesney, Scott Jason (’94), Dawson Creek, BC White, Brenda Elaine (’96), Monastery, NS Nelson, Chad (’05), Bathurst, NB Kelloway, Craig (’05), Calgary, AB Taylor, Sydney (’13), Halifax, NS Bernhardt, Colin, Wolfville, NS Munro, Judith A., Wolfville, NS Little, Philip Hazen (Horton Academy), Montreal, QC Sanders (Meister), Leitha P. (Horton Academy), New Ross, NS Sinclair (Macumber), Mary (Horton Academy) Colville, Rhoda (Horton Academy), Wolfville, NS Greville , Joan (Horton Academy), Brampton, ON

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final frame

In each edition of the Bulletin, we reserve space on our final page for a fond look back at the way we were. Do you know the person in this photo? If so, send me an e-mail at fred.sgambati@acadiau.ca. The first person to identify her will win an Acadia sweatshirt (valued at $70.00). Please include your name, address, e-mail and phone number in your response. We will reveal the answer, the winner and have another image for you in the fall edition. Look forward to hearing from you.

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Cathy Lynn How (’90) was the first to correctly identify the Final Frame photo in the fall 2012 edition of the Bulletin. Cathy Lynn, who lives in Annapolis Royal, N.S., identified Monica Jackson (’92) as the tinfoil-wrapped starlet mugging for the camera.

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