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In a world where digital technologies can be rapidly changing, a four-day institute at StFX from May 5-8 brought together participants from across the region and as far afield as Germany, Iran, and the United States for training to support digital projects. The Digital Humanities Summer Institute East (DHSI-East), now in its fifth year at StFX, brought together 33 participants for two four-day...

… was president of his freshman class, played varsity hockey and rugby, and was involved with the Amateur Athletic Association. In his yearbook, “Stumpy” … appearance earlier this Spring at the Athletics banquet. And just as importantly, his …

For Dr. Janet McMordie, curiosity has always been a driving force. Her passion for learning and trying new things has shaped her journey through medicine, the arts, and social change leadership. In 2004, her curiosity led her from Canada’s west coast to a small university town in Nova Scotia. Inspired by a conversation with a StFX recruiter at her Vancouver high school, she moved to Antigonish...

… Human Kinetics grads breaking new ground in health, … innovators, and changemakers. The StFX Human Kinetics department is no exception, … Human Kinetics grads breaking new ground in … Human Kinetics grads breaking new ground in …

… celebrated the largest graduating class in its history. On May 4th, more than 1,100 new … of Science with First Class Honours in Psychology. Grace was also a recipient of the … will be furthering my studies by pursuing a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology …

… world: StFX celebrates Access Awareness Week; presents inaugural Jeffery Murray Award … and honour his memory.” Nominators say when Mr. Doyle became manager of the Antigonish … MacLean  Antigonish Mayor Sean Cameron read the proclamation to officially open Access …

… Inspired by her father’s legacy of community programming, Ms. Bullivant’s project offers summer sports and recreation programs tailored to high school students in … for the future includes expanding across Nova Scotia to offer enriching experiences to …

… professor Dr. Ricardo Scrosati and ex-graduate students Nicole Cameron and Julius … Ellrich that has resulted in a new article recently published in the journal Frontiers in … ice formed in the Gulf of St. Lawrence in recent winters. The rarity or absence of sea …

Ms. Toms joins changemakers from across Canada in the Fellowship’s first national cohort. Cheyenne Toms, a 2025 StFX graduate, has been recognized for her leadership potential, community engagement, and innovative thinking, earning a Pathy Foundation Fellowship for 2025-2026. The prestigious community development program recognizes exceptional leaders who have strong ties with their community and...

StFX’s Department of Chemistry sent its largest ever contingent to Science Atlantic ChemCon, the largest regional gathering for the discipline, held this year at UPEI, and came away from the event with an impressive seven awards. The Chemistry Department had 12 students, including graduate student Leah Baylis and undergraduate students Anna Mulak, Lauren Gatto, Sydney Palmer, Amaya Giraudier...

… 12 student at Auburn Drive High School in Nova Scotia, who has made a huge impact at her … long-term goal is to become a mental health counsellor), athletics, and community ahead.  … 12 student at Auburn Drive High School in Nova Scotia, who has made a huge impact at her …

The StFX Co-op Education Program is excited to share this year’s recipients of our student and employer awards. The Student Achievement Award recognizes a co-op student who has acted as an ambassador for co-op education, has contributed to the program, and has displayed exceptional personal and professional attitude throughout the co-op program, in their academics, and community.  This year’s...

Research work by StFX faculty to help with bullying prevention and to strengthen community-based mental health care in rural Nova Scotia has received significant funding from the Nova Scotia Office of Addictions and Mental Health. Dr. Laura Lambe and Dr. Jill Murphy are both recipients of nearly $100,000 in award funding through the new Investigator in Addictions & Mental Health grants, delivered...

… University, appointed Chair, Council of Nova Scotia University Presidents (CONSUP) June … our sector during a challenging period for Nova Scotia’s universities,” said Dr. Hakin. … University, appointed Chair, Council of Nova Scotia University Presidents (CONSUP) June …

… Diane Roberts; StFX Vice-President Students Elizabeth Yeo, co-chair for the President’s … Diane Roberts; StFX Vice-President Students Elizabeth Yeo, co-chair for the President’s …

… partnership between StFX and the Province of Nova Scotia, will see an existing building … new child-care spaces are a result of our government working together with community … Vice-President Administration and Ancillary Services Bob Hale.  The Hon. Michelle Thompson  …

In a ceremony highlighted by joy and possibility, StFX and the Board of Directors of The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq signed an agreement June 23 that helps to formalize and strengthen their collaboration, and that will help amplify Indigenous knowledge, support treaty education, and build stronger frameworks that elevate Mi’kmaq governance, history, and identity within university life. A...

The Good Walk: Creating New Paths on Traditional Prairie Trails (University of Regina Press, 2024) by Dr. Matthew Anderson, the Father Edo Gatto Chair of Christian Studies in the StFX Department of Religious Studies, has won a Saskatchewan Book Award. The 14 winners of this highest literary honour in the province of Saskatchewan were announced May 9 in Saskatoon. The Good Walk is described as...

A recent national conference has showcased that the research output from a predominantly undergraduate institution can be impactful and leave lasting impressions on the national and international stage. The StFX Chemistry Department had a large delegation, both of faculty and students, attend and receive terrific feedback on their research work during the 108th Canadian Society for Chemistry...

… has impacted countless people through her teaching, research, and community involvement. … and gain credentials needed for a great job. While this is true, I soon realized that … has impacted countless people through her teaching, research, and community involvement. …