Alumni e-News
The Alumni e-News is for keeping alumni and friends
of NSAC up-to-date with news from the university including important
announcements, student and alumni achievements, athletic news and
upcoming events.
In this monthly, e-newsletter you'll
find brief news items and for many, a link
for more detailed information.

Happy Holidays!
From the Development & External Relations Office
Best wishes to you and your family for a safe and happy holiday season!
In the interest of a more sustainable season, our office decided on a video holiday greeting this year. Check out our holiday video at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9vkQVoTrBQ |
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NSAC Alumni - Embracing their World
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An alumni profile has been posted
on NSAC's website. Visit http://nsac.ca/alumni/profiles/ to
read about the activities of Patricia Bishop (Class of '99) and her family! |

NEWS
Nova Scotia: Canada’s University Capital
NSAC is working with Nova Scotia’s other 10 universities to market Nova Scotia as Canada’s University Capital.
The campaign will be launched in Nova Scotia on January 11, Ottawa on January 26 and Toronto on January 27. The campaign is meant to initially target the parents of prospective students from Ontario who often are unaware of the educational opportunities in Atlantic Canada. More... |
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Alumni Family Bursary
Last month you should have received a letter in the mail from our Students' Union President, Colette Wyllie. Colette asked you to make a difference in the life of our students by supporting the Alumni Family Bursary.
Many of you have already acted on Colette's request and made a huge difference for our students - thank you so much!
For more information, or if you did not receive a letter visit:
http://nsac.ca/development/appeal
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'Movember' at NSAC
Students and staff of NSAC participated in an international challenge to raise funds for Prostate Cancer Canada by growing a moustache during the month of November raising $1,883!
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Research
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The CFI Awards nearly $82,000 to NSAC in support of two important research programs
The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) announced last week that it has awarded $81,769 to NSAC to support two important research projects led by David Barrett and Andrew Dacanay. More... |
Stop the Drop
Research into Needle Retention in Christmas trees ongoing at NSAC
With just days until Christmas, many Nova Scotians have made the annual selection of the perfect Balsam Fir tree for their home for the holidays. The fragrance and majesty of a natural Christmas tree is as much a part of the season as candy canes and Santa. More...
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