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2021
December
A helping hand in a time of need
Feden Abeda is leading the charge for the new Office of Safe Disclosure
Canada’s aging population has changed, new report finds
Supports for the elderly are geared towards a homogeneous, pre-war era population
decolonization poster campaign hits hard but finds an audience at MRU
inspiration came through past poster successes
New certificate brings in-demand skills to Continuing Education at Mount Royal University
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Reporting micro-credentials offered in early 2022
The top 10 for 2021
These are the most-read Mount Royal stories from the past 12 months
A star is named
Dr. Gaye Watson Warthe, PhD, has been recognized for her exemplary leadership in the area of gender-based violence
November
Open House 2021 welcomed future students in person and online
Participants had the opportunity to tour campus and learn about student services and programs
From the classroom to the community
Work-integrated learning opportunities grow with help of federal funding
24 hours of giving
MRU will celebrate its generous donor community on its first Giving Day Nov. 30
MRU community members honoured at Top 7 Over 70 Awards
Recognizing incredible contributions later in life
MRU Giving Day – Matthew Fudge
Bachelor of Computer Information Systems
MRU Giving Day – Whittnie Gaqui
Bachelor of Communications — Public Relations
MRU Giving Day – Zoe Letourneau
Bachelor of Nursing, 2021
MRU Giving Day – Brittany Reid
Bachelor of Education — Elementary
Playing to win
Conservatory alum Kevin Chen wins prestigious international competition
What’s old will be new again
Four large, modern classrooms coming to W-wing next summer
Challenge!
MRU donor to match funds for new scholarships on Giving Day Nov. 30
October
Event and Theatre Services raise the curtain to a new season
Performances and classes resume in-person for Fall 2021
$40,000 TransAlta gift supports Indigenous Housing Program
Tipi and outdoor upgrades enrich living space
Professor and psychologist offers practical guide for first-year students
Laptop? Check. Portable charger? Check. Mount Royal psychologist’s first-year survival guide? Check.
Tsuut’ina Nation and MRU Cougars partner to celebrate sport
Cougars hockey games taking place at the 7 Chiefs Sportsplex
MRU geology professor zeroes in on Newfoundland rocks through new documentary about Ireland
Ireland and its geological connection to Newfoundland brought Dr. Jeff Pollock, PhD, to The Rock this summer
From ammonites to zinc
Geology students spread out to work across the west and north
Our alumni do it all
Congratulations to an inspiring group of MRU alumni for making this year’s Top 40 under 40
September
Food literacy research project unearths positive outcomes
Garden to Plate is for everyone
New cross-campus framework puts suicide prevention in focus
Emphasis on prevention, intervention and postvention
Tsuut’ina Nation celebrates Education Assistant graduates
Program offered in partnership with Mount Royal University’s Faculty of Continuing Education
Mount Royal gears up for a fresh semester
After an atypical 18 months, faculty and staff welcome students to campus
Inclusive Post-Secondary Education program adds new credential
Four courses added to program for students with developmental disabilities
Bell rings for first virtual reality class at Mount Royal University
New course brings together psychology, computer science and philosophy
From darkness to light: Old Sun Community College marks 50th anniversary
College began as a satellite campus of Mount Royal
Campus community marks National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
Events include guest speakers, presentations, intergenerational healing series and other opportunities to learn about Indigenous Peoples and histories
August
New dean of the Faculty of Business and Communication Studies announced
Dr. Kelly Williams-Whitt, PhD, will begin her new role Aug. 23
Thinking inside the box
Students land $10,000 award for inclusive activity program
Celebrating Pride in our comm(unity)
Pride Week celebrations to include a mix of in-person and virtual events for all
MRU set for takeoff with province’s Strategic Aviation Advisory Council
A new Strategic Aviation Advisory Council (SAAC) will advise the provincial government on how the aviation and aerospace sector can boost economic...
July
Expression of hope for Canada Day
Pre-contact seeds to be planted on campus
SAMRU Care Packages ease food insecurity
Support is available to students all summer long and beyond
June
Change leader Hal Kvisle received an Honorary Doctor of Laws June 7
Passion for learning guided Mount Royal from college to university
MRU to bestow Elder Miiksika’am with an Honorary Doctor of Laws June 8
Mount Royal’s Indigenous spiritual leader and advocate 'epitomizes education'
Canada's Parliamentary Poet Laureate Louise Halfe presented with Honorary Doctor of Laws
Canada's Parliamentary Poet Laureate prescribes 'fierce determination'
Pioneering police chief Christine Silverberg receives Honorary Doctor of Laws
Fighting discrimination with community-building and integrity
Unique research projects drive Case Study course
Massage Therapy students present findings virtually
A loss becomes a legacy
Celebrating the life of Agnes Stephanson Cooke
You did it, alumni! Thank you for your inspiration
Mount Royal celebrates its largest-ever graduating class at Spring 2021 Convocation
Positively impacting the lives of children and youth
MRU alumna shares how finding the right program made all the difference
Library Awards for Research Excellence recipients announced
Recognizing outstanding scholarly projects
Reflections of growth after graduation
Bachelor of Education students look at themselves then and now
'The neatest thing in the world'
Student’s award-winning research into exoskeletons inspired by sister
The role of libraries in an age of disinformation
Mount Royal University Library helps steer through the haze
Second World War pilot Ken Lett donates $2.4 million to MRU aviation program
Love of flying and business leads to gift geared towards student success
May
Small-business leaders get answers to pandemic-related questions
Leading Through COVID-19 and Beyond emphasized need for communication
Three-day virtual event celebrates excellence in teaching and learning
After a one-year absence, Mount Royal’s annual Celebrate! Teaching and Learning event moved online to bring together campus and community
Journalism alumna forges her own path
Emma Gilchrist shares how journalism has changed for the better
Meet the SAMRU 2021 executive
Provincial post-secondary cuts; EDI; get out the vote on the priority list
MRU lands D'Arcy McGee Beacon Fellowship
Fellowship connects leading Canadian and Irish academics
MRU partners with Ambrose University to offer more English language training for international students
Agreement sees MRU’s LEAP program create new English language pathway for Ambrose students
Crushing it during an extra challenging academic year
10 stories of students who made major scholastic impacts in 2020/21
Distinguished Faculty Award recipients announced
Exemplary contributions recognized, extraordinary commitment acknowledged
MRU and Shaw connect on Community Podcast Initiative
$100,000 donation powers innovative audio storytelling hub
Finance students take first place in ethics case competition
2021 national championship awarded
April
Student research moves towards a more just and sustainable future
Catamount Fellowship Community Showcase happens April 9
Propelling start-ups towards success
Annual JMH LaunchPad Pitch Competition happens April 12
Capping off an MRU education
Health, Community and Education students finish off their programs with culminating experiences
A program that provides more than education
Student shares how studying at MRU led to greater self-understanding
Creating positive impact in the Calgary community
MRU alumni shares her passion for social work
Discovering the right fit for a meaningful career
MRU alumna returns to further her focus
Vivacity
Using tech for good to improve the lives of our most vulnerable citizens
Chinook Aerosports takes flight
LaunchPad 2021 recipient lands close to $30,000 in start-up funds
Inquiry, discovery and impact
2021 Research Recognition Award winners announced
Entrepreneurs find footing with free workshop series
Alberta Inclusive Innovation Initiative provides practical skills training
Leading Through COVID-19 and Beyond created for Alberta business owners, managers
Online event features panel of experts
Mount Royal University names AVP Indigenization and Decolonization
Dr. Linda ManyGuns, PhD, will be the senior Indigenous leader at MRU
Room to grow
$15 million gift from Taylor Family Foundation will transform Mount Royal University student spaces
Machine learning transforming supply chain industry
MRU to lead workshop sharing knowledge in new field
March
Feminist powerhouse playwright in the wings for March 8
Morgan Lloyd Malcolm is this year’s writer-in-residence
10 powerful conversations
MRU celebrates International Women’s Day 2021
New memoir for Professor Robert Boschman
White Coal City chronicles multigenerational trauma
MRU unveils Bachelor of Social Work Degree as Albertans cope with pandemic
The degree is a bridge to fullness in the social work profession
Rare transactions
The Institute for Community Prosperity creates a framework for non-profit amalgamations
New Conservatory course sings praises of music therapy
Virtual course provides overview of evidence-based practice
February
The need for systemic change
MRU students share how racism has affected their lives
Podcast series explores how racism in sports mirrors broader society
Mount Royal University Cougars Athletics and Recreation has produced a diversity and inclusion podcast series
Lack of representation in education an obstacle for BIPOC students
Marva Ferguson urges reflection and a careful reconsideration of the education system that is in line with the changing demography of Alberta
MRU’s World Wetlands Day Symposium dives into world’s water crisis
Research points to importance of mountain ecosystems
Write and submit a poem … it just might help
Calgary Poet Laureate Natalie Meisner building digital jukebox of poetry for healing
Contest underway for SAMRU Representation Executive Council
Online voting starts Feb. 22
Athletic therapy student finds her calling through adversity
Jinan Daqqa establishes communities through sport
Years of environmental advocacy recognized
Professor Israel Dunmade speaks on teaching, research and advocacy in academia
Equity, diversity and inclusion infused throughout Harry G. Schaefer Mentorship Program
Now entering its ninth year, the Harry G. Schaefer Mentorship Program has matched 151 MRU students with 105 industry professionals offering...
Alberta Inclusive Innovation Initiative pivots during the pandemic
Workshop series offers updated entrepreneurial skills to diverse groups
January
Discovering the complexities of trade
Students go online for 'remarkable' WTO simulation
A behind-the-scenes glimpse into The Umbrella Academy
Alumnus and award-winning cinematographer Craig Wrobleski director of photography for Netflix’s hottest show
Building community through good food
MRU and Chartwells celebrate new partnership
Heart and hustle
Laurie Pilson Memorial Award developed to remember a past Cougars player and support those currently on the ice
Free concert series brings comfort and community
Winter Solace highlights power of music
Changemaker Conversations 'motivate to action'
Trico Changemakers Studio series designed to keep inspiring progress
Mount Royal virtual Career Expo begins Jan. 25
Valuable pre-event sessions start Jan. 13
New certificate makes the most of digital media marketing
Online courses at MRU taught by industry experts
Let’s talk … and keep talking
MRU recognizes mental health as a priority on Jan. 28 and throughout the year
Turning talk into action
Children’s Mental Health and Addiction Studies Certificates offer practical knowledge through online learning