Opening minds.
Changing lives.
Taking action.

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Our plan in action

At Mount Royal University, our strategic plan, Vision 2030: Opening Minds and Changing Lives, is more than a document — it is a tool used to guide decision-making, shape campus initiatives and align efforts across the university — it is a commitment to supporting students, advancing knowledge and serving our communities. Across the campus, initiatives large and small are shaping the future of learning and helping bring our strategic goals to life.

The stories featured here highlight work happening across five strategic directions, demonstrating how MRU is responding to the evolving needs of learners and society. These stories reflect the creativity, care and collaboration of our campus community.

View the MRU Strategic Plan

Featured story

Dr. Tim Rahilly, PhD

MRU aviation program soars to new heights

MRU named post-secondary partner in multi-million dollar aviation announcement.

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By the numbers

2024/25 highlights

These numbers highlight areas where MRU expanded access, deepened engagement and invested in student success.

123 MRU undergrads

hired as research assistants through the centralized Research Office.

8,124 alumni

engaged through events, mentorship, volunteer opportunities, affinity programs and more.

13,319 attendees

at the 2025 Crowchild Classic.

1,193 registrations

during Inclusion Week 2025, an increase of 101% from 2024.

$12.1 million

in new commitments generated through philanthropy and community engagement initiatives.

2,100+ registrations

at Employee Wellness health-promotion events.

Mount Royal in action

These stories highlight how Mount Royal’s strategic directions and goals are implemented on campus and in the community. Learn more about the five directions and 10 goals in our Strategic Plan, Vision 2030: Opening Minds and Changing Lives.

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The future in practice

New tech boosts hands-on learning in Health Simulation Learning Centre.

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Scholarship leads to major sports award

Student combines personal passions with education abroad.

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MRU signs Recovery pledge

Supporting the personal recovery journeys of campus members.

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2025 Faculty Excellence Awards

Recognizing excellence in scholarly teaching, service and scholarship.

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MRU signs on to Buffalo Treaty

Agreement promotes restoration of vital cultural, spiritual symbol.

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Championing inclusive recreation

Kirsten Kirwer hustles to make sport meaningful for everyone.

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Expanding Alberta's aviation industry

Mount Royal’s aviation program is filling major gaps in the market.

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TVP and IPSE: Falling foward

Inclusive programs support success of students.

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A vision to educate more optometrists

MRU, University of Waterloo sign MOU to explore school of optometry.

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MRU joins RIC

Strengthening commitment to fair, community-driven research.

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New Research Chair in Aging

 AgeCare donation will fund research and innovative solutions.

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Research propels

Community drives chemistry grad towards a meaningful future.

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Record crowd at Crowchild Classic

More than 13,100 fans packed the 'Dome for annual match up.

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Planetary alignment celebrated at MRU

More than 1,000 attend Star Party to watch astronomical event.

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StartWork offers support, training

New model applies an outcomes procurement approach.