Good Morning,
Because of your special connection to the Mount, I would like to share some exciting news with you. Below is a media release announcing the Mount's 12th President & Vice-Chancellor.
Kindest regards,
Jone E. Mitchell, CFRE
Associate Vice-President, Advancement
Mount Saint Vincent University
166 Bedford Highway
Halifax NS B3M 2J6
(contact info available upon request)
MEDIA RELEASE
Dr. Ramona Lumpkin to become Mount Saint Vincent University President
April 27, 2010, Halifax, NS - Mount Saint Vincent University’s Board of Governors is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Ramona Lumpkin as 12th President and Vice-Chancellor of the Mount effective October 1, 2010.
Dr. Ramona Lumpkin is a highly respected academic and administrative leader with over 25 years in the educational field. Since 2001 she has been the Principal of Huron University College, an undergraduate liberal arts institution affiliated with the University of Western Ontario, where she is the first woman leader in the College's 147-year history. She is responsible for setting strategic direction, internal and external constituent relations, and fundraising.
“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Lumpkin to the Mount. She has a solid record of building positive relationships with students, faculty, staff and supporters, including alumnae. We are confident she will continue to advance the Mount as a dynamic and innovative institution,” said Catherine Woodman, Chair of the Mount’s Board of Governors. “Dr. Lumpkin brings leadership experience from roles at Huron and Royal Roads University and her passion for education, lifelong learning and community service will be a perfect fit for the Mount community.”
“Mount Saint Vincent University has a reputation for academic excellence and a commitment to the advancement of women and these are two of my passions,” said Dr. Lumpkin. “I am delighted to be moving to Nova Scotia and becoming part of the Mount community.”
Prior to Huron University College, Dr. Lumpkin served as Vice President Academic and Provost of Royal Roads University and during her tenure over 20 new degree and certificate programs were introduced and enrolment was significantly increased.
Dr. Lumpkin joined Royal Roads from University of Windsor, where she was Dean of Continuing Education, Director of the Division for Instructional Development, and an Associate Professor in the School of Dramatic Arts. She holds a PhD in English Literature from the University of Kentucky and is a former Fulbright Scholar to England.
Throughout her career, Dr. Lumpkin has been actively engaged in women’s studies, in advocacy on behalf of women’s issue, and in promoting the role of women in higher education.
Active in community life, she has been a volunteer with various not-for-profit organizations, most recently Big Sisters of London, Ontario.
Dr. Lumpkin was inducted as an Honorary Life Member of both the Canadian Association for University Continuing Education, and the Ontario Council of Universities for Lifelong Learning, in recognition of her commitment to lifelong education.
Dr. Lumpkin will work closely with Dr. McDonough, Interim President and Vice-Chancellor until September 30th, the Mount’s leadership team and the Board of Governors to ensure an effective and smooth transition of responsibilities.
“Exciting things are happening at the Mount and Dr. Lumpkin’s leadership will ensure the university continues to prepare thoughtful and engaged students. The Mount community will be well served by her energy, passion and skills,” said Alexa McDonough, Interim President and Vice-Chancellor. “I look forward to working with Dr. Lumpkin in the coming months.”
“On behalf of the Board and members of the Mount community, I want to acknowledge Alexa McDonough for her leadership, for continuing to advance the university’s strategic plan, and for underscoring the Mount’s commitment to social justice,” said Ms. Woodman. “Dr. McDonough, an Honorary Doctorate from the Mount, will continue to be advocate for the Mount and role model for our students and all members of the Mount community.”
Dr. Lumpkin’s bio and photo are available on msvu.ca
About Mount Saint Vincent University
Recognized as a leader in flexible education, applied research, and a personalized approach to education, Mount Saint Vincent University is nationally recognized among undergraduate universities in Canada for our success in Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council grants and for having one of the lowest student-to-professor ratios. The Mount is committed to providing the best university experience for all members of our community and to developing thoughtful, engaged citizens who make a positive impact on their world. For additional information about the University, visit msvu.ca.
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Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Social Media - PR's Great Opportunity
This is my first blog. I've been avoiding this posting for several weeks and my reasons are good. What if I don't have anything meaningful to say? Or what if I violate "the rules"? This whole world of social media is scary stuff when you've hit your fourth decade and you feel sandwiched between what feels comfortable, and what you need to know.
To help remedy my deficiency, I decided to participate in an after-work presentation called Social Media - PR's Great Opportunity, sponsored by my local chapter of IABC. The speaker was Joe Thornley, a guy from a PR company in Ottawa called Thornley Fallis. After defining social media, he introduced us to his Social Media Presence on his blog, Twitter, Del.icio.us, Dopplr, Flickr, youTube, Tumblr and of course, Facebook. The introduction to these sites was interesting at best, but how much of my time were they really worth?
As Thornley began to demonstrate how people have applied these tools to inform, convey or persuade, an internal "urgency alarm" sounded inside. Here are some examples:
And the risks? By putting your thoughts out there, you are inviting input and you need to be open to public criticism - not everyone is going to agree with you. (Gulp.) You will make mistakes and people will know what you do, and where to find you.
I encourage you to see Joe Thornley speak if the opportunity presents itself. The value I gained in less than an hour was not so much the information, but the courage to act, and write a posting for this blog. Now it's your turn. Respond and then consider becoming a contributing author.
Social Media Resources:
Books - Cluetrain Manifesto, Naked Conversations and The New Rules of Marketing and PR.
Hear Joe Thornley's colleagues speak at the Social Media Summit Canada.
For a powerpoint copy of Thornley's presentation, feel free to email me at crenner (at) juiceinc (dot) com.
Crista Renner was at Mount Saint Vincent from 1986-1988. Currently she resides in Guelph, Ontario where she is a founding partner of Juice Inc., a consulting company that works with organizations to energize employees through more effective conversations.
If you are interested in being a contributing author to this blog, please leave a comment and we will be in touch!
To help remedy my deficiency, I decided to participate in an after-work presentation called Social Media - PR's Great Opportunity, sponsored by my local chapter of IABC. The speaker was Joe Thornley, a guy from a PR company in Ottawa called Thornley Fallis. After defining social media, he introduced us to his Social Media Presence on his blog, Twitter, Del.icio.us, Dopplr, Flickr, youTube, Tumblr and of course, Facebook. The introduction to these sites was interesting at best, but how much of my time were they really worth?
As Thornley began to demonstrate how people have applied these tools to inform, convey or persuade, an internal "urgency alarm" sounded inside. Here are some examples:
- Michael Geist, a columnist from Ottawa mobilized a Facebook Group of 40,000 people and thwarted the introduction of a copyright bill that could have been a sell-out to US and lobbyist demands.
- Eager to find the latest stats on the number of active blogs and posts on the web each day, Thornley posted a question on Twitter and within minutes received the information he was looking for.
- One-third of all Canadians now have a Facebook account. Using their advertising feature, I can instantly target people within my demographic to promote my company's training programs.
- del.icio.us is my favorite tool, and the one I use most. (My handle is seedgirl). When I need information I use the search feature and "connect" with people who have similar interests. I seem to find a lot of research quickly, and I get information that I don't find with google. It also allows me to sort bookmarks so I can access information quickly. Thornley - the PR Guy - made a credible connection with a Globe & Mail writer using this tool.
And the risks? By putting your thoughts out there, you are inviting input and you need to be open to public criticism - not everyone is going to agree with you. (Gulp.) You will make mistakes and people will know what you do, and where to find you.
I encourage you to see Joe Thornley speak if the opportunity presents itself. The value I gained in less than an hour was not so much the information, but the courage to act, and write a posting for this blog. Now it's your turn. Respond and then consider becoming a contributing author.
Social Media Resources:
Books - Cluetrain Manifesto, Naked Conversations and The New Rules of Marketing and PR.
Hear Joe Thornley's colleagues speak at the Social Media Summit Canada.
For a powerpoint copy of Thornley's presentation, feel free to email me at crenner (at) juiceinc (dot) com.
Crista Renner was at Mount Saint Vincent from 1986-1988. Currently she resides in Guelph, Ontario where she is a founding partner of Juice Inc., a consulting company that works with organizations to energize employees through more effective conversations.
If you are interested in being a contributing author to this blog, please leave a comment and we will be in touch!
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Coming to Dinner??? Andre Mazerolle
This is the third in a series of informal mini-introductions coming up over the next couple of weeks to keep the upcoming Dinner with 12 Strangers top of mind with you.
I encourage you to head to Andre Mazerolle's company website to read his biography. It is located at: http://www.mintzca.com/index.php?section=/Bios/amazerolle_bio.
Andre is a great reason why we could all benefit from activating our alumnae network in the GTA. The consulting firm that he is with is one of the best in the city. He has great personal marketing experience including running his own firm called Red Beard (Andre - my firm could have been called Red Head, but now regrettablly, former red head :) He is also active in a number of associations, so is probably very knowledgeable about how to get things done in this town.
He is interested in this event to network -- both social and business. "That shared experience ... time at MSVU and Nova Scotia, will make networking more enjoyable," says Andre.
The goal of these intros is start the process of building our network in Toronto (use it or lose!).
Who are the folks that you are still in touch with from the Mount?? Have an email for them? Contact them now, even if they are not in Toronto, maybe they know another Mount Alum who does live in Toronto? Don't have an email address? Google them or look them up on Facebook or http://www.linkedin.com/ . Have them go grab the RSS feed or subscribe to the email list at the blog: http://msvutorontoalumnae.blogspot.com/ or send me an email at mgcayley (at) hotmail (dot) com.
If you are interested in being a contributing author to this blog, please leave a comment and we will be in touch!Wednesday, November 21, 2007
MSVU Toronto Public Relations Grads - Job Posting
You might be interested:
Sobeys
Director of Corporate Communications
Senior Level
Part Time Permanent Staff Position
Job Description
Sobeys has an exceptional opportunity for a Director of Corporate Communications within the National Communications & Corporate Affairs Department. With exposure to the CEO, this role provides critical internal communications support to the organization in addition to providing external public relations counsel and support for select Company-wide initiatives. The breakdown between internal and external responsibilities would be approximately 70/30.As a key member of the Company’s Communications team, the successful candidate will:• Work with senior leadership, including the CEO, providing communications counsel and lead the development and execution of national internal communications strategies to support the Company's business strategy• Provide change management communications counsel and support to the organization to help advance the Company’s business strategy • Manage multiple communication projects from development to implementation• Put processes in place to evaluate communication effectiveness and manage the feedback process• Ensure timely and accurate administration and content development of internal and external web-based communication tools.• Develop and/or edit written documents and presentations to support the Company's goals and objectives including content and coordination of newsletters, brochures, manuals, web site and other internal communications• Work with the Company’s regional communications teams to advance programs and communications that are national in scope
Location
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Qualifications
• Track record of progressively senior strategic corporate communications/public affairs experience, particularly as it relates to implementing innovative communication programs designed for internal / employee audiences• Proven ability to deliver over the course of 8 or more years of relevant work experience• Ability to counsel and support executive leadership up to and including the CEO• Ability to think and act strategically, while playing a hands-on role in the development of communication tools/materials• Familiarity with the news media• Exceptional writing, editing, proofing and researching skills• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills• Detail-oriented• Excellent organizational, time management and project management skills• Ability to build partnerships, set and manage priorities and meet deadlines, all within a multi-tasking environment• Ability to deal with diverse groups of people with diplomacy and tact• Experience with electronic media, particularly web publishing an asset• Bilingualism an asset• Previous communications in a retail-oriented environment an assetInterested candidates are encouraged to apply online by following clicking here
Contact Information for Position
Contact:
Nicole FougereSobeys1680 Tech AveMississauga ON L4W 5S9E-Mail: nicole.fougere@sobeys.comWeb-Site: http://sobeys.cvmanager.com/careers/home.asp?region=nt&lang=e&call=viewjob&jobid=2422
Listing to be posted until: 12/14/2007
If you are interested in being a contributing author to this blog, please leave a comment and we will be in touch!
Sobeys
Director of Corporate Communications
Senior Level
Part Time Permanent Staff Position
Job Description
Sobeys has an exceptional opportunity for a Director of Corporate Communications within the National Communications & Corporate Affairs Department. With exposure to the CEO, this role provides critical internal communications support to the organization in addition to providing external public relations counsel and support for select Company-wide initiatives. The breakdown between internal and external responsibilities would be approximately 70/30.As a key member of the Company’s Communications team, the successful candidate will:• Work with senior leadership, including the CEO, providing communications counsel and lead the development and execution of national internal communications strategies to support the Company's business strategy• Provide change management communications counsel and support to the organization to help advance the Company’s business strategy • Manage multiple communication projects from development to implementation• Put processes in place to evaluate communication effectiveness and manage the feedback process• Ensure timely and accurate administration and content development of internal and external web-based communication tools.• Develop and/or edit written documents and presentations to support the Company's goals and objectives including content and coordination of newsletters, brochures, manuals, web site and other internal communications• Work with the Company’s regional communications teams to advance programs and communications that are national in scope
Location
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Qualifications
• Track record of progressively senior strategic corporate communications/public affairs experience, particularly as it relates to implementing innovative communication programs designed for internal / employee audiences• Proven ability to deliver over the course of 8 or more years of relevant work experience• Ability to counsel and support executive leadership up to and including the CEO• Ability to think and act strategically, while playing a hands-on role in the development of communication tools/materials• Familiarity with the news media• Exceptional writing, editing, proofing and researching skills• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills• Detail-oriented• Excellent organizational, time management and project management skills• Ability to build partnerships, set and manage priorities and meet deadlines, all within a multi-tasking environment• Ability to deal with diverse groups of people with diplomacy and tact• Experience with electronic media, particularly web publishing an asset• Bilingualism an asset• Previous communications in a retail-oriented environment an assetInterested candidates are encouraged to apply online by following clicking here
Contact Information for Position
Contact:
Nicole FougereSobeys1680 Tech AveMississauga ON L4W 5S9E-Mail: nicole.fougere@sobeys.comWeb-Site: http://sobeys.cvmanager.com/careers/home.asp?region=nt&lang=e&call=viewjob&jobid=2422
Listing to be posted until: 12/14/2007
If you are interested in being a contributing author to this blog, please leave a comment and we will be in touch!
Monday, November 5, 2007
Its Been a Long, Long Time Coming! Join for Greek Christmas Dinner?
Well I can not believe that it has been so long since the last post. Apologies.
I was thinking maybe six or 12 posts a year when I started out. Will definitely try to do better in the months ahead.
My family and I were in France for the summer while I did my MBA and it was a crazy first half leading up to that.
I attended the Sept. 30th Toronto Chapter Alum meeting and here are a couple of the highlights:
The Mount is launching a new Capital campaign for a Teaching, Learning and Research Centre to be built behind the Seton Centre. We'll get more details on that in the coming months.
On Dec. 2 I am hosting the next Alum meeting at my house and we will all be heading down to the Danforth for some great Greek food afterwards. Send me an email to mgcayley (at) hotmail (dot) com if you are interested in joining.
I am hoping that this get together might be a kick off for more dinners together. Take a sec and google Dinner with 12 Strangers. This is a proven program that helps build alum networks at Universities all over the world. M.S.V.U. has about 1000 alum in Toronto, why not see if we can build some connections between us?
The idea is simple. 12 people come together, sit down to dinner as strangers and walk away as friends. Do you want to put a dinner together in your area? Make a comment or drop me an email.
If you are interested in being a contributing author to this blog, please leave a comment and we will be in touch!
I was thinking maybe six or 12 posts a year when I started out. Will definitely try to do better in the months ahead.
My family and I were in France for the summer while I did my MBA and it was a crazy first half leading up to that.
I attended the Sept. 30th Toronto Chapter Alum meeting and here are a couple of the highlights:
The Mount is launching a new Capital campaign for a Teaching, Learning and Research Centre to be built behind the Seton Centre. We'll get more details on that in the coming months.
On Dec. 2 I am hosting the next Alum meeting at my house and we will all be heading down to the Danforth for some great Greek food afterwards. Send me an email to mgcayley (at) hotmail (dot) com if you are interested in joining.
I am hoping that this get together might be a kick off for more dinners together. Take a sec and google Dinner with 12 Strangers. This is a proven program that helps build alum networks at Universities all over the world. M.S.V.U. has about 1000 alum in Toronto, why not see if we can build some connections between us?
The idea is simple. 12 people come together, sit down to dinner as strangers and walk away as friends. Do you want to put a dinner together in your area? Make a comment or drop me an email.
If you are interested in being a contributing author to this blog, please leave a comment and we will be in touch!
Monday, November 20, 2006
What to do? What to do? What 2Do?
Hey ... so a few months back, during the course of work, I noticed the feature on business networking site LinkedIn that let's you find people who went to your school.
I surfed around there for a bit and came across an old friend that I had completely lost touch with. We have exchanged some email, caught up on family & biz info and she has introduced me to a colleague of her's that lives around the corner from me.
Not too long later I received an invitation to a MSVU alum event at the Bata Shoe Museum. I went, drank a few glasses of wine with a bunch of people I had never met before, but who had gone to the Mount and had a pretty good time.
And a couple of weeks ago I ran into someone from the Mount in the subway. Someone who I knew, though we never really travelled in the same circles while we were at school, but who apparently lives about four blocks from me ... I was supposed to text my email addie to her, but I screwed up when I tried to save her phone number.
Anywhoo ... apparently there are about 700 MSVU alum in the GTA. So this blog is a bit of a flyer to see who is out there, start to generate some conversation and see what happens.
I went recently to a couple of the Toronto Alumnae Association meetings. As you probabably have envisioned, these meetings are steep with the history of the Mount. There is a small group of women who have been involved for years. What strikes me most about the group dynamics is that you have a group who come from a very wide variety of backgrounds, yet who are connected in someway. Over the years they appear to have shared a part of their lives.
This seems valuable to me.
I would appreciate it if you forward this around to anyone who went to the Mount so that we can eventually spread it virally to as many in Toronto as possible.
Take care.
If you are interested in being a contributing author to this blog, please leave a comment at we will be in touch!
I surfed around there for a bit and came across an old friend that I had completely lost touch with. We have exchanged some email, caught up on family & biz info and she has introduced me to a colleague of her's that lives around the corner from me.
Not too long later I received an invitation to a MSVU alum event at the Bata Shoe Museum. I went, drank a few glasses of wine with a bunch of people I had never met before, but who had gone to the Mount and had a pretty good time.
And a couple of weeks ago I ran into someone from the Mount in the subway. Someone who I knew, though we never really travelled in the same circles while we were at school, but who apparently lives about four blocks from me ... I was supposed to text my email addie to her, but I screwed up when I tried to save her phone number.
Anywhoo ... apparently there are about 700 MSVU alum in the GTA. So this blog is a bit of a flyer to see who is out there, start to generate some conversation and see what happens.
I went recently to a couple of the Toronto Alumnae Association meetings. As you probabably have envisioned, these meetings are steep with the history of the Mount. There is a small group of women who have been involved for years. What strikes me most about the group dynamics is that you have a group who come from a very wide variety of backgrounds, yet who are connected in someway. Over the years they appear to have shared a part of their lives.
This seems valuable to me.
I would appreciate it if you forward this around to anyone who went to the Mount so that we can eventually spread it virally to as many in Toronto as possible.
Take care.
If you are interested in being a contributing author to this blog, please leave a comment at we will be in touch!
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