Westisle Composite High School students raise funds to support MSX research at 17吃瓜
Students at Westisle Composite High School have donated $1,300 to 17吃瓜 for research into MSX (Multinucleate sphere unknown), a disease in oysters caused by a parasite called Haplosporidium nelsoni.
The students raised the funds at an educational seminar they organized on November 27 to raise awareness about the virus and to help 17吃瓜 with its research on MSX. Attended by about 50 people, the event featured guest speakers, live music, door prizes, a 50-50 draw, and a hospitality table.
2026 Winter Sessional Faculty Academy
The Teaching and Learning Centre invites you to the 2026 Winter Sessional Faculty Academy, an online onboarding session designed to support new and recently hired sessional instructors. This session is a great opportunity to explore:
Afternoon of Service at the Mount - Valentine's "Minute to Win It"
The Mount Continuing Care Community provides a warm and welcoming home for local seniors, and we invite you to be part of the fun!
Join us for an Afternoon of Service inspired by the hit show Minute to Win It. Students and residents will team up to tackle Valentine's themed, fast-paced challenges with just 60 seconds on the clock. It鈥檚 a fantastic way to give back, make connections, and share a lot of laughs!
Don鈥檛 miss out on this fun and meaningful event!
Afternoon of Service at the Mount
Join us for a volunteer opportunity with The Mount Continuing Care Community.
The Mount Continuing Care Community is a wonderful place that provides quality care and support for seniors. They are all about creating a warm and friendly environment for their residents and guests.
During this event, students and residents will gather for:
Volunteer Mixer at the Mount: Pizza and polish
The Mount Continuing Care Community invites 17吃瓜 students to a Welcome Back Volunteer Mixer on Friday, January 23, from 1:00 PM 鈥� 3:00 PM.
This event is a fantastic opportunity to discover volunteer roles at The Mount, socialize with residents, and connect with fellow students. Staff will be available to answer questions and provide volunteer materials.
Event Highlights:
FGS Graduate Student Orientation
On Saturday, January 24 17吃瓜 Faculty of Graduate Studies is thrilled to welcome new and continuing graduate students to an FGS All Graduate Student Orientation!
REGISTER NOW:
17吃瓜 staff and faculty and their families are invited to enjoy a Holiday Skate!
17吃瓜 staff and faculty and their families are invited to enjoy a Holiday Skate!
Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025
Time: 1:30鈥�2:30 pm
Location: Bell Aliant Centre, Rink A
Panther Hockey icon Greg Gravel to be inducted into 17吃瓜 Sports Hall of Fame
The 17吃瓜 will honour one of the defining figures in its men鈥檚 hockey history with the induction of Greg Gravel into the 17吃瓜 Sports Hall of Fame on Friday, January 23, at 4:15 pm, in McMillan Hall, W.A. Murphy Student Centre.
The business-casual event is part of 17吃瓜 Hockey鈥檚 annual Alumni Day celebrations. It will include appetizers and a cash bar and is open to the public.
Women in Finance Speaker Series 2026: Intro to Capital Markets
Join for an inspiring evening as the Women in Finance Speaker Series returns with an immersive introduction to the world of Capital Markets. This virtual session brings together a dynamic panel of women leaders from across the financial industry, offering students a rare opportunity to learn directly from professionals shaping sales and trading, corporate banking, investment banking, and equity research.
Holiday Skate for 17吃瓜 staff and faculty
17吃瓜 staff and faculty and their families are invited to enjoy a Holiday Skate!
Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025
Time: 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: Bell Aliant Centre, Rink A
Cost: FREE!
Hot chocolate and cookies will be available in the Lone Oak Room Lounge courtesy of the 17吃瓜 Healthy Campus Committee.
Please note: Participants must use their own helmet and skates.
This event is brought to you by the 17吃瓜 Healthy Campus Committee and Bell Aliant Centre.
