Alumni
E-News
Alumni
E-News is aimed at 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.
You will still receive your alumni magazine, the Agricola News,
by mail.
In this monthly, E-newsletter you'll find brief news items and
for many, a link to our alumni website for more detailed information.
Where are they now?
Here is your chance to let other alumni know where
you are and what you’re doing! Please send us an email at alumni@nsac.ca and
let us know what you’re up to – you just might be featured
in an upcoming issue of Alumni E-News. We look forward to hearing
from you! Please send along a picture if possible!
This month's profile features Mark
Dawson
Research:
 Graduate
student Gillian Fraser explores alternatives to antibiotic use in
livestock production. Today’s consumer is becoming increasingly
more aware of the “from the farm to your plate” process.
The emergence of antibiotic resistant bacteria and the potential
risk of chemical residues in food have caused increased public pressure
to reduce the use of feed-added antibiotics and chemical additives
in livestock production. More....
The Virtues of Fruit Wine:
A Different Twist on the French Paradox
 Consumers
have had increased awareness of the benefits of wine, especially
with the advent of the French Paradox. The French Paradox refers
to the connection between France’s low coronary heart disease
mortality rates and the regular consumption of red wine.
This increased interest in human health, nutrition
and disease prevention has enlarged consumer demand for functional
foods. These functional foods provide a health benefit that goes
beyond basic nutrition. More...
Events:
Atlantic Poultry Research Centre
The Atlantic Poultry Research Centre will officially
open on the NSAC campus, Wednesday, May 30th, 2007.
The Centre will provide teaching and research capabilities in all
phases of poultry production from hatching to value-added product
processing.
Alumni and members of the community are invited
to participate in a tour of the facility on Wednesday,
May 30th between 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. For more information
please contact Stephanie Rogers at srogers@nsac.ca or by phone
ar (902) 893-7247.
Rick's Weekend
The third annual "Ricks Weekend" is scheduled
for July 14th, 2007 at Gaskin's Chocolate River Motel and Campground
at 3471 Rte 114, Hopewell Cape, NB.
This site is where we met for lunch on Sunday last year before
returning home. There are a number of cottages as well as a campground
and restaurant. Contact info is as follows; Tel 506 734 1904, Fax
506 734 1918 and at www.sn2000.nb.ca.
The owners are Wayne and Donna Gaskin. Looking forward to seeing
all Woodsmen and friends on the 14th!
Click here for complete
article
Atlantic Universities Pub Night
A gathering for all Atlantic universities’ alumni
& friends
Thursday, June 7th 2007, 5pm
Opening band at 7:00 pm. Halifax’s finest “Clam
Chowder” at 9:00 pm
Location: Pier 21 in the Byward
Market, 111 Parent Avenue, Ottawa, ON
* Food and beverage specials
* Donation at the door
* Proceeds go to Christie Lake Kids Camp
For more information contact: atlanticupubnite@yahoo.ca
Upcoming Alumni Gatherings....
There will be a “mini” summer homecoming held on Thursday
July 26th to coincide with NSAC’s annual Open House and Agri-Golf
Classic. The NSAC Alumni Family Barbeque will be held in the Alumni
Gardens beginning at 4:00 p.m. Alumni will have the opportunity
to tour campus during our open house, visit with retired faculty
and staff and enjoy the grounds of campus. Class photos will also
be taken at this time. Please keep posted to our website for further
details as they develop and plan to attend this summer reunion.
Many NSAC alumni also attend the Agri-Golf
Classic to be held this year in Sussex, New Brunswick,
Friday, July 27th, Keep posted to the NSAC website and Alumni
E-News for further details as they develop.
Alumni Event planned for
Olds, Alberta
Jim Goit, Executive Director Development and Rob Gordon, Dean of
Research for NSAC will be hosting an informal NSAC alumni reception
at Olds College, June 7th, 2007. It will be in
the Olds College Faculty Centre beginning at 5:30 and will run
to about 7:00.
If you're in the area, come on over for a light
snack and talk about what's going on at NSAC. Rob has some really
interesting stories to tell about research at NSAC.
Development:
NSAC signs Agreement for
Insurance Affinity program
NSAC and TD Meloche Monnex are pleased to announce that they have
recently signed an agreement to provide a group insurance program
for alumni and staff of NSAC.
TD Meloche Monnex is Canada's leading provider of group home and
auto insurance and is the logical solution for members of select
professional and alumni groups. They offer an array of high-quality
home and auto insurance products and members can enjoy savings
through preferred group rates.
Additional details on the programs and incentives available will
be coming over the next weeks and months but you can check things
out now at the special NSAC section on the TD Meloche Monnex website
by clicking on the banner below, going to TDMelocheMonnex.com/nsac or
calling 1-800-339-1847.
NSAC is committed to providing additional value to being part of
NSAC and encourage you to consider TD Meloche Monnex for your insurance
needs.
Photo Caption: (L to R) Scott Grant, Manager,
Affinity Market Group, Jean R. Lachance, Chairman, Affinity Market
Group, Serge Godbout, Vice President, Affinity Market Group and
Jim Goit, Executive Director Development and External Relations,
NSAC.
NSAC Strategic Planning
As most of you are aware, NSAC has embarked on a
new phase of consultation as we develop our 2008 - 2013 strategic
plan, and we need our alumni to help with this. Strategic planning
is essential for the continued growth and success of NSAC. It engages
our entire community, both internal and external, in active dialogue
about our key issues, priorities and opportunities. The ultimate
goal of the strategic planning process is the development of a
common vision, helping us focus our collective efforts on a select
number of strategic priorities over the next five years as we work
towards the realization of NSAC's potential.
Please provide feedback by sending an e-mail directly
to our Strategic Planning Facilitator, Mr. Wayne Paquet, at wpaquet@nsac.ca.
Here are some questions we would ask you to consider:
1. What should our NSAC academic vision be - what
should our full slate of programs look like?
2. a) What do you see as our current areas of teaching
and research strength?
b) What new areas should we move into as an institution?
3. What are the most important areas of contribution
for NSAC in our local community?
4. Are there other institutional challenges that
should be addressed in the 2008-2013 Strategic Plan?
Thank you for your input.
Marketing On-Line Poll:
How environmentally friendly would you consider
yourself to be? Click
here to take our 5 second poll!
Last month's question: Have you
ever recommended NSAC to a potential student?
39% said Yes, but it was between one and five years
ago.
Complete results from April can be found here.
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