Contribution to Student Life Recognized at NSAC's Graduation Banquet

Nova Scotia Agricultural College will celebrate its 106th Convocation ceremony on Friday May 6th, 2011 at 2:00 pm in the Langille Athletic Centre with 236 students scheduled to participate.

Celebrations begin today, Thursday, May 5th at 5:30 pm with a Baccalaureate Service in Cumming Hall followed by the Graduation Banquet at 6:00 pm in Jenkins Hall.   The banquet is a highlight of graduation celebrations and provides an opportunity for members of the graduating class to be recognized with student leadership awards.  Ms. Nancy McLean, NSAC professor and recipient of the Student Appreciation Award will be the Banquet speaker.

Distinction Awards will be presented to Nicole Lefebvre, Cole Harbour, NS; Hannah Maynard, Tyne Valley, PE and Nathan Murray, Borden-Carleton, PE.

NSAC's system of Distinction Awards is designed to express NSAC=s acknowledgment and appreciation to graduating students who have, through their time, energy, talent and leadership, enriched the campus community during their studies at NSAC without neglecting academic pursuits. Recipients are recognized for contributions made through their involvement over time in multiple activities, including, but not limited to, student government, campus activities, community service, sport and recreation, internationalization, or other campus programs.

A Distinction Award is given based on the totality of a student=s contribution to NSAC. Students graduating from all NSAC programs are eligible for these Awards.

“The Distinction Award recipients have contributed significantly to both the campus and the surrounding community through their involvement with student government, leadership in a variety of campus programs and many community service activities,” said Associate Vice President for Students Ms, Keltie Jones.  “We are proud of their accomplishments."

The Class of 2011 will present the traditional class composite to the university during the Banquet and will also present a bench, constructed by members of the Class, for use along the new Cobequid Trail running through campus. 

For a complete Convocation schedule please visit nsac.ca/convocation. The ceremony will also be webcast at http://nsac.convocation.tv

NSAC is a specialized university that cultivates learning and research, focusing on improving and sustaining our environment for the health and well-being of society.