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Social Committee Ice Cream Social
Arts/Entertainment
When: Thursday, August 13 from 12:30 - 2:30 (or until the ice cream runs out!),
Where: Tweedie Hall,
Join us for ice cream and good company. This casual gathering is a chance to catch up with colleagues, meet new faces, and enjoy a summer treat together.
Organization: UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASWSQ.
Thursday, August 13, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Wallace McCain Student Centre Tweedie Hall, Wallace McCain Student Centre Terrace.
Jummah Prayers
Information Session
Weekly Jummah Prayers for Muslim Students and members of the Muslim Community. For info, contact muslimstudentsociety@mta.ca.
Event Locator: 2026-AASSVM. Organization: MtA Spiritual Care.
Friday, August 14, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Manning Multi-faith Room.
Jummah Prayers
Information Session
Weekly Jummah Prayers for Muslim Students and members of the Muslim Community. For info, contact muslimstudentsociety@mta.ca.
Event Locator: 2026-AASSVM. Organization: MtA Spiritual Care.
Friday, August 21, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Manning Multi-faith Room.
Jummah Prayers
Information Session
Weekly Jummah Prayers for Muslim Students and members of the Muslim Community. For info, contact muslimstudentsociety@mta.ca.
Event Locator: 2026-AASSVM. Organization: MtA Spiritual Care.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Manning Multi-faith Room.
Entrepreneurship Summer Showcase
Career Development
Join us for the Summer Entrepreneurship Showcase and discover what Mount Allison's Summer Entrepreneurship students have been building, creating, and growing over the past few months.
Meet the student entrepreneurs, hear about their experiences, and explore a wide variety of ventures—from operating a paddleboard and kayak rental business, to growing and selling microgreens at the farmers' market, providing knife-sharpening services to local restaurants, promoting a children's book, and much more.
Organization: CAREER SERVICES. Event Locator: 2026-AASXHX.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Avard Dixon Room 118.
Finding a Job in Canada
Career Development
This session is for international students interested in learning how to search for jobs in and around Sackville. We'll look at sample resumes, job postings from local places that might be hiring, and talk about what to expect when applying for employment.
What to expect in one of our workshops:
In an informal setting, we’ll chat about what you need to know in order to support your career development, and why it matters in a real life context.
, We always share relatable examples and templates, and discuss how situations vary for different fields.
, We’ll send you the slides we used after the workshop, so you don’t have to take notes, but you’re welcome to ask questions any time.
, You can bring your laptop come prepared with your existing materials, and if there’s time, we’ll give you individual feedback, or you can also just sit and listen—no judgement.
, We often have snacks to share... ??
, Bring a friend, if you like, and walk out a little more confident in your career… .
Event Locator: 2026-AASTBS. Organization: CAREER SERVICES.
Thursday, September 3, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Sir James Dunn Room 106.
Jummah Prayers
Information Session
Weekly Jummah Prayers for Muslim Students and members of the Muslim Community. For info, contact muslimstudentsociety@mta.ca.
Event Locator: 2026-AASSVM. Organization: MtA Spiritual Care.
Friday, September 4, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Manning Multi-faith Room.
Drop-in Resume Review
Career Development
Drop by the Avard Dixon lounge with a copy of your resume to have it reviewed for content, structure/format, and professionalism. We're happy to provide feedback to spruce it up for future job applications, and answer any questions you might have!
All students are welcome to drop by, but heads up, Accounting students: this is a prime opportunity to prepare your resume for the Accounting Career Fair on September 18!
Organization: CAREER SERVICES. Event Locator: 2026-AASSXZ.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Jummah Prayers
Information Session
Weekly Jummah Prayers for Muslim Students and members of the Muslim Community. For info, contact muslimstudentsociety@mta.ca.
Event Locator: 2026-AASSVM. Organization: MtA Spiritual Care.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Manning Multi-faith Room.
Faculty Gala Concert
Music
We launch the 2026-27 season with a concert featuring performances by faculty members of the Department of Music. Admission is free; all are welcome. For more information call 506-364-2374 or email music@mta.ca.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASWSR.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Master of Science defence: SunMin Park
Lecture/Guest Speaker
All are welcome to attend the public talk provided by SunMin Park, MSc candidate in Chemistry, ahead of the MSc defence, from 2pm to 2:30pm on Monday September 14th. SunMin's thesis is entitled "Characterizing GPR52 signaling in sucralose-mediated gut cell death" and the presentation will be offered in hybrid format -- in-person in the Cragg Centre (Barclay 215) and online via MS Teams.
Organization: DEANS' OFFICE. Event Locator: 2026-AASWZB.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Resume & Cover Letter Workshop
Career Development
You need a professional resume and cover letter for internship and job applications, and this session will help you optimize these essential documents. Whether you have never written a resume or cover letter or are looking for tips to improve, this workshop is designed to help you understand the components of a resume and how to effectively target your resume and cover letter to engage employers. We'll talk about how (and how not to) use AI. Bring a copy of your resume or cover letter to work on, or learn what you need to build them!
What to expect in one of our workshops:
In an informal setting, we’ll chat about what you need to know in order to support your career development, and why it matters in a real-life context.
, We always share relatable examples and templates, and discuss how situations vary for different fields.
, We’ll send you the slides we use after the workshop, so you don’t have to take notes, but you’re welcome to ask questions any time.
, You can bring your laptop and… .
Event Locator: 2026-AASTKX. Organization: CAREER SERVICES.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Crabtree Room M10.
Colloquium: Elizabeth Wells
Music
Faculty members Elizabeth Wells and Christina Haldane (soprano), MtA Alumni Branden Olsen (voice), and Carl Phillipe Gionet (piano), present a lecture-recital and workshop on voice and Stephen Sondheim. Admission is free; all are welcome. For more information call 506-364-2374 or email music@mta.ca.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASXFD.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Academic CV Workshop
Career Development
Academic CV Workshop - Part of our Grad School Application Series,
Thinking about applying for Grad School? In this workshop, you will learn how to create and update your Academic CV. We'll discuss the difference between a Resume and CV, and walk through all the particulars that you'll want to include in this important comprehensive document.
What to expect in one of our workshops:
In an informal setting, we’ll chat about what you need to know in order to support your grad school application.
, We always share relatable examples and templates, and discuss how situations vary for different fields.
, We’ll send you the slides we use after the workshop, so you don’t have to take notes, but you’re welcome to ask questions any time.
, You can bring your laptop and come prepared with your existing materials, and if there’s time, we’ll give you individual feedback, or you can also just sit and take it in—no judgement.
, Bring a friend, if you like, and you’ll both walk out a little more…
Event Locator: 2026-AASTLR. Organization: CAREER SERVICES.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Wallace McCain Student Centre Room 288.
Jummah Prayers
Information Session
Weekly Jummah Prayers for Muslim Students and members of the Muslim Community. For info, contact muslimstudentsociety@mta.ca.
Event Locator: 2026-AASSVM. Organization: MtA Spiritual Care.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Manning Multi-faith Room.
Guest Recital
Music
Guest Recital: Lucía Rodríguez (violin), Eliézer Rangel (viola), Chris Yoon (cello), and James Coghlin (piano), present an evening of chamber music piano quartets by three great masters of the genre: Mahler, Schumann, and Brahms. Tickets are $15/$10. Free for current students with Mount Allison ID. Subscription passes available. For more information call 506-364-2374 or email music@mta.ca.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASXFF.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Personal Statements
Career Development
Personal Statements - Part of our Grad School Application Series,
Applying for Grad School? This session is designed to help students craft compelling and effective personal statements for graduate programs, fellowship applications, and other academic and funding opportunities.
Learn how to articulate your experiences, goals, and motivations in a clear and engaging manner. Gain insights on structuring your narrative, highlighting your strengths, and avoiding common pitfalls. Whether you’re just starting to write or looking to polish your draft, this workshop will provide the tools and strategies you need to create a standout personal statement.
What to expect in one of our workshops:
In an informal setting, we’ll chat about what you need to know in order to support your grad school application.
, We always share relatable examples and templates, and discuss how situations vary for different fields.
, We’ll send you the slides we use after the workshop, so you don’t have to take notes, but…
Event Locator: 2026-AASTLQ. Organization: CAREER SERVICES.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Wallace McCain Student Centre Room 288.
Colloquium: Louise Toppin
Music
Dr. Louise Toppin from the University of Michigan presents a talk on Western art music by African American composers, and practical tools for engaging with this repertoire through performance, scholarship, and embodied vocal practice. Admission is free; all are welcome. For more information call 506-364-2374 or email music@mta.ca.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASXFG.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Dean's List and Departmental Awards
Information Session
This event will celebrate student achievements from the 2025-2026 academic year.
Students who are on the Dean’s List will receive a direct email about the event with an rsvp (please contact Lois Wood lwood@mta.ca if you do not receive your invitation). Students receiving departmental awards will be contacted by that academic department.
Organization: DEANS' OFFICE. Event Locator: 2025-AASJKB.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Convocation Hall Auditorium, Convocation Hall Gold Room, Convocation Hall Stage, Convocation Hall Foyer.
Finding a Grad School Supervisor
Career Development
Finding a Grad School Supervisor - Part of our Grad School Application Series
One of the most important steps in applying for Grad School is finding a supervisor to work with. In this workshop, led by Director of Research Partnerships, Dr. Greg Sandala, you’ll get some tips on finding and reaching out to supervisors at other institutions, what to ask, what to share, and you’ll also hear some suggestions for securing funding.
What to expect in one of our workshops:
In an informal setting, we’ll chat about what you need to know in order to support your career development, and why it matters in a real-life context.
, We always share relatable examples and templates, and discuss how situations vary for different fields.
, We’ll send you the slides we use after the workshop, so you don’t have to take notes, but you’re welcome to ask questions any time.
, You can bring your laptop and come prepared with your existing materials, and if there’s time, we’ll give you individual feedback, or you…
Event Locator: 2026-AASTLP. Organization: CAREER SERVICES.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Wallace McCain Student Centre Room 288.
Jummah Prayers
Information Session
Weekly Jummah Prayers for Muslim Students and members of the Muslim Community. For info, contact muslimstudentsociety@mta.ca.
Event Locator: 2026-AASSVM. Organization: MtA Spiritual Care.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Manning Multi-faith Room.
SuRF Summer Student Research Fair
Career Development
SuRF Summer Student Research Fair on Sept 25th in Tweedie,
Of interest to the whole campus community -- all are welcome to drop in to the Student Summer Research Fair (SuRF) on Friday September 25th from 3:30pm to 6:30pm in Tweedie Hall.
Posters and displays from student researchers in Science, Fine Arts, Health, Social Science, and Humanities will be featured. Stop by to learn about, support, and celebrate student research successes from this past summer. ,
Light refreshments will be served and door prizes available to be won!
Contact: research@mta.ca.
Organization: RESEARCH OFFICE. Event Locator: 2026-AASSVL.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Wallace McCain Student Centre Tweedie Hall.
Guest Recital: Acadia Trio
Music
A trio of faculty and staff members from Acadia University present an all-Canadian program featuring works by Dorothy Chang (BC), and other works by Paolo Griffen (Ontario), Carmen Braden (NWT), Denis Bedard (Que.) The program also features a brand-new piece for saxophone and electric guitar by MtA Faculty member Amy Brandon (NS). Tickets are $15/$10. Free for current students with Mount Allison ID. Subscription passes available. For more information call 506-364-2374 or email music@mta.ca.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASXFJ.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Early Music Colloquium
Music
"Music Adjacent Careers: How the Arts Interact with Other Industries." Sackville Festival of Early Music and Mount Allison Music co-present a public speaking event by soprano and musicologist, Dr. Paulina Franciso.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASWTR.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Jummah Prayers
Information Session
Weekly Jummah Prayers for Muslim Students and members of the Muslim Community. For info, contact muslimstudentsociety@mta.ca.
Event Locator: 2026-AASSVM. Organization: MtA Spiritual Care.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Manning Multi-faith Room.
Early Music Recital
Music
Sackville Festival of Early Music presents a recital in Brunton Auditorium. For program and ticket information, see Sackville Festival of Early Music website.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASXDZ.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Early Music Recital
Music
Sackville Festival of Early Music presents a recital in Brunton Auditorium. For program and ticket information, see Sackville Festival of Early Music website.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASXFB.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Early Music Recital
Music
Sackville Festival of Early Music presents a recital in Brunton Auditorium. For program and ticket information, see Sackville Festival of Early Music website.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASXFC.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Money Matters Workshop
Career Development
Want to reduce your anxiety around money and increase your confidence in managing your finances? This introductory financial literacy workshop starts with the basics, and will help you understand your finances. Money Matters is a workshop offered in partnership with ABC Life Learning, the Government of Canada, and TD Bank Group as part of Mount Allison’s Career Week.
Learning Outcomes:
Budgeting – Estimate costs and manage financial resources effectively.
, Decision Making – Make sound decisions based on relevant information.
, Problem Solving – Identify problems and conceptualize alternative solutions.
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What to expect in one of our workshops:
In an informal setting, we’ll chat about what you need to know in order to support your career development, and why it matters in a real-life context.
, We always share relatable examples and templates, and discuss how situations vary for different fields.
, We’ll send you the slides we use after the workshop, so you don’t have to take notes, but…
Event Locator: 2026-AASWWG. Organization: CAREER SERVICES.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Wallace McCain Student Centre Room 288.
Drop-in Resume Review
Career Development
Just in time for the Career Fair in Gracie’s on Wednesday! Drop by with your resume ready and one of our team will review it for content, structure/format, and professionalism. We’re happy to help go through some tips to spruce it up for all your future job applications!
RP Bell Library, Main Floor,
Happy Career Week!
Event Locator: 2026-AASWVZ. Organization: CAREER SERVICES.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
LinkedIn Check-up
Career Development
LinkedIn is an essential tool for keeping track of your network, researching job opportunities, and is filled with resources for all stages of your career.
In collaboration with the Commerce Society, the ELCD Office is happy to invite you to drop in and chat with one of our team to get some feedback on how to make sure your own profile meets employer expectations, and we’ll share how to get the most out of LinkedIn as a student!
Organization: CAREER SERVICES. Event Locator: 2026-AASXKB.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Avard Dixon Room 117.
Career Fair
Career Development
The Mount Allison Career and Post-Graduate Education Fair offers students the opportunity to explore a variety of employers and post-graduate institutions, no matter what degree program you're in. All students from all years/degree programs are encouraged to attend this annual fair to chat and learn more about summer, full-time and post-graduate opportunities! We look forward to welcoming employers to campus to connect with students. The fair is scheduled for Wednesday, October 7th from 11am-3pm, and will take place on campus at Gracie's (Wallace McCain Student Centre, ground level).
Organization: CAREER SERVICES. Event Locator: 2026-AASQPN.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Wallace McCain Student Centre Gracie's Cafe.
Collegium Musicum
Music
Featuring performances by students in the Bachelor of Music program. Admission is free; all are welcome. For more information call 506-364-2374 or email music@mta.ca.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASXFK.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
ELCD Drop-in
Information Session
Students, Faculty, and Staff! Come to the ELCD office in Room 203 and enjoy coffee and treats with our Experiential Learning and Career Development team. Ask questions, mingle with others in the University community, let us know what workshops or assistance would be most useful to you, and learn about all the resources we have to offer. Hint: there are a lot of them, and you’ll want to take advantage of some of our specialized programs!
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Organization: CAREER SERVICES. Event Locator: 2026-AASXKD.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Jummah Prayers
Information Session
Weekly Jummah Prayers for Muslim Students and members of the Muslim Community. For info, contact muslimstudentsociety@mta.ca.
Event Locator: 2026-AASSVM. Organization: MtA Spiritual Care.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Manning Multi-faith Room.
Jummah Prayers
Information Session
Weekly Jummah Prayers for Muslim Students and members of the Muslim Community. For info, contact muslimstudentsociety@mta.ca.
Event Locator: 2026-AASSVM. Organization: MtA Spiritual Care.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Manning Multi-faith Room.
Guest Recital
Music
Guest Recital and 16th Annual J.E.A. Crake Concert: Internationally acclaimed violinist James Ehnes concludes a cross-Canada tour for his 50th birthday, returning to some of the concert halls that were important to him over his life and career, including Brunton Auditorium! Also featuring pianist Andrew Armstrong.
Tickets are $15/$10. Free for current students with Mount Allison ID. Subscription passes available. For more information call 506-364-2374 or email music@mta.ca.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASXFM.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Collegium Musicum
Music
Featuring performances by students in the Bachelor of Music program. Admission is free; all are welcome. For more information call 506-364-2374 or email music@mta.ca.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASXFK.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Guest Recital
Music
Guest Recital: Elmer Iseler Singers return to the Brunton stage to present a recital, joined by members of the Mount Allison Choral Ensembles.
Tickets are $15/$10. Free for current students with Mount Allison ID. Subscription passes available. For more information call 506-364-2374 or email music@mta.ca.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASXFW.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Masterclass/workshop
Music
The Elmer Iseler Singers present a masterclass/workshop for students in the Bachelor of Music program. For more information, call 506-364-2374 or email music@mta.ca.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASXFX.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Jummah Prayers
Information Session
Weekly Jummah Prayers for Muslim Students and members of the Muslim Community. For info, contact muslimstudentsociety@mta.ca.
Event Locator: 2026-AASSVM. Organization: MtA Spiritual Care.
Friday, October 23, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Manning Multi-faith Room.
Collegium Musicum
Music
Featuring performances by students in the Bachelor of Music program. Admission is free; all are welcome. For more information call 506-364-2374 or email music@mta.ca.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASXFK.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Jummah Prayers
Information Session
Weekly Jummah Prayers for Muslim Students and members of the Muslim Community. For info, contact muslimstudentsociety@mta.ca.
Event Locator: 2026-AASSVM. Organization: MtA Spiritual Care.
Friday, October 30, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Manning Multi-faith Room.
Faculty and Guest Recital
Music
Mount Allison faculty Katherine Dowling (piano) and collaborative pianist Clark Schaufele (piano) present a duo recital centered around Stravinsky's seminal "Sacre du printemps" in its original form for piano 4-hands. Also on the program are Ravel's own version of "La Valse" for two pianos, and the artists' arrangement of Gershwin's "An American in Paris."
Tickets are $15/$10. Free for current students with Mount Allison ID. Subscription passes available. For more information call 506-364-2374 or email music@mta.ca.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASXFZ.
Friday, October 30, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Collegium Musicum
Music
Featuring performances by students in the Bachelor of Music program. Admission is free; all are welcome. For more information call 506-364-2374 or email music@mta.ca.
Organization: MUSIC DEPARTMENT. Event Locator: 2026-AASXFK.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Conservatory of Music Brunton Auditorium.
Jummah Prayers
Information Session
Weekly Jummah Prayers for Muslim Students and members of the Muslim Community. For info, contact muslimstudentsociety@mta.ca.
Event Locator: 2026-AASSVN. Organization: MtA Spiritual Care.
Friday, November 6, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Manning Multi-faith Room.