Past Announcements
If you are looking for a full-time summer job and/or employment for the 2024-25 school year, then apply to work at the library. The deadline to apply is this Wednesday, March 6th at 1pm. For more information or to apply visit https://www.stfx.ca/library/about/now-hiring-library-student-assistants.
The Centre for Employment Innovation is looking for a student or recent graduate interested in joining a dynamic and supportive team for the summer of 2024!
What Can I Expect in this Role? – The 2024 Knowledge Curation and Mobilization Intern will work alongside CEI staff to support the Nova Scotia Works system through education, engagement, and knowledge mobilization. The intern will take on a significant role curating and evaluating the relevancy of resources related to leadership, governance, and community outreach, to be shared back with the Nova Scotia Works system. This work may include creating book-review style blog posts or social media content promoting their findings. The intern may also contribute to other ongoing CEI projects such as communities of practice or course development, depending on their interests. The intern will also have the opportunity to work with CEI staff to design their own research or engagement project that contributes to the field of knowledge surrounding career and employment development.
February is African Heritage Month, a time dedicated to honoring and recognizing the diverse culture, history, and invaluable contributions of People of African Descent. This year, the provincial theme "Our Smiles, Our Joy, Our Resilience" resonates with the unique and inspiring experiences that shape the identity of African Nova Scotians and speaks to the spirit of perseverance.
African Heritage Month provides us with the invaluable opportunity to celebrate while deepening our understanding of the African diaspora, particularly within the unique context of Nova Scotia.
Throughout February, there are a series of events and activities to educate, inspire, and encourage dialogue. You can find a listing of activities here. I invite each member of our community to actively participate and engage with the diverse perspectives that will be shared during this special month.
Please do your part in making African Heritage Month a celebration of joy, resilience, and unity for our entire campus community.
Sincerely,
Andy
Andy Hakin
President & Vice-Chancellor
St. Francis Xavier University
Dear colleagues,
The Health and Counselling Centre is very pleased to sponsor another “Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)- Adults Who Interact with Youth” course. Because of the uncertainty of another winter storm on its way tomorrow, we’ve decided to postpone Day 1 until next week, and then have Day 2 the following week. As a result, the new dates for Mental Health First Aid (Adults Who Interact With Youth) are Wednesdays, February 21st and 28th. Please note that these are new dates, and we still have registration spaces available.
This course focuses on mental health problems and first aid for youth aged 14 to 25, and is open to all StFX staff and faculty members. This is a 14-hour in-person course which will be offered from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm on both dates, in Bloomfield Council Chambers (4th Floor Bloomfield Centre). MHFA Canada requires full attendance on both days. To register for “Mental Health First Aid- Adults Who Interact with Youth,” please email Margie McKinnon (Director of Health, Counselling and Accessible Learning) at @email. Registration is limited, and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. There are no fees attached to this course, and we encourage you to take advantage of this great opportunity for personal and professional development!
Margie
Margaret McKinnon, M.A., R.Psych. (she/her)
Director of Health, Counselling and Accessible Learning
The StFX Alumni Association will recognize four StFX University undergraduate (first degree) full-time students who combine high academic standing with involvement in campus and/or community activities. Each award is $1500 and will be awarded to one student in each of the four years of study: first year, sophomore, junior, senior. (The funds are applied to your student account at the StFX Business Office.) These awards are intended to recognize full-time students who have made a significant contribution to campus/community life and have benefited from their experience at StFX. You are not eligible to receive this award more than once.
A minimum grade average of 70% is required for the current year to apply.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
- Sophomore, junior and senior applicants are asked to submit a 1,000-word essay describing what influence they think their experience at StFX will have on life after graduation. Essay submissions need to be original work. Returning students are asked to include their previous years' averages as well as their Christmas average (does NOT need to be an official transcript – just a copy of your grade report from Banner or list your yearly averages).
- First-year student essays (1,000 words) should include reasons for choosing StFX and how the StFX experience has impacted them. First-year students need to provide their Christmas average (official transcript NOT necessary – just note your average on cover page).
- Previous applicants may apply again but note that essays from applications in previous years cannot be resubmitted. It must be a new essay.
- Applicants must also include a list of their extra-curricular activities.
- Applicants must include a cover page listing full name, home address, campus address, cell phone number, an email address, year of attendance, program of study, student ID number and anticipated year of graduation and a list of your marks.
- Award winners may be asked to attend and read their essay at the Homecoming Hall of Honour ceremony in the fall (graduate students who are unable to attend are exempt).
- Please submit an electronic version (Microsoft Word document) of your entire submission (including marks) to the email address below before the application deadline.
For further information or clarification of eligibility criteria, interested students should direct their inquiries to:
Lianne Campbell, Alumni Affairs Office
Email: @email
Students who qualify need to email all the necessary information to the above email address by the date and time below.
Application Deadline: Monday, February 26, 2024 at 3 pm
To the Campus Community,
Please be advised that due to the forecasted storm and planned snow removal, Parking Areas P4 and P5 will be closed tonight, Wednesday, February 14th, 2024, at 1am.
Anyone parked in these parking areas will need to move their vehicles by 1am tonight, Wednesday, February 14th, 2024.
Overnight Parking will be allowed in P2/P3 for those who have valid Overnight Parking Tags while Overnight Parking Area P4 is closed.
Please check this link for the StFX Campus Parking Map: https://www.stfx.ca/sites/default/files/documents/security-StFX%20Parking%20Plan%202023-02-04%20Rev1.pdf
Thank you for your cooperation.
The campus community should watch for falling snow and ice from building rooftops and edges due to recent weather conditions.
Additionally, with the forecasted thaw and freeze temperatures, wet surfaces may refreeze and create hazardous walking and driving conditions.
Individuals should obey posted signs and barricades near buildings to avoid falling snow and ice, use extra caution and allow extra time when traveling, and be aware of changing weather and travel conditions.
Individuals should report areas of concern to Facilities Management at @email, or Safety & Security at @email after hours.
Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility
Please be advised that due to planned snow removal on Monday, February 12th, 2024, in Parking Areas P4 and P5, these Parking Areas will be closed Monday, February 12th, 2024, at 1am.
Anyone parked in these parking areas will need to move their vehicles by 1am, Monday, February 12th, 2024. Vehicles that have not been moved by 1am, Monday, February 12th, 2024 will be towed to ensure heavy machinery can operate effectively.
Overnight Parking will be allowed in P2 for those who have valid Overnight Parking Tags while Overnight Parking Area P4 is closed.
Please check this link for the StFX Campus Parking Map: https://www.stfx.ca/sites/default/files/documents/security-StFX%20Parking%20Plan%202023-02-04%20Rev1.pdf
Thank you for your cooperation.
Please note that with our February 3rd games being postponed due to the storm, StFX Athletics has rescheduled our Staff Appreciation games. All current StFX staff members will receive free admission to the following varsity games upon presentation of your StFX staff ID card at the Keating Centre box office:
Wednesday, Feb. 7
- Men’s Hockey, StFX vs Moncton, 4:00 pm
- Women’s Hockey, StFX vs Moncton, 7:30 pm
Please note that free admission tickets are available beginning two hours prior to game time. Thank you to the StFX faculty members who took advantage of our recent Faculty Appreciation weekend Jan. 19-21!
Due to the campus closure, the Angus L. Macdonald library will be closed today. We regret any inconvenience.
To the Campus Community:
Kindly note that a water shut-off will occur shortly due to a water breakage, affecting the following locations:
Powers and Somers Hall
42 West Street
30 West Street
Mockler Hall.
The interruption is essential for the Town of Antigonish to assess and address the water breakage.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Facilities Management
StFX DiscoverBox is thrilled to offer eight Xaverian Innovation and Entrepreneurs Micro-Grants of $2500* for winter term of 2024!
Now more than ever, we need to foster the entrepreneurial spirit on campus and provide students with opportunities to develop projects that address community-focused solutions.
StFX DiscoverBox will guide eight micro-grant recipients through problem definition to ideation, business development, testing, and market entry exploration. We will provide the foundational entrepreneurship skills students will require for their new businesses.
Eligibility criteria:
– Full time StFX student
Student requirement:
– Attend a weekly workshop.
– All work must be done remotely and should involve a faculty mentor.
– Commit 150 hours of work towards your project.
– Meet with DiscoverBox staff on a regular basis.
– During a special session in late March / early April 2024, students will be invited to pitch their ideas.
Application Process:
By Wednesday, January 24th, 2024, please send a 750-word description that outlines your project, describing the problem you are addressing. In the application, please identify your year and program of study, and attach a timeline for the project that outlines how you will spend the 150 hours.
Email your applications to: @email
Applications will be reviewed, and winners awarded by Tuesday, January 30, 2024. The first workshop will be Wednesday, January 31, 2024.
*Each grant pays $2,500 for 150 hours of work. Work is to be done remotely and flexible schedule can be agreed upon.
X-PATROL is now hiring!
Applications are open until 5:00PM, Saturday, January 20, 2024.
Please send your resume or any questions you may have to @email.
All applicants MUST be planning to return to StFX as an enrolled student for the 2024-2025 Academic year.
Any applicants graduating during the May 2024 Convocation will not be considered for the position at this time.
About X-PATROL
The StFX X-PATROL team is composed of 60+ highly motivated student leaders capable of working in high-performance environments. X-PATROL was established to provide a safe and secure environment while promoting the Community Code and protecting the campus' liquor license. X-PATROL works with students and administrators to ensure that all students, staff, and visitors are able to enjoy a safe and positive experience while on the university's campus.
X-PATROL frequently works in partnership with Conference Services, Residence Life, The U Student Union, Alumni Affairs, Facilities Management and other university departments.
X-PATROL Members must have the ability to:
- Communicate effectively.
- Maintain good academic standing and comply with the St. Francis Xavier Community Code of Conduct at all times.
- Be available to work a minimum of two patrols per month.
- Be available during big events & SuperSubs.
- Think critically and make important decisions on the spot.
- Walk and/or stand for extended periods of time.
- Read files, documents, computer screens, and identify personnel on the spot or in photos.
- Be in close contact with large groups of people - while following public health and safety protocols.
What We Do
Members of X-PATROL work alongside the Safety and Security Officers to ensure the safety and security of students, staff, and university guests. They perform a variety of duties, are entrusted with confidential material, and have the ability to perform effectively in social situations.
Some of the specific duties the X-PATROL members perform are:
Campus Patrols
- Ensure all those on the St. FX campus abide by the Community Code and document any code violations.
- Provide safety by giving first-aid to those in need and providing safe "walk-homes" to students who live on-campus.
- Liaison with and assist RCMP, EHS, and/or Fire Department personnel and provide additional support for events when necessary.
- Cheerily greet passing students, faculty, staff, and guests when appropriate.
Event Supervision
- Ensure all patrons abide by the Community Code and document any code or alcohol policy violations
- Always keep alcohol within licensed areas and ensure no alcohol is brought on-site from an outside source.
- Enforce event-specific boundaries and rules and ensure all patrons are 19 or older for events with alcohol present.
- Remove intoxicated or otherwise uncooperative, violent, or disruptive individuals from events.
Apply today for a truly exemplary eXPerience!
Email your resume to @email or drop it off at the Security building c/o X-PATROL.
Thank you for your interest in X-PATROL and we wish you the best of luck with your application process!
Students who are interested in applying for a position with the X-PATROL Team must submit a resume to @email or deliver it to the Security Operations Centre. Once the documents are received, the X-PATROL Leadership Team will put students through an academic and conduct review and follow up with the applicant to let them know if they have been accepted to the next step. From here, accepted applicants will be offered a selection of interview slots and will be interviewed by at least one of the X-PATROL Senior Leads. After the interview, applicants will receive an e-mail letting them know if they have been accepted into the X-PATROL training opportunity.
StFX Safety & Security Services
Security Operations Centre
St. Francis Xavier University
Building 5005, Chapel Square
902-867-4444
http://www.sites.stfx.ca/security/
security@stfx.ca
Dear all,
The Frank McKenna Centre for Leadership invites applications for the MacBain/Riley Global Engagement Award.
The purpose of this endowed fund is to open up high-quality global engagement opportunities for undergraduate students. The fund’s purpose reflects the belief of John MacBain and Dr. Sean Riley that international experience and opportunities are essential to the next generation of leaders in government, business and academe. It reflects the great value and great friendships that have arisen from their own international experiences. The fund is intended to provide early encouragement to undergraduate students to develop their leadership at the international level.
The fund offers annual grants adjudicated in a competitive process to assist in: a) International placement in overseas internships, entrepreneurial projects, and development initiatives; b) participation in international meetings or seminars where the focus is on international collaboration and leadership development; c) international volunteer activity with a leadership component. The distinctive feature of the MacBain/Riley awards is that they will be focused on supporting individual students who have designed their own entrepreneurial plan for global engagement.
Up to five awards with a value of $500 to $5,000 each will be awarded during each competition.
Students in all bachelor programs are encouraged to apply. To be eligible to apply, students must have been enrolled in full time studies in a bachelor’s degree program during the most recent complete academic term (prior to the application deadline) at StFX, and be intending to return to full time studies at StFX after receiving the award.
Submit your application by January 15, 2024 to: @email
Interested students may find more information about the award and application instructions here: https://mckenna.stfx.ca/node/64
We look forward to reading your applications.
Warmly,
Your McKenna Team
To Campus Community
The Angus L MacDonald Library is having maintenance work performed inside the building to remediate mold and other moisture related damages. Students, Faculty and Staff will see sections of the library closed or blocked off while work is being conducted.
The remediation work was started in December and will conclude before the end of January. We are pleased to report that remediation work within the Tramble Centre is complete and that it will be fully operational this term.
We apologize for any inconvenience this work may cause. If you have any questions about the work or require more details on the schedule, please contact me.
Thanks
Randy Peters MBA CPA (he/him)
Director, Risk Management
St. Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, Nova Scotia · Canada
t 902 867 3889 · c 902 870 0705
www.stfx.ca
Due to the closure of campus because of the impending weather, the library will be closing at 12:30pm today as well. Stay safe today!
Please be advised that Keating Parking Lot P10 will be CLOSED Friday, January 5, 2024 between 6:00 am and 3:00 pm.
This closure is necessary for receiving equipment associated with the Amelia Saputo renovation.
Please reach out to the Project Office (@email) with any questions or concerns.
Facilities Management regrets any inconvenience that this may cause.
Thank you,
Facilities Management
To Campus Community:
See map providing directions for the AUX Gym Exam writing location.
Follow the red dashed lines entering the Saputo Centre from either north or south walkways, under the bleachers, via the north-east entrance.
Follow the main corridor between both the Main Gym and AUX Gym, where there are two entrances on your right side into the AUX Gym for exams.
To all Students, Faculty and Staff
The StFX campus is experiencing sporadic power outages across campus due to the storm. Power is anticipated to be restored around 10AM this morning.
ALL EXAMS SCHEDULED FOR 9AM THIS MORNING HAVE BEEN RELOCATED TO MULRONEY HALL which is operating under generator with full power.For students and faculty who have exams at 9AM this morning, please check your email for specific information regarding the location of your exam.
Morrison Hall remains open with other retail outlets closed until power is restored.
To the campus community,
Please be aware that power has been restored to campus. All exams will proceed as per schedule.
