The Alumni Magazine Dalhousievol.21 no.3 winter 2005 Balancing work and family Healthy choices for kids Choosing a Canada Post Publications Mail Agreement No. 40065040 Return undeliverable Canadian addresses to: Maritime lifestyle Alumni Office Dalhousie University Halifax NS B3H 3J5 Treating chronic pain in children. Tracking climate change. Uncovering renewable energy sources. Attracting over $93 million in annual research funding, Dalhousie research generates jobs, stimulates our economy, improves our lives and communities. www.dal.ca The Alumni On the Inside DalhousieMagazine vol. 21 no. 3 vol. winter18 no. 2005 1 spring 2001 Photo: Abriel Photo: 28 Ah! Venice Cover Story Features Departments 8 12 Choosing a Maritime lifestyle Go outside and play 2 Editor’s Message Staying focused on a future in the Mar- Children from Atlantic itimes, Bill Black (BA, BSc’70) believes that Canada are considered 3 Upfront on Campus success comes from putting people and val- at high risk of being ues first. That is a philosophy that, one overweight. The School 20 Dalumni would hope, would position him well as he Muir Photo: of Health and Human looks to a future in public office. One of the Performance is dedicat- 22 Class Notes newest members of Dalhousie’s Board of ed to enhancing the Governors explains the qualities that make health and well-being of the community. Dr. 32 At Last an organization shine in a community. Phil Campagna shares his insights on the By Jim Vibert (BA ’77) health of Nova Scotia’s children and youth ... and some strategies for the rest of us, too. Cover photo: By Dawn Morrison (BJ(K)’93) Dal alumnus and board member Bill Black was recently photographed at Pier 21 by uni- 16 versity photographer Danny Abriel. A fine balance A conversation with Credit Union Atlantic’s CEO Eleanor (Findlay) Humphries (BSc ’80, MBA’99) draws out her inspiration for success – a fine balance between work and family. She emphasizes the importance of listening on the way to earning back-to-back “Top 50 CEO” awards. Dalhousie, The Alumni Magazine By Dawn Morrison (BJ(K)’93) Dalhousie is the official periodical of the Dalhousie Alumni Association and appears three times a year. Editorial deadline for the next issue is April 4, 2005. winter 2005 1 The Alumni From the Editor DalhousieMagazine vol. 21 no. 3 winter 2005 Seldom has it been demonstrated more clearly that the EXECUTIVE EDITOR Dalhousie community cares. JUNE DAVIDSON Photo: Abriel Photo: No sooner had winter term classes resumed, when volunteers EDITOR got busy with a variety of fund raisers. Their concern translated AMANDA PELHAM : into tangible support of relief efforts for areas of South Asia and E-MAIL [email protected] East Africa impacted by the tsunami. DESIGN AND PRODUCTION "At Dalhousie, we are part of an academic community that is global both in its char- Jane Lombard, DALHOUSIE DESIGN SERVICES acter and range of experience. Events like this ... reinforce and lift beyond cliché the YOUR REMARKS TO: reality that we live in a global village," President Tom Traves wrote to the universi- Dalhousie Magazine ty community early in the New Year. Communications and Marketing 218 Hicks Building, Dalhousie University You can read more about the heartfelt response from faculty, students, staff and Halifax, Nova Scotia b3h 3j5 alumni in our coverage of campus activity. Doubtless this engagement will contin- ADVERTISING ue, even as it evolves over the months and years to come. KERI IRWIN The communities touched are also close at hand. In this issue of the magazine, we E-MAIL: [email protected] TEL: (902) 494-6039 FAX: (902) 494-1472 were pleased to catch up with the fast moving Bill Black (BA, BSc’70) to hear about his enduring commitment to living in the Maritimes. PRODUCED BY DALHOUSIE ALUMNI RELATIONS The health and well being of children is a growing concern, one that touches our ISSN 1185-4014 personal lives. Research at Dalhousie offers an enhanced understanding of fitness TEL: (902) 494-2071 1 (800) 565-9969 and activity. Dr. Phil Campagna prompts consideration of how we can all respond FAX: [902] 494-1141 – as individuals, families, organizations and communities. ADDRESS CHANGES TEL: (902) 494-6971 1 (800) 565-9969 The dual challenge of providing vision and leadership while simultaneously raising E-MAIL: [email protected] the next generation is a daily reality for Eleanor (Findlay) Humphries (BSc’80, Alumni Records, Macdonald Bldg MBA’99), who shares some of her innovative approaches with us. Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia b3h 3j5 I hope the stories in this magazine will provide the opportunity for you to reflect on how we all contribute to the community – near and far. Our contributors Keri Irwin (BA'98, BCom'01) was recently drafted from Athletics to join the team in Communications and Marketing. In addi- tion to overseeing advertising requests, she Sincerely, is also the magazine's new production assistant. In her 'spare time' she teaches skiing and volunteers with the Junior League. Jim Vibert (BA’77), Dal’s Director of Communications and Marketing, interviewed Bill Black for our cover feature. AMANDA PELHAM Dawn Morrison (BJ(K)'93) explores Editor issues of balance on a daily basis, as the mother of three-year old twins Max and Olivia, and as a communications manager for Dalhousie University. Make the connection SIGN OUR GUEST BOOK: www.dal.ca/insight BY E-MAIL: [email protected] 2 dalhousie alumni magazine Upfront on Campus Three for the Rhodes Dal has 85 Rhodes scholars to date Anna Robinson, neuroscience DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY STUDENTS have Matthew Knox, a kinesiology student won all three of the Atlantic Region’s from Halifax, Nova Scotia, is an avid hock- Rhodes Scholarships for 2005. ey player, coach, and referee who has In an unprecedented sweep, three Dal worked as a counselor at Camp Goodtime students – Anna Robinson, Matthew for children with cancer and brain tumours. Knox, and Graham Reynolds – have won “It is truly the opportunity of a lifetime. both Maritime region awards, as well as the It is very gratifying to have the work that I Newfoundland award. have done in the community acknowledged “This is a huge accomplishment for in this way. This is a wonderful opportunity these students and a great day for to advance my education, which will benefit Dalhousie,” says President Tom Traves. me throughout my lifetime,” says Knox. “Dalhousie is dedicated to nurturing the Graham Reynolds, a law student from skills and talents of the quality students we Winnipeg, Manitoba, is a talented musician attract and we couldn’t be happier for and an active volunteer with the Pro Bono Anna, Matthew and Graham, who embody Students Association at Dalhousie. that dedication.” “I feel very honoured to have been Anna Robinson, a neuroscience student named as a Rhodes Scholar,” says Reynolds. from Harbour Grace, Newfoundland, has My time at Dal has prepared me well for many extracurricular interests including the the challenges that lie ahead.” Brazilian Martial Art of Capoeira. She is – Charles Crosby and Dawn Morrison an active fund raiser for charities and she volunteers with brain-injured patients dur- ing their rehabilitation. “I still can’t believe this is happening to me!” says Robinson. “I honestly feel as Matthew Knox, kinesiology (left) though my life changed in a day. It will be a and Graham Reynolds, law while before I stop smiling.” winter 2005 3 Upfront on Campus Science illuminated by art First Insects Cloned Alumni from the Faculty of Science have been mailed a 2005 Calendar “Illuminations A group of on Science” that highlights the artistic side of graduates, students, faculty and staff. scientists “The calendar was created with several objectives – one was to strengthen contact led by with alumni, another to show off the talents of Dal’s students and staff, and finally, Dalhousie there is the hope of raising some money,” says project organizer Patrick Ryall. “All University funds will help support student activities, be it attending conferences or enhancing biologist scholarships.” Vett Lloyd and doctoral student Andrew The idea was borrowed and reinterpreted based on a project seen at another Haigh are the first to successfully clone insects. Canadian university. Dal’s Faculty of Science invited students and staff to submit pho- The breakthrough research, using fruit flies as the tographs in spring 2004, and held an exhibit in the Life Sciences Centre. subjects, is featured in the British on-line publica- “Everyone walking by was invited to vote on their favourites and the top twelve tion Nature.com. made it into the calendar,” says Ryall. The calendar design was completed by Dalhousie’s Design Services. Calendars have been sent out to pre- Focusing on the bottom 1999 science graduates. Copies are also line and the blue line available for sale at the Dean’s Office, located on the eighth floor of the Life Dominic Noel traded his business attire for Sciences Centre, or through the University a uniform this summer in order to try and Bookstore in the Student Union Building. score the ultimate goal on a reality television The Faculty of Science is seeking photo- series. graphs for a 2006 edition and alumni are The senior invited to contribute. commerce co-op student was a suc- cessful competitor on a prime time reality show “Making the Cut,” sponsored by Bell. The ultimate Photo: Pearce Photo: prize was a pro ‘Summer Spectacular’ by hockey tryout Biology Department staff with one of six member Carman Mills Tiger Dominic Noel made the and ‘Arctic Fox’ by earth Canadian teams – cut on CBC TV’s hockey camp sciences grad Christopher and Noel was one reality series Hamilton (BSc’04) – two of the half dozen of the winning science finally chosen from among 68 hopefuls.