Educating Students for Success in a Changing World Since 1843

Bishop’s University Magazine No. 52 Spring 2019 BISHOP’S

IN THIS ISSUE: WHAT HAPPENED TO SHERMAN PEABODY + REMEMBERING GARTH SMITH + CAPITAL CAMPAIGN FINAL REPORT + LOTS MORE Tom Godber ’85 1996 Alumnus of the Year

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CONTENTS

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BACK ON STAGE: REUNION FOR A GOOD CAUSE 12 Three alumni relive the past in a most unusual way

WHAT HAPPENED TO SHERMAN PEABODY 14 The mystery of a Bishop’s student lost in WWII

REMEMBERING GARTH SMITH 18 A pioneer of BU’s Athletics program

50TH REUNION WEEKEND 21 Students in gowns – as seen by a 2018 graduate

THE MITRE 23 The literary world of 1893 meets the technology of 2019

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN FINAL REPORT 27 The impact of your giving

REGULAR FEATURES AVP Advancement’s Note 2 Principal’s Note 3 Student Success Stories 4 Alumni Profiles 7 Alumni News 11 Faculty Profiles 15 Athletics 17 Weddings 39 Births 42 Through the Years 43 In Memoriam 49

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175 YEARS OF PHILANTHROPY AT BISHOP’S UNIVERSITY

ishop’s was born on December After the death of his son and name- Bishop’s Magazine 9, 1843 – long before Confe sake (and Bishop’s student) Rodolphe Published twice yearly deration. It is true that it owes or “Roddy” in World War 1, Rodolphe by the Advancement Office its beginning to the persistence Lemieux, a long-serving Speaker of the Bof many, including Edward Hale, who House of Commons, donated a prize No. 52 Spring 2019 represented the constitu in French Literature to ency of Sherbrooke in the Bishop’s in his memo- EDITORIAL BOARD Lower Canada House of ry. When Lemieux left Robert Burns ’99 Assembly. public life, the Speaker’s Gabrielle Lesage ’18 Jacqueline Scott ’90 However, philanthro- Chair was given to him Bruce Stevenson ’76 py has also played a key and, in turn, he present- role from the very be- ed it to Bishop’s. This CONTRIBUTORS ginning. Construction is the chair that is used Anna Grant ’81 of what is now known by the Chancellor at John Griffin ’71 as McGreer Hall was Convocation. Although Serafin LaRiviere Dr. Harvey White completed in 1846 on Roddy never returned 40 acres of land donated to Bishop’s to receive his ADVANCEMENT OFFICE STAFF by Lieut.-Col. William own Bishop’s degree, he Tom Allen ’69 Morris. This donation has indirectly partici- Robert Burns ’99 was the foundation of 175 years of uni- pated in the awarding of literally thou- Linda Gauvin versity life in Lennoxville. sands of others. Gabrielle Lesage ’18 In 1846, Isaac Hellmuth was named A number of remarkable gifts to Lorna Ruemper ’11 Jacqueline Scott ’90 Professor of Hebrew and Rabbinical Bishop’s ensued that have forever Bruce Stevenson ’76 Studies. He and Rev. Jasper Nicolls, marked our campus. In 1949 it was a do- Bishop’s first Principal, were the core nation, and later a bequest, from Harry DESIGN of the professorial staff. However, they Norton that funded the construction Tim Doherty, VisImage were much more than academics – they of Norton Hall. The construction of were also fundraisers par excellence. For Pollack Hall, which opened at the same CONTACT INFORMATION instance, Hellmuth travelled to England time, was made possible by a contribu- 2600 College Street in 1849, and returned with donations tion from Maurice Pollack, a wealthy Sherbrooke, QC J1M 1Z7 Tel: 819.822.9660 totaling $4,000 – a princely sum at the merchant from Quebec City. Toll free: 1.866.822.5210 time. The donor was a physician named In the mid-1960s, the University Email: [email protected] Thomas Churchman Harrold who nev- launched the Bishop’s 70 campaign. Web: www.ubishops.ca/alumni er set foot on our campus and it was in Proceeds of $3 million, in combination his honour the Dean of Divinity’s res- with government grants, enabled the SUBMISSIONS idence (now the Principal’s residence) construction of the new wing of the [email protected] was named. Hellmuth went on to found Johnson Building, Dewhurst Dining Canadian Publications both Huron College and the University Hall, Kuehner and Munster Halls, and Mail Product Sales Agreement of Western Ontario, no doubt calling Centennial Theatre. Later, donors to the No.40027187 on the formidable fundraising skills he Learning for Life and then the Partners Cover illustration: Karine Sirois honed at Bishop’s to bring these proj- in Learning Campaigns further enabled ects to fruition! the University to enhance the student Transformative donations have shaped experience. Bishop’s and in the late 1800s a $25,000 The generosity of alumni and other bequest from Robert Hamilton, DCL, benefactors has continued with over- with additional contributions from his whelming support for our wonderful children, enabled great improvements university. For recent examples of what in the Arts Building, including dining our donors have made possible, please halls, a council chamber, new student refer to the final report on theLeading rooms and lavatories. the Way Campaign in this issue. —Jacqueline Scott ’90

2 bishop’s magazine | spring 2019 PRINCIPAL’S NOTE

CORE VALUES AT BISHOP’S STILL HOLD TRUE TODAY

ishop’s turned 175 in 2018, a University endure. What was the case major milestone in the history 175 and 50 years ago, is still the case Bof the University. today. While the legacy of the University’s Our enviable professor/student first 125 years is important, I would ratio and liberal interdisciplinary tra- like to focus this note on the last dition encourage deep relationships 50 years. After all, we did wel- between students and professors. come the classes of 1967, 1968 and Ours is an education of participa- 1969 for their 50th Reunion during tion and engagement in intense in- Homecoming last fall. Listening to tellectual relationships. Identities their stories brought home to me just are developed here. Broad skill sets how much has changed at Bishop’s in are learned. Lifelong friendships are the last half-century. formed, and they endure because In 1967, students still wore gowns they are meaningful. on campus, though they were staging At the same time, we continue to sit-ins in the administration building be innovative, to take risks, and to to have that practice abolished. find the means to try new things. Take Our residences were strictly the Sports Studies program for exam- single-sex. Again, more student became the Bish Pub and is now ple, which we established in 2009. demonstrations. the Gait, but through thoughtful We took a chance on that. Today it The Principal would meet with ev- planning and renovation it now is among our most popular programs, ery new male student, while female serves as a multi-functional space providing an intensive study of sports students would be greeted by another with classrooms on the second floor. and exercise in society. And this fall, staff member. we will be launching programming Male residence rooms were “Ours is an education of in Sustainable Agriculture and Food cleaned by staff once a week and Systems, among other new course of- their beds made daily, while women participation and engagement ferings to our students. were expected to tidy up after them- in intense intellectual So many things make me optimis- selves. University life as a whole was tic about Bishop’s going forward. The still very much patterned on tradi- relationships. Identities extraordinary success of our recent tional gender roles. are developed here.” capital campaign has not been lost Obviously, all of that has changed. on the government in Quebec. It is McGreer was a residence back more likely to offer its financial sup- then. Now it is home to adminis- The Library was built in 1959 port when alumni, students, faculty trative and faculty offices. Abbott, and extensions added in 1971 and and staff, parents and other support- Kuehner and Munster were brand 1990. After a major transformation, ers have shown how much they care new residences 50 years ago, but it was reopened as a Library Learning about the University. had received very little care since. Commons this past fall. Now that our books are balanced Now Abbott and Kuehner have been We still had a Faculty of Divinity and we are in a better place finan- fully renovated, and Munster is set in 1967. Today we are hoping to give cially, we are poised to sustain our to re-open this spring. Renovations Divinity House a new mission and a model of undergraduate education. on campus are ongoing, with the complete overhaul. Our goals are ambitious both on the Student Union Building next on the Enrolment in the late 1960s was academic and research fronts with a list this year. about 1,000 versus almost 2,900 view to making an outstanding expe- The Memorial Gymnasium (af- today. rience for our students even better. fectionately known as “The Pit”) But just as things change, the core —Michael Goldbloom, C.M. was built in 1950. In later years it values that are the bedrock of the

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JULIE LEBOEUF ’19: WINNING WITH THE BACKUP PLAN

f life teaches us anything, it’s attend a prestigious Borderline Ithat second choices some Personality Disorder confer- times end up being our best ence in Barcelona, Spain this option. This was especially past September. true for undergraduate Julie “I honestly wouldn’t have Leboeuf ’19, now graduating been able to afford the flight from a university that wasn’t and hotel in Barcelona,” says part of her original plan. Leboeuf. “The conference was “I actually picked Laval an amazing experience. I met University,” says Leboeuf. “I a lot of people and we had wanted to go all the way to my very interesting discussions in doctorate in psychology, so I regards to our fields of study. chose it because it offers the But it also made me decide to Master’s and PhD programs, pursue my graduate studies in whereas Bishop’s does not. Europe, and to experience a “My thinking was that if different country’s way of do- I got into a university where ing things.” they have those programs, For now, though, Leboeuf is maybe the professors would reflecting on support she may get to know me and it would not have found at a larger in- be easier for me to get into stitution. “All those people just graduate school at the same helped me make it happen,” university.” she says. “I’m so grateful to A wise decision from a pure- them. I look forward to giving ly practical point of view. But back to the Bishop’s communi- Leboeuf quickly realized that ty and enabling future students bigger didn’t necessarily mean Julie Leboeuf ’19 to achieve their own goals.” better when it came to finding the right fit for an ambitious scholar. that she was awarded a $7,000 schol- After Convocation, Julie will be heading “I ended up sitting in classes with arship from the Queen Elizabeth II across the pond! She will be a “Study four hundred other students,” she Silver Jubilee Endowment Fund for Abroad” Visiting Student in Experimental, says. “It’s a great university and they Study in a Second Official Language. Psychology at St. Anne’s College, Oxford do amazing research but I soon real- Winners of this award are selected University in 2018–2019. This is a ized that no professor would get to on the basis of academic excellence, very distinguished accomplishment, as know me in a class that large. This leadership, volunteer and communi- she is one of 40 out of 500 applicants environment was not for me.” ty involvement, and on a demonstra- from around the world to be accepted So she made a new plan. tion of motivation, adaptability and into the Program. Julie wishes to thank Having spent her CEGEP years at of a well-defined plan of study. Julie The Beaverbrook Canadian Foundation Champlain College, Leboeuf was fa- was one of only three undergraduate whose recent donation to Bishop’s in miliar with Bishop’s, its smaller class level students who received this pres- support of the Beaverbrook Canadian sizes and teacher-to-student ratio. tigious scholarship in 2018. Foundation – Hugh Cowans Scholarship So she made the difficult decision to At the recommendation of Vice- will help finance this opportunity. leave Laval behind, and begin again Principal Academic Dr. Miles She is also grateful for the support of at Bishop’s. Turnbull, and Dean of Student the Goldberger Global Experience Fund It proved a smart choice. Affairs Dr. Stine Linden-Andersen, created by Linda and Bob Goldberger ’79. Leboeuf has excelled in our Applied Julie also received funding from the Psychology program, so much so Bishop’s University Foundation to

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JACOB GERLOFS ’19: A WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES

acob Gerlofs ’19 is out to change Jthe world. The aspiring professor and researcher has enjoyed many ex periences that have enriched his time at Bishop’s University. For instance, he was selected to receive funding from the B.E.S.T. Project Fund (made possible by an anonymous donor who is a graduate of Bishop’s) to study sleep/wake cycles at the Lyon Neuroscience Research Centre in France. He later studied episodic memory cognition at the East China Normal University in Shanghai thanks in part to a grant from the McConnell Student Opportunity Fund.

Multiple campus involvements In addition to his academic endeav- ours, Jacob worked as a freelance photographer on campus. He also volunteered with Alegria, a student-run initiative that focuses on body image and mental health. Last Jacob Gerlofs ’19 but not least, he was on the Executive of the Neuroscience Club and of the have a specific skill set for something, Photography Club. “The experience is about then it remains impossible and out of Jacob, who majored in Psychology learning both the hard skills reach. Really, if you put yourself out (Neuroscience Concentration) and there and bring all your abilities to minored in Drama, likes to seize all you need for your career and the table you would be surprised at opportunities when they present the soft skills for your life like what you can accomplish and learn. themselves. critical thinking because The more you reach out for some- He describes Bishop’s as the per- thing the more you will step out- fect place to do so. “Bishop’s offers it builds character.” side your comfort zone, and develop an environment that encourages skills that are applicable to any career students to do more with their de- path.” gree,” he says. “The experience is encourages you to explore different Jacob expresses his sincere grat- about learning both the hard skills courses to take full advantage of your itude for all that Bishop’s has given you need for your career and the soft liberal arts education.” him, including being a finalist for a skills for your life like critical think- Rhodes Scholarship. As he prepares ing because it builds character.” One Going beyond the easy path for graduate school at UBC, he feels of the things that attracted Jacob to When asked about the most import- like he has gained the necessary con- Bishop’s University was the encour- ant thing he has learned from his ex- fidence and valuable experiences that agement to go beyond his major. periences at Bishop’s, Jacob brings up will help him in the next chapter of “Many universities want you to stay the importance of taking initiative. his journey. within your program, but Bishop’s “Most people think that if you don’t

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NICOLAS VIENS ’19: AN EMERGING VOICE IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

strength of Bishop’s University is A the opportunity for undergrad uate students to conduct research alongside full professors. One such student is Nicolas Viens ’19. When Nicolas first arrived at Bishop’s, he planned to take regular classes, obtain his degree and then immediately join the work force. After taking courses with passionate professors, he had a change of heart and started to explore the added opportunities of his liberal education.

“There is so much you can benefit from at Bishop’s by learning beyond the classroom walls because you have the chance to develop and challenge yourself.”

Nicolas explains, “Bishop’s University encourages you to take more elec- tives and you have the chance to choose what you want to learn.” As such, Nicolas pursued an indepen- dent study course where he looked Nicolas Viens ’19 and Professor Denise Fortier at the th at sustainable development and cli- 6 International Conference on Sustainable Development in Rome, Italy mate change. Thanks to a grant from the B.E.S.T. Project Fund, Nicolas business schools tackle the issue, “There is so much you can benefit traveled to Rome, Italy in September Nicolas then signed up for an experi- from at Bishop’s by learning beyond 2018 to present his research findings ential study course and developed an the classroom walls because you have at the 6th International Conference educational framework for integrat- the chance to develop and challenge on Sustainable Development with his ing sustainability practices into the yourself,” he says. “It’s more than supervisor Professor Denise Fortier curriculum of business programs. simply gaining course credits, it’s from the Williams School of Business. In January 2019, Nicolas had the learning about the real world.” This resulted in two publications in opportunity to participate in the 8th In terms of what the future holds the European Journal of Sustainable Academic International Conference for Nicolas, we are pleased to report Development. on Multi-Disciplinary Studies and that he has been awarded a presti- Having identified a link between Education in Oxford, UK, where gious SSHRC Scholarship to pursue a lack of attention to sustainability he presented the framework with his Master’s in Development Studies within the corporate sector and how Professor Fortier. at York University.

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THE ROAD TO DOCTORAL STUDIES: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY FOR VEERESH PAVATE BSc ’05, MEd ’18

eeresh Pavate ’05 graduated Vwith an undergraduate degree in Computer Science and Business Administration from Bishop’s in 2005. He returned to complete a Master of Education in 2018. Veeresh’s time in Lennoxville started when he was studying Computer Information Systems at Champlain Regional College. He immediately fell in love with the campus. “For me there was no question that I would go to Bishop’s.” After graduation, he worked in the IT sector as a data analyst and then went on to teaching. “Helping people is something that came naturally to me. When I was thinking of moving on to another job somebody told me that Richmond Regional High School was looking for someone to teach math, so I applied.” After one year of teaching high school and eight Veeresh Pavate ’05, MEd ’18 years at the Cégep level he returned to Bishop’s to complete a Master of research proposal that caught his at- Education. “Knowing the campus “ …Bishop’s, both at the tention. When asked how Bishop’s and its people as I did, choosing has influenced his doctoral studies Bishop’s University for my graduate undergraduate and journey, he explained, “At first I was studies was a no-brainer.” graduate levels, gave me apprehensive about going to McGill, a solid foundation…” but I knew that Bishop’s, both From teacher to at the undergraduate and gradu- “back to school” ate levels, gave me a solid founda- Veeresh thrived in the graduate stud- Veeresh’s dissertation will focus tion and prepared me for the rigour ies environment at BU, and it was this on the challenges of living with McGill demands.” Veeresh hopes to enthusiasm that led Dr. Christopher Thalassemia, an inherited blood dis- complete his PhD in 2022. Stonebanks from the School of order characterized by less hemoglo- Education to encourage him to pur- bin and fewer red blood cells than People living with Thalassemia rely sue doctoral studies. “He noticed I normal. This may cause anemia lead- on blood donations in order to survive. was very interested in the research ing to fatigue. Some may experience The Students’ Representative Council at side of things. At first I was reluctant, chronic pain. Bishop’s regularly holds blood drives on but Dr. Stonebanks persuaded me to His thesis supervisor, Dr. Richard campus. If you would like to know where apply.” Hovey, is an expert on chronic health you could donate blood, please visit Fast forward to today and Veeresh conditions, chronic pain, patient www.hema-quebec.qc.ca if you live in is now a doctoral student at McGill centered care, and communication Quebec and www.blood.ca if you live working in the Faculty of Dentistry. in healthcare. It was Veeresh’s strong elsewhere in Canada.

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Q&A WITH JACQUELINE JENKINS ’02, MD

r. Jacqueline Jenkins ’02 How do you feel Bishop’s is a real-world triple threat: helped prepare you for your triathlete, world traveler career path? and physician. She’s also a The confidence I gained on sports Dproud graduate of Bishop’s University, teams and in social settings was having completed her Bachelor of especially important for me. You Science (Biology and Neuroscience) were recognized for your efforts here in 2002. Now an ER, family and sportsmanship, but also made and rural care doctor in Calgary, Dr. to feel that it’s okay to make mis- Jenkins has fond memories of how her takes and not be perfect. It was a Bishop’s years helped shape the life safe place to experiment and grow, she’s created. and decide with the help of supportive peers and teachers what to You must have been faced with do after graduation. many choices for your post-secondary education. What drew You did a lot of traveling after you to Bishop’s? graduation, rather than diving I was looking for a small school that right into a Master’s program. would be a lot of fun. I was shy in That’s a pretty brave move for a high school, and felt like Bishop’s shy kid from Lunenburg. University wouldn’t gobble me up. I had really grown into my own. There were lots of clubs to join, a I was a more outgoing and con- Dr. Jacqueline Jenkins ’02 great science program, and the ski fident woman. In between jobs, team was important because I com- I backpacked around Costa Rica peted in the Canada Games in my freshman year. Plus, it and worked on organic farms, then did a working-hol- was just far enough away from home! iday visa for a year in New Zealand and Australia. After that, I decided it was time to go back to school, so I did Was there any apprehension or culture shock, com- a Master’s at Dalhousie University in kinesiology, then ing from Lunenburg, Nova Scotia to the Eastern went on to the Saba University School of Medicine in the Townships? Caribbean Netherlands. I’d already been to Quebec for ski races at Mont- Tremblant, and Lennoxville was cute and personable, not People always ask what advice alumni would give to like a cookie cutter town. Everybody was really welcom- students considering Bishop’s University. But what ing, and there were all these events for freshmen to meet advice would you offer their parents? people. I felt nervous, but really excited at the same time. Well, it is definitely a really affordable option. Tuition is very competitive, and your kids aren’t going to be in a big And as you settled in, did we live up to your city where anything can happen. My aunt and uncle met expectations? at Bishop’s forty years ago, and my sister and two cousins Yes. Everyone was friendly, and going through their own enrolled after visiting me there. Your kids will be in good self-discovery period, so I slowly came into my own, hands, get a great education, and have some of the most made lots of friends and began to overcome my shyness. I memorable years of their lives!! joined the rugby and ski teams, and really appreciated the incredible school spirit. People were always dressing up for games, and really supporting their teams.

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Q&A WITH PIERRE BLIER ’78, MD, PhD

r. Pierre Blier (’78 BSc Can you tell me more about your work Biology and Psychology) as a professor and your research? was inducted into The After I completed my medical training Royal Society of Canada and postdoc, I joined McGill University Don November 16, 2018 in recognition as a faculty member in 1988. As I have at of his basic neuroscience and clinical every institution I have worked, I set up research to improve the treatment of my own research lab and treated patients major depressive disorder and atten- with mood disorders (mostly depression). uate suicidal ideation. Since graduat- I take the basic results obtained in the lab ing from Bishop’s, Dr. Blier has held and I work to find ways to improve the tenure professor and researcher po- treatment of depression. sitions at various institutions across After 12 years at McGill, I had North America. We recently had the the opportunity to work at the Brain opportunity to speak to him about his Institute of the University of Florida as time at Bishop’s and his career. a professor and researcher in psychiatry and neuroscience. I then moved back What are your fondest to Canada in 2004 to work in the memories of Bishop’s? Departments of Psychiatry and Cellular & I have so many! On my first day Molecular Medicine at the University of in September 1974, I was assigned Ottawa. I was awarded the Tier I Canada Dr. Pierre Blier ’78 to live in Pollack Hall, an all-boys Research Chair in Psychopharmacology, residence at that time. I remember very rapidly making and received an endowed chair in Mood Disorders friends, and going to Dewhurst Dining Hall together. Research at The Royal Ottawa Institute of Mental Health The comradery between us was incredible and we are Research. still friends to this day. Actually, when I celebrated my 60th birthday two years ago, ten friends from my time at What do you like most about your work? Bishop’s joined me for a wonderful reunion. My years at I love being able to advance the field, especially with Bishop’s were some of the best ones of my life. breakthroughs for the treatment of depression. I have the opportunity to apply basic pharmacology to treating How did Bishop’s prepare you for patients more effectively while training graduate students, the next step in your education? residents, and bringing new developments to my clinical Extremely well! Bishop’s offered the opportunity for colleagues to improve patient management. I have given Science students to have hands-on experience in the lab over 70 invited lectures in 24 countries in academic and I had the chance to carry out extensive experiments settings in the last 6 years. I enjoy interacting with my and studies. My honours project was very practical as colleagues from around the world. well, and once I started my graduate studies I had more experience than most of my colleagues. You recently married. Tell us about the Bishop’s connection. What sparked your interest in neuroscience? In early September 1974, at 7:30 in the morning, I met It happened in my last year, when I took an abnormal a classmate Althea Duhaney ’78 (BA Psychology) in a psychology course taught by Dr. Stuart J. McKelvie. I be- calculus class taught by Professor Peter Wilson. We started came fascinated by how simple molecules could affect dating in our last year at Bishop’s, but parted after one year human behavior and thoughts. From then on, it became as our studies took us to different locations. Thirty years my passion. later, after each having our own families and careers, life brought us back together as single alumni in our fifties. We married on May 20, 2018.

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DAVID PERLMAN ’00: VOLUNTEER EXTRAORDINAIRE

recalls: “Eric Desbiens and Eric Cormier asked me in the first year of the program to be a speaker, back when it was geared towards those specifically interested in banking careers. I was Master of Ceremonies at the second annual event and have been for the last nine years.” Among David’s favorite parts of the event is interacting with the students. “I love to see the energy the students bring with them to the event. It is a learning experience for both students and alumni – a great exchange, and a way for generations to connect and gather insight.”

Bishop’s lasting impact When asked how he felt about winning the award, David expressed his sincere gratitude at the honour. “Bishop’s University brought a lot to my life and has helped shape the person I am today. It encouraged me to be more extro- verted and confident, and provided me with opportunities to step out of my comfort zone. I learned to listen to and respect different points of view. Being able to give back and to develop a lifelong relationship with the University is something that makes me extremely proud.” From left: David Perlman ’00 Congratulations David on this well-deserved honour! and Bruce Stevenson ’76

he Bishop’s Alumni Association’s Esprit de Corps award Trecognizes a graduate who has made a difference BISHOP’S UNIVERSITY through service to the University, the Alumni Association, ALUMNI ASSOCIATION a local chapter or the broader community. The 2018 re Bishop’s Alumni Association Executive cipient is David Perlman ’00. David was nominated by President Mark Lawson ’09 Eric Desbiens ’99 and Eric Cormier ’02, Co-Founders President-Elect Lesley Kelley ’99 of the annual Beyond the Bubble networking event in Past-President Trevor Lovig ’96 Montreal. Chapter Leaders From Lennoxville to the big city Eastern Townships Graham Moodie ’69 David Perlman graduated from Bishop’s with a Bachelor’s Montreal Laurie Tanguay ’17 degree in Finance. While a student, he was actively in- Montreal Dilip Varma ’16 volved in the SEED Portfolio Program, which he says Ottawa Katelyn LeClair ’13 triggered his curiosity in the capital markets sector. From Ottawa Sean O’Neill ’08 2002–07 David was at Desjardins in institutional equities; Toronto Alexandre Fournier ’14 from 2007–12 he worked at TD Securities as a Director, Vancouver Alex Cook ’13 Equities. He is currently at GMP Securities where he is Head of the Montreal Office and Managing Director, Interested in volunteering? Institutional Equities. Send an email to [email protected] or call 819.822.9660 Giving back to the next generation and let us know how you David’s involvement with Beyond the Bubble stems back would like to get involved. to its very beginning, when it was called Bankers’ Day. He

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TIFF WELCOMES BISHOP’S ALUMNUS These skills certainly served Ries well during the mak- AARON RIES ’12 ing of his first film.Dziadzio was made on a shoestring budget, and required a herculean effort of planning and anding a spot at the Toronto Inter- organization. L national Film Festival (TIFF) is a Ries pays tribute to Bishop’s for helping him to master dream come true for any filmmaker. these skills, and to bridge his two passions in a practical This annual showcase of cinema sees and creative way. a staggering array of movie stars, di “I was able to explore my academic pursuits and my rectors and glitterati each September. personal growth at the same time,” he says. “Bishop’s pro- Last year, they were joined by Bishop’s vides an environment where that is possible. It was a safe very own graduate Aaron Ries ’12 place to learn, to fail, and to try new things.” Aaron Ries ’12 (BBA). Ries’ short film,Dziadzio , made a STEVEN MORRIS ’84 BRINGS favourable debut at TIFF in 2018. It’s the story of a Polish R&B HISTORY TO BANDEEN HALL Canadian girl (Sydney Herauf) living with her elderly grandfather (Otto Friedman), and the clash of generation he Bishop’s community and local film buffs were en and culture between the two makes for rich viewing. The Tchanted on January setting is suburban Toronto, and the theme is one in- 19, 2019 when Bishop’s spired by the filmmaker’s own personal history. graduate and IMAX mov “I lived with my Dziadzio, my grandfather, for one ie producer Steven Morris summer while I was in university,” Ries says. “It was a ’84 returned to campus great experience for me, and I learned a lot from him. The to screen his film, Vann film is fictional, but a lot of it comes from my life.” “Piano Man” Walls: The The university Ries refers to is actually the University Spirit of R&B. of Toronto, where he first began his studies before realiz- The fascinating docu- Dr. Steven Woodward (English ing that things weren’t working out as planned. He left mentary film, directed and Department) and Steven Morris ’84. after one year. “I needed something that wasn’t a big in- produced by Morris, cap- stitution,” he says. “Bishop’s seemed a perfect fit.” tures the life of Kentucky born and Montreal transplant “I decided to study business on the advice of my par- Vann Walls (1918–1999), and features many of the pio- ents,” Ries continues. “I’d always been involved in the neers of the R&B movement including Ruth Brown, Dr. arts, and was in theatre and music in high school. But John, and legendary record producer Jerry Wexler. there is definitely a creative aspect to business and mar- Steven spoke with the audience in Bandeen Hall fol- keting. You have to decide how you’re going to commu- lowing the screening where he described the 20+ year nicate, and the best way to convey your message to your saga in producing the film. Morris met piano legend Vann target audience. You’re dreaming up a new world and sell- in 1990 but it was not until 2014 that his documentary ing it to people.” tribute to Vann and Rhythm and Blues was released un- That’s not to say Ries completely abandoned his inter- derscoring his tenacity to see the project, now regarded est in the Arts. “I took a few classes in film, including one as a history of the musical form, through to completion. horror film class that I absolutely loved,” he says. “I have For more information, visit http://vannpianoman- to admit that’s where I got my best marks.” wallsthemovie.com/ Still, the world of marketing exerted a strong pull for As regards his current labour of love, Steven explains: Ries. His passion for the creative arts seemed to compli- “At 65, my dream is to make one last IMAX film on jag- ment the skills he was learning as he worked towards a de- uars, the only big cats of the Americas. It is fascinating gree in marketing, and he found a strong parallel between science and the one species that seems to have a strong the two worlds. chance of survival, as tigers and lions are seriously in “Some of the hardest things, like presenting big ideas threat of extinction.” and getting people on board, require the same skills as cre- We look forward to screening Steven’s film at BU upon ating a project in film. I think they overlap in more ways its completion! that people realize. Both require storytelling and strong people skills, as well as the ability to implement your plan.”

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BACK ON STAGE: A REUNION FOR A GOOD CAUSE

hen they were students Wat Bishop’s, Mike Lewis ’83, Alex Paterson ’83, and Kenneth Irving (Irv) ’84, were in a produc tion of the BU Drama Guild set in a men’s room. Thirty- eight years later, the three graced the stage together once again, presenting the Canadian premiere of Jan Ericsson’s comedy The Men’s Room. As the title suggests, and to add to the nostalgia, this play was also set in a men’s room. The three per formed at Toronto’s Crow’s Theatre during the second week of February. All pro ceeds were donated to the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. What makes this even more special is the fact all three live in dif ferent countries, spanning From left: Ken Irving ’84, Alex Paterson ’83, and Mike Lewis ’83 nine time zones. Irv is based in Canada (Victoria, British Columbia), Mike is in the USA (Boston, Massachusetts), not walled gardens, the Drama Department being a per- and Alex in Sweden (Stockholm). fect example. All it took was one student or professor to make a case for trying something different, and the next Where it all began thing you knew you were giving it a go. Showing up in Alex and Irv, who were high-school classmates, met Mike Lennoxville in 1980, acting had never crossed my mind when they were part of the same theatrical production as a possibility, and even less so for life after graduation. on campus. Their time at Bishop’s was filled with great Maybe it was the ‘why not’ ethos from Bishop’s that got moments shared with many people. “We acted in plays us back on stage together.” Irv hesitates and adds, “The directed by teachers,” Alex recalls, “They would invite prospect of seeing friends for a post-performance party, people from different departments to participate so it re- reminiscent of a Bishop’s Pub Night, may also have had ally brought us together.” some influence.” Mike remembers one of his professors as being particularly inclusive. “He didn’t stereotype people. He reached A friendship as strong as ever out to the whole community and offered people from dif- The trio had a reunion not so long ago, and this is what ferent backgrounds the chance not only to enjoy theatre, sparked the idea of their theatrical comeback. Alex but also to get involved.” described, “We were at Irv’s cottage in Maine and were “The three of us were quite active in various aspects of reminiscing about our time at Bishop’s. Then we asked campus life,” Irv reflects. “The beauty of being a student ourselves, ‘Wouldn’t it be fun to put together another at Bishop’s was the ability to get to know people outside play?’ But it was difficult because we live in three different of your own area of academic, athletic or community countries and have families, but because we said it was focus. Departments and organized student groups were impossible we absolutely had to do it.”

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week before, and were now working on this one. It was like there was no lapse in time from Bishop’s to today.”

College days linger ever in our hearts Interestingly, the performances at Crow’s Theatre became a reunion for many of the trio’s classmates as well. Some travelled great distances to cheer on their friends including Ikuo (Henry) Murata ’85 from Japan and Kevin Nealis ’84 from London, England! Mike described an incredibly emotional moment. “I found it extremely They were definitely up to the challenge! “Alex sent humbling and powerful that so many people from so long an email to someone about what we were planning, and ago came together. It was an almost surreal experience that person gave us a list of reasons not to do it. To us, and one of the most memorable adventures in my life. It it became a list of reasons why we should do it,” Mike is also a great testament to Bishop’s and the loyalty the explained. school fosters from its students and alumni. I graduated Rehearsing for a play in three different countries was a from UMass Amherst after leaving Lennoxville, but my challenge, but they did it thanks to dedication and tech- time spent at Bishop’s and the incredible friends I made nology. “We used an online platform called Zoom. Two or there were hugely impactful and incredibly positive. The three times a week we would read the play, practice, and fact my family was witness to all of this was the proverbial discuss. We video-rehearsed in our kitchens, bedrooms, icing on the cake (purple icing, of course).” even airports! Finally, we had two weeks in Toronto to Alex emphasized the rarity of such an event. “It is prepare in person,” Alex explained with enthusiasm. mind blowing because I hadn’t seen most of these peo- Rehearsing in person became an unforgettable experi- ple since I was at Bishop’s. This has touched a nerve in a ence. “I felt like we didn’t miss a beat,” Mike recounted. way I didn’t expect – it was so exciting. I’m shocked, but “Everyone was the same great people they were. To me, touched – truly a once in a lifetime opportunity.” it felt like we had just finished a Bishop’s production the

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SHEDDING LIGHT ON A MYSTERY: THE FILM PREMIERE OF “What Happened to Sherman Peabody”

n January 23, 2019, Bishop’s from the Old Library in McGreer, to OUniversity was proud to present the National Archives in Ottawa, to the premiere of the documentary film the Public Record Office in London, What Happened to Sherman Peabody. to Cirey (population 48) in the Vosges Directed by Sarah Fournier ’17, Mountains of France. Through inten- filmed byBen Tracy ’17, and narrat sive research, including interviews in ed by Royal Orr ’78 – with Dr. Steven France with present-day villagers, the Woodward (English Department) students determined the pilots were overseeing its production – this proj likely captured and then brought to ect was a true Bishop’s family affair. the nearby Natzweiler-Struthof con- Made for the 175th anniversary of centration camp where they were BU, the 18-minute film tells the story killed. of Sherman Peabody, a Science Major While this project was initiat- who, during the Second World War, ed by the Peck Family, the students left Bishop’s before finishing his de- surmised that Harry Doe’s relatives gree to become an RCAF Flying Officer would also want closure. They even- and the pilot of a Lancaster heavy tually found his nephew Richard bomber. On July 28, 1944, while tak- Doe, who lives in California. ing part in a raid on Stuttgart, his Sean Summerfield ’17, who re- From left: R. L. (Lou) Fiddick, plane was shot down over eastern cently completed his MA in History Sherman Peabody and Harry Doe France by a German night fighter. at the University of Waterloo, called Two men managed to parachute out, this experience unique. “I was ap- me and one that is unique to Bishop’s proached by members of educational model.” the faculty because they Jon Peck describes the moment knew I had an interest that he received the news of Sherman in the Second World War Peabody’s fate as shocking. “It was a and specifically in avia- blow because you always hope for the tion and military histo- positive. I remember my father and I ry,” he recalled. would travel to France and Germany “More often, at least looking at gravestones to see whether From left: Richard Doe, Jon Peck, and Sean Summerfield ’17 at the undergraduate lev- we could find Sherman. The family el, students aren’t given lore was that he survived the crash and three bodies were recovered at nearly the amount of responsibility and had amnesia.” As for Richard the crash site. However, Sherman’s that Megan, Spiro and I were given,” Doe, he felt relief to finally get an- body and that of one of his fellow he says. “Not only did I have the swers, even if Sherman and Harry crewmembers, James Harrington chance to conduct secondary research met a tragic fate. “It was comforting (Harry) Doe, were never found. on campus in the Old Library (where to meet Sherman’s family, and we In 2016, Jon and Robert Peck, Sherman Peabody would have spent will be friends forever. We all expe- relatives of Sherman Peabody, con- hours as a student) but I also got to rienced a deep sadness knowing they tacted the University to see if the do field research throughout Canada, died at the hands of this brutal kill- History Department would be inter- the United Kingdom, France, and ing machine, but I keep thinking that ested in conducting research into Germany.” The experience helped at least they were together until the Sherman’s fate. Under the guidance Sean as he continued his studies. very end.” of Dr. Michael Childs and Dr. Jean “When I started graduate school, I Manore from the History and Global already had the core skills that are so You can watch the documentary Studies Department, three students, important in the development of a on YouTube: www.youtube.com/ Spiro Trent ’17, Megan Whitworth historian, and these skills were honed watch?v=iagXHKxUoiE&feature= ’17 and Sean Summerfield ’17 fol- by the work I did on this project”. He youtu.be lowed the trail of Sherman Peabody adds, “It was a unique experience for

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DUAL AWARDS FOR DUAL PASSIONS: DR. SARAH-MYRIAM MARTIN-BRÛLÉ

t’s no secret that Bishop’s gains top presented with the Outstanding Centre Course as a participant. She I marks when it comes to student sat Delegation Award, which is granted is now a senior instructor for that isfaction. Our culture of inclusion and to only the top 5% of delegations out program. The following year she was support is a major draw for applicants of 200 participants. hired by the UN Operations Crisis from around the world. But it’s import Centre to write the first employee ant to note that Bishop’s also supports Beyond Bishop’s handbook for intelligence analysts. faculty members who bring a com In March 2018, Dr. Martin-Brûlé mitment to research and knowledge hosted a conference at Bishop’s ti- Fullbright honours mobilization into their classrooms. tled Engendering International Security: It’s this level of excellence that led to Dr. Sarah-Myriam Martin- Dr. Martin-Brûlé’s award of Brûlé is one of those the Fulbright Fellowship for teachers. 2018–2019. As a Fulbright A professor in the Canada Research Chair in Department of Politics and Peace and War Studies at International Studies, Dr. the College of Liberal Arts Martin-Brûlé was present- of Norwich University, she ed with the 2018 William is continuing her research and Nancy Turner Award and work training UN intel- for Teaching Excellence ligence analysts. at Convocation. Her “It is a privilege to re- nomination came cour- ceive such honours,” says tesy of Junru Bian ’19, Dr. Martin-Brûlé. “It is im- an Honours International portant for me because I Studies major with mi- love my work both as a pro- nors in Political Studies fessor and a researcher.” and French as a Second Dr. Sarah-Myriam Martin-Brûlé Language. Canadian, NATO, and UN Perspectives. Why Bishop’s Bian characterized Dr. Martin- This examination of women’s in- When asked about her career at Brûlé as a professor who “has not volvement in international secu- Bishop’s University, the professor only been able to provide unique rity featured such panelists as the speaks with obvious pride. “The insti- learning opportunities through her Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, tutional culture at Bishop’s is incred- simulation-oriented courses, but has who at the time was Minister of ible because it supports innovative also exhibited a significant level of International Development; Kerry pedagogical methods and provides empathy towards her students in re- Buck, Ambassador and Permanent generous support to researchers.” spect to their personal backgrounds Representative of Canada to the The unique close-knit community and situations. She is also willing to North Atlantic Council; Marc-André and student engagement at Bishop’s include them within the frameworks Franche, Chief of the United Nations also gains high marks from Dr. of her own research, exposing them Peacebuilding Fund; and Larisa Martin-Brûlé. to even more opportunities and plat- Galadza, Director General of Peace “The small class sizes, coupled forms to gain practical experience.” and Stabilization Operations, Global with the enthusiasm of the Bishop’s Dr. Martin-Brûlé’s United Nations Affairs Canada. student body and the collabora- Practicum course is one of the most Dr. Martin-Brûlé has been research- tive and supportive environment sought-after classes at BU, bringing ing UN peacekeeping operations for of colleagues, have been incredibly students to the New York Model over 15 years. Bishop’s has support- exciting. I look forward to devel- United Nations simulation orga- ed her with grants for field research, oping more projects that generate nized by the National Collegiate notably to attend courses offered by rigorous and stimulating learning Conference Association. Teams the United Nations. In 2015, she at- opportunities.” from Bishop’s have repeatedly been tended a UN Joint Mission Analysis

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RADICAL TIMES, ENGAGING SOLUTIONS

RCMP, courtesy of a five-year grant from Public Safety Canada. “Youth engagement is probably the most effective practice in pre- venting young people from being se- duced into these radical groups,” she says. “That’s how we got partnered up with the RCMP. “We’re looking at the different ways that young people understand their identity in a societal context. The idea is that if young people feel empowered and engaged in main- stream society, there will be no need Dr. Heather Lawford to reach out to these radicalized groups.” n the years since 9/11, talk of a post-doc with the Students And while terrorism may seem a terrorism has become a recur Commission of Canada (SCC). She’s distant threat, Dr. Lawford offers a re- ring and seemingly permanent now a co-director of research for that minder that radicalization is not sim- part of our lives. Indeed, it’s dif organization, helping to create pos- ply an international problem. Ificult to imagine a day free of news itive platforms for youth to share “I’ve always thought it was some- reports detailing some new atrocity. their own experiences and insight in thing the States has to worry about,” But what drives these acts of violence a public forum. she says. “Certainly the attack on and intimidation? And, more impor “The dominant view is that young the mosque in 2017 in Quebec City tantly, how do we make it stop? people don’t have anything to of- contradicts that idea. The RCMP is Dr. Heather Lawford is one of fer until they get an education, un- highly aware of any cells operating in a handful of researchers asking til they’re older or until they have a Canada, and especially the rise of the these questions. As an Associate job,” she says. “If they are not listen- radicalized right.” Professor in Bishop’s Department of ing to us, it might be because we’ve It’s the influence of groups like the Psychology, who was appointed as told them they don’t matter yet.” SCC and sharing her research in her a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in One of Dr. Lawford’s outreach ac- classroom at Bishop’s that keeps Dr. Youth Development on January 16, tivities is through the SCC’s Sharing Lawford optimistic in regards to to- 2019, Dr. Lawford’s work regarding the Stories conference, where youth morrow’s leaders. the radicalization of youth by violent are encouraged to share their expe- “It’s added enormous meaning to extremist groups has offered some in- riences and perspectives. She’s also my life to bring my students to that teresting answers. involved in a national conference world,” she explains. “To say, ‘Look called The Canada We Want. what you can do, and look at how Partnering with youth “It’s a conference that young peo- much can be done,’ and see how to find solutions ple come to for a week,” Dr. Lawford they carry this knowledge back to the “It’s really about seeing youth from says. “They pick a change they want campus with them. It’s inspiring and a positive point of view,” says Dr. to see in our country, and talk about energizing.” Lawford. “If we don’t start partnering how to attain it. The Prime Minister Dr. Lawford is one of three with youth, including them in deci- has actually tweeted about it.” Canada Research Chairs at Bishop’s sions and listening to their voices, University. The others are Dr. then bad things will happen.” The power of engagement Matthew Peros (Climate and Dr. Lawford became interested Another aspect of her work involves Environmental Change) and Dr. in youth issues while completing working in conjunction with the Jason Rowe (Exoplanet Astrophysics).

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35 YEARS OF MEN’S RUGBY

eptember 22, 2018 was a the reunion raised almost $110,000 special day for the Bishop’s for student-athletes. Gaiters Men’s Rugby Program. New Head Coach, Andy Cowell Over 125 alumni and friends ’89, commented, “The support our Sreturned to campus, from far and players receive from the rugby alum- Bill Robson (circa 1985) wide, to celebrate Coach Bill Robson ni every year is legendary and unique For Coach Robson, it was a unique and his 35-year legacy of rugby at in our league. The funds raised al- celebration. “No matter what year Bishop’s. The day opened with the lows a small school like Bishop’s to the players came to Bishop’s, there undefeated 1992-1993-1994 teams be competitive at the top levels. Our was an instant connection,” he said, being inducted onto the Bishop’s current players know this and appre- “It was incredibly rewarding to see Athletic Wall of Distinction. It contin ciate the support. The success of an their smiles when everyone was to- ued with a lunch and speeches on the event like this is in recognition of gether.” He also described the joy of TD Terrace, followed by cheering on the dedication and hard work of Bill hearing about former rugby players. the 2018 Rugby Team that beat cross- Robson, Lissa McCrae, and in recent “What pleased me the most was to town rival Université de Sherbrooke years, Charles Goode ’01. It is anoth- learn about the contributions they before a closing cocktail. Thanks to a er example of what makes this school have made to rugby and to their com- challenge gift from Roger Hardy ’93, so special!” munities after graduation.”

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GARTH SMITH (1932–2018)

he celebration of Bishop’s 175th birthday cannot take place without remembering those who have made life at Tthe University so special. Athletics at Bishop’s has been, and will always be, a focal point for school spirit but sadly two pioneers of the Athletics program passed away in 2018. The last issue of the Bishop’s Magazine paid tribute to the late Bruce Coulter and just prior to press time, Garth Smith passed away on July 31st at the age of 86. In his note to the Bishop’s community Principal Goldbloom wrote: “Garth leaves a unique and enduring legacy at Bishop’s. He was an inspira- tion throughout the 38 years he gave Sylvia (Burt) ’55 and the Late Garth Smith to this institution, to its athletes and his colleagues. He left an indelible met Garth in one way or another, ever-willingness to help in his quiet impression on our community both especially at the Old Lennoxville and shy manner.” here at Bishop’s and in the Eastern course. He was the resident pro there Bruce Stevenson ’76, a former Townships.” from 1957 until 1991. He was also at Gaiter who played basketball under Garth was a pioneer of our the core of the group that launched Garth in the early 70s, recounted Athletics program. In the 1950s, the Milby Golf Course and a pro at how Garth and one team manager he took charge of what was still an both courses for a dozen years in the were the only ones responsible for emerging, informal organization 1960s and 1970s.” the development of the team and and helped build the great sports November 10, 2018 was the date the home game productions. There tradition that is synonymous with chosen by the Smith family to cel- was one row of chairs around the Bishop’s today. ebrate Garth’s life. The mid-after- outside of the court, admission was If you have golfed in the Eastern noon celebration took place at the free, there was no videotape, no Townships, the odds are you have Old Lennoxville Golf Club where physiotherapists, and only two ref- over two hundred of Garth’s family, erees, who were chosen at Garth’s friends and former players gathered discretion and as part of his responsi- to remember and honour him. A fea- bilities to provide officiating at home ture of the memorabilia table was the games. The key was still narrow and score clock that hung in the Memorial there was a “no-dunk” rule designed Gymnasium (known as “The Pit” to to keep the rims attached to the old so many) through the 60s and until wooden backboards. He spoke of how the mid-70s when the John H. Price the game of basketball had changed Sports and Recreation Centre opened. over Garth’s lifetime but as much as Several speakers representing the dif- Garth embraced the changes, a part ferent facets of Garth’s life offered re- of him loved the simplicity of the flections on Garth, “often with pipe past. Bruce described watching the in hand, his dry sense of humor, his 1973 NCAA final with the entire team incredibly smooth golf swing, and an at Garth and Sylvia’s home – the first

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Monday night final and the begin- A truly special moment followed BASKETBALL TEAM ROOMS ning of a tradition both for the NCAA when Principal Goldbloom unveiled FORMER GAITERS LEAD and the Smith family. Bruce ended a plaque and a sign naming the THE CHARGE his remarks with: “Garth was truly a clubhouse, Chalet GARTH SMITH pioneer of the game but his legacy is Clubhouse, in honour of Garth’s devo- that of an avid sportsman, a devoted tion to athletics at Bishop’s and the pro- teacher, the ultimate gentleman, and motion of golf in the local community. above all, a wonderful family man Later, the group proceeded to the whose life was so well-lived. Only Mitchell Gymnasium for the 2018-19 hindsight informs us how fortunate Gaiter season home openers. Between and privileged we were to have Garth contests, Garth was honoured again Smith as our coach, our mentor, and with some caring words by former our friend. Rest in Peace Coach…and Gaiter coach Eddie Pomykala and a Go Gaiters!” moment of silence ensued. Two hard fought victories over the UQAM Citadins rounded out a perfect day of celebration for Garth and the Smith family. Undoubtedly, this would have been the best part of the day for Garth. We extend our most since condolences to Garth’s wid- ow Sylvia ’55, and his chil- elated to the celebration of Garth dren Kimball ’85, Jocelyn R Smith’s life, many former bas and Vicki. ketball Gaiters returned to campus to participate in the activities of the Barrie Hall ’70 by the memorabilia table and score clock day, including the ribbon-cutting cer emony to inaugurate the men’s and women’s team rooms. The renovation of the team rooms produced spaces that would be the envy of professional organizations. And once again the generosity of Bishop’s alumni and friends allowed for the completion of this venture. Special thanks are extended to Blair Shier ’79 and Bob Goldberger ’79 for their contributions toward this project and to the many other donors, including fans and former women’s basketball players from the classes of 1953 to 2016. The new team rooms provide our student-athletes the finest in athletic 50th Reunion of the Bishop’s 1967 Championship Basketball Team (May 26, 2017) facilities during their time as Gaiters From left: (front) Butch Staples ’67, Rich Purcell ’69, Brad Jones ’68, Barrie Hall ’70, and the and they serve as incredible recruit- Late Garth Smith; (back) Lindsay Black ’69, John McDonaugh ’67, ing tools for our basketball coaches as Ken Flewwelling ’68, the Late Dave Oldfield ’67, Peter Munzar ’67, they search for the next Gaiter great. Nick Busing ’68, and John MacKenzie ’69

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ALL-STAR STUDENTS: BOTH IN COMPETITION AND THE CLASSROOM

amuel Marceau ’19 and Maude S Archambault ’19 are Academic All-Canadians. This means they maintained an academic average of 80% or higher and are elite athletes. We had the chance to chat with them in the fall about their daily routines and the impact donors have had on their BU experience.

Samuel Marceau Hometown: Saint-Henri, QC Age: 22 Sport/Position: Lacrosse, Defensive Midfield Sam Marceau ’19 and Maude Archambault ’19 are two of 55 Academic All-Canadians at Bishop’s who have combined Program: Major in Sports Studies first-class marks in the classroom with leadership on a Gaiter team. with a minor in Business After Bishop’s: Graduate Studies to Bishop’s University: “I consider sure I am having fun in whatever I am in Physiotherapy myself very fortunate for my awards, participating in,” she says. She also because it allows me to focus on my volunteers for the Junior Gaiters on Samuel’s life has always revolved academics and sport, instead of wor- weekends. Maude’s love of basketball around sports. Prior to Bishop’s, he rying about how to pay for school.” relates to teamwork. “When we work played high school lacrosse at Hebron Just prior to press time, Sam re- together, we each bring something to Academy in the United States. ceived the Lacrosse Coach’s Award the team. We develop skills that will Samuel recalls how he felt when at the Athletics Awards Banquet on help us later in life.” Maude describes he came to try out for the Bishop’s April 4, 2019. her experience at Bishop’s as enrich- squad: “I knew immediately that ing. “I love all the support I get from Bishop’s was the perfect place for me, Maude Archambault coaches, faculty, administrators, and and I was right – it was easy to adapt Hometown: everyone at the University. There is to the BU environment.” He shared St-Augustine-de-Desmaures, QC a strong sense of community, and what a typical week looks like. “We Age: 23 you really feel like you belong here.” have practice, at night, three times Sport /Position: Basketball, Guard Maude also feels confident about life a week, and on Tuesday we actually Program: Double Major in after Bishop’s and she is most appre- do yoga”, he says, “it’s a lot of work, Accounting and Finance ciative of the many generous donors but we are tight. We are there to sup- After Bishop’s: Graduate Studies in who support student-athletes and the port each other and challenge each Accounting to acquire CPA many academic scholarships that are other to be the best that we can be.” available. Samuel is also involved in initiatives To say that Maude’s schedule is Maude is already off to a good off the field such as volunteering for packed is an understatement. On start. In February, she was one of the Pumpkin Patrol (a yearly initia- her busiest days she will start bas- four young women in Quebec select- tive to ensure the safety of children ketball practice at 6:30 am, do some ed to receive the Relève award from at Halloween), being a teacher’s assis- weight lifting, prepare for school the Association des femmes en finance tant, tutoring French, and shadowing and six hours of classes, and many du Québec. As such, she has earned a at the Sports Clinic on campus. He is evenings she will be found coaching three-month work placement with very grateful for the many scholar- high school basketball at Mont Notre- RBC Royal Bank upon graduation. ships he’s received thanks to donors Dame in Sherbrooke. “I always make

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COMING HOME AFTER 50 YEARS Gabrielle Lesage ’18, Advancement Something to cheer about At dinner, our guests entered the Associate, shares her impressions of the On Friday, attendees were greeted Cleghorn Room in McGreer to the return of graduates from the classes of by enthusiastic cheerleaders who sounds of the most popular songs 1967–1969 for Homecoming 2018 – officially welcomed them back to from the 1960s. Before the main half a century after they left the “Mighty our beautiful campus. After smiles, course, they were entertained by a Massawippi Shore.” laughs, and a lot of pictures, the Power Point presentation featuring group was invited to a reception in many pictures from their yearbooks. omecoming Weekend at Bishop’s the lobby of the new Library Learning To the alumni, it was nostalgic; for Hmeans different things to differ Commons. A student orchestra creat- me, it was a chance to learn about a ent people. For some, it is a time to ed a soothing ambiance and greetings Bishop’s I did not know. Memories spend with friends, or catch up with from Principal Goldbloom made for a were shared throughout the evening, a favorite professor. For others, it is perfect start to the weekend. and as the night went on, it was as watching the Gaiters roar on Coulter if the years spent apart melted away. Field. For an extra-special group of On Saturday morning at the alumni, it was an especially mem Pancake Breakfast, our special guests orable journey back to their purple had the opportunity to mingle with home. current students and more recent In September, we welcomed the graduates. graduating classes of 1967, 1968, and 1969 to celebrate their 50th reunion. Bishop’s then and now Many of them had not been back Later, the group took a campus to Bishop’s since their Convocation. tour. Each building we visited held This was my first Homecoming as an memories of good times past. The From left: Erica Bell-Lowther ’68, alumna and as someone now work- alumni commented on how things Duncan Miller ’68, Pat (Winters) ing at the Advancement Office, I had had changed. To them, Centennial Lemche ’68, Kenneth Bradley ’68, the privilege to spend time with this and Ann (Cawley) Miller ’70 Theatre was brand new when they amazing group of people. continues next page

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were students, and Bandeen was the dining hall. Mackinnon was an all-female residence where the Dean of Women was ruthless about enforcing the rules! The area where the Gait is currently located was known as the Memorial Gymnasium or “The Pit.” For me, this was like stepping through time. I had the chance to experience Bishop’s in a completely new light, and in some ways, I felt closer to our University than ever before. Another highlight of the weekend was when the group, led by a bagpip- er, walked out on Coulter Field wear- From left: Graham Moodie ’69, Jayne (Pearston) Suzuki ’68, and Will Webster ’67 ing gowns – yes, Bishop’s students wore gowns to class until 1970 – to Common connections hairs here and there, but the excite- perform the ceremonial kick-off be- Even though we graduated 50 years ment of the reunion group was cap- fore the football game. The alumni apart, I felt like we connected on tured by their youthful glow that smiled as their 50-year milestone was many levels. The reunion allowed reinforced the line from our school applauded in true Bishop’s fashion. me to learn more about my alma song: “College days will linger ever in Reunion attendees also brought mater and what it means to be a part our hearts!” back tokens and objects from their of the Bishop’s family. For the group, A special thanks to our Class time at Bishop’s. There were pins from it was an unforgettable experience Chairs Will Webster ’67, Jayne the Carnivals, “Froshie” hats, year- that I hope brought them as much (Pearston) Suzuki ’68 and Graham books and countless photos. These joy as it gave us planning and host- Moodie ’69. We couldn’t have pulled items were donated to the Archives, ing the event. this off without you. leaving a lasting legacy of the ’67,’68, The passing of time has brought and ’69 group on our campus. a couple of wrinkles and a few grey

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MAKING BISHOP’S HISTORY ACCESSIBLE TO THE WORLD: THE DIGITIZATION OF THE MITRE

This was followed in 1866 by The Student’s Monthly, which highlighted topics on literature, education, poetry, the classics, as well as events happening at the college. Neither lasted beyond a few issues. The Mitre however, withstood the test of time and is now the longest running university publication in Canada.

During World War I, the problems of war and peace consumed almost half the magazine, with news of former students who were at war, or lost in battle. Twenty-five years later it was wartime again, and students were urged to do their part “in the campaign to stamp out the Axis.” With the introduction of The Campus in 1944, The Mitre devoted itself to being an arts From the first volume ofThe Mitre, 1893–1894 magazine. Photography was introduced as a new artistic focus in 1969, with paintings or the past few years, Dr. Claire Grogan (English and musical compositions making periodic appearances Department), with the help of five student interns, in the ensuing years. Today, The Mitre still highlights the has been working to reconnect our community literary and artistic creations of Bishop’s students, staff, with part of Bishop’s history. Thanks to their ef and the community. Fforts, all previous editions of The Mitre, Canada’s oldest student literary journal, can be viewed online. Dr. Grogan’s Project Past editors of The Mitre, Paulina Grant ’77, Steven The idea of digitizing The Mitre began when Dr. Grogan Balkou ’84, Valerie Buchanan ’91 and Jeff Parent ’14, taught a “War and Literature” course in the winter of 2015. returned to campus in November 2018 to help commem- “I was pondering how to help my students better under- orate this important milestone. stand the impact of the war at an individual level when at the Remembrance Day Service in 2015 the Chaplain, The Roots of The Mitre Reverend Heather Thomson, quoted an excerpt from a The Mitre was first published in June of 1893. The edi- student’s letter published in The Mitre of 1915,” she ex- tor stated: “The character of our magazine we hope [is] plained. “I was surprised since I only knew The Mitre as an to make acceptable to all who are interested not only annual publication of creative writing and artwork. When in Bishop’s College, but in the more extended realm of I discovered the journal ran a special section entitled ‘Our University life and thought.” In the second issue pub- Fighting Men’ I knew I had a means to allow my students lished in October of 1893, the editors stressed: “The very to shadow their peers from 1914 through World War I.” cause of the existence of our paper, is to give a constant Dr. Grogan’s class had the opportunity to learn about the reflection of the changes and events which take place war through the experiences of past Bishop’s students, within the walls or at least beneath the shadow of our and these primary sources proved to be instrumental for University.” They wanted to “not only establish a success- the final semester projects. ful college magazine but [to] create an esprit du corps.” Once the course was over Dr. Grogan knew there was Interestingly, it was not the University’s first publica- more to be done. “I realized that such a fantastic trove of tion. That honour goes to the short lived The Frying Pan material, only available in hard copy in the Old Library, that focused on “the domestic economy of the college”. should be electronically accessible,” she said. “So I began, continues next page

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what became a fairly slow process, to bring this project to completion.” The project was a collective effort among Dr. Grogan, students, staff and librarians at the Library Learning Commons and the Old Library, along with Julie Fradette, Bishop’s webmas- ter. Each volume of The Mitre, from 1893 to the present day, was scanned and then edited using an Optical Character Recognition program. One can now search the database by year, author, or keyword.

The Result Today, everyone can peruse previous editions of The Mitre with the click of a button. Easy access to all volumes allows read- ers the opportunity to travel through time to discover what From left: Dr. Claire Grogan, David Stewart ’90 was happening at Bishop’s. To access and enjoy The Mitre visit: and past editor, Valerie Buchanan ’91 www.ubishops.ca/library/old-library/the-mitre-archives/ TEACHING TIME ime, the great enigma. It residential institutions share a fo- at Acadia, and Dr. David Hornidge, slips through our fingers. It cused commitment to the undergrad- Professor of Physics at Mount Allison, drags, then it flies. We both uate experience. “In the past, courses to plan a syllabus that would see all waste it and save it. It’s no have been offered on one Maple four of them instructing the class Twonder that philosophers and sci League campus, with students from through video feeds. entists have spent lifetimes trying to the other three universities being “Each campus has a telepresence understand and define this universal able to attend via technology,” Dr. room,” says Dr. Murray. “Ours is the constant. Murray says. “But this Fall we decided RBC Videoconference Hub in the “There are so many ways to look to take a broad theme and examine it new Library Learning Commons, and at time,” says Dr. Michele Murray, it’s just fantastic. Teaching that way Dean of Arts & Science, and Professor is a bit of an adjustment at first, but of Religion at Bishop’s. “Different it worked out very well and the stu- perspectives offer a wide variety of dents were really engaged.” insights.” Different perspectives A Maple League collaboration Looking at time from the perspective With that in mind, Dr. Murray worked of religion, Dr. Murray approached alongside professors from three other the subject from a personal point of universities in the Fall 2018 semester from different perspectives. One pro- view, exploring issues such as human to create TIME, a multidisciplinary fessor from each of the four campuses mortality. “We’re all going to die,” course presented on several fronts. would approach the concept of time she says. “Cognizance of that brings The premise? Each professor brings from his or her disciplinary field.” questions of how we can create a life his or her own field of research and that’s meaningful.” expertise to an expanded, virtual Combining forces “Then I segued into religious tra- classroom. through technology dition, and how we create sacred The participating professors are The original proposal for TIME came rituals to mark time. For instance, part of the Maple League, formed courtesy of Dr. Michael Cardinal- many Jews mark the Sabbath, hon- in 2013 as a collaboration among Aucoin, Professor of Biology at St. ouring the account of creation in the Bishop’s, Mount Allison, Acadia Francis Xavier University. He and book of Genesis. God rested on the and St. Francis Xavier universities. Dr. Murray joined forces with Dr. Sabbath, and humans are enjoined to These small, liberal arts, primarily Jeff Hennessy, Professor of Music do likewise.”

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Dr. Murray also had her students write their own obituaries. “I think that was initially a bit shocking for them. I wanted them to- think about how they would like to look back on their lives and what they would want people to say about them. Such an assignment provides insight into what matters most to a person.” time. He cited animal behaviour and Student praise As a busy academic, Dr. Murray cycles of mating and shedding, and Jeremy Audet (BA English) praised had initially planned to limit her the possibility of an internal clock to the course for allowing him to ex- involvement to teaching. But she observe time. plore topics outside his field of study: quickly became fascinated by her col- “As an English major, the opportu- leagues’ presentations. nity to learn about black holes, the “My mind was blown away so “I think that was initially a physics of time, eastern religions, many times throughout the semes- bit shocking for them. the circadian rhythm of animals, ter,” she says. “David Hornidge ap- and the different time measurements proached the subject from a physics I wanted them to think about in music was completely out of my point of view, talking about how how they would like to look educational world. Exiting my field the body understands the passage of back on their lives and what broadened my perspective on the time. He noted how astronauts age world, too often limited by schools more slowly because time operates they would want people to and careers. Having the opportunity differently in space.” say about them. Such an to step outside my comfort zone and She was also interested in Dr. challenge myself, all the while in an Hennessy’s discussion of differences assignment provides insight open, interesting learning environ- between Western and Eastern mu- into what matters most ment, was beyond delightful.” sic, and the influence of the Roman to a person.” Georges-Philippe Gadoury-Sansfaçon Church on Western concepts of tim- (BSc Double Major Mathematics and ing. “He pointed out that, thousands Psychology) added: “We all knew of years ago, monks would pound something different about the four the floor with canes to keep the beat Sitting in on the other teachers’ fields. This allowed us to cooperate in chanting. The beats would be in classes was a welcome change of pace and to not only gain knowledge from threes, because it was considered for Dr. Murray, and she relished the the teachers, but also to get help from the perfect number, reflective of the opportunity to explore a topic from our peers and to share interesting concept of the Trinity – the Father, different disciplinary perspectives. additional information and experi- the Son and the Holy Spirit – within “I learned along with the stu- ences, which rounded everything up Christianity.” dents,” she says. “I was out of my perfectly.” Dr. Cardinal-Aucoin’s contribu- comfort zone, and it was a wonder- tion included a discussion on how ful, stimulating experience.” bodies understand the passage of

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SHAKESPERIENCE THE BEST OF STAGE AND PAGE

Festival. This blends the best of page and stage, while encour- aging critical thinking and a deeper understanding of the texts under analysis. Shakesperience students range in age from 18 to 75. From left: Carole Macaulay, Dr. Jessica It has included re- Riddell and John Macaulay ’62 tirees, working pro- fessionals, faculty members from Travel and accommodation are or the third year in a row, other universities, and students included in the course. While in Bishop’s University is offer from the Maple League of univer- Stratford, participants engage in as- ing an innovative spring sities – Acadia, Bishop’s, St. Francis pects of theatre that they may never course for participants both Xavier, and Mount Allison. Last year, have experienced before. They watch Fwithin and outside school walls. ten of the 19 participants took the six plays featured at the Stratford Shakesperience (ENG 225) is an im course for credit while the rest en- Festival across different genres and mersive learning experience open to joyed it as a non-credit experience. styles, including three works by students (for credit) and to students Bishop’s alumni who have partic- Shakespeare, musicals, plays from the of life (alumni, parents of students, ipated include John Luxton ’67, Greek and Roman Theatre tradition, staff and professors). John Macaulay ’62, Judith Rinfret and newly commissioned works by For eight days in June, Shake- ’62, Jeff Reichheld ’92, Robbyne V. Canadian playwrights. sperience immerses students in the MacKenzie ’12, Paul K. Turner ’59, The students also learn about the full experience of theatre, combining Max Crowther ’98, Asha-Maria Bost backstage life of the largest repertory time spent in the classroom with a ’17, and Tim Campbell ’93. theatre in North America. They par- road trip to the renowned Stratford ticipate in dance and combat work- shops, tour behind-the-scenes stages, dress up in vintage costumes from the vast costume warehouse, and meet with cast members from various shows. Post-show Question and Answer sessions offer students the unique opportunity to learn from the actors themselves. Shakesperience allows students to view theatre through multiple lenses, and helps them form a deeper understanding of the time and deep engagement that goes into planning and executing a theatrical production. For more information, please visit www.bushakesperience.com.

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Leading the WayCAMPAIGN REPORT 2012–2018 C a m pa i g n F i n a l R e p o r t

The impact of YOUR giving

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, Leading the Way raised more than $44.5 million

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MESSAGE FROM THE CO-CHAIRS Campaign Cabinet

Campaign Co-Chairs hen the Leading the Daniel Fournier Way Campaign was Tim Griffin ’71 launched, we had hoped Bishop’s alumni Executive Cabinet Wand friends would support our goal of Peter Dunn ’66 raising $30 million over five years. Tom Godber ’85 Michael Goldbloom, C.M. We could not know you would do that Robert Goldberger ’79 and so much more. Thanks to your George Hendy ’68 loyalty, generosity, and the leadership Philip Johnston ’59 of Principal Michael Goldbloom, $30 Nadia Martel ’90 million became a record-breaking Matt McBrine ’96 Wilfrid Morin $44.5 million. Jacqueline Scott ’90 The original target was considered a stretch. Everyone said raising that Eastern Townships Division amount was impossible. But donors Tom Allen ’69 really stepped up to the plate and Chris Forsythe ’99 the objective was reached over a year Robert Hall ’79 Nadia Martel ’90 ahead of schedule. Wilfrid Morin We felt we had momentum on our side and said “let’s go for $36 Montreal Division million”! Peter Dunn ’66 We continued to encourage con- Robert Dunn ’76 Tim Griffin ’71 and Daniel Fournier tributions, and eventually went back George Hendy ’68 to some previous donors, with the Alison Marks ’72 Mark Saykaly ’72 nerve to ask, “Would you consider Donations to the Campaign will Jake Vaughan ’87 increasing your gift?” Some said, “Are have a significant, long-term impact you out of your minds?” But a sur- on several aspects of the University. Toronto Division prising number said that they would And in the following pages you will Linton Carter ’89 get back to us, and then actually in- find examples of how you have Peter Caven ’72 creased their commitment. helped build a better BU. Robert Goldberger ’79 Hal Gould ’73 Though foundation and corporate Your generosity has allowed Tim Griffin ’71 donors contributed about 29% of the Bishop’s to plan for a bright and shin- Sasha Jacob ’95 total, in the final analysis, it came ing future with renewed confidence. Adam Jezewski ’00 down to individual donors: mostly We speak for our fellow volunteers in Samantha Juraschka ’12 graduates. They were extraordinary! the Leading the Way Campaign when Patrick Keeley ’93 David Kilburn ’92 It’s astonishing how loyal alumni we say, “Thank you for your out- Keith Labbett ’91 are to their alma mater. Also impres- standing support!”. Drew Williams ’08 sive is the fact that Bishop’s stu- —Daniel Fournier (proud parent) dents also put their shoulders to the and Tim Griffin ’71 Ottawa Division wheel, and voluntarily contributed Tim Saunders ’83 $1 million. Faculty and staff rose to Chad Schella ’94 the occasion too and supported the campaign at a rate of 80%. Without Calgary Division Buddy Herold ’96 a doubt, the success of the Campaign was a collective testament of our Vancouver Division community’s profound commitment John Nadeau ’80 to Bishop’s.

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Student Support and Academic Initiatives ENSURING STUDENT OPPORTUNITY FOR GENERATIONS TO COME

ishop’s prides itself on preparing students to Fund allowed me to study in the United States, and to enter an increasingly complex world through interact with student artists and professors there. It was collaborative and interdisciplinary approaches an amazing experience.” to education. But it cannot do this alone. “The second, the Peggy and David Savage Memorial BFortunately, donors at all levels showed their passion Scholarship was essential in providing financial support. for education by funding It came in the fall of 2018 scholarships, bursaries, op- “When donors support students, they open toward the end of my stu- portunity funds and other many doors for them. My gratitude to them dio time. I was struggling awards through the Leading financially, and stressed the Way Campaign. The is eternal for allowing me access to a great out about my future. I was majority of those funds education at Bishop’s University and worried that I had only are endowed, meaning the slim chances of getting proceeds will benefit gener- the keys to the world beyond.” into graduate school. I was ations of students to come. doubting myself and every Marie-Soleil “Sunny” Provençal ’19 will graduate pencil mark I put on paper. Then, I learned I had been in June with an Honours degree in Fine Arts with a stu- nominated just three weeks before the end of the term. It dio concentration. She intends to pursue her research was a pat on the back and reassured me I was on the right interests at the Master’s level at the Nova Scotia College path. I produced more work in those last three weeks than of Art and Design University, where she will investigate during the entire semester.” the evocative power of materials as co-participants in a “Bishop’s changed my life. Faculty have had a critical contemporary art practice. In 2017 and 2018, Sunny had impact on me, but donors ended up being really import- already distinguished herself when some of her artworks ant to my development. When donors support students, were selected by the Art Mûr contemporary art gallery in they open many doors for them. My gratitude to them Montreal for its annual exhibition of the most promising is eternal for allowing me access to a great education at artists from Canadian universities. Bishop’s University and the keys to the world beyond.” As a student, Sunny received financial support from To view Ms. Provençal’s works, please visit www.marie- the Rozynski Opportunity Fund and the Peggy and David soleilprovencal.com Savage Memorial Scholarship. Both funds were created during the Leading the Way Campaign, further to bequests to Bishop’s from the Late Wanda and Stanley Rozynski and the Late Marguerite Savage respectively. Sunny shared the impact these donations – in particular, bequests to the University – have had on her Bishop’s experience. “Bishop’s was a practical choice for me. I had the chance to learn English and to benefit from amazing studio space for such a small school. I think the size of the classes offered more opportunity to learn and to excel.” “Thanks to the recommendations of my professors I was lucky to be awarded two scholarships that opened doors for me. One, the Rozynski Opportunity Marie-Soleil “Sunny” Provençal ’19

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The Transformation of the Library A LIBRARY LEARNING COMMONS FOR TODAY’S MODERN WORLD

eptember 2018 was an excit instant hit with faculty and students, ing time for Bishop’s, as we providing an inviting space for re- celebrated the opening of our search and work. eagerly-anticipated Library Hilary Webster ’99 sits on the SLearning Commons, a $17 million R. Howard Webster Foundation’s project to better serve our growing Board of Directors, and feels the deci- student population. sion to allocate funds to this project Provincial and federal grants pro- was an easy choice. vided the main sources of funding, “Education has always been very but the project could not have pro- important to us, from the time my ceeded without the support of donors great-uncle Howard was in charge,” From left: Scott Lawson ’18, Principal to the Leading the Way Campaign, says Ms. Webster. “Bishop’s is some- Michael Goldbloom, C.M. and Doug starting with Bishop’s students who thing close to our family, and many Jarvis ’12. Scott and Doug led the committed $1 million over ten years. of us attended the University and effort to encourage the students’ Other donors including the have remained in the Townships.” $1 million commitment to the project. McConnell Foundation, Patterson Ms. Webster was particularly im- and Norman Webster ’62, DCL ’85, pressed with how significantly uni- also rooms that hold forums or class- the R. Howard Webster Foundation, versity education has changed in just es with other universities with the the Eric T. Webster Foundation, RBC two decades. “Libraries have evolved help of technology, so they’ve really Foundation and RBC Capital Markets into these learning commons,” she looked to the future in the design and contributed another $ 2.5 million. says. “The emphasis now is on group implementation.” This beautiful facility was an work and participation. There are As impressive as these advance- ments are to this stalwart alumna, the new aesthetic has also made quite an impact. “They did an exquisite job,” Ms. Webster enthuses. “It’s such a beautiful setting, and the architects have allowed the outdoors to come in. I think it must be a wonderful place for the students to work.” “The new Library Learning Commons is a tangible demonstra- tion of Bishop’s commitment to academic excellence. It is an outstanding resource for learning, teaching and research, through which our students can unleash their curiosity, creativity and innovation,” said Bishop’s University Principal Michael Goldbloom. We hope you will visit when you From left: Howard Davidson (President of the R. Howard Webster Foundation), Hilary are next on campus. Webster ’99, and Norman Webster ’62, DCL ’85 and Principal Michael Goldbloom, C.M.

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Business and Entrepreneurship TAKING LEARNING OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM

xperiential learning (EL) re teleconferencing. Students fers to “learning by doing”. also do field work, consult It compliments what students on projects and take on a learn in their lectures by ex variety of roles in the real Eposing them to real-life situations as world business environ- they happen. It encourages them to ment. Thanks to donors to solve problems, collaborate, inno the Campaign, students have vate, and lead. also participated in business Bishop’s small class sizes have case competitions such as made it a natural environment for the Rotterdam International integrating EL as an element of the Case Competition in 2017, Bishop’s experience, in all faculties. the Asian Business Case As such, enabling structured sup- Competition in Singapore in port to EL in the Williams School of 2018 and the Global Business Business (WSB) became a key goal of Case Competition in Seattle the Leading the Way Campaign. in 2019. “So far, it’s working great, “My dream is to have every with positive feedback from students, the businesses one of the 650 students in they help, and graduates,” the WSB work with a real Charlene proudly explains. client on a real project in The next step, which also will be made possible by dona- Charlene Marion ’06 a real company,” tions, is to build a Centre for Experiential Learning (CEL) Thanks to a lead donation from on the first floor of the Hamilton understanding and give students the Banque Nationale, and additional Building. Work is scheduled to begin chance to collaborate on solving real support from Caisse de dépôt et in 2020 at which point a celebration business problems.” placement du Québec and Daniel of the campaign donors who made In addition to EL and the CEL, and Caroline Fournier, the WSB this possible will take place. donors to the Campaign have sup- appointed Charlene Marion ’06 to “My dream is to have every one ported the operations of the Dobson- the full-time position of Experiential of the 650 students in the WSB work Lagassé Centre for Entrepreneurship, Learning Coordinator in 2016. with a real client on a real project thanks to which the University After seven years running the in a real company,” states Charlene. has been repeatedly recognized as a WSB’s cooperative education pro- “Ideally the field work will take place leading Canadian institution for gram, Charlene was the ideal choice around the world but failing that, developing entrepreneurial skills. for the role. She encompassed knowl- technology can bring the real world All this better ensures that busi- edge of the business program, and its to Bishop’s. We are planning a telep- ness graduates leave Bishop’s globally professors, as well as an understand- resence centre as part of the CEL, connected and locally relevant, with ing of the local business community. which will allow experts, including the skills and knowledge they need to “We have speakers from the cor- alumni, to share their knowledge be leaders in business, industry, their porate sector – many of them alum- from their own offices. The idea professions and beyond. ni – both in the flesh and through is to promote global and cultural

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Sports Centre and Athletics INVESTING IN BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT

he John H. Price Sports and Bernard remembers his time at Recreation Centre has al Bishop’s fondly; he continues to ways been a hub on cam maintain a strong relationship with pus, and it has become even his alma mater. “Since graduation Tmore popular thanks to the expan I have maintained my ties with sion, renovations and upgrades that Bishop’s. It is close to my heart. were made possible by generous gov Whenever I can help I am definitely ernment funding and the support of there.” Bernard gives back to Bishop’s campaign donors. for many reasons, but he credits the Since 2015, we have been proud unique learning environment as one to inaugurate the new Jane & Eric of the factors. “Bishop’s University Molson Arena, the TD Terrace, the promotes an educational model that Wally Denver Gym and the Bob J. prepares its students to not only ex- Goldberger Football Team Room, as cel in their chosen field but also to well as to recognize Ches Nadeau ’90 become good citizens of the world. It for his contribution to the purchase is a winning formula that keeps me of equipment for the fitness room. Bernard Hamel ’82 interested and proactive.” The Hamel Lounge is a modern Bernard Hamel also takes great space conveniently found at a central breathtaking view of the basketball pride in his contributions to location on the second floor of the court in the Mitchell Gymnasium. Bishop’s. “I hope more French first- John H. Price Sports and Recreation This venue was made possible by a language students will come to study Centre; students can study or meet generous donation from Bernard at Bishop’s because it has so much in the lounge, wait comfortably for Hamel ’82, an Eastern Township en- to offer and I hope to inspire more their appointment at the health clin- trepreneur who founded BHM Medical Francophones to become donors to ic just a few steps away, and have a in Magog. Bishop’s.”

The John H. Price Sports and Recreation Centre

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New Initiatives EXPLORING NEW OPPORTUNITIES THANKS TO THE VISION OF OUR DONORS

people. The leaders of Another key step forward has been Canadian universities, in- the establishment of a resource centre cluding Principal Michael for Indigenous students. Though the Goldbloom, committed to Indigenous Culture Alliance (ICA) honour these recommen- was founded in 2012, it wasn’t until dations through a series of 2018 that the ICA had a place to call principles, developed in home (one floor below the Foreman close consultation with Art Gallery). Indigenous communities. “It was critical to create a safe and Funding from the inclusive space for Indigenous stu- Quebec government al- dents,” says Mélissa. “There’s a fridge lowed Bishop’s to hire its and a microwave, a large screen TV first Indigenous Student and some couches where students Mélissa Poirier, Indigenous Student Support Support and Community can relax and hang out. It’s also open and Community Liaison Officer Liaison Officer to support to all students, because if you want hen determining Indigenous students on campus. to share your history and culture, you the objectives of Mélissa Poirier came to Bishop’s need to welcome people in.” the Leading the Way from Baie-des-Chaleurs on the Gaspé Bishop’s is committed to both in- Campaign we as Peninsula with her husband and five creasing the number of Indigenous Wsumed that with time, new initiatives children. They are members of the students on campus and to providing and opportunities would be wor Mi’kmaq community of Gesgapegiag. the support they need. “Furthermore, thy of consideration. And we were Now in her second year at Bishop’s, the faculty and administration are so right! The Stephen A. Jarislowsky Mélissa has already made an impres- supportive,” states Mélissa. “We start- Chair of Undergraduate Teaching sive start in fulfilling her mandate. ed from almost scratch here, but I see Excellence, Griffin Alumni House, the Mélissa has been instrumental in such a big difference already. The stu- David Jones Sustainability Fund and organizing activities that serve to ed- dents are happy and comfortable and the Hugh and Paule Scott Campus ucate and benefit students from both that’s key if you want to attract other Beautification Fund are all examples Bishop’s and Champlain College. Indigenous students.” of how donors, with their varied in September’s second annual Orange Building on a good beginning, terests, have made Bishop’s a better Shirt Day drew a large number of par- Ms. Poirier has high hopes for the institution through the Campaign. ticipants to acknowledge the trauma future. “There is a plan in the works Also noteworthy is the generosity of experienced by Indigenous children to convert Divinity House into the campaign donors like CN whose sup and to honour the victims of Canada’s Indigenous Resource Centre, giving port was channeled toward special residential school system. “Many the ICA room to grow with expanded projects and events for Indigenous of the ‘calls to action’ relate to edu- facilities, space for exhibits, and po- students. cational institutions,” says Mélissa. tentially a space for a visiting elder in The Truth and Reconciliation “When I arrived two years ago it was residence. But most important, it al- Commission of Canada completed surprising to see how few people lows the Bishop’s community further its final report in 2015 with nine- knew of about this part of our history opportunity to embrace the spirit of ty-four “calls to action” aimed at but it is necessary to understand the Truth and Reconciliation as we move creating a new relationship between past experiences of Indigenous people forward from a difficult past.” Indigenous and non-Indigenous in order to move forward.”

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The Revitalization of the Residences BETTER HOMES AWAY FROM HOME

eborah Langford is Director of in 1959, but we concluded that the DResidence, Food and Conference design is not optimal for today’s stu- Services at Bishop’s, and has been dents and the structure does not allow known to wear all three hats at once. us to make necessary modifications. She’s happy to do it. The cost to renovate it would be pro- “It’s a very exciting time for us hibitive.” Deborah further explained right now. The generosity of donors that for students to make new friends to the Campaign in residence more has contributed to community spaces Sophia Cumming, Residence Assistant bringing our hous- and lounges are es- ing plan to life.” sential. “Now, we am a 3rd year student in the Fifty years ago even put in kitch- “I Education program, and I the residences on ens where students have been a Residence Assistant the new side of can cook snacks (RA) for the last two,” says Sophia campus were a with their friends Cumming. “I live in residence, help model and inspira- and RA’s can use students transition from home to tion for universities them for residence living on their own, solve the occa across the country. activities.” sional roommate dispute, look out Their construction Another chal- for the sick and open locked doors.” provided enhanced lenge to building a I lived in Kuehner before the ren- Deborah Langford opportunities for community is that ovations and Abbott after, and there students living on doors in residence is world of difference. In the old campus to fully engage in Bishop’s have to be kept closed for fire safety block-style at Kuehner, it was a chal- unique campus life. But 50 years took reasons. However, architectural ad- lenge to keep an eye on things and their toll. Thanks in part to donors vances now enable doors that close harder for students to meet people who made unrestricted donations automatically when a fire alarm goes who were not on their immediate to the Leading the Way Campaign, off, thus allowing students to more floor. The new Abbott opens things residences are being renewed and freely interact with one another. up with long hallways and commu- expanded for current and upcoming Today, residence rooms include dou- nal spaces that feel more like home. generations of Bishop’s students. ble beds, window seats and more Having a common kitchen helps Deborah lists goals reached, and space generally, at the students’ students prepare for the day when future projects. “Renovations to request.” they will leave residence and move Abbott and Kuehner were undertak- Combined with improved dining into their own apartments. Being en in 2015 and 2017 respectively and options, enhanced accommodation an RA also has applications for my are complete. Munster will be ready choices have allowed the University’s future job as a teacher. before the end of May. Construction conference operation to be more I was extremely homesick when will start on a new residence in 2020, attractive to current and potential I got here, and my RA really helped while options for Norton and Pollack clients. In turn, the profits generated me get through it. It has been very are still being considered.” contribute toward creating a better rewarding to be able to help other Noteworthy is the status of residence life program and a most students do the same. For all of us, MacKinnon Hall, which is being torn enviable university experience for Bishop’s is our home, a place where down. “It was great when it opened current Bishop’s students. you’re a name, not a number.”

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Hugh Scott DCL ’99 $5,000,000+ $100,000–$249,000 & Paule Ouimet-Scott Anonymous (1) Anonymous (1) The Sedbergh Foundation Tania & Michael Cahill ’72 Blair ’79 & Julia ’81 Shier CIBC The Late William Stavert ’56 $1,000,000– Cascades & Margaret Stavert $4,999,999 John E. Cleghorn DCL ’89 John Stewart ’73 The Connor, Clark & Lunn Foundation The Estate of Sadiq Awan ’72 Daniel Fournier & Caroline Drouin Bishop’s University Students John ’57 & Nancy ’58 Gallop $50,000–$99,999 The Estate of Ronald Crowley ’64 Tom Godber ’85 Anonymous (1) John Donald ’60, DCL ’12 Robert Gordon ’60, DCL ’04 The Estate of Marion Bassett Scott Griffin ’60, DCL ’02 The Estate of Lorrenne Gordonsmith Bombardier Produits Récréatifs McConnell Foundation Hal Gould ’73 Boralex The Jarislowsky Foundation Bernard Hamel ’82 The Late Peter Boultbee ’67 The Joyce Family Foundation & Clémence Lacasse Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec Molson Foundation CN The Late Richard Tomlinson ’43, DCL ’89 50 Deloitte Path to the Énergir $500,000–$999,999 Campaign Goal EXP. 40 Michael Goldbloom & Fiona Macleod

Anonymous (1) $44.5 M Susan Gram Wally Denver ’61 Robert Hall ’79 Global Excel Management Heritage International Scholarship Trust Linda & Bob Goldberger ’79 30 Foundation Power Corporation of Canada Sasha Jacob ’95 R. Howard Webster Foundation Million Ronald Loucks ’74 & June De Souza 20 $27.3 M Lissa McRae & Bill Robson $250,000–$499,999 Métro Inc.

$20.7 M Sandra Miller ’90 Anonymous (3) Sean ’90 & Lara ’91 O’Brien Banque Nationale 10 John Oldland BMO Financial Group $12 M PGF - The Directors’ Charity Fund The Late Roberta Cameron ’78

$7.7 M Kathleen & Stephen Prest ’65 Desjardins $5.9 M 0 Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton The John Dobson Foundation 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 RBC Capital Markets Tim Griffin ’71 Mark Saykaly ’72 Fondation J.-Louis Lévesque Alvin Segal Family Foundation Ray Jensen ’50 Roger Hardy ’93 La Société de Construction The Estate of Gerald Johnston ’48 George Hendy ’68 Gératek Ltée Bud McMorran ’60, DCL ’04 Ross Hunt ’81 Sodexo Canada Kathryn Noel ’78 Hydro-Québec Jonathan Wener The Late John Pratt ’58 David Jones ’76 & Lois Carson RBC Foundation Josyd Inc. TD Bank Group The Estate of Leonard Kornack ’64 $25,000–$49,999 The Estate of Catherine Thompson ’41 Brian Levitt Anonymous (2) The Eric T. Webster Foundation The Lincolnshire Foundation American Biltrite (Canada) Ltd. Norman Webster ’62, DCL ’85 Geoff ’92 & Josée ’93 MacDonald Peter Blaikie ’58 & Patterson Webster Donald ’71 & Elizabeth ’72 Mills James Bowey & Mary Haslett Ches Nadeau ’90 David Burrows ’87 Quebecor CIMA+ Richard Rooney Douglas Coulter The Estate of Katharine Slater Rourke John Coulter ’88 The Estate of Stanley Rozynski Christopher Forsythe ’99 Scotiabank & Allison Ethier

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The Late Gerald Coulter Charles Crawford & Susan Reid Claire Grogan Sources of Donations Stuart Henry ’63 Philip Johnston ’59 Rick Lamanna ’02 Catherine Logue ’85 Matt McBrine ’96 & Nancy Richard ’96 Laura McElwain ’98 Eric Mills ’72 Ross Osmun David Pascal ’63 James Porter ’89 The Estate of Gerald Rayner ’51 The Estate of Michael Rosenthal ’37 Len Ruby ’87 & Raegan Little ’90 Jo-Anne Ryan ’83 Joey Sabo ’94 Jamie ’70 & Gayle ’71 Saunders Chad Schella ’94 Jacqueline Scott ’90 Robert Henderson Peter Heidinger ’85 & Karen Sutton ’85 Suzanne Sevigny ’70 Barry Hull Intact Insurance Dale Stout & Claude Charpentier ’93 Thomas Jones The Estate of Ron Lawless DCL ’00 Andrew Stritch & Rosa Morelli Helen Kearns ’75 Stephen Lloyd ’89 Miles Turnbull & Wade Lynch Keith MacCannell ’02 & Marie-Hélène Gauthier Vanda Vicars ’81 Macquarie Group Foundation Nadia Martel ’90 Gary Whittaker ’68 Cathy (McRae)’82 The Estate of David Moore ’55 Abbott Wright ’70 & Bryan McLean ’81 Lorne Nelson Daphne Atchison McMullan ’53 Alex K. Paterson ’52, DCL ’74 Peter Nixon’83 & Joan Paterson $1,000–$4,999 Tony ’61 & Susan ’63 Pacaud Thomas Pick ’66 Anonymous (4) The Estate of Erika Rimkus ’69 Peter Puccetti Avril Aitken & Bruce Willett ’77 Graham Saunders ’90 Mary Rhodes Wayne & Kathy Barnes ’70 The Estate of Marguerite Savage Timothy Saunders ’83 David Bogert ’63 Raymond Setlakwe ’49, DCL ’03 The Late William Shearson Tim Bradley’ 71 The Estate of Rosanne Simard ’00 Kathryn & Stephen Stafford ’64 Daniel Bromby ’98 TFI International Sun Life Financial Douglas Brown David Williams ’63, DCL ’96 James Sweeny ’94 Robert Burns ’99 & Jessica Riddell Zeller Family Foundation & Heather Thomson Philip Carter ’67 Bishop’s University Clay Shoot 2015 John Taylor ’91 William Chan ’78 Bishop’s University Clay Shoot 2016 & Kimberley Ionson ’93 Richard Chen ’70 Francine Turmel Gary Chown ’74 The Estate of Dorothy A. Van Horn ’51 John & Estelle Coleman $10,000–$24,999 Bertrand Collins BESTAR Inc. Jamie Crooks & Willa Montague ’97 Jane Brydges ’95 $5,000–$9,999 Gilberto D’Escoubet John & Susan Chippindale ’82 Nick Andrews Mary Ellen Donnan Robert Dunn ’76 Lloyd Barbara Andrea Drumheller The Estate of J.K. Edwards Thomas ’88 & Rita ’89 Benson Cindy Finn ’92 Peter Gordon ’62 The Estate of Cecil Blenkhorn Jackie (Frost) Bailey ’95 Jean-Luc Grégoire DCL ’03 Burgundy Asset Management Ltd Cristiana Furlan Ian Griffin ’63 Daniel Campbell ’69 Bruce Gilbert The Venerable Peter Hannen ’56 Linton Carter ’89 Rod Gilpin & Jennifer Smith ’95

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Charles Goode ’01 Michael Teed & Diana Gagné The Late Timothy Crooks ’61 & Jeanne Clavel ’01 Calin Valsan Jim Davidson Serge Gouin Marianne Vigneault ’88 François Desrosiers ’03 Isabelle Goyette David & Mary Ellen Young Karine Di Genova JoAnn & Peter Griffin ’70 Lourdes Zubieta Michael Doherty ’91 Willa Griffin ’93 & Pam Graham ’11 Janyne Hodder DCL ’07 Tim Doherty & Gary Mullins Up to $999 Richard Dorais ’85 Heather Hume-Taylor Anonymous (33) Patrick ’64 & Janet ’76 Draper David Kilburn ’92 Viviane Aboud Schofield ’72 John J. Dunn ’50 Debbie Langford Hafid Agourram David Dutton ’67 Jordan Larochelle ’14 Todd Aiken Elizabeth ’08 & Cormac Eby ’16 & Marianne Aumais ’16 Madjid Allili Pam Eby Sunny Lau Benoit Bacon Larry Everett ’02 Jeffrey MacDonald ’04 Nancy Baker ’86 Terry Eyland ’07 Sasha Manes ’06 Gordon Barker Stephanie Forgues Alison Marks ’72 Keith ’79 & Phyllis ’02 Baxter Simon Fortin Stuart Mercier ’04 Jackie & Claude Belleau ’85 Christopher Fowlis & Jennifer Vander Herberg ’02 Cristian Berco Julie Fradette The Estate of Janet Marian Speid Marie-Josée Berger Gilbert Gagné Motyer ’39 Jamie Berwick Monetta Gallichon Michele Murray Karine Boutin Mark Gandey ’89 & Daniel Miller Sophie Boyer Fannie Gaudette ’02 Patrick Osler ’01 Dana Broadbent Chad Gibbs Matthew Peros Kendra Brock Bertrand Gosselin ’79 Mark Powell ’01 Carson Brooks Douglas Gray ’80 Miles Price ’59 Gregory Brophy Solanges Griffin Timothy & Denise Price Justina Browne Carol Guthrie Brigitte Quintal Adam Bulow ’06 Michelle Hackett ’14 George Rideout Francis Chan ’83 Sarah Haddon ’01 Jay Rosenfeld ’90 Claude Charron & Matthew Begbie ’98 Hans Rouleau ’97 Vicki Chartrand Corinne Haigh Steve Rowe Rock Chrétien Rebecca Harries ’88 Dan Seneker ’94 Adrienne Clarkson DCL ’03 Brenna Haydock Larry Smith ’72 Cheryl Cloutier Warren Haydock ’13 Geoffrey Snow ’05 Steven Cole Sarah Heath ’99 Bruce Stevenson ’76 Kylie Côté ’99 Patrick Herring Christopher Stonebanks Marc Côté Nathalie Hivert & Melanie Bennett-Stonebanks Mario Côté Benjamin Hobson ’12 Eric Kheng Leng Tan ’80 Sylvie Côté François Huard Donors by Region 35% 63% 2% Quebec Rest of Outside Canada Canada

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Kerry Hull & Norman Jones Norma Husk ’97 Donor Designations Anne-Marie Jean Lin Jensen Jill Johnson Trevor Jones Shelly & Ron Kaulbach ’66 Erik Desrosiers ’07 & Bonnie Kay ’06 Terry Kerr Peter ’83 & Maria ’82 Knee Mark Labenski & Heather Lawford Daniel Labrecque Patrick Lamothe Josée Lamoureux ’00 Réjean Lapointe Denise Lauzière Katelyn LeClair ’13 Kyung Young Lee Linda Lemay Elisabeth Levac Stine Linden-Andersen Nancy Lloyd Derek Loach Mary Lou MacDonald Emily MacGowan ’16 Kevin Mackey Unrestricted Shawn Malley Jean Manore & Dale Miner ’17 Charlene Marion ’06 & Steve Cassivi Sarah-Myriam Martin-Brûlé Richard & Richere Orzechowski ’99 Robert Sproule Louise Masson Rob Palmer Leo Standing Ian McClelland ’74 Papeterie Lennoxville/Motel Scott Stoddard ’07 Gary McCormick Lennoxville/Les Estampes Orford Caroline Talbot ’98 Michael McGregor Sonia Patenaude ’06 Arshad Taseen Heather McKeen-Edwards Dawn Patterson Sarah Théberge ’00 Alexander McKelvie ’99 Ron Perowne ’72 Karen ’75 & Steven ’76 Thorneloe Stuart & Pam McKelvie Angela & Denis Petitclerc ’99 Jason Tietz Carol McKinley ’96 Joanna Pitek Maxime Trempe Eliza McKnight ’04 Myriam Pruneau ’07 Jordan Tronsgard Matthew McLean ’15 Elizabeth Prusak Marilyn Turner ’04 Chelsea McLellan ’17 Daniel Ramage Trygve Ugland Michael Medland ’81 Marguerite Ramage Luc Vachon Adrianna Mendrek Melanie Roarke Robert Van Hulst Diane Mills ’03 Jacques Roberge Chantal Veilleux Laura Mitchell Andrea Roberts Nicolas Venditti ’12 Graham Moodie ’69 Jody Robinson ’05 Allison Verville ’14 Jessica Morais ’13 Lorna Ruemper ’11 Yanan Wang Linda Morra Luce Samoisette Sandra Ward ’76 Betsey Mowbray ’53 Jade Savage David Webster Kathleen Mulawka ’13 Debbie Savoy-Morel ’75 Pamela Willcocks ’90 Karel Nemec ’85 Lisa Schmidt Brad Willms Glenda Nichols Nicole Small ’92 Tyler Wilson Brenda Nielsen Gordon Smith Steven Woodward Beverly Oakley Chantal Sneath

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WEDDINGS Michael Tinker ’66 and Francine Dufresne were married in Sherbrooke on Saturday, August 18, 2018. BU alumni in attendance included Don McKelvie ’66, Janet Learned ’66, Bob Swan ’66 and Maj.-Gen. (ret.) John J. Dunn ’44.

From left: Zelia Swan, Mike Tinker ’66, Francine Dufresne, Bob Swan ’66

Althea Duhaney ’78 and Pierre Blier ’78 have a special love story that first started in their year of graduation; they reunited 30 years later and married in Ottawa on May 20, 2018. See page 9 for Q&A article.

Sean O’Neill ’08 and Chelsea Kusnick were married in 2018. From left: Mitch Young ’07, Rachel Hunting ’07, Matt McCrae, Andrea O’Neill ’14, Pierre Blier ’78 and Althea Duhaney ’78 Chris Maynard ’08, Cheryl O’Neill ’18, Sean O’Neill ’08, Norm O’Neill ’75, Lisa Liskovoi ’09, Will Boire ’09, Hannah Cody ’08, Tarin Gill ’08, Jonathon Young ’06, and Dave Mitchell-Roy ’08.

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Jeremy Godin ’06 and Amanda Piribauer ’09 were married in June 2018. From left: Peter Kraska ’07, Harding Nelson, Robert Godin ’75, Lorraine Godin ’89, Lynda Godin ’75, Jessica Marchand (née Godin) ’06, Julianne Howard (née Abelson) ’08, Neal Howard ’08, Raimond Gordienko ’07, Jeremy Godin ’06, Amanda Godin (née Piribauer) ’09, Damon Thomas-Anderson ’10, Jared Kligerman ’06, Olivia Arnaud ’09, Josh Maveety ’11, Jessy Roy ’12, Felicia Thompson ’12, Sarah Back ’11, Jesse Andrews ’12, and Steve McManus ’07.

Katriina Sainthill ’09 and Alex Fraser ’08 were married on September 8, 2018 in Toronto. From left: (front) Julianna McKaigue ’11, Jo Wearing ’10, Cameron Millband ’11, Gabriella Blais ’13, Andrea Gray ’09, Katriina Sainthill ’09, Alex Fraser ’08, Saskia Steffen ’09, Sam Munroe’11, Ryan Lethbridge’11, Rick Sainthill ’13, Jesse Gattellaro ’11; (back) Geoff Britnell ’11, Tom Lumsden ’10, Brooke Chouinard’ 11, Laura Tacchi ’10, Ryan Parnell ’13

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Micah Sifton ’11 and Joseph LaLeune ’13 were married on August 25, 2018 in the 1000 Islands, Ontario surrounded by friends and family including many other BU alumni. From left: (front) Micah Sifton ’11 and Joseph LaLeune ’13; (back) Hannah Graham ’12, RJ Lawrence ’13, John Graham ’14, Jamison McArthur ’14, Noah Harrison ’13, Sophie O’Reilly ’12, Ricky Sainthill ’13, Mike Dubé ’12, André LaLeune, Patrick Kabongo ’16, Adam Phillips ’13

Kory Dunn ’16 was married on October 19, 2018. Lois Boateng ’14 and Steven Amerikah ’12 BU alumni in attendance included groomsmen Ben Leosis ’16 were married in 2018. and Matt Garrigan ’16, and Connor Patton ’16.

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Mitchell Hope ’03 and Angie Greevy ’02 welcomed Stefan Szary ’06 and Valérie Poirier ’08 Callie and Connor on August 22, 2018 in Montreal. A welcomed Jordane Cécilia Szary on brother and sister to James, Layna and Kensie. August 6, 2018 in Montreal.

Sasha Manes ’06 and Chris McDowell welcomed Ray Samuel Manes McDowell on August 20, 2018. A brother to Leo.

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THROUGH on Amazon and at Townshippers John Luxton ’67 and his wife Sylvia bookstore in Sherbrooke. Luxton, pictured below with student THE YEARS Isabella Janusonis and Professor Jack Ross Lemke ’65 and his high Eby, have donated three violins to school football team (les Astérix the Department of Music. Allison ’56 and Glyn Edwards de l’école Jean-Jacques-Bertrand) ’57 (not pictured) met recently in in Farnham, QC are featured in the Canmore, AB with recent graduates, French-language movie “La Chute de Kelly Bradbury ’17 (left) and Laura Sparte”. Ross has several cameo roles Crack ’17 (right). in the movie as the coach. The film was released on June 3, 2018.

Phil Carter ’67, Rick Southam ’73, and David Simpson ’72 dropped by Tim Griffin ’71 won the 2018 Griffin House in 2018 to say hello to Steve Sevens Senior National Tennis Bruce Stevenson ’76. Championship in Montreal.

Don Mills ’71 announced his retire- ment 40 years after he founded his market research company, Corporate Research Associates (CRA) in Halifax. He has successfully transitioned the Graham Jackson ’57 was conferred business to his senior leadership the Order of the Diocese of Quebec team. His wife Liz Mills (née Curry) in October. Graham has worked as ’72, daughter Lindsay Lewis (née a teacher, counsellor, and educa- Mills) ’03 and Mike Mills ’00 look tional administrator for the Eastern forward to having him spend more Quebec School Board. In addition, he time with his five grandkids! chaired the now defunct Protestant Committee of the Superior Council of Education of Quebec, served on many charitable foundations, provided his services to Quebec region Anglican churches as a Lay Minister and is currently a student teacher supervisor at Bishop’s.

Winston Fraser ’65 has just published his latest book “Indelible Big Blue Memories – Life in the THINK Tank” about his career at IBM. His earlier books include two photography books (“Historic Sites of Clay Shoot participants enjoyed a VIP visit of La Ferme des Quatre-Temps Canada” and “Endangered Species of prior to the Clay Shoot Fundraiser Country Life”) and two biographies Robert Dunn ’76 co-hosted the third annual Bishop’s University Clay Shoot of his Eastern Townships ancestors fundraiser at Club de la Roue du Roy in Hemmingford in October. Net pro- (“OHIXIHO – A Biography of Charles ceeds of $75,000 are supporting sustainable agriculture initiatives on cam- Clark Fraser” and “Dew Drop Inn – pus, including the development of new BA and BSc majors in Sustainable Lasting Memories of a Cookshire Agriculture and Food Systems. Landmark”). His books are available

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Adrienne Chinn ’82 has published her debut novel, “The Lost Letter from Morocco”, and is available in digital and paperback on Amazon.

Bruce Stevenson ’76 hosted a reception in Kingston on November 27, 2018. Special thanks to Lesley Kelly ’99 and Craig Leroux ’04 for their help in organizing this event.

David Simpson ’72 was thrilled with Marshall Button ’80 (below) repre- Scott Edmonds ’84 (above) opened a visit in Melbourne Australia from sented BU at the installation Dr. Jean- the TSX in June marking the mi- Michael Cahill ’72, as seen below on Paul Boudreau, President of Mount gration of Photon Control to the the Mornington Peninsula. Allison University. main board. He proudly wore his Bishop’s pin when he pushed the big button to open trading.

Eddie Pomykala, former Head Coach of the Men’s Basketball Team and Student Recruiter, is now an Assistant Coach with the Women’s Basketball Team.

Old friends John Daughney ’78, Dharold Read ’77, Homecoming 2018 marked a 40th reunion for long-time friends. William (Bill) Doherty ’77, Steve Shaw ’79, and Phil Godin (Back): Frank McGinn ’78; Malcolm Boyle ’78; Jeff Wilding ’78; reunited in the Rideau Lakes area and reminisced about Brian Lynn ’78; Al Grant ’78; Henry Price ’79; (front): Jud Martin the “L Section” of Pollack Hall in late September 2018. ’79; Peter Heavysege ’78; John Daughney ’78; Paul Davison ’78

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From left: Zoë Whitfield ’19, Yasmine Lyoubi Idrissi ’19, Pictured above are two current Gaiters, Tyler Gray #25 and Christophe Boucher ’19, Charlene Marion ’06 (Experiential Cal Gray #45, born of two Bishop’s grads, Katie Marriott- Learning Coordinator), Tyler Smith ’19, Karen Sutton ’85, Gray ’90 and Dan Gray ’90 (not pictured), with their and Peter Heidinger ’85 cousin and former Chancellor Alex Paterson ’52 and the first lady of Bishop’s Joany Paterson. And of course, Peter Heidinger ’85 and Karen Sutton ’85 met up in Sutton the dog named after Mont Sutton ski hill. Singapore at the tallest microbrewery in the world with our team of business students participating in the Asian Nadia Martel ’90 has been Business Case Competition at Nanyang University in appointed Vice President September. Corporate Development at Sherweb. She was back on Andy Cowell ’89 is the new Head Coach of the Men’s campus in February to meet Rugby Team. Andy played for the Team in the 1980s, and with students in the Pre- we are pleased that he has re-joined the Gaiter Family. Law Club and from Dr. Jean Manore’s HIS 300 class.

Keith Labbett ’91 was on hand to celebrate the Men’s We were happy to have three generations of McCreas at Rugby Team’s victory over Université de Sherbrooke with Homecoming 2018. From left: Son – Ryan McCrea ’20, Grandson – son and current Gaiter Connor Labbett during the 35th Hunter McCrea, Grandfather/Father – Mark McCrea ’88, Bishop’s Rugby reunion in the fall. Grandmother/Mother – Ann Maurice ’88, Son – Kyle McCrea ’16, and Daughter – Courtney McCrea ’22.

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Ann Gallery ’92 is now Senior Vice Jay Maiurano ’04 & Audrey Joshua Brown ’09 is now President of Harvest One, a global Maiurano ’04, (below) who met on Community Lead, Asia Pacific – cannabis company. campus at Dewies, visited Griffin Business Engagement at the World House in July with sons Alex (6) and Economic Forum in Geneva. Rob Allatt ’93 started a new position Josh (5). as Chief Commercial Officer SVP of Mark Lawson ’09 has been named Sales & Marketing at Global Excel Chief of Staff at the Office of the Management Inc. Ontario Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Joey Sabo ’94 has added Assistant Trade. Golf Coach to his duties as Assistant Director Ancillary Service, Athletic Maximilien Roy ’09 has taken lead- Department at Bishop’s. ership of the Regroupement des jeunes chambres of commerce du Québec. This Alexandra Bachand ’98 has found- is the largest youth organization in ed La Grange du Parfumeur a pioneer Canada. in niche perfumery in Canada being the first fragrance house open to the Susan Magwood ’10 is an Assistant public. Amy Lee Lavoie ’06 had her play Coach with the Women’s Rugby C’mon Angie! debut in Vancouver in Team. Eric Bergeron ’99 was elected city June 2018. counsellor in Cornwall in November. Koula Trichas ’10 has started a new Eric is Co-Founder and CMO of Alex Demers ’07, MBA, PMP, is position as Business Development ZipGrow Inc. that designs and builds Director, Material Management at Manager at Workday. Koula was the most installed vertical farming SNC-Lavalin. He returned to campus on campus in January to present at technology in the world. in September to give a fascinating Career Bootcamp. talk on his work on the Construction Megan Carter ’99 has published of the New Champlain Bridge Project. Regine Neumann ’11, Fine Arts a book titled, “Chloe and Georges Pictured below with retired Bishop’s technician at Bishop’s University, has and the Grumpies”. Currently University professor Dr. Lourdes received funding in the amount of she is teaching English at Yonago Zubieta and current professor, Dr. $18,000 for an ongoing research proj- Senior High School and at Murata Terry Eyland ’07, Alex is responsible ect in collaboration with the Fablab Manufacturing in Izumo, Japan. for procurement, contracts, logistics, in Valcourt. Her interdisciplinary and expediting, and asset management experimental study aims to involve Kathy Macrae ’99 is Executive activities on the project. Alex cred- the population of Valcourt in the re- Director of the Commercial Bear its the critical thinking skills he ac- search and creation processes and to Viewing Association of British quired at BU for enabling him to explore the fine line that divides art Columbia. She played an essential adapt quickly throughout the course and technology, the individual and role in convincing the government of this complex project. the collective. of B.C. to close the grizzly hunt in December 2017. Alessandro Vertullo ’11 is the new Offensive Assistant Coach for the David Roy ’99 is back helping out the Gaiter Football team. Bishop’s Lacrosse Team as Assistant Coach. Dr. Aren Bezdijian ’13 was the keynote speaker at a February alumni Carla Oliveira ’00 joined Téléjournal speaker event in Montreal, organized Estrie week-end in September as the by Chapter Leaders Laurie Tanguay new anchor. ’17 and Dilip Varma ’16.

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Kyle Desmarais, who played for the characteristics such as personality. Gaiters in 2014–2015, is back helping She has been awarded $40,000 in out with Men’s Basketball Team. scholarships from the Social Science and Humanities Research Council Nakita Gomes ’15 wrote: “I’m an of Canada, the Fonds de recherche du English Literature graduate and trea- Québec and McGill University. sured my time at Bishop’s, but after completing my degree I ended up Ryan McAnuff ’17 and his broth- moving to Ottawa and pursuing a sec- er Sean competed for Ireland at ond education in Baking and Pastry the International Skating Union Arts. Four years later I am the proud European Short Track Speed Skating owner of Aux Délices Bakery in the Championships in Dordrecht, heart of Ottawa’s Byward Market.” Netherlands in January.

Shayne Cowan-Cholette ’17 Jordan MacNevin ’15 is one of Nicole Bolick ’18 is attending and Katelyn LeClair ’13 five owners of 19-81 (the latitude the University of Kent in the UK and longitude of Grand Cayman), leaders who understand personal studying law and in her spare time a microbrewery in Grand Cayman. growth and its impact on the col- is fundraising for the Meningitis He is the brewmaster behind the lective good. In 2018, Shayne and Research Foundation. She has orga- bottles. For more information, visit Katie were asked to be a part of an nized many successful fundraisers for www.1981brewingco.com. international leadership summit in the cause, including one in Ottawa China. Visiting Shanghai, Beijing when she was home for the holidays. Alex Millin ’15 led Korea in scoring and Qingdao, Shayne was a keynote Meningitis impacts almost 3 million at the 2018 FIL World Championships speaker for more than 500 interna- people each year with students be- in Israel. He won a Baggataway Cup tional students, while Katie worked ing the second most at risk with 1 in with Bishop’s in 2011 and as a proud closely with the production commu- 4 students carry the deadly bacteria Gaiter alumnus was happy to see nications teams. This year, Katie and that causes the disease. several other members of the team Shayne joined forces with the team at taking part in the games in Netanya, YL. W once again in Edmonton for Kathleen Collins ’18 is employed Israel. Rick Sainthill ’13 played for the organization’s largest event of the by Aeon, one of the largest private Finland. A trio of Bishop’s alumni year. Shayne was the headline speak- English education institutes in Japan. who played for the Gaiters in the er for the event and Katie facilitated ’00s served as the coaching staff for her own master class on “Media for Former Bishop’s Hispanic Studies Luxembourg. Christopher Scott Good: What it means to make your Professor Dr. Céline Dudemaine ’07, originally from Kelowna and social life online matter.” (below) was back on campus in now living in Vernon, was the Head December to meet with student Coach for the nation’s first foray onto Heather Barlow ’17 is the Louis Thibault, a recipient of the the world stage. New Westminster Communications Advisor with Viva España Bursary that was made native Andrew Barber ’09, now the Ontario Minister of Children, possible by Dr. Dudemaine. living in Toronto, was an Assistant Community and Social Services. Coach alongside Drew Pollock ’06, who has stayed in Lennoxville and Felicity Burns ’17 has moved to is the Gaiters’ General Manager and Montreal to pursue a Master of Arts at Assistant Coach. McGill University in the Department of Integrated Studies in Education. Since 2016, Shayne Cowan-Cholette Her MA thesis will explore teachers’ ’17 and Katelyn LeClair ’13 have willingness to teach sexual health been involved in Young Leaders. education before and after receiv- World. YL.W is an organization ing a training intervention, while that focuses on developing strong exploring the role of individual

46 bishop’s magazine | spring 2019 bishop’s magazine | spring 2019 47 APPOINTMENTS

APPOINTMENTS School of Education r. Corinne Haigh was appointed Dean Dof the School of Education in June 2018. Dr. Haigh received her PhD in Educational Psychology in 2007 from Western University and she began as Assistant Professor at Bishop’s University on July 1, 2010. Her research on bilingualism has been funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council and the Fonds de recherche du Québec. In addition to being Chair of the School of Education, she has acted as Graduate Program Coordinator in the School of Education and Co-Chair of the 2018 annual conference of the Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education. Dr. Corinne Haigh

Library Learning Commons he University welcomed Catherine Lavallée-Welch as its new TLibrarian in October. Originally from Longueuil, Quebec, and fully bilingual, Ms. Lavallée-Welch completed a Bachelor of Arts in History at UQAM in 1992. In 1995, she completed a Maîtrise en bib- liothéconomie et sciences de l’information at Université de Montréal. After working as an information professional on international ex change in France immediately following graduation, she did four years of contract work with Quebec organizations. In 2000, she moved to the United States, first as Reference and Electronic Librarian for five years at the University of Louisville (Library of Engineering, Physical Science and Technology) in Kentucky. In 2005, she was recruited as Associate Librarian of a small primarily undergraduate liberal arts college of the University of South Florida in Lakeland, Florida. In 2010, she was promoted to Director. Three years later, she was recruited as Director of the main library at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. Ms. Lavallée-Welch has been an active scholar, with an impressive number of publications and conference presentations. She has also played a direct role in professional library associations, including collaborating with other universities in Wisconsin to develop a shared library systems platform. This experience will serve her well at Bishop’s as the province of Quebec embarks on its own shared library systems platform.

Catherine Lavallée-Welch

aculty and staff at Bishop’s play a significant role in why Bishop’s has been ranked #1 for student satisfaction in FMaclean’s magazine, four years in a row. We realize it has been some time since we highlighted longstanding mem bers of the Bishop’s family who have retired. Please stay tuned for the next issue of your Bishop’s Alumni Magazine.

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Peter Meggs ’63 on December 2, William Godson ’82 on February 9, IN MEMORIAM 2018. 2019.

John Chappell ’36 on November Eric Jackson ’65 on November 28, Richard Royer DCL ’12 on 11, 2018. Great-Uncle of 2018. November 25, 2018. Richard was a longstanding Director of the Wes Rundle ’11. David Oldfield ’67 on September Dobson-Lagassé Entrepreneurship 25, 2018. David proudly played William Baskerville ’39 on Centre. December 20, 2017. basketball for the Gaiters. Dr. Ron Joyce DCL ’18 on January Gordon Rodgers ’67 on April 9, Dr. Kenneth Willis ’39 on Feb 10, 31, 2019. Through a very generous 2018. Husband of Barbara Wood 2019. Grandfather to Lara ’13. donation, Mr. Joyce established the ’70. Muriel Brand ’45 on December 27, Joyce Family Foundation Bursaries 2018. Mother of Margaret ’85. Dr. Peggy Olive ’69 on December at Bishop’s. These, like similar pro- 10, 2018. grams at universities across Canada, Myrna MacAulay ’45 on October make education more accessible to Mark Sills ’69 on December 31, 12, 2018. Mother of Merrilee ’78. students in financial need. 2018. Mavis Westgate ’47 on October 6, David MacKenzie on October 4, Robert Barclay ’71 on July 26, 2018. 2018. 2018. Husband of Marilyn ’90. Husband of Janice ’71 and father of Rita Pehlemann Jessome ’49 on David ’01. Kenneth Stevenson on December 6, September 19, 2018. 2018. Brother of Bruce Stevenson ’76 Ross Barrett ’72 on June 30, 2018. Dr. Galt MacDermot ’50 DCL ’72 and uncle of Rachel Stevenson ’12. John (Jack) Latter ’76 passed away on December 17, 2018. Son of Dr. London Green on October 9, suddenly in Toronto on Feb 9, 2019 the late Terence William Leighton 2018. Father of Christopher ’84 and at a much too early age. John was MacDermot who taught Political Nicholas ’94. Dr. Green was professor proud to be have been recruited by Studies at Bishop’s from 1961–1966. of Drama at Bishop’s for nearly 25 the much respected Bruce Coulter to years, retiring in 1998 and then mov- George Suart ’50 on December 29, attend Bishop’s University and play ing to Guelph. 2018. football for the Gaiters. John was tru- Dr. Green directed many produc- ly happy while playing football and Howard Kelly ’51 on October 6, tions at Centennial Theatre, and socializing with his many teammates 2018. acted in a few as well. During his and friends. He graduated with a BA career, he wrote dozens of articles John Sanderson ’51 on October 12, and a BEd. on opera, his great love, and served 2018. Following graduation, he was on the editorial board of the journal recruited by the Winnipeg Blue Peter Wilson ’52 on September Opera Quarterly. He also appeared on Bombers and played professional 18, 2017. Survived by his wife a trivia game that was regularly aired football for a couple of years while Beverly ’51. on CBC Radio between acts of the substitute teaching in Winnipeg. Metropolitan Opera broadcasts. Rafe Plant ’57 on November 11, Later, John had a successful career in 2018. Stepfather to Matthew sales in Calgary and then in Toronto. Professor Robert MacGregor on Leggett ’95. He always held his friends and October 31, 2018. Father of David Brian Buchanan ’58 on November family close to his heart and main- ’99, Charles ’02 and Emily ’03. 3, 2018. tained a lifelong relationship with Professor MacGregor joined the many of his friends from Bishop’s. Faculty of Bishop’s University in Lillian Rider ’59 on October 28, John’s nephew and niece, Scott ’14 1974, and retired after almost 30 2018. Aunt to Jessica ’18. “Lu” was a and Lisa ’17, later attended Bishop’s, years in the Williams School of former Gaiter Basketball player and a new tradition that John fostered Business in 2003. Despite his retire- an avid supporter. and was greatly proud of. ment, Professor MacGregor was often Ian MacNair ’82 on February 13, seen on the Bishop’s campus, either 2018. during his workouts in the Sports continues next page

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A BIRTHDAY GIFT BEYOND COMPARE FROM SADIQ AWAN, M.ED.’75 s Bishop’s University proudly celebrates its 175th Committee of the Ottawa Board of Education. His life Abirthday, the School of Education has turned 120 work attempted to attain harmony among the multicul- years old and is thriving in the ever-competitive world tural communities of Canada. of higher education. The University’s engagement to Mr. Awan passed away on September 4, 2017. His raise the standard of teaching in schools began during endorsement of the School of Education came with a the 1898–99 session with a class of only seven students. surprise bequest of over $2 million to provide scholar- Today, over 370 students are enrolled in the School of ship funding for aspiring teachers in perpetuity. Newly Education where the mantra is that teaching is both appointed Dean Dr. Corinne Haigh was both elated and an intellectual pursuit and a rewarding career that de appreciative. “The School of Education is extremely mands a high level of social responsibility. grateful for this generous gift from Mr. Awan which will Sadiq Awan, M.Ed.’75, was not your typical Bishop’s have a significant impact on the lives of many students student. As a mature student he completed his Master’s in the School of Education, at both the graduate and un- thesis, A Study of the Problems Associated with the Education dergraduate levels.” of the People of Pakistani Origin in Canada 1947–1970 in Mr. Awan’s philanthropy was founded in the belief March of 1975. Mr. Awan studied under the late Alan W. that an educated society will lead to a better world. Jones, then Director of the Graduate School of Education, His legacy will live on in the classrooms of the nation whose supervision led to the approval of Sadiq’s thesis through the many teachers he will support during their and subsequently his graduation. studies. Dr. Haigh added, “These scholarships will fur- Sadiq Noor Alam Awan was born in Rashaban North- ther enable us to support our future teachers, for years West Frontier Province of British India and came to to come, in developing the qualities of responsible and Canada in 1963. He studied in Punjab, Karachi, and autonomous practitioners and thinkers who show a ca- London before coming to Bishop’s and over his lifetime pacity for ongoing critical reflection, potential for lead- he earned graduate degrees and diplomas in arts, law, ership, and commitment to the transformative power of and education. His publication, The People of Pakistani education.” Origin in Canada (1976), became an authoritative work What a fitting gift, during this special anniversary, to on Pakistani Canadians. As an advocate for human underscore the contribution of the School of Education dignity for all, he chaired the Multicultural Advisory toward a better educated Canadian society.

from previous page Centre, during his weekly lunches at Help Bishop’s students reach new heights! Dewhurst or in conversations with staff and faculty. He was an active researcher until the end of his life. Professor MacGregor was passionate Donate your about Bishop’s, and immensely proud Aeroplan Miles to that his three children graduated help our students from the University. His son, David, learn and serve sent the following message: “The around the globe. MacGregor family wishes to sincere- ly thank the Bishop’s community for the many years of academic work and support, and, most importantly, the many friendships with members past and present that helped shape the husband and father we miss dearly.” Visit www.aeroplan.com/donate and search for Bishop’s University Foundation. It’s that easy to give the gift of a lifetime!

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MEMORIES OF DR. WILLIAM A. SHEARSON Classes of 1962, BY DR. HARVEY WHITE Dr. William “Bill” Shearson passed away on December 12, 1963, 1964, 1965 2018. He joined the Faculty of Bishop’s University in 1965 as a Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy, where he retired as and 1966 Departmental Chair and Full Professor in 1998. During his rich and distinguished career, Dr. Shearson served as Vice-Principal, Please join us in celebrating your External and Planning from January 1989 to June 1991. He also served as President of the Association of Professors of Bishop’s th 55 Class Reunion University. Dr. Shearson was an accomplished teacher and schol- on the weekend of ar and he made an important contribution to international exis- tentialist scholarship. He is survived by Dr. Andrea Drumheller October 4–6, 2019. (Psychology Department) and Charles Shearson ’11.

It will be a wonderful met Bill Shearson when I was interviewed for the opportunity to reminisce with IPhilosophy of Religion faculty position at Bishop’s in the former classmates, enjoy the fall mid-70’s. I was immediately impressed with his commit foliage of the Eastern Townships, ment to the University and to the importance of philosophy reconnect with the campus, and and religion, as crucial parts of the liberal arts tradition at remember your wonderful years Bishop’s. at Bishop’s. Along with our colleague, Dr. George Englebretsen, Bill was responsible for fashioning a Philosophy Department The reunion will feature a special whose courses represented a wide range of philosophical po- celebration at The Hovey Manor sitions. And as a teacher, his engagement with students was and on-campus activities. If you not limited to the classroom. would like something included Bill loved to teach Philosophy – most notably Kant’s Critiques and later, 19th and 20th century developments. in the weekend please email us While he was critical of many post-modern philosophical at [email protected]. positions that reductively eschewed traditional standards of reason and ethics, he was a student of the various forms of “existentialism”, and in his 1980 book, The Notion of Encounter, he argued that, “despite differences, existentialists were united by a fundamental commitment to the necessity Stay up to date with of non-philosophical commitment at the level of life.” In Alumni news and events this regard, and as a student of Emile Fackenheim, Bill was by following us on social media at deeply troubled by the horror of the Holocaust, which, as he put it, exceeded any possible rational understanding of @UBISHOPSALUMNI or accounting for such evil. For Bill, this was not simply an academic matter. While his love and support of Gaiter football is legendary, Bill’s dedication to Bishop’s also included a period as Vice- Principal. In this role he was often placed in the difficult position of dealing fairly with conflicts between the faculty union and the administration. As well, he was known to attend to occasional difficult relations between students and the larger Lennoxville community. To a significant degree Email us with news and updates at Bill’s efforts have paid off. [email protected] Those of us who knew Bill remember and miss him as a friend who would always go out of his way for us.

50 bishop’s magazine | spring 2019 bishop’s magazine | spring 2018 51 ALUMNI PERSPECTIVE

THE CURRENT STATE OF CANADA/U.S.A. RELATIONS by Hon. Roy Cullen, P.C., C.P.A. (Class of ’65) n a speech to the Washington Press Club in March 1969, former Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau said “Living next to you is in some ways like sleep ing with an elephant. No matter how friendly and Ieven-tempered is the beast, if I can call it that, one is affected by every twitch and grunt”. The same is true today, if not more so. Over many decades, Canada and the U.S.A. have been friends, neighbours, allies, and business partners. The strength of the Canada-U.S. relationship is demonstrat- ed by a staggering bilateral trade of approximately $1.9 billion every day. Canada and the United States are the world’s largest trading partners. Contrary to some views emanating from the U.S.A., when one includes both goods and services, the United which came under the control of the U.S. Democratic States ran a trade surplus with Canada in 2016. Party after the signing of the USMCA. This could create Often Canada/U.S.A. relations are significantly affect- an interesting twist with the House of Representatives ed by how our leaders get along. Prime Minister Brian seeking to use their leverage. Mulroney developed a very positive friendship with There have been, and continue to be, other trade dis- both U.S. Presidents Ronald Reagan and George H.W. putes and trade irritants tied to softwood lumber, beef, Bush which paved the way, amongst other things, for dairy products, wheat and Canada’s protection of our the NAFTA free trade agreement. By way of contrast, U.S. cultural industries from foreign control. Many of these President Donald Trump has thrown a few insults the way misunderstandings and disagreements between our two of our current Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during and countries arise from our different governance models, after the 2018 G-7 talks in La Malbaie, Québec. Comments and the stance of Canadians on the role of the federal like this do nothing to foster respectful relationships. government. We must diversify our markets away from Notwithstanding these interpersonal relationship chal- the U.S.A. – recognizing that this is not an easy thing to lenges, we must continue to remind ourselves that our do given the size and our proximity to U.S. markets. relationship with the U.S. transcends individual country Under the current administration the U.S.A. is becom- leaders – the relationship is just too important to do oth- ing more isolationist and disrupting many of the world’s erwise. Canada has many American friends that are with multilateral institutions and initiatives (the UN, World us now and will be into the future. Bank, World Trade Organization, NATO, Paris Agreement Canada and the United States, while similar in on Climate Change). With the respect that Canada holds many ways, have important differences that cause us within the international community based on our values to see things from different perspectives. Canada is a and our commitment to cooperative multilateralism we Westminster-style parliamentary democracy whereas the have an opportunity to lead, and by punching above our U.S.A. follows the presidential-congressional model. We weight class fill the gap created by the virtual absence of are largely a mixed economy (private/public) whereas the the U.S. U.S.A. is a definitive market economy. We must walk this tightrope recognizing the U.S.A.’s Not unlike typical friends and neighbours we have importance to this country. As Canada’s distinguished dip- had, and do have, areas of disagreement. We refused to lomat, Jeremy Kinsman, said recently in Policy Magazine, follow the U.S. lead to invade Iraq in 2003. Unlike the “We need to be in a permanent campaign mode to remain U.S. we have a publicly funded health-care system and we engaged with America.” This is so true because today’s discourage and tightly regulate gun ownership. On the challenges could become tomorrow’s opportunities. trade front although a new NAFTA (now called USMCA) 1Canada Amid Chaos; Quo Vadis? Jeremy Kinsman, has been recently negotiated, it still must be ratified by Policy Magazine, January 2019 the U.S. Congress – including a House of Representatives

52 bishop’s magazine | spring 2019 SHARE YOUR STORIES

or most of us, “College days Flinger ever in our hearts.” Study sessions in the Quad. Cheering on a varsity team. The friends we made for life. In recognition of our 175th anniversary, we hope you will share your treasured memories of being a Bishop’s student.

Email your stories to: [email protected] or send them to the Alumni Office at Bishop’s University, 2600 College Street, Sherbrooke, QC J1M 1Z7

We will be sharing them online and on campus.

52 bishop’s magazine | spring 2019 bishop’s magazine | spring 2019 5 HOMECOMING WEEKEND September 27–29, 2019

Special Reunion for the Classes of 1983–1989 Bishop’s Homecoming Weekend is a great opportunity to reconnect with friends and relive your student experiences! Join us and enjoy the place where it all started, as we look forward to BU’s next 175 years! www.ubishops.ca/alumni/events-reunions/