A PUBLICATION FOR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS OF CRANDALL UNIVERSITY // Fall 2020 // Volume 32 Edition 1 // crandallu.ca
The
GROWING EDGE magazine
PANDEMIC PERFORMANCE PLUS
2020’s Spring and Fall Grads, From Major to Medicine, and more!
THE GROWING EDGE MAGAZINE Features
Contents Fall 2020
4 From Major to Medicine 6-9 2020 Grads, Spring and Fall 13 Alumni from Around the Globe
Editor
Darrell Nevers ‘08, Marketing & Communications Manager Email: darrell.nevers@crandallu.ca
Layout & Design Darrell Nevers ‘08
Cover Photo
Victoria Foley, Glenn Rowe, Mark McEwan
Columns 1 3 10 11 12 14
From the President’s Desk Best and Worst Alumni News Faculty News Professional Programs Chargers Athletics Update
Changes of address should be sent to: Alumni Relations Crandall University Box 6004, Moncton, NB E1C 9L7
Tel: (506) 858-8970 | 1-888-968-6228 Fax: (506) 863-6460 Email: alumni@crandallu.ca The Growing Edge is the magazine of Crandall University. Its purpose is to inform alumni, donors, and friends about the University and to keep them in touch with the life of Crandall, as well as its family and friends. Alumni letters, unsolicited manuscripts, art, and photos are welcome for possible inclusion. Items for “Alumni News” should be identified by graduation class year. © 2020 Crandall University. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is strictly prohibited.
News Highlights Milestones
The first cohort of international students taking the Master of Organizational Management graduated in May 2020, and the second received their degrees in November.
New Programs
May saw the launch of a new Master of Management program – a two-year graduate program that provides business training and real-world experience for recent grads of nearly any discipline.
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As of this fall, the ClayStone Certificate program is being offered on campus and is available for students to take alongside their chosen program.
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Starting in the fall of 2021, Crandall will be offering a Kinesiology Major in addition to the existing Minor.
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HIGHER EDUCATION
IN A COVID ERA
Bruce Fawcett, PhD President and Vice Chancellor
Perhaps from time to time in recent months you’ve wondered if the world could be stopped and you could simply hop off and rejoin everyone else when “normal” returns. I know I have. Some days in the spring it felt like all we knew was being turned upside down. This has certainly been true in higher education generally, as well as here at Crandall. Here are just a few of the ways the COVID pandemic has affected how the University operates: Within five days this spring we shifted from in-person classes to a distributed learning model using online technology. All conferences and major events like our Distinguished Alumni Award dinner and Spring Convocation were postponed. Almost all employees began to work from home and our buildings were closed to guests and students alike. The hallways became very, very quiet. At times, as I walked through the academic buildings, it felt like the world had ended and I was the last person remaining! In the midst of the challenges we’ve had many things to be thankful for. Unlike some of our sister institutions across North America, we didn’t have to lay off any employees. Our financial supporters stood by our side and helped make up for lost revenue from other sources. We also had the technology in place for most of our employees to work remotely this spring and summer. Once the Province of New Brunswick moved to the “Yellow Phase” in terms of our collective response to the virus, we were able to make clear plans for the fall semester. We are restricted to groups of 50 being in the same enclosed space but, because we have always intentionally offered small classes, we are teaching our traditional undergraduates, our Education and Organizational Management students, and our current international graduate students face-to-face. We are also using technology to accommodate students whose situation does not allow them to be in a classroom
setting due to personal circumstances, health concerns, or border restrictions. We want to provide the same personal, caring, and friendly environment for which we have always been known. Over the summer, the federal government decided that international students with a provisional study permit would be permitted to begin their studies from their home country. This fall, a record breaking 60 international students began graduate studies with us. We plan to admit more in January and May. I am very proud of our faculty and staff who have risen to the occasion and have maintained a cheerful disposition in spite of the fear and darkness which seems to pervade our planet. They have served admirably and with distinction out of their love for our students. Thank you as well for your interest and support for Crandall during these days. We value and deeply appreciate your friendship and partnership! The months ahead may be a little bumpy and uncertain until a vaccine is widely distributed, as it has always been, our confidence is in God’s direction and provision.
Dr. Bruce Fawcett (‘88) has served as President and ViceChancellor since 2012. He is married to Penny (‘94) and they are the proud parents of two Crandall graduates.
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PLANNED GIVING Crandall BEQUESTS It’s easy to create a lasting legacy at Crandall University through a number of affordable ways. One of the most common is a gift in your Will. A charitable bequest will allow you to make a significant future contribution with little or no effect on your current finances. By leaving such a meaningful gift you will be ensuring that the University’s mission stays strong and you will also help prepare generations of future leaders. The easiest way to leave a bequest is to seek professional help from a legal advisor experienced in preparing Wills. Bequest gifts should be planned carefully so that they can achieve what they are designed to accomplish. If your Will and Estate Plan includes a gift to Crandall University, we would welcome the opportunity to thank you in your lifetime.
Sample wording for a bequest gift:
“I give, devise and bequeath $ to Crandall University, located at 333 Gorge Road, Moncton, NB E1G 3H9, with the charitable registration number 106-736-150 RR0001.” OR
% of the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate, both real and personal “I give, devise and bequeath all or to Crandall University, located at 333 Gorge Road, Moncton, NB E1G 3H9, with the charitable registration number 106-736-150 RR0001.” As of the date of execution for such a document, Crandall University may be contacted at:
By mail
By email
By appointment
Crandall University Box 6004 Moncton, NB E1C 9L7
planned.giving@crandallu.ca gilda.ryder@crandallu.ca
333 Gorge Road, Moncton, NB 506-858-8970 Ext. 134
The Covenant Society was established to recognize the individuals who have chosen to leave a legacy gift to support Crandall’s mission. I have already made provision for a future gift to Crandall University I would like information on: Becoming a member of the Covenant Society Bequests Life Insurance Policies
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Contact Information Name/Address Telephone Email Crandall University, Box 6004, Moncton, NB E1C 9L7 | 506-858-8970 Ext. 134
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BEST AND WORST
Dr. Robert Knowles Vice President for Advancement
When our children were growing up and we sat together to eat supper, we often would get the ‘temperature’ of the day by playing ‘best and worst.’ The concept was simple – our children were invited to reflect on what happened in their day that was great, and what happened that wasn’t. As you can appreciate, with children, answers varied from disappointments with friends to good marks received on tests at school. Today, in the midst of a global pandemic, it’s easy to highlight ‘the worst’ – sickness, death, uncertainty, fear, and isolation abound. We are experiencing something that if we were told of it in advance, I’m not sure we would have been able to wrap our minds around it. But, do you also see ‘the best’ around you? Think with me about sacrifices of front line workers, people reaching out with acts of kindness, increased faith, and words of encouragement. Even with other tragedies in Nova Scotia and elsewhere on top of this pandemic, we’ve seen an outpouring of loving support. Though limited by physical distancing, the intent to care and serve is there. People want to do something for others. While it seems that the ‘COVID crisis’ at Crandall University is relatively small in comparison to challenges faced by some families, we have still been stretched as we adjust to new realities. To hear a supporter say, “How can I help you?”
Dr. Robert Knowles (’89) has served as Vice President for Advancement since 2012. He is married to Crystal (Huxter) (’92, ’16), and they are parents of two Crandall graduates and two current students.
or “I’ve been thinking about you” has made a world of difference to us. We are concerned for our students and our entire community. We want to protect our employees and we want to deliver our education with minimal disruption to our students. While the ‘worst’ relatively speaking may mean inconvenience or revenue loss, the ‘best’ is experienced in second mile service, generosity, teamwork, and creativity. Why should I be surprised? The Crandall University community of employees, students, and our supporters has always risen to the occasion and met the challenge, and God has always provided. In the story of Joseph in Genesis, we learn that even in the worst of circumstances, God can turn bad into good. In the case of recent events, we’ve seen very hard times near and far, but the ‘best’ can also be seen – peace, hope, and love coming from God and experienced in and through relationships with others. And for that I am grateful!
FROM MAJOR TO MEDICINE
Katelyn MacDonald, Class of ’13
Raised in New Brunswick and homeschooled from kindergarten through grade 12, Katelyn had originally planned to study culinary arts. With some encouragement from her parents, however, she decided to go to Crandall for her first year of study. Four years later, in the spring of 2013, Katelyn graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Biology – she enjoyed that first year so much, she couldn’t help but stay and complete her degree. Katelyn’s time at Crandall also pointed her toward a new career path, and she went on to study medicine at Dalhousie Medicine New Brunswick in Saint John. After graduating in 2017, she completed her Family Medicine Residency in Fredericton, and then in June of 2019, she spent three months at BC Women’s Hospital in Vancouver, learning Enhanced Skills in Family Medicine Obstetrics through UBC. After this, Katelyn returned to Fredericton to practice Family Medicine, and in January 2020, she opened her own practice with some other local physicians. Such a venture comes with its own challenges, of course, from learning how to run a business, to finding balance in life with a demanding career, but all of that was compounded when COVID-19 hit only two and a half months after they opened. Operating a medical practice during a pandemic was definitely not covered during her training or education, but overnight everything changed. She was no longer able to see her patients in person, and she had to make decisions about their care without being able to see them, examine them, or even order basic tests. “So many established physicians have told me they can’t imagine starting a practice in this situation, because they are struggling with it as long-practicing physicians,” Katelyn said. “I am so thankful I’ve had so many supportive colleagues around me, to answer my questions and just provide support in general.” Despite the challenges of these past months, Katelyn has not lost sight of the most fulfilling part of her job,
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“being a support to people as they navigate the ups and downs of life.” She went on to explain, “Sometimes this involves helping a patient battle depression and come out on top. Other times this means supporting a patient through a terminal diagnosis and the final stages of life. So much of family medicine is not just finding a diagnosis and treating that diagnosis, but being a mainstay for patients as they go through the journey of life.” Thinking back to her time at Crandall University, Katelyn recognizes the huge impact it had on her. She developed very close friendships that she still cherishes today. She appreciated the small cohort of students she studied with, becoming a very tight-knit group. Above all, Katelyn is grateful for the professors that challenged her and pushed her, both personally and academically: “They encouraged me to pursue my dreams and equipped me with the tools to achieve those dreams. While I can’t pick a particular instance, I have so many memories of sitting in Dr. Mel, Zhan (Dr. Yang), Dr. Coreen Bodner, and Dr. Humby’s offices discussing my plans, and each had a different perspective to offer, all of which helped me to make those plans a reality.” Looking to the future, Katelyn hopes to continue supporting her patients and to make a positive impact in their lives. She is also working with her colleagues to establish a family medicine obstetrics group in Fredericton and start delivering her patients’ babies: “It is something very special to be able to help bring a person into the world and follow them through their life Katelyn MacDonald and in some cases even graduated with her BSc help bring their eventual in 2013, and is now a family babies into the world.”
physician in Fredericton, NB.
GRADUATES
SPRING 2020 GRADS Master of Education Joelene Aymar Stephanie Borthwick Scott Bourque Jaret William Burbine Joshua Joseph Cameron Joshua Andrew Carver Shirley Gaye Colbourne Vanessa Cuzner Robyn M. Estabrooks Tammy Lynn Gallant Angela Hachey Cory Kennedy Jonathan Paul Kierstead Jamie Leclerc Mary A. McDade Christine Corrine MacLean Stacey Dawn McQueen Sarah Margaret McKenna Richards Robyn Moore Ashley Michelle Phillips France Saumure-Mullins Allison Mackenzie Savoy Heather Sharkey Lynn Skinner Derry Adriana Small Cheryl Ann Stiles Heather Streeter Gloria Lynn Trail Sharilyn Grace West Meagan Melissa Wood
Master of Organizational Management Umang Agarwal Iyad Sudqi Al Asi Angele Allain Twinkle Bhatia Pieter Botha Erica Caissie Shahin Faal Colleen Rose Gagnon 6 | Crandall University
Scovia Kabatesi Felice Ella Kamminga Aliasgar Kanchwala Jasmeet Kaur Rajwinder Kaur Samanpreet Kaur Jasmeet Kour Parth Kumar Linda Marie MacDonald Ravneet Kaur Mandal Abhinav Maokar Jesus Maximiliano Morin Mercado Christella Mugabekazi Louise Mutuyemariya Gunjan Nalge Adeola Oluwadamilola Omaboe Alejandro Ramirez Gallegos Randy Eli Randell Jayesh Samarth Tunisha Sandhu Divank Satwani Akashdeep Singh Gurmanpreet Singh Rajbeer Singh Rupinder Singh Samandeep Singh Julie Stewart Sandra Tataw Gayatri Verma Richard Yalley
Bachelor of Education Hana Ahmady Melissa Barry Jason Beaton Dennis Robert William Beers T’Angèle Marie Boudreau Haley Bowen Rebecca Eden Bowes Nikola Lynne Butler Shyann Caissie Bethany Dawn Chandler
Michelle Cirullo Brittany Keith Laurel Scott McKay Corbett Janessa Dignam Kerry Elizabeth Chapman Donovan Aysha Naz Fazil Sarah Elizabeth Foran Jeremy Joseph Benjamin Furlong Deanna Gallant Karine Goguen Jordan Graves Makayla Meaghan Hawkes Scott Hems Amanda Jean Irene Johnston Austin Jones Samantha Jones Chelsea Victoria Lynch Bethany Jane MacDonald Morgan Brandy MacDonald Madison Olivia McHatten Cordell Miller Stephanie Morgan Stephanie Noel Alexandra Mary O’Blenis Nicole Odishaw Marcel Clifford Joseph Pellerin Stacie Alison Reck Naomi Joanna Sager Brendan Andrew Short Marissa Grace Rita Simard Sukhwinder Singh Megan Rachel Smith April Dawn Snow Jenna Marie Stewart Corina Grace Stiles Jianjun Tao Katie Toda Benjamin Trail Isaac Robert Trail Alexandru Bogdan Ungur Elizabeth Skye Warren Helena Whalen
Bachelor of Technical Education Daniel Josheph Comfort Jeremy Lemire
Bachelor of Arts (Organizational Managment) Eric Arseneault Alexa Blackmore Jonathan D. Brewer Jeff Brinston Brandon Lamont Fields Rebecca Green Kelly L. Gregory Nathaniel Horsman Adele Lapierre Eric LeBouthillier Craig William Lines Kelly Nadeau Taylor Brooke Perry Titilola Flora Sharpe Daniel Smith Tanya Smythe Mahamat Sougoudji Twila Brenda June Stairs Debra Lori Walker Umbori Watson Carrie Lynn Williams
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Luke Jonathan Edwards Alisha Hope Longmire Danielle K. Reimer Natasha Stewart
Bachelor of Science (Honours) Jamie Dawn Morehouse
Bachelor of Arts Samantha Leigh Anderson Nicole Babineau Sydnee Faye Balser Ryan Bastarache Abby Alexandra Brander Amber Leigh Cliff Natalya Angelique Cormier
Cassidy Marie Culligan Ashlee Morgan Dawson Jonathan Michael de Jager Victoria Lyn Dowling Benjamin Dunnett Sarah Lynn Feeney Kimberlee Gayle Francis Jocelyn Fraser Matthew Delbert Friars Steve Golac Tyler Jones Rachel Knowles Isabelle Letourneau Bethany Jane MacDonald Emily Mather Julia Rose McLearn Jacob McLellan Véronique Melanson Melissa Mitton Stephanie Morgan Emma Mundle Caelan Myra Janzen Ohlhauser Nathan Phillips Martin Poirier Michael Robins Emily Rourke Sarah-Jane Christine Saint Zachary Saint Nicholas Schock Rachel Dawn Sharp Megan Rachel Smith Cassidy Anne Steeves Allydia Tingley Emma Marion Katherine Trenholm Amber Lynne Woodard Nicholas Woodcock
Bachelor of Business Administration Danika Albert Andrew Baker Frances Caroline Branswell Wiljennie Emmanuela Compere Jessica Rae Culberson
Grant Logan Brandon Allan Malloch Christopher Hollis McCready Joel David Alexander Murray Alexander Nelson Shelby Alena Nickerson Rebecca Bailey Reay Pierre Robert Robichaud Deney Taylor Melissa Tracey Hannah Trail
Bachelor of Science Jordan Richard Maitland Weaver
Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language Sarah Ching Jean LeBlanc Mark Steven MacKay
Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language Sarah Foran Patricia Carla Rutayisire Gilda Ryder Natasha Stewart
ClayStone Certificate Grace Comeau Sheldon Donovan Emma Hiltz Rhys Inglis Joshua Jay Samuel McNally Jeneal Risk Natalie Ryan Isaiah Stairs
Cross Cultural Certificate
! s n o i t a l u t a Congr Julia Rose McLearn
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FALL 2020 GRADS Master of Education R. David Baker Schyler Clare Campbell Carrie Coughlan Jennifer DeWolfe Matthew Fraser Dixon Chantal Gallant Joanne Christine Hart Stephanie Danielle Hollett Nicole Killam Stéphane Joseph Le Clair Nathan MacDonald Cody James Parsons Jillian Alisha Smith Sally Ann Stultz Ashley Ward
Master of Organizational Management Parakh Anand Gaurav Arora Mukesh Balani Sharon Madelene Bosch Hebatallah Elsafoury Kamaldeep Kaur Kulwinder Kaur Manpreet Kaur Sandeep Kaur Sarabjit Kaur Sarbjeet Kaur
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Devinder Kour Shalehen Mahmud Vishakha Rathore Debojyoti Saha Rakshit Sharma Manpreet Singh Prachi Singh Priyanka Babria Siyol Natasha Marie Sock
Bachelor of Arts (Organizational Management) Colette Beers Kayla Rhea Fearon Ghislain Godin Katherine Howatt Scott Miller Claudette Ann Murray Gillian Wilson
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Jessica Dawn McQuarrie
Bachelor of Arts Jonathan Edward Woodman
Bachelor of Organizational Management Krista Johnson
Spring 2020 Convocation Awards Faculty of Business Administration Gold Medal Christopher McCready Melissa Tracey
The Gord and Marlene (Steeves) Read Award for Inspirational Teaching Marcel Pellerin Katie Toda
Highest Standing Overall / Honours Society Award Cassidy Steeves
Highest Standing in First Year Jonathan Albinet
Highest Standing in Second Year Anna Grove
Highest Standing in Third Year Rebekah Howe
DEAN’S LIST 2019-2020
undergraduate students with a GPA of 3.7 or higher Jonathan Albinet Samantha Anderson Rebekah Archibald Megan Atkinson Kenzie Baker Kylee Balser Alyssa Banfield Ryan Bastarache Colette Beers Kimberly Beers Alexa Blackmore Kaitlin Blacquiere Michaela Bourque Frances Branswell Jonathan Brewer Caleb Bustin Troy Butler Alyssa Ching Amber Cliff Hannah Cook Jared Cook Melora Cook Kayla Cote Jessica Culberson Nicole Doiron Katrina Drost Brianne D’Souza Travis Duke
Luke Edwards Kayla Fearon Sarah Feeney Daniel Flower William Frost Jessica Gallagher Sophie Gray Anna Grove Hayley Hallett Jared Henry Amanda Ho Madison Homan Elsie Hovey Katherine Howatt Rebekah Howe Amanda Hunt Sean Inglis Jessica Jewell-Barr Krista Johnson Nicholas Jones Bethany Knowles Caroline Landry Adele Lapierre Danielle LeBlanc Sophie LeBlanc Joshua Lewis Aynsley Long Alisha Longmire
Marie Lyons Mary MacLean Jenna MacLeod Keegan Manuel Emily Mather Kristy Maxwell Christopher McCready Mark McEwen Hannah McGonnell Erin McLearn Jessica McQuarrie Sarah McQuarrie Véronique Melanson India Miller-Bidwell Katelyn Morrissey Abby Murphy Claudette Murray Joel Murray Lauren Myers Maggie Nemeth Shelby Nickerson Phillip Nowlan Janzen Ohlhauser Keegan Perry Nathalie Richard Emilie Robichaud Pierre Robichaud
Roen Robichaud Julie Rowe Nicholas Schock Haleigh Sears Urvashi Sharma Rachel Sharp Sarah Slaunwhite Darby Smith Kira Smith Taylor Spark Cassidy Steeves Kennedy Steeves Natasha Stewart Hannah Stiles Nathan Stoll Rebekah Swanson Emily Tardif Deney Taylor Melissa Tracey Hannah Trail Indira Trowsdale Hollie Weaver Jordan Weaver Mitchell Webber Amy West Emilie Williams Gillian Wilson Nicolas Woodcock The Growing Edge Magazine | 9
ALUMNI NEWS Jill (Duplissea) Quiring (‘98, ‘02) graduated from UNB in May 2020 with her Master of Education in Critical Studies.
Janet (Mitton) Hirtle (‘63) and her husband Jim celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary.
Jill (Sullivan) MacKenzie (‘83) started a new job with the Nova Scotia Department of Education, taught MEd courses at MSVU and StFX, and welcomed a 6th grandchild!
Joanne (Spinney) Martin (‘84) and her husband celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary in July. Roy (‘86) and Kimberley (Turner, ‘85) Beckett celebrated the birth of their third grandchild in December 2018.
Chantal (Lavigne) MacDonald (‘08) and her husband Jeremy welcomed their third child, Ember Ruth in November 2019. Diane (Bossé) Tait (‘11) and her husband Shawn (‘10) traveled to Kimmirut, Nunavut with a team to hold hockey and music camps for over 100 children.
Colton Conrad (‘13) and his wife Meredith welcomed their first child, Zander, in October 2019.
Angela (Furlotte) Titus (‘14) and her husband welcomed their son William in February 2019. Angela is a teacher in NB’s Anglophone South school district.
Cody (‘15) and Kathy (Holmes, ‘17) Guitard recently celebrated the birth of their first child, Maria Faye Leigh, in September 2020.
Nathan (‘17) and Lacey (Brannen, ‘19) Weaver welcomed their first child, Naomi Deborah Suzanne, in February 2020.
Jenna (Martin) Wilson (‘19) married Garrison Wilson (‘16-19) in December 2019.
SHARE YOUR UPDATES Sara Parks (‘96, ‘00) was awarded three years of full-time postdoctoral research funding through the Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship.
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alumni@crandallu.ca crandallu.ca/alumni Ashley (Kayne) Holmes (‘14) and her husband Jay have a new addition: Oliver Joseph, born in September 2020.
FACULTY NEWS
While many of our faculty members have been faced with postponed or canceled speaking engagements and presentations over the last year, it has not stopped their research, publication, and overall contributions to their respective fields. Here are a few highlights. Dr. Alan Chan co-authored a paper analyzing the Canada Summer Jobs Program, and another on food price convergences in Canada. He and his wife also welcomed a new addition to their growing family, a baby boy born this November! Dr. Stephen Dempster is currently working on a commentary on Genesis and a book on the Kingdom of God. In addition, he worked with Credo Magazine on several projects, authored an essay on the shape of the Hebrew Bible, and before travel was curtailed, spoke at several conferences and served as a moderator for the Evangelical Theological Society.
Dr. Elissa Rodkey published two papers in the journal History of Psychology: one on teaching research ethics and one on intellectual community and unofficial networks. Dr. Rodkey also had an entry published in the Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Psychology on James McCosh. In addition to sharing his research on tolerance at a Public Lecture last winter, Dr. Sam Reimer co-authored an article on the social attitudes of young adult evangelicals which was published in the Canadian Review of Sociology, and another on social conservatism that appeared in the Canadian Journal of Political Science.
President Fawcett’s latest book, Christian Higher Education in Canada: Challenges and Opportunities, is now available from McMaster Divinity College Press. It contains chapters written by professors Newell and Stackhouse. Dr. Fawcett’s article “What Helps Young Christians Grow in Discipleship: Exploring connections between discipleship pathways and psychological type” (co-written with Leslie Francis, Tracy Freeze, Renee Embree, and David Lankshear) was also published recently in the journal Mental Health, Religion, and Culture. Dr. Wendy Bokhorst-Heng coauthored two papers with Dr. Kelle Marshall on French immersion education in Canada, and a third with Dr. Rita Silver on globalization and English language teacher education.
Dr. Dieu Hack-Polay has co-authored a new book with Emerald Publishing entitled Migration Practice as Creative Practice: An Interdisciplinary Exploration of Migration, and as part of Emerald Publishing’s 2020 Literati Awards, he received a Highly Commended
Paper Award for a paper analyzing migrant enclaves. Dr. Adam Stewart recently published an article in Irish Theological Quarterly on the integration of faith and education entitled, “Towards a Philosophy of Liberal Education: John Henry Newman on Teaching Universal Knowledge, the Cultivation of the Intellect, and the Enlargement of Mind.”
Dr. John Stackhouse released a new book this fall entitled Can I Believe? Christianity for the Hesitant from Oxford University Press, and also published a conversation with major figures in nonfiction publishing on Christianity Today Online called “Christian Publishing: Why Such Low Royalties?”
At the presentation of the Stephen & Ella Steeves Awards, held this fall after pandemic-related postponements, four faculty members were honoured for excellence in teaching (Dr. Keith Grant and Prof. Amy Lean MacArthur), research (Dr. Ted Newell), and service (Dr. Mel Schriver). An award for Meritorious Service was also presented to Prof. Ken Frost for his vision, dedication and commitment to Crandall’s Education Program.
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PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Education A More Flexible MEd
This year, updates to the Master of Education program have provided even more options for teachers to pursue further studies. Students also have the option to take a limited number of courses without enrolling in the full degree program – an excellent opportunity for those who are interested in the courses we offer that count toward a Principal’s Certificate. For more information visit crandallu.ca, call 1-888-968-6228 or email education.admissions@crandallu.ca
Organizational Management Everyone is talking about Organizational Management because it is all about the students who bring a broad range of life, employment, cultural, and educational experiences into the classroom. Putting these students together creates a rich, engaging, and powerful learning environment. New this year in the Degree Completion Program is the Bachelor of Organizational Management (BOrgM). As a three-year degree, you now have two options to complete your undergraduate studies in the same one night per week format, and based on your previous credits and educational/ professional goals! Check out the options at crandallu.ca/degree-completion
Education Programs Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Technical Education French Immersion Education Certificate Master of Education
OrgM Programs Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Management Bachelor of Organizational Management Master of Organizational Management
Photo taken May 2019
Let’s have a Conversation about your Higher Education Ambitions: Dr. Roger Russell, BSc, MBA, PhD Dean of Professional Programs
Shelly Lyons, MAdEd Program Administrator
Krista Johnson Enrollment Specialist
P. 506.863.6454 roger.russell@crandallu.ca
P. 506.858.8970 ext. 143 shelly.lyons@crandallu.ca
P. 506.858.8970 ext. 385 krista.johnson@crandallu.ca
ALUMNI FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
Pieter Botha (Class of ’20)
Pieter Botha’s story starts in South Africa where he was born and raised. He enjoyed his life in South Africa but knew that moving to a country like Canada would be safer for him and his family. Pieter knew that “it was a matter of when, and not if, when we’d be victims of serious crime (again)”. Pieter was put in contact with a friend of a friend that was originally from South Africa, but had immigrated to Moncton. This friend suggested that Pieter study in Canada as a step towards immigration. Pieter was interested in Crandall for a number of reasons; because of his faith, he appreciated that Crandall was a Christian University, but he also wanted to expand his business skills. He had a lot of experience in software engineering, but he didn’t have the business management or soft skills to give him an edge in a competitive environment. This is what made Crandall’s Master of Organizational Management very appealing, and because of the uniqueness of the program, he was ultimately able to get a visa to study in Canada. Pieter thoroughly enjoyed his time at Crandall. He learned a lot, especially in the areas of leadership and management. The highlight of his time was the professors he met: “I appreciated the lecturers for their knowledge and experience that they shared but also for their open hearts and compassion.” After graduating, Pieter started to look for a job. With the help of career experts (and after sending out nearly one hundred résumés), Pieter was hired as the Technical Manager for the LINCS Project at the University of Guelph. Pieter and his family have since settled into their new community, and over these past months, Pieter has appreciated that he could work from home. They certainly miss their Moncton friends, but try to stay in touch as they build their new life in Canada.
Pieter Botha, 2020 MOrgM Grad (right) with Dr. Dannie Brown, Dean of International Academic Programs (left). Photo taken December 2019.
Pieter recognizes the critical role Crandall University has played in his journey. He enjoyed both the type of degree Crandall offered – which allowed him to come to Canada – and the content that was taught in the program by Crandall’s excellent faculty. Pieter, we are glad we could be part of your story, and as with all of our graduates, we can’t wait to see where you’ll go!
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Chargers Athletics Updates
2020 Athletics Update Last year was one of growth and transformation for Chargers Athletics as we have worked to lay the foundation and framework for future success. 2019-2020 was a great season of ‘firsts’: we launched our new women’s volleyball program and played our inaugural season; we hosted our first international boxing event, We The North East, with the U.S. Military Academy at West Point; our men’s cross country team finished third at the ACAA Championships; and so much more, including welcoming new staff and coaches. Looking back at the record for last season, we know that wins and losses alone don’t tell the whole story. While we didn’t have the overall success that we would have liked, our athletes showed true grit, character and determination – across the board, they competed hard to the final whistle of every game. We are proud to recognize Luke Edwards, who earned CCAA Academic All-Canadian honours as well as nine other athletes who earned CCAA National Scholar Award honours. We also had seven athletes earn ACAA AllConference honours.
As we navigate the current situation for our university and our athletes, we look forward to the day when we can return to ‘normal’, but we want you to know that we are not sitting on our hands. We are actively training and working hard with our student athletes to stretch their limits and raise their game to a new level. In the mean time, we ask you to continue to show your support for the Chargers: follow @CUChargers on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter to stay up to date on everything that’s happening with our athletes this year!
2020-2021 Chargers Head Coaches
Men’s Basketball: Women’s Basketball: Men’s Soccer: Women’s Soccer: Women’s Volleyball: Cross Country: Boxing:
Todd McKillop Jillian Smith Damian Dyke Kevin Talbot Colin Cook Brandon LeBlanc Jon Ohlhauser
Looking Ahead
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020-2021 season looks very different than in years past, but we are looking at it as an opportunity to invest in our athletes. We are providing new opportunities for training and competition, all while maintaining high standards for health and safety. In addition, we have been rolling out our strategic plan, A Higher Purpose, which outlines the mission, values, goals, strategies, and priorities for Chargers Athletics in the years to come. Jim Druart, Director of Athletics & Recreation
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2019-2020 Athletic Awards Women’s Soccer
MVP: Courtney Lutes Christian Leadership Award: Celine Albinet Coach’s Award: Alyssa Dykeman
Men’s Soccer
MVP: Luke Edwards Christian Leadership Award: Glenn Rowe Coach’s Award: Jon Albinet
Athletes of the Year
Female Athlete of the Year: Becca Reay Male Athlete of the Year: Jesus Marvik Ruiz Alvarado
Additional Awards
Unsung Hero Award: Victoria Foley Dr. Seth Crowell Award: Alyssa Dykeman
League Awards CCAA All Canadian:
Cross Country
MVP Male: Nick Fletcher MVP Female: Mary MacLean Christian Leadership Award: Alex Hisey
Boxing
Boxer of the Year: Jesus Marvik Ruiz Alvarado
Women’s Basketball
MVP: Emily Briggs Christian Leadership Award: Alexa Rancourt & Rachel Leland Coach’s Award: Melissa Smith
Men’s Basketball
Luke Edwards
CCAA National Scholar Award Recipients:
Luke Edwards, Mehmed Hajrovick, Alex Hisey, Sean Inglis, Nicholas Jones, Daniel Smith, Megan Smith, Hannah Stiles, Hannah Trail, Amy West
ACAA All Conference Selections:
First Team: Luke Edwards, Men’s Soccer; Courtney Lutes, Women’s Soccer Second Team: Glenn Rowe, Men’s Soccer; Alyssa Dykeman, Women’s Soccer; Colby Lawrence, Men’s Basketball; Dan Maxwell, Men’s Basketball Men’s Soccer First Team All Conference Keeper: MacLean Hawkins-Olinskie
MVP: Devon Glenn Christian Leadership Award: Mitchell Webber Coach’s Award: Daniel Maxwell
Women’s Volleyball
MVP: Melora Cook Christian Leadership Award: Celine Albinet Coach’s Award: Becca Reay
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR THE CHARGERS! We thank everyone for your continued support and involvement in Crandall University’s Chargers Athletics, and we look forward to every opportunity to grow our teams! Learn more about the Chargers: crandallchargers.ca | crandallu.ca | athletics@crandallu.ca
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