A PUBLICATION FOR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS OF CRANDALL UNIVERSITY // Fall 2021 // Volume 34 Edition 1 // crandallu.ca
The
GROWING EDGE
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GROWING IN EVERY WAY PLUS
2021’s Fall Grads, Stepping up to Lead, the latest news, and more!
The Growing Edge Magazine
Contents Fall 2021
Features 2 4 5 7 Editors
Darrell Nevers ‘08, Marketing & Communications Manager
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Campus Updates Stepping Up to Lead Fall 2021 Graduates Students Jumping in to Serve with CU Serves Lasting Legacies
Email: darrell.nevers@crandallu.ca Frannie Branswell ‘20, Marketing & Communications Associate
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Nathalie Richard ‘21
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Increased Momentum Thanks, Team! Faculty and Staff News Alumni News International Student, Pandemic Studies Professional Programs Successful Student Stories Chargers Athletics Update
Increased Momentum Bruce Fawcett, PhD
President and Vice Chancellor Last year I wrote in an update to our financial supporters that, even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Crandall University had significant momentum, and God was blessing our students, employees, and the University as a whole. This academic year that momentum not only continues, but it has increased! Let me share some illustrations with you:
Record Enrollment When I arrived as President nearly a decade ago, the Board of Governors told me that their dream was that one day, Crandall University would serve 1,000 students. Last year enrollment continued to climb, and we achieved a record enrollment of 924 students. This fall we have 960 students, and we expect that before the end of the year we will have a student body of more than 1,000! Our growth has been across most program areas at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and includes students from 28 countries. Reaching 1,000 students is an exciting milestone, but this number is not merely an achievement; it signifies that more students are being served and greater impact is being made.
New Programs This Fall the University welcomed its first cohort of 18 students into our new Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology. In January we will welcome our first cohort of 25 students into our new Saturday-only Bachelor of Education program. In January we will also be launching our first completely online degree program, the Master of Management degree – a program students can enter whenever a new two-month course begins.
New Faculty More students and more programs require more professors. This past summer we welcomed six new faculty members with completed or nearly completed PhDs from the Universities of Alabama, Durham, New Brunswick, St. Andrew’s, Queensland, and Regina. They come to us from the US, Brazil, Scotland, China, Canada,
Dr. Bruce Fawcett (’88) has served as President and Vice-Chancellor since 2012. He is married to Penny (’94) and they are the proud parents of two Crandall graduates.
and Australia, and all have significant ministry and professional backgrounds, and we are delighted to have them join our team!
New Staff The fall we also welcomed some of our recent graduates to entry-level roles along with seasoned staff to more senior roles, especially in the area of Student Life and Transformation. We’ve revamped our student volunteer program, now called CU Serves, and improved our ability to welcome and host our growing number of international students.
Chapel Growth In spite of COVID limitations, this year we have more people attending chapel than at any time during my years as President. We are led by our new Dean of the Chapel, Dr. Steve Watts, along with student, faculty, and staff volunteers.
Athletic Success We are thrilled that our cross-country team won the ACAA conference championship and represented Atlantic Canada at the national championships in Calgary. Our boxing team has traveled to a variety of tournaments regionally and also went to compete again against the US Military Academy at West Point in New York. Soccer season has passed with improved play by our teams and our basketball teams and women’s volleyball team have begun their seasons with great energy and success on the court. Staying unified as a community and serving students during a pandemic era is not always easy, but I am delighted with the positive attitude of our students and employees and I am grateful that we not only have momentum during this time, but increased momentum! Thank you for your interest and support that contributes to making this momentum a reality.
The Joseph Crandall Tower on Murray Hall was removed to receive some refurbishment
Flags were installed in the Great Hall to represent the home countries of students who have attended Crandall
Campus Updates
Almost all of our athletics facilities have been updated, including the gym, fitness centre, locker rooms, and more!
Thanks, Team! Dr. Robert Knowles
Vice President for Advancement As a sports fan, I enjoy watching my favorite teams play on television, and as a parent I’ve taken my place on the sidelines or in the bleachers many times and watched my kids compete. I’ve learned that successful teams rally around the common goal of winning. The Apostle Paul reinforces this by talking about earthly training and competition and pressing toward winning the heavenly prize (Philippians 3). Paul was “in it to win it” and he surrounded himself with teams in ministry to succeed at spreading the good news. When we think about “winning” and “teamwork” at Crandall University, it is more than goals or points scored as our Chargers step onto the field or the court, compete on the course or in the ring. We want all of our students to win not just at athletics but at life – their careers, their character, their relationships with others and with God. For some, this is the continuation of a journey built on a firm foundation provided by their family, for others it is a new start, and for every student it is a work in progress.
Many of you reading this do not work at Crandall and maybe you did not attend here as a student, but you do support us financially. You are also a part of the Crandall team – helping us as staff and faculty do our part to fulfil our mission as we help our students reach their educational goals. Since we do not receive government funding, we rely on the financial support of our donors to keep our students’ costs reasonable. We also rely on our support base to promote Crandall to potential students. Don’t underestimate the importance of those investments! When I give financial support to Crandall University or another ministry or cause I believe in it, I’m saying in essence: “I support you; I believe in what you are doing, and I want to see you succeed. I want to be on the team and I like to hear stories of how my gift is working toward a bigger goal!” This magazine is all about this. Celebrate the wins, team! Great things are happening at Crandall University.
For employees of the University, winning means rallying together around our mission to see lives transformed. We want to give our students the tools they need to be successful in the classroom and in the years following graduation. Our professors are committed to integrating the Christian faith with their disciplines, and our staff supplement that by committing to the mission in their own individual ways with their gifts. We rely on each other to get the job done and bring honor to the Lord (Colossians 1:18b). We are excited to see growth in the lives of our students and hear of our alumni excelling in their fields – education, business, law, medicine, ministry, missions, politics – wherever God leads them. We cheer them on and thank God for the opportunity that has been ours to coach and encourage them toward their desired goals.
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.
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Stepping up to lead Paige (Hambrook) Storey, Class of ’09 I graduated from Crandall University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. After graduating, I started working at the Eel Ground Youth Home. I worked there until 2012, when I accepted a job at the Eel Ground Health Centre as their Maternal Child Health Home Visitor. In this role, I offer support to new moms, babies, and young families in the community. I love working in this position and it is very rewarding. In 2013, I married my husband Jonathan. We moved to the little village of Doaktown, which I now call home. I have two teenage stepsons, Brody and Zach. I am also a dog mom to Hank and Louie. In 2020, my husband and some friends convinced me to run in the municipal election. I was hesitant at first, but with their support I decided to run. However, when the COVID-19 pandemic began, this plan got postponed to May 2021. As soon as I decided to be a candidate in the municipal election, I starting researching and learning about my community and things that needed to be done. The community wanted change and I felt that I could be that change. I had years of experience working with various levels of government and I knew that my skills and experience would be well suited for this role. It was exciting to be elected to the Doaktown municipal council, especially when I found out I was the first Indigenous person/woman elected to council. It was an even greater honour to be appointed Deputy Mayor. I have had so many amazing opportunities since being elected. I have met all the MLAs in New Brunswick along with Premier Higgs. I also met Erin O’Toole, leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, when he was visiting our province. I have also had the opportunity to make a real impact in my town. There is still work to be done, but I am working hard to make it a better place not only
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for my own family, but for every family in the community. I want my stepsons to be proud to be from the Village of Doaktown. During my time at Crandall, I made some wonderful lifelong friendships, and I still connect with them from time to time in person and through social media. The staff and faculty at Crandall were so welcoming and helpful. I had a very close connection with the Student Development staff. Debbie MacPhail (and her husband Chet), Heidi Soggie, and Kim Cook welcomed me and made me feel right at home when I was at Crandall. I truly feel my time at Crandall University helped prepare me for my future. While I was at Crandall, I was voted Vice President of the Student Association. That experience taught me a lot about democracy and leadership. I learned important lessons about making decisions and choices that impacted others. These lessons and experiences are so applicable to my roles today. My education and experience at Crandall has helped me in my career, and it has made a lasting impact on my life.
Paige (Hambrook) Storey (’09) with her family. From left to right: Zach, Paige, Jonathan, and Brody
Fall 2021 Grads Master of Education Hassan Maidal Deidra Riddle Terri-Lynn Kathleen Smith Brittney Letourneau Vautour
Tarun Kumar Makhija Sandeep Kaur Mann Nicole Ouellette Panka Uniyal Vikas
Master of Management
Bachelor of Education
Neha Ahuja Omosede Aligbe Rajwinder Kaur Riya Nitinbhai Khadela Priyank Fulchand Malvi Dhameliya Brijeshkumar Mavajibhai Kiki Mejabi Meenu Oluwatoyin Olumide-Ojo Chiragkumar Rameshbhai Paneliya Apurva Savaliya Kunal Shah Gursharan Singh Sidhu Shubham Zaverbhai Sojeetra Dushyant Tagotra Kanupriya Virdi
William Ikechi Chidiebere Njoku
Master of Organizational Management Ty C. Abraham Abiola Ariyibi Nishant Yogeshbhai Chandarana Wen Sze Foo Jemine Grage Lokeshwaran Jayaseelan Amanjot Kaur Arshdeep Kaur Anuoluwapo Kehinde Abhijit Singh Khokhar
Convocation Awards International Academic Programs Graduate Students’ Honours Society Award
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Elsie Maria Hovey
Bachelor of Arts Stephen Christopher Brown Maria Michelle Collette Katrina Marie Drost Brianne D’Souza Jennifer Marie Dupuis Thomas James Graham Mujeeb Adeyinka Jimoh Krista N. Johnson Tim LeBlanc Julie Nadine Matthews Jennifer J. McCarthy Paskalle Anik Rose Mclaughlin Nathalie Richard Krysta Ripley Haleigh Megan Sears Sarah Anne Slaunwhite Amanda Lee Steeves Darren Joseph Wilkins
Dhameliya Brijeshkumar Mavajibhai
Adult Professional Studies Division Honours Society
Cohort 39: Nathalie Richard
Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language Shurooq Aldoori Rose Zavari
Cohort 41: Darren Wilkins
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Students jump into service CU Serves program empowers student volunteerism in creative new ways This fall, one of the most exciting things happening at Crandall U isn’t actually happening on campus at all; rather, it is the outpouring of many of Crandall’s students into the wider community, giving of themselves for the good of others! In September 2021 Crandall University launched its new “CU Serves” program, encouraging students to consider taking their gifts and passions into the neighborhoods around them in acts of service. Volunteerism has long been a key ingredient of the Crandall University experience, with thousands of hours dedicated every year to the local community. Building upon that rich heritage of altruism, the new CU Serves initiative seeks to intentionally challenge students to consider their unique gifts and growing skills, then look for needs in the neighborhood around them that they can meet.
picture, and seek God’s blessing on the communities we call home.” While big experiences that are catalytic for student transformation are celebrated across the Crandall community, not every CU Serves experience is larger than life – in fact, many are much more humble in nature, with students looking for opportunities to show love for their neighbours in small ways. Whether it is students learning sign language to serve those living with hearing impairment, assisting in a local Church, or tutoring a child over the internet, Crandall students are committing to meeting needs, serving others, and ultimately being good news in the community, one interaction at a time.
While a resurgence of COVID this Fall has required a shift in posture and plans, the Manager of CU Serves and Undergraduate Student Life and Transformation, Rev. Tim Carruthers remains optimistic: “It’s refreshing to see the Crandall student body respond with an optimistic curiosity – finding ways to step up and serve!” What has made the CU Serves launch so successful is the versatility of the program in a season of frequent changes. While larger group events need to be carefully approached, safe and successful events continue to make a significant impact. These include events such as September’s CU Serves Carwash which raised over $3,000 to support Canadian Baptist Ministries’ global response to vaccine inequity, or the more than 500 pounds of non-perishable food items collected on the Trick or Treat Food Drive for the Peter McKee Community Center in Moncton. “These aren’t just good things – but Good News things!” noted Carruthers. “With everything we do, the desire is to see students connect the dots between their service journey and their spiritual walk – to see the bigger
Non-perishable food items collected by students during the Halloween Food Drive.
In September, students washed cars to raise funds for vaccines in the majority world.
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Faculty & Staff News President Bruce Fawcett’s (’88) article “Momentum in the Midst” was published in the spring 2021 edition of CCCU Advance and his article (co-written with L.J. Francis and Ursula McKenna) “Sustaining young Canadian Baptists in the faith: Exploring the connection between religious affect and parental religious attendance” was published in the Journal of Research on Christian Education. Dr. Fawcett has also been elected to serve as Vice Chair of the Board of Christian Higher Education Canada and continues to serve as an member of the editorial board of the journal Rural Theology. Dr. Sylvia Findlay was invited as the Guest Speaker for KHOJ-Research and Innovation Bootcamp. Aeon, the Incubation Centre of Jesus and Mary College, Delhi University, launched its first-ever research Bootcamp. The title of her presentation was “Introduction to Business Research.” Dr. Dieu Hack-Polay published three COVID-19-related management articles: “Who’s more vulnerable? A Generational Investigation of COVID-19 Perceptions’ Effect on Organisational Citizenship Behaviours in the MENA Region: Job Insecurity, Burnout and Job Satisfaction as Mediators” and “No one is safe! But who’s more susceptible? Locus of control moderates pandemic perceptions’ effects on job insecurity and psychosocial factors amongst MENA hospitality frontliners: A PLS-SEM approach” were published in BMC Public Health, and “Pandemic pains to Instagram gains! COVID-19
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perceptions’ effects on behaviours towards fashion brands on Instagram in Sub-Saharan Africa: Tech-native vs non-native generations” in Journal of Marketing Communications. Dr. Cathlene Hillier published two articles, one titled “Mind the gaps: Examining youth’s reading, math and science skills across northern and rural Canada” in Rural Sociology and the other titled “A seasonal comparison of the effectiveness of parent engagement on student literacy achievement” in the Canadian Journal of Education. She also presented two papers at the Canadian Sociological Association Conference at Congress of the Humanities, one titled “Does location matter?: Northern and rural differences in youth’s reading, math, and science skills in Canada’s provinces” and the other titled “‘Mideo’ games and learning apps: Children’s agency in technology use at home and schools.” The latter led to an interview with the Moncton Times and Transcript (article: “Education experts: Kids should play a bigger role in their own learning” by Derek Haggett). Dr. Hillier is also a recipient of a SSHRC Insight Development Grant for which she is the primary investigator. Along with her co-investigator, Dr. Jessica Rizk (University of Waterloo), she will be examining technology use amongst children, families, and schools in New Brunswick and Ontario. Dr. Hillier has also started a Robotics Club with BEd students and Dr. Tye Campbell.
Shelly Lyons (’07), Program Administrator and part-time faculty member for Professional Programs, has received a $15,000 graduate student scholarship funded by the British Columbia Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training. This scholarship is provided as part of BC’s commitment to encourage excellence in BC’s research-based graduate programs and should support about twelve months of Shelly’s ongoing doctoral studies at Royal Roads University in Victoria, BC. Shelly also presented a paper titled “Beyond a leap of faith: Fostering leadership spirituality in the workplace” at the 2021 Royal Roads University Doctoral Conference which has also been published in the conference proceedings. Professor Robert MacDonald and Marketing and Communications Associate Frannie Branswell (’20) presented original research in human resource management at the 2021 North American Case Research Association Conference (held virtually October 15-16). Their graphic case study “The Monkey’s Breaking the Law? Exploring Employee Relations in the Midst of Interpersonal Conflict” received the “Special Award for Innovation in Case Writing.” Dr. Sam Reimer’s article “Political Tolerance in Canada: Are religious Canadians and Americans more intolerant?” will soon be published in an upcoming issue of Canadian Review of Sociology.
Alumni News Carolyn (Caldwell) Miller (’10) and husband Nathaniel (’99) welcomed their fifth child and first daughter, Lauren Hope Miller, this past April. Pictured are their boys, Wyatt (8), Emmett (6), Harrison (4), and Finnegan (2), with their days-old sister, Lauren. (Photo taken by fellow alumni, Matt Yorke (’07-09) and Chera (Reid) Yorke (’10), of Yorke Photography.) Rev. Benjamin Porter (’04) transitioned to a new role as Director of Fellowship International in June 2021. Ben provides leadership and strategy to missionaries around the world to implement the vision of Disciple Making Movements as part of the global evangelism effort targeting unreached people groups. Katie (McDonald) Enman (’09) recently completed the Immigration Consultant Diploma Program with honours and successfully passed CICC’s (College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants) standard exam, allowing her to practice. Her business, Shoreline Immigration, opened in Fall 2021 and focuses on helping newcomers and their families work, study, and immigrate to Atlantic Canada.
Lianne (MacKinnon) (’16) and Caleb Settle (’16) welcomed their first child John Mark Caleb Settle in December 2020. Jon Szo (’17) and Robynn (MacCallum) (’19) were married on August 14, 2021 in Moncton, NB.
Zach Paget (’18) and his wife Krista welcomed baby Jax Andrew in June 2021.
Taylor (Craig) (’18) and Josh Adams (’19) welcomed baby Piper Rae in July 2021 weighing 6lbs 13oz.
Jake (’18) and Hannah (Cummings) Freeze (’18) welcomed baby Ruth Susan in November 2021 weighing in at 6lbs 12oz. Their first child, Frederick, is a proud big brother!
Tyler Steckley (’18), Crandall’s Director of International Admissions, married Laura (Harris) on July 17, 2021. Congrats Tyler and Laura!
Leah (Eisener) (’19, ’21) married Jakob Roberts on July 31, 2021. Congratulations!
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International Student, pandemic studies Wen Sze Foo, MOrgM, Class of ’21 Wen Sze Foo is from Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia. She graduated this fall with her Master of Organizational Management (MOrgM) which she felt was the perfect program to help take her fifteen yearlong career in marketing and communications to the next level: “My last two roles prior to pursuing my Masters involved corporate strategy projects and new business developments, both of which sparked my interest in project and strategy work, which led me to pursue my Master’s at Crandall.” Already well-versed in the business world, Wen took the selection process rather seriously when it came to where to pursue further education: “The main reason that I chose Crandall’s MOrgM is due to the topics it covered, which are focused on working with and managing people, which I knew would tie in well with my workplace interests as well as be more specific than a general MBA.” Being in the midst of a global pandemic for the majority of her studies at Crandall, Wen had a bit of an unconventional student experience, and wasn’t actually physically in Moncton until March of 2021, 5 months before she completed her program. When she was finally able to make it to Canada, Wen was grateful: “it was an interesting experience travelling on a plane during the pandemic and having to quarantine for 3 days in Toronto and another 14 days when I arrived in Moncton. I’m so thankful for the support that I’ve received from Crandall staff, especially Erin Bateman (’11), and also from my fellow course mates, who had arrived before me and helped me settle into life in Canada.” Despite the effects that the pandemic has had on schooling, the MOrgM program was able to host a number of guest speakers from the greater Moncton business community, as well as some high profile officials including the Premier of New Brunswick, Blaine Higgs, and Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Jennifer
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Russell, all of which Wen highlighted as being an extremely helpful part of her education: “These speakers gave us a taste of what it’s like to utilize the theories we discussed in classes (e.g. strategic management) in real life leadership scenarios and ultimately, that was invaluable. I really appreciate Professor Donald Moore for his commitment to organizing these real world examples for us.” Aside from guest speakers, Wen’s other favourite factor of the MOrgM program was the investment of the staff and faculty that were involved in her day to day studies, including Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Jon Ohlhauser, who shared: “I had the privilege of having Wen Sze Foo in my graduate level course on Not-For-Profit Management. Teaching during the pandemic has been a challenge for anyone who enjoys getting to know students personally but it only took a couple of ZOOM classes to discover Wen’s academic strength and vibrant personality. In this course I quickly came to appreciate Wen’s ability to grasp the contents of the material and make immediate, creative connections to her life and professional experience. The entire program here at Crandall University benefits when the caliber of students like Wen decide to enroll.” Wen is now working as Director of Project Management and Performance at BrainWorks Marketing in Moncton and could not be more excited about the opportunity she’s been given: “I am very happy to be able to stay in Moncton and gain experience in the marketing and creative industry here in Canada. I look forward to being able to explore the Maritime region that I am blessed to call home.”
Professional Programs Successful Student Stories Brianne D’Souza, BA OrgM ’21 (Cohort 39)
Tom Graham, BA OrgM ’21 (Cohort 29)
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RCMP Liaison Officer Pretoria, South Africa
As a young adult in my early 20s, I attended both university and college. Never finishing my degree but having a passion for business, I always knew I wanted to return and complete my education in order to contribute to my workplace from a place of deeper understanding.
As a ten-year veteran of the RCMP posted in my hometown of Moncton, NB, I recognized that although a career in the RCMP presented seemingly endless opportunities, I needed a strategy to set myself apart. In order to make myself as marketable as possible and have the best chance for advancement, I needed a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
After moving back to the Maritimes from Ontario to take over the family business, I quickly learned that I was in a bit over my head. This realization prompted me to inquire about the degree completion program I had seen advertised around Moncton. As a mom, wife, and new business owner, I was thrilled to hear from Dr. Roger Russell how well the Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Management works for busy adults. Only one night a week was doable, even with my hectic schedule! Attending Crandall for the completion of my degree has taught me the foundations of many topics in both business and in life. The environment that Crandall provides for students of all ages and backgrounds is a safe, encouraging, and non-judgemental one. These last couple of years have given me confidence that persistence and dedication will lead to greatness. I never gave up on myself and now part of my legacy to my family includes a bachelor’s degree and probably a master’s in the near future!
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When I started considering options to complete my degree, I knew that I needed a flexible program that would allow me to continue working full-time hours. After researching several post-secondary options, I found and enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Management at Crandall University. I have to admit that I was nervous as I began this new adventure, but after meeting my new cohort at the “Meet and Greet” and beginning the core courses, I knew that I was in the right place. The courses were interesting, challenging, and engaging and I found myself thoroughly enjoying the small, intimate classes comprised of experienced students and knowledgeable, open-minded professors. Since earning my degree, I have had the opportunity to work in Ottawa at our headquarters, the arctic, and now abroad, and I have to say that much of this would not have been possible without the skills that I acquired at Crandall. This journey has been an amazing one and I am very proud that I have completed it. Without the flexibility and opportunities at Crandall, I would not have been able to complete my degree while working a full-time job, moving around the globe, and raising a family.
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Chargers Athletics Updates
2021 Athletics Update This has been a year of challenge and change, but in the midst of it all, our teams have competed and completed a full season of ACAA competition in men’s and women’s soccer and Cross Country. The everchanging COVID landscape has created unforeseen challenges, but we are thrilled that our athletes are once again representing Crandall with excellence, confidence and pride. Our boxers continue to excel, with George Stavrou recently competing in the World Men’s Boxing Championship in Belgrade, Serbia. Our soccer teams continue to improve; building a foundation that we believe will bring future success. The women had some notable performances to start the year with draws against the league’s top teams. The Cross Country team made history this year, winning our first ever Men’s ACAA Cross Country Championship. Sean Finnigan completed an undefeated season winning gold in the individual event and leading the team to the banner. Mary MacLean finished with a bronze for the women and head coach Brandon LeBlanc was named the ACAA Cross Country Coach of the Year. The team went on to represent Crandall at the CCAA National Championships in Calgary, AB on November 13.
community and tradition in the pursuit of excellence in academics and athletics, I want to express my sincere and deep gratitude to the Crandall community for your continued support and commitment to Crandall Athletics. Jim Druart, Director of Athletics & Recreation
2021-2022 Fall Athletic Awards Cross Country ACAA Coach of the Year: Brandon LeBlanc ACAA Male Runner of the Year: Sean Finnigan ACAA All-Conference: Sean Finnigan, Daniel Hawkes, Mary MacLean
Women’s Soccer ACAA First Team All-Conference: Courtney Lutes ACAA Second Team All-Conference: Julianna Augustine
Men’s Soccer ACAA First Team All-Conference: Ethan Druart ACAA Second Team All-Conference: Brody Hardwick
We are also winding down our facility improvement projects with the creation of new visitor locker rooms in November and resurfacing the gym floor in December. As we look to the winter, we are extremely proud of all our athletes and the commitment they have made to Crandall Athletics. We are raising our standards and expectations and all of our athletes, coaches and staff are rising to the challenge. As we continue working hard to create a culture founded on faith, integrity, respect, innovation,
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Lasting Legacies
Mantz Campbell Northrop Frye Scholarship Out of a deep desire to help Crandall University students, Professor Emeritus in English, Dr. Douglas (Doug) Mantz recently established the Mantz Campbell Northrop Frye Scholarship. This new scholarship will help provide access for Crandall students to what could be the greatest Dr. Doug Mantz educational experience of their lives: studying for a semester at Oxford University in England. After serving for nearly 40 years and teaching thousands of students as the first English professor at Atlantic Baptist College, Dr. Mantz is certainly well-known and respected by many. During his years teaching at the University, he was instrumental in designing initiatives such as the English major in
Bachelor of Arts degree, the annual Fall Foliage Day event, and most notably the semester abroad partnership between Crandall University and Regent’s Park College at Oxford University. Most fitting, this new scholarship carries the Mantz name, but also the name of one of Doug’s great teachers: Dr. Northrop Frye of the University of Toronto, as well as the name of an early benefactor of Dr. Mantz’ – Mr. A.J. Campbell. The scholarship is now established and open to receive contributions from those who were taught by, or who are friends with, Dr. Mantz. The scholarship is also receiving contributions from the proceeds of a recent publication authored and autographed by Mantz entitled, Christmas Comedy, which is available for purchase from Crandall University for $20.00. Copies may be purchased by phoning 506‑863-6444 or emailing advancement@crandallu.ca
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Endowments are Forever. An endowment is a permanent fund supporting a purpose of your choosing. Depending on your individual passion or interest, your endowment, which provides funds in perpetuity, can be focused or wide-ranging. The principal of your gift is invested and grows over time. This ensures your gift will provide benefits year after year, generation after generation.
For more information, contact:
Gilda Ryder, Director of Development & Planned Giving 1-506-863-6444 | Gilda.Ryder@crandallu.ca
Rev. Owen Dawe Memorial Bursary The Rev. Owen Dawe Memorial Bursary was established this year to create a lasting tribute to the life and memory of the late Rev. Owen Dawe. Rev. Dawe was the pastor at the Congregational Christian Church of Moncton from 1990 to 2013. He was a faithful and humble servant of our Lord Jesus Christ. Pastor Owen not only served in leadership at the Congregational Christian Church of Moncton, but he was also involved with various community organizations, such as the Mayors’ Prayer Breakfast. Pastor Owen was passionate about praying for revival in the greater Moncton area, as he had a heart for God and a love for others. This year the Congregational Christian Church of Moncton had to sell its building and unfortunately conclude its ministry. This was a very sad time for the congregation; however, with the proceeds from the sale of the building the church has been able to bless some local and national Christian charities. It was the desire of
the church to honor Pastor Owen and keep his memory alive, so donating to Crandall University seemed like the perfect fit. The Rev. Owen Dawe Memorial Bursary is an endowed fund that will live on forever. Each year a student will be chosen to receive the bursary based on certain criteria. It will be given to a student in any year of study in a Biblical or Theological Studies program and who is living in New Brunswick or elsewhere in the Maritime provinces. Preference will be given based on financial need as well. It is hoped that the recipient will be able to give back to their community as Pastor Owen Dawe did for so many years of his life while giving all the praise and Rev. Owen Dawe honor to God!
Harvey Baptist (York) Church Bursary All across Canada, new churches are being birthed, even as others conclude their ministry. Harvey Baptist Church was birthed in the 20th century and concluded its ministry in the 21st. In 1946 Baptists of York Association voted to start a Baptist witness in the village of Harvey. It was some thirty years later, however, that a Baptist church actually came into being in the community. The congregation grew and thrived. Lives were positively impacted. Individuals came to a saving faith in Jesus Christ.
of the witness and impact of Harvey Baptist Church! It was decided that finances from the sale of the building, and other monies at hand, would be used to establish endowments, including one at Crandall University where a bursary has been set up to help students who are struggling financially. Harvey Baptist may be closed as a church, but its positive impact is going to be felt for generations to come!
But over the years congregational members passed away, moved from the community, or left for other reasons. The congregation dwindled to a mere handful of mostly elderly people, the majority struggling with heath issues. Added to this was the problem of continuing services during the COVID-19 pandemic. It became obvious it was time to permanently close, and the decision was made. Assets were dispersed and the building was sold. Even though the church was concluding its ministry, the congregation was determined this wouldn’t be the end
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