Academic Integrity Week 2026

Academic integrity is the foundation of higher learning. It refers to a set of ethical values relating to how we treat our sources of knowledge and how new knowledge is constructed and shared with others. The values of academic integrity go beyond student citation mistakes, plagiarism and cheating, which are the technical manifestations of violations associated with it. Academic integrity is a shared responsibility among all members of the University community.

The aim of this week-long event is to engage students, faculty and staff in learning and sharing with others how they can uphold academic integrity to increase student success and promote the ethical values of scholarly dialogue and respectful knowledge creation. See our list of events and learn how students can earn Co-Curricular Recognition for attending!

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Schedule of events

Faculty and Student Panel Session
Academic Integrity: What Do We Ask of Each Other? 

Monday, November 2
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. 
CLARI (AT340) 

This 90-minute forum will bring students and faculty together to explore academic integrity as a shared responsibility. The discussion will focus on trust, fairness and relational accountability in the context of teaching and learning. Participants will have the opportunity to work through realistic 'gray zone' cases/scenarios, consider who is affected in each one and what responsibilities arise, then separately identify what students and faculty need from an academic integrity-focused process before returning to mixed groups to work together to shape fair, proportionate, educational and accountable responses. 

The panel will be moderated by Dr. Tatjana Takseva, Vice-Chairperson of Academic Senate. 

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Academic Integrity Pop-Up Information Table – Spin to Win! 

Tuesday, November 3
12-2 p.m.
Loyola Colonnade 

Drop by the academic integrity information table at Loyola Colonnade by Tim Hortons and test your knowledge of academic integrity. Spin the wheel for a chance to win prizes. 

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SMUSA Academic Integrity Pop-up table 

Wednesday, November 4
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Gorsebrook Lounge 

Between trivia rounds, stop by the table to chat with the SMUSA VP Academic over a game of Jenga. Pull a block, test your knowledge, and grab an information card with quick tips and campus resources before heading back to your team!

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Copyright and Credibility Pop-up table 

Thursday, November 5
11 a.m.–1 p.m. 
O’Donnell Hennessey Student Centre

Have questions about copyright, fair dealing, or licensing? Visit the Copyright and Credibility Pop-up Table in the Student Centre on Thursday, November 5 and chat with Librarian Dan Phillips and Copyright Assistant Max Nodwell. We're also looking for new pop-culture examples of Copyright in Action to make future workshops more engaging, so stop by and help us brainstorm ideas! 

Attendees: 

• Dan Phillips - Data Services and Copyright Librarian  

• Max Nodwell - Library Assistant, Copyright 

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Earn CCR credit

Students, take part in five Academic Integrity Week events and earn recognition through the Co-Curricular Recognition (CCR) program.

How to earn recognition:

Attend five Academic Integrity Week events.

• These five events include the Library's Academic Integrity Foundations module.

• Participate, learn and engage at any combination of sessions offered during the week.

Your participation will be recognized through the Co-Curricular Recognition (CCR) program and added to your Student Experience Record. You can work toward earning a Bronze Experiential Badge through Career & Experiential Learning.

Why take part?

• Explore ethical learning

• Build community responsibility

• Strengthen your academic success

• Contribute to a culture of integrity at SMU

Ready to get recognized?

Email career360@smu.ca or visit the Experiential Learning Office, 4th Floor, Student Centre.

Sobey School research secures $219,000 SSHRC Grant to tackle Canada’s productivity challenge

Dr. Mohammad Rahaman

Saint Mary's University’s Sobey School of Business continues to advance high-impact, policy-relevant research with a major national funding success.

Dr. Mohammad Rahaman, Canada Research Chair in International Finance and Competitiveness, has been awarded a prestigious Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) of Canada Insight Grant valued at $219,000 over three years (2026–2029).

The funded project, “Banking on Intelligence: The Role of Private Credit Markets in Advancing AI Investment, Innovation, and Productivity,” addresses one of Canada’s most pressing economic challenges: lagging business-sector productivity relative to other advanced economies.

Although Canada is a global leader in artificial intelligence research, firms have struggled to translate innovation into widespread productivity gains. AI adoption remains uneven and resource-intensive, requiring sustained investment in data infrastructure, R&D and talent.

This research introduces a new perspective by focusing on private credit markets, banks and non-bank lenders, the primary source of financing for most firms. The project will examine how access to credit shapes AI adoption, the economic channels linking financing to innovation, and how lenders act as governance mechanisms by disciplining misleading AI-related disclosures.

“This project is about understanding how we finance the future of the Canadian economy,” said Dr. Rahaman. “AI has enormous potential to drive productivity, but without the right financial infrastructure, that potential will remain unrealized. Our goal is to identify how credit markets can unlock that transformation.”

The research is conducted in collaboration with Dr. Najah Attig of Dalhousie University, highlighting strong regional partnerships within Atlantic Canada.

By combining large-scale financial datasets with advanced econometric and natural language processing techniques, the project aims to generate actionable insights for policymakers, financial institutions, and business leaders.

This award underscores Sobey School's commitment to rigorous, business-focused research that addresses real-world challenges, reinforcing its role as a leader in advancing Canada’s innovation and competitiveness agenda.

Dr. Laura Weir named Interim Dean of Science

Dr. Laura Weir

Saint Mary’s is pleased to announce that Dr. Laura Weir will serve as interim Dean of Science for the next year.

An accomplished scientist and Associate Professor in the Department of Biology since 2016, Dr. Weir researches fish behaviour and evolution, and collaborates with government scientists to identify the effects of climate change on fish population size and structure. She has received research funding from international, federal and provincial agencies to support her work. During her time at SMU, she has mentored over 40 students through undergraduate, graduate and postdoc research.

In the classroom and lab, Dr. Weir is an enthusiastic and thoughtful professor who has taught Biology courses at all undergraduate levels at SMU. She is particularly passionate about creating a positive experience for new students in first-year courses; her teaching focus this year is guiding students through their first-year biology laboratory activities.  

“Dr. Weir is a highly respected professor and administrator,” says Dr. Sam Veres, Interim Provost and Vice-President Academic and Research. “Laura is passionate about ensuring that Saint Mary’s students receive an exceptional educational experience, and as a colleague, Chairperson, and Associate Dean, I have seen her dedication to supporting faculty to help achieve this. The Faculty of Science is in excellent hands with her appointment as Interim Dean for the next year.” 

Most recently, Dr. Weir was Acting Associate Dean, Student Affairs and Supports, and previously served as the Chair of the Department of Biology.

Dr. Linda Campbell wins James McGregor Stewart Award

L-R: Gus Reed, Lois Miller and Kevin Murphy, Board Members of the James McGregor Stewart Society with Dr. Linda Campbell and Kayla MacKinnon.

Congratulations to Dr. Linda Campbell, co-winner of the 2026 James McGregor Stewart Award. This award recognizes the outstanding contributions of individuals living with a disability. 

Dr. Campbell is a Professor and Senior Research Fellow at Saint Mary’s University and Chair of the Department of Environmental Science. A staunch advocate for persons with disabilities, she was influential in having the Accessibility Act passed in Nova Scotia in 2017, and she received a Human Rights Award for her efforts. In 2026, she was also ranked the No. 1 deaf researcher in the world. 

She shares the award with wheelchair basketball athlete and coach Kayla MacKinnon, who won a gold medal for Canada at the Youth Parapan American Games last year.

“The James McGregor Stewart Award recognizes decades of work to prevent and remove barriers for people who live with disabilities,” says Dr. Linda Campbell. “This type of recognition lifts voices that aren’t always heard and I’m proud to share the award with Kayla MacKinnon, who is an impressive and inspiring member of the next generation of advocates.” 

The James McGregor Stewart Award was established in 2015 through the Community Foundation of Nova Scotia. It honours the accomplishments of James McGregor Stewart, a lawyer in this province who overcame many barriers.

SMU Huskies staff scores once-in-a-lifetime FIFA opportunity

Mikayla Nassy-Wong

Attending a live World Cup soccer match is a dream come true for soccer fans everywhere. For Saint Mary University’s Mikayla Nassy-Wong, that dream didn’t just become a reality—it became a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be a part of the magic.

After a year-long process and a lot of hard work, Nassy-Wong, Marketing & Revenue Generation Coordinator with the SMU Huskies, was chosen to volunteer at the Toronto FIFA World Cup 26 this June, representing Saint Mary’s at one of the largest sporting events in the world.

The connection

Nassy-Wong applied through the Inclusion in Canadian Sports Network (ICSN), which highlights professional development opportunities in the Canadian sports ecosystem for BIPOC athletes and sports professionals through its Emerging BIPOC Leaders Program.

“I got involved with the ICSN about two years ago when I attended one of their events,” she says. “I got to know quite a few of the members, and when an opportunity with FIFA emerged, they reached out to me and said, ‘Hey, we remember you, and we know you have an interest in soccer, would you be interested in applying to volunteer with FIFA on our behalf?’”

Being a FIFA volunteer is a huge undertaking, and one that the organization takes very seriously. Nassy-Wong spent a year in the application and training process, learning a strict set of guidelines for the event. She was selected from a large pool of applicants to represent Canada and FIFA at the Toronto FIFA World Cup 26 volunteer centre.

A red wall of home supporters got behind Canada as they came back to draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina.Source: fifa.com

The experience

With 300,000 expected visitors to the city over the six matches taking place in Toronto Stadium, volunteers need to be prepared for anything—supporting travellers, athletes and other volunteers through all the demands of high-stakes live events. Nassy-Wong was given a logistics role helping to organize and distribute the “vibrant and unifying” official volunteer uniforms to other volunteers throughout the city.

Uniforms are a big deal at FIFA, and Nassy-Wong helped manage a multi-station setup for the city’s 3,000 volunteers and workers to pick up their uniforms and accreditation. With kits including t-shirts, pants, shoes, and special FIFA patches (unique to each host city), it was all hands on deck to make sure everyone was fully equipped and ready to go. Each shift meant a change in the station she handled, from fitting rooms to packing kits to handling checkout.

“This was the experience of a lifetime. If I ever get the opportunity to do it again, I will take that opportunity 100 percent.” - Mikayla Nassy-Wong

But the experience wasn’t all work and no play. Volunteers were given unique opportunities, from exclusive stadium access to attending the Toronto Fan Fest—FIFA's official, free public viewing and entertainment event for World Cup host cities. Fan Fest serves as the ultimate gathering spot for soccer fans to watch matches on massive screens and celebrate together as a global community.

“There are many memories I’ll take away from this experience, but a highlight for sure was getting to go to the Fan Fest. We got to see the Portugal game. That big victory for them in the group stage and being able to be there and celebrate with all the local and international Portugal fans was unbelievable.”

The impact

The sports world relies on volunteers—a reality that SMU’s Scott McCain & Leslie McLean Centre for Sport, Business and Health is researching with experts across Atlantic Canada. The FIFA World Cup is no exception, with volunteers chosen from around the world to help with all the events that make up World Cup season.

With energy rising as we hurtle towards the final rounds, the impact of the World Cup extends beyond the stadium to all the lives it touches, and for Nassy-Wong, that ability to bring people together is a key element of the game.

“Sport crosses political lines. It connects people from various cultures; it’s a place where everyone comes together to become a community.”

Armed with fresh international event experience and new connections from around the world, Nassy-Wong returns to Saint Mary’s University ready to channel that World Cup energy back into her work with the SMU Huskies.

Her journey stands as a powerful reminder of how passion, paired with the right advocacy networks, can bring talented professionals from local stadiums straight to the global stage.

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From supporting founders to becoming one: David Campbell BComm’24

David Campbell BComm’24

For David, entrepreneurship wasn't always part of the plan. In fact, he says he never considered himself a naturally entrepreneurial person. But after spending years surrounded by founders and innovative ideas at Saint Mary's University, his mindset began to change.

Today, David works at the Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre, where he supports student founders and helps create entrepreneurship programming. Outside of work, he's building his own startup, Recordium, alongside co-founders Harpreet Jaggi, an experienced B2B sales professional, and Max Mascini, a Dalhousie University master's student specializing in AI ethics, neuroscience and machine learning.

The team recently received a major boost after being accepted into the AI2Market Launch incubator, earning $10,000 in funding to help bring their business to life.

Recordium was born from a real-world problem. After hearing about the challenges Harpreet faced while attending sales conferences, the team realized that many professionals invest significant time and money into events without having the tools to prepare effectively or capture valuable conversations afterward.

David and Harpreet, Co-Founders of Recordium

"There's no real system for remembering who you spoke to, following up or learning from those interactions," David explains.

That's why the team is developing a comprehensive conference assistant that helps users prepare before events, identify the right people to meet and use AI-powered note-taking and CRM updates throughout the day.

For David, building Recordium has reinforced many of the lessons he shares with aspiring entrepreneurs every day.

Working at the Entrepreneurship Centre taught him the importance of validating a problem before investing time into building a solution. Now, experiencing customer discovery, product pivots and pitching firsthand has also made him a stronger mentor for students.

“I’m now able to help students by using my lived experience,” he says.

David’s previous ventures included a drive-thru wood-fired pizza business

His own entrepreneurial journey has included previous ventures, from a drive-thru wood-fired pizza concept to a woodworking business. While neither succeeded in the long term, each experience taught valuable lessons and helped build confidence to pursue his latest venture.

Looking ahead, the Recordium team is focused on getting the platform into the hands of sales professionals who regularly attend conferences and networking events. With support from AI2Market Launch and fresh funding behind them, they're eager to discover where the product can create the greatest impact.

David's advice for aspiring entrepreneurs is simple: talk to people before you build anything.

"The actual problem people are facing starts to emerge quickly when you're having real conversations," he says. "And just start, even if you think the idea is bad or you don't fully believe in yourself yet. What you learn along the way will be well worth it."

Discover how the Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre supports entrepreneurs like Recordium. 

From card catalogues to AI: Peter Webster named Saint Mary’s University’s first Librarian Emeritus

Peter Webster

Saint Mary’s is pleased to honour a distinguished career in library and information science with the naming of Peter Webster as its first-ever Librarian Emeritus. The title will be officially conferred at the Spring Convocation Ceremonies in May 2026. 

Webster is being recognized for a 32-year career defined by leadership and a lasting impact on the scholarly and research landscape at Saint Mary’s and beyond.   

“I can think of no one more deserving,” said Suzanne van den Hoogen, Dean, University Library and Archives, in a formal recommendation brought forward by the librarians and managers of the Patrick Power Library, citing Webster’s decades of service and national leadership in the field.  

With a special interest in technology, Webster played a central role in building powerful digital systems and collaborative networks for sharing and accessing academic research, while helping generations of scholars navigate an increasingly complex information environment. 

A transformational career 

Webster “fell into” library work when he took a job as a clerk at a city public library. “I loved the public service work and turned out to be good at working with technology,” he says, a combination that led him to pursue his MLS and would define the course of his career. 

Webster joined Saint Mary’s in 1993 as Information Technology Services Librarian and later served as Associate University Librarian from 2010 to 2023, as well as Acting University Librarian during key periods of transition. 

During his time at Saint Mary’s, he was instrumental in guiding the Patrick Power Library through one of the most significant periods of change in academic publishing and information access. From early work in electronic resource management to more recent leadership on artificial intelligence and scholarly search, Webster has been widely recognized as an expert in library systems, digital infrastructure, and information access. 

“It is an understatement to say that Peter’s career has spanned a period of massive change,” says Hansel Cook, Associate Dean, Library Strategy, Planning and Assessment. “Throughout it all, he has been at the forefront. With 35 published journal articles, book chapters, and other works, Peter’s impact has been spread to professionals, students, and academics around the world.”  

Expanding access to knowledge 

During his career, Webster witnessed firsthand the huge shift from primarily print collections to digital environments and was deeply involved in helping academic libraries make this transition. 

“There has been a remarkable transformation in scholarly information in my time,” says Webster. “The move from paper journals to almost exclusively online publishing, from on-site to almost constant 24/7 online access, and the sheer increase in information access have had enormous impacts.” 

Webster’s work has been central to expanding access to scholarly resources at Saint Mary’s. Through regional and national licensing agreements and collaborations, the number of journals, ebooks, and research materials available to Saint Mary’s scholars has grown exponentially. 

Webster also contributed to major national initiatives, including the Canadian Research Knowledge Network and the Canadian Digital Alliance, strengthening shared research infrastructure across Canada. Regionally, he served as President of the Atlantic Provinces Library Association and received its Merit Award for outstanding contributions to library services. 

Librarians in the age of AI

Webster’s career progressed alongside the rapid evolution of the information landscape, from the early days of the web to today’s AI-driven tools. 

While search technologies have made finding information easier, he notes that evaluating its quality has become more complicated. 

“The information environment is more complex than ever before,” he says. “Both students and faculty are confronting new challenges understanding the quality and credibility of all the information available to them.” 

This is where librarians have a key role to play.  

“The ‘one-stop shopping’ online searching that folks have come to rely on is dependent on a huge amount of librarian work under the hood,” he says. “This is doubly true for AI searching; the quality and accuracy are dependent on having consistent, standardized quality information to work with.  The future success of AI search will depend on a great deal of ongoing librarian work behind the scenes.” 

A lasting impact  

In addition to his leadership in systems and strategy, Webster has made a lasting impact through teaching and mentorship. Over his career, he has taught research skills of all levels to thousands of students and worked closely with faculty on complex research and data needs. 

“Peter has been the person faculty turn to for specialized research advice,” says Cook. “His expertise, generosity and collaborative spirit have made a lasting impact on both teaching and research at Saint Mary’s.” 

Colleagues describe him as a trusted mentor and an invaluable resource. One noted that he remains “the person his library co-workers, university faculty, and others in the field go to for advice and consultation.” 

For Webster, these relationships are the highlight of his career. 

“My fondest memory will be working with students and faculty on so many fascinating research projects,” he says. “Helping people solve challenging problems and find the information they need has always been the most rewarding part of the job.” 

Looking ahead 

Webster says he is “proud, honoured and more than a little humbled” to receive the Librarian Emeritus designation and is especially pleased to be the first at Saint Mary’s to be recognized in this way. 

In retirement, he plans to stay active through travel, cycling and volunteer work, while continuing his research and writing in library and information science. 

With his emeritus appointment, Webster will remain connected to the university community, continuing a career dedicated to advancing access to knowledge and supporting research excellence. 

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Peter will receive his Librarian Emeritus designation during the FGSR ceremony on Tuesday, May 26. Spring Convocation ceremonies can be viewed via livestream. Visit our website for ceremony times, livestream link and more.

Research Expo highlights innovation and collaboration across campus

President Michael Khan learns about a SMU research project at the Research Expo

Saint Mary’s welcomed more than 150 participants to this year’s Research Expo, a key annual event showcasing the range of research underway across campus. The Expo featured 30 exhibitors and a series of engaging three‑minute pitch presentations on topics spanning early‑literacy challenges, health and well‑being, and end‑of‑life care preferences.

The Research Expo is an annual event that allows faculty, staff, students and external partners to connect, exchange ideas and spark new collaborations. Representatives from Science, Arts, and the Sobey School of Business joined colleagues from industry, government, and community organizations to explore ongoing and emerging projects from across the university.

Dr. Bitu Hurisso, Chemistry Lab Technician, received the Staff Research Recognition Award from Dr. Adam Sarty, AVP Research and Dean of FGSR

An event highlight was the presentation of the Staff Research Recognition Award, given annually since 2010 to a staff member who has demonstrated exceptional support for faculty research. This year’s recipient, Dr. Bitu Hurisso, serves as the Chemistry Laboratory Technician and is widely recognized for his expertise, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to student and faculty success. Dr. Hurisso was praised for his solutions‑focused leadership, his expertise in maintaining advanced instrumentation, and his valued role as an instructor and mentor to students within the chemistry department.

The Research Expo is hosted by the Office of Innovation and Community Engagement (OICE) within the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research, which works to facilitate research partnerships between Saint Mary’s scholars and external organizations, including companies, government bodies and not‑for‑profits.

By bringing people and ideas together, the Research Expo continues to strengthen connections across campus and support the vibrant research culture at Saint Mary’s.

For more details about the presenters, visit the Research Expo website. 

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Watch:

The Research Expo was featured on CTV News

How leaders at the Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre are building their own venture

Michael Sanderson MBA’08 and Meredith Drost BComm’19 MTEI’25, leaders at the Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre, have started their own venture called Athena’s Playground

At the Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre, supporting entrepreneurs doesn’t stop at mentorship; it often means leading by example. That’s exactly what the Director, Michael Sanderson MBA’08 and Manager, Business Design, Meredith Drost BComm’19 MTEI’25 and their third co-founder, Mukul Gupta BSc’14, are doing through their latest venture, Athena’s Playground.

They co-founded Athena’s Playground, an online learning platform designed to bring people together through shared interests; whether that’s cooking, dance, photography or other creative pursuits. Building on the idea that learning should feel accessible, social and inspiring, the platform creates a community where people can explore new hobbies and connect with others from around the world.

“We wanted to create something that makes learning feel more accessible, connected and rooted in community,” says Meredith Drost. “Turning lessons from local experts into bite-sized micro-sessions makes new skills more attainable.”

The venture is entering an exciting new phase with the launch of its Kickstarter campaign. For the co-founders, the campaign represents more than just fundraising—it’s an opportunity to test, validate and grow the business to 50 trainers, bringing on new courses and applying the same entrepreneurial principles they use every day at the Centre.

Their dual role as educators and active founders highlights a core strength of the Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre: its commitment to experiential learning. By actively building and scaling a venture, Michael and Meredith are reinforcing the Centre’s approach of learning by doing, demonstrating what it looks like to take an idea from concept to market.

“This is exactly what we’re doing with Athena’s Playground,” says Michael Sanderson, “taking an idea and building it into something we can test, refine and grow.”

The Kickstarter campaign also reflects the collaborative and community-driven mindset that defines Athena’s Playground. Supporters are not just backing a product; they’re helping shape a platform designed to make learning more engaging and become a part of the community.

Through Athena’s Playground, Michael and Meredith are creating a new kind of learning platform while showing exactly what it means to lead from within the entrepreneurial journey.

Discover how the Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre supports ventures like Athena’s Playground and follow their journey through their live Kickstarter campaign.

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The founders of Athena’s Playground were recently featured on Global News Morning Halifax.

Saint Mary's University appoints Susan MacDonald as Vice-President, Finance and Administration

Susan MacDonald

Saint Mary’s University is delighted to announce the appointment of Susan MacDonald to the position of Vice-President, Finance and Administration, following an extensive search. 

MacDonald brings more than 25 years of progressive leadership experience across global, complex organizations, with deep expertise in financial management, strategic planning, operations, and governance. She will provide strategic leadership and direction in this critical role, reporting directly to the President and Vice-Chancellor. 

Susan MacDonald is a familiar and trusted leader within the Saint Mary's community. She has previously served the university as a financial consulting partner and Interim Vice-President, playing a crucial role in guiding the institution through a period of financial uncertainty to help restore stability, strategic clarity, and confidence, as well as demonstrating exceptional leadership in overseeing key portfolios. Her appointment to the permanent role ensures continuity and strategic direction for the university's financial future. 

Prior to joining Saint Mary’s, MacDonald held senior executive roles in Canada and internationally. Her experience includes key positions with organizations such as PayTic Inc., Fiera Capital Corp, Pepper Financial Services Group, Bell Canada, and PricewaterhouseCoopers across Australia, the Netherlands, and Canada. 

"Susan MacDonald's extensive experience and unwavering commitment to the university will be invaluable as she steps into this permanent role. Her track record of driving operational effectiveness and financial stability aligns perfectly with Saint Mary's commitment to providing an exceptional educational experience while maintaining fiscal responsibility," said Dr. Michael Khan, President and Vice-Chancellor. 

Academic Integrity Week: November 3-6, 2025

Academic integrity is the foundation of higher learning. It refers to a set of ethical values relating to how we treat our sources of knowledge, and how new knowledge is constructed and shared with others. The values of academic integrity go beyond student citation mistakes, plagiarism and cheating, as the technical manifestations of violations associated with it. Academic integrity is a shared responsibility among all members of the University community.

The aim of this week-long event is to engage students, faculty and staff in learning and sharing with others how they can uphold academic integrity to increase student success and promote the ethical values of scholarly dialogue and respectful knowledge creation.

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Schedule of events

Faculty Panel Session: 
Moving beyond the regulations: How do we make Academic Integrity a meaningful concept for our students?   

Monday, November 3, 2025
10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.  
Virtual Event

The panel will be moderated by Dr. Jason Grek-Martin, Chairperson of Academic Senate and the Senate Committee on Academic Integrity.

Are you curious what happens when you submit an Academic Integrity Incident Report? Do you want to learn more about how potential violations are assessed and what outcomes are possible? Are you interested in discussing ways to make the existing procedures even better? Then, as part of SMU’s upcoming Academic Integrity Week, I invite you to attend “Faculty Forum: Understanding the Academic Integrity Process.”

Zoom link
Meeting ID: 841 2841 8597 Passcode: 762731

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Academic Integrity Pop-Up Information Table – Spin to Win! 

Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Noon-2 p.m.
Loyola Colonnade

Drop by the academic integrity information table at Loyola L Colonnade by Tim Hortons, Nov 4th (noon – 2 pm) and test your knowledge of academic integrity. Spin the wheel for a chance to win prizes.

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Avoiding Academic Mistakes Workshop

Wednesday, November 5, 2025
11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. 
Library LI135

Join us for pizza and chat with the Writing Centre and Library staff about academic integrity and how to avoid common academic mistakes. This workshop is designed to provide you with resources to help with your writing, research, and proper citations/references. This is also an opportunity to meet with representatives from SMUSA and the Peer Success Coaching Program to find out how they can best support you.

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Copyright and Credibility Workshop 

Thursday, November 6, 2025
10-11 a.m. 
Library LI135/Zoom

Academic Integrity, Copyright, and Your Thesis

Academic integrity and copyright are closely intertwined. For thesis writers and future authors, academic integrity goes beyond citation. This workshop explores the link between academic integrity, copyright and scholarly publishing. Learn the copyright rules for incorporating third-party works (charts, images) into your thesis, and the ethical use of materials in this Academic Integrity Week workshop where you can discover practical tips for balancing legal rights with academic responsibilities.

Presenters:

• Dan Phillips, Data Services and Copyright Librarian 

• Sarah West, Library Assistant, Copyright

Zoom link

Meeting ID: 830 9509 0825 Passcode: 577234

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Citation Station: activities, fun resources and prizes

Thursday, November 6, 2025
11 a.m.-2 p.m. 
Outside of the Writing Centre, Burke 115

Drop by the Citation Station outside the Writing Centre to learn about citations and plagiarism, to receive writing and referencing help on your papers and for the chance to win prizes!  

Title changes reflect evolving role of library leadership at Saint Mary’s University

Suzanne van den Hoogen and Hansel Cook with the Patrick Power Library at Saint Mary’s University

Saint Mary’s University is pleased to announce updates that acknowledge the essential function of the Patrick Power Library and its leadership.

The position of University Librarian is retitled Dean, University Library and Archives.

The new title clarifies the scope of the position, strengthens equity among academic leadership, enhances understanding of the role within and beyond our campus and aligns Saint Mary’s with peer institutions across the Atlantic region. Libraries are integral to the academic mission of universities and must be recognized as academic units. The role itself is both administrative and academic—comparable to that of a faculty dean—and contributes meaningfully to research, teaching and learning, and public engagement.

Suzanne van den Hoogen, who has served in this leadership role since 2018, will continue as Dean, University Library and Archives. With over 25 years of experience in academic libraries, Suzanne also serves as Chair of the Council of Atlantic Academic Libraries. Her leadership in academic integrity, copyright, and Indigenous matters has significantly enriched the university.

The position of Associate University Librarian, Strategy, Planning and Assessment is now Associate Dean, Library Strategy, Planning and Assessment.

Hansel Cook will continue as Associate Dean, Library Strategy, Planning and Assessment. His work in digital preservation and community engagement continues to elevate Saint Mary’s scholarly impact.

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Did you know? The Patrick Power Library is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year! Find out more: Patrick Power Library 50th Anniversary.