Broadway at the Boardmore Provides Skills Development for Performers

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Friday, May 24, 2013

Broadway at the Boardmore, an intermediate to advanced applied training camp for singers, actors and dancers, is being held from August 12-23 at the Boardmore Playhouse. The youth program (ages 12-16) is set for August 12-16, and the adult program is scheduled for August 19-23.

Student Loan Session

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Friday, May 24, 2013

Cape Breton University is holding two sessions to help incoming CBU students and their parents/guardian apply for Nova Scotia Student Assistance.

Tuesday, May 28 at 7 p.m.

Wednesday, May 29 at 7 p.m.

CBU Mall of Science takes over the Mayflower Mall

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Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Gourmet insect tasting, liquid nitrogen ice cream, magic shows and more will be on display during Cape Breton University’s (CBU) third annual Mall of Science event being held on Saturday, May 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mayflower Mall.

NSRIT and CFI Award Funds to CBU Researcher

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Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Dr. Heather Sparling, an Associate Professor of Ethnomusicology, School of Arts and Social Sciences has recently been awarded funding to augment and expand existing infrastructure at Cape Breton University (CBU). This funding will allow for a technological upgrade of the Rotary Music Performance Room and Digitization Lab, as well as an affiliated research room and provide an array of new and advanced equipment.

Creative Community Business Conference Innovation, Change, and Sustainability

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Friday, May 17, 2013

The Community Economic Development Institute of the Shannon School of Business is dedicated to advancing community capacity in innovation and sustainability, and we are pleased to organize a multidisciplinary conference on Creative Community Business.

Cape Breton University to hold Information Session on new Music Program

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Tuesday, May 14, 2013

An information session on the recently announced Bachelor of Arts Community Studies (BACS) major in music program is being held at Cape Breton University (CBU) on May 21 from 3:30 - 5 p.m. in the Rotary Music Performance Room (CE-241). The session is being held for anyone interested in learning more about the program.

Cape Breton University Spring Convocation to be Celebrated This Weekend

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Thursday, May 9, 2013

Local Physician and Grammy Award-Winning Artist to Receive Honorary Degrees

Cape Breton University (CBU) will celebrate the accomplishments of more than 630 graduates during its Spring Convocation ceremony being held on Saturday, May 11 at 2 p.m. at the CBU Canada Games Complex. In addition to honouring the academic achievements of the 2013 graduating class, CBU will bestow honorary degrees on local physician, Dr. Andrew Lynk and Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter, Gordon (Gordie) Sampson. Both will receive a Doctor of Letters, honoris causa.

Cape Breton University Community Mourns the Loss of Our Founder

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Friday, May 3, 2013

The Cape Breton University community mourns the loss of our Founder and First President, Dr. Donald F. Campbell. As President from 1974-1983, Dr. Campbell undertook the important work of establishing our academic institution, leading it through its formative years and eventually retiring from campus as a faculty member. Dr. Campbell’s funeral will take place on Saturday, May 4th at 10:00 am at Sacred Heart Church in Sydney.

The Official Installation of Dr. David Wheeler

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Thursday, April 25, 2013

Dr. David Wheeler’s official installation ceremony took place Monday, April 22nd in the Boardmore Playhouse with CBU Chancellor, Annette Verschuren presiding and administering the Oath of Office. Greetings were shared by members of the university community and representatives from other Canadian universities and colleges. Music was provided by Kyle and Stewart MacNeil of the Barra MacNeils and Rita Rankin, with an Honour Song by CBU student Jeff Ward of Membertou. Following the ceremony a reception was held in The Pit Lounge, giving guests an opportunity to personally congratulate Dr. Wheeler.

Puppets Hit the Stage for Family Fun at the Boardmore Playhouse

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Tuesday, April 23, 2013

It’s all about family at the Boardmore Playhouse when the annual Family Series takes the stage starting April 26. This year the stories will be told through puppet characters with two entertaining plays including The Three Little Pigs and Molly and the Oak Island Treasure.

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