October 2, 2006 Source: :
http://www.smu.ca/newsreleases/2006/02-10-10-10-2006.html United Way Campaign at SMU Gets
Big Tug from Students, Faculty and
Staff The United
Way Campaign at Saint Mary’s University was officially launched at the Tower
this afternoon and droves of students, faculty and staff showed up to show
their support. This year’s kick-off was a truly memorable event and over 100 people turned
out for the good cause. This year's goal is to raise $31,000.00. There were a number of people who people who spoke at today’s kick-off
event, including: Ken MacAuley, United Way Representative; Annie Baird,
Learning Disability Association; Dr. J. Colin Dodds, President of Saint
Mary’s; and, Keith Hotchkiss, Director of Student Services at Saint Mary’s. Following the talks today, there was a tug-of-war contest (athletic teams
versus the faculty and staff) on the field in Huskies Stadium. Dr. Dodds was
the captain of the athletic teams. After everyone flexed their muscles for a
good cause, the faculty/staff team came out the winners. Jeff Lohnes, Vice President of Internal Affairs for the Saint Mary’s
University Students’ Association (SMUSA) presented Dr. Jeff Power, who is a
professor of accounting, with this year’s trophy. Dr. Power accepted the
trophy on behalf of the faculty/staff team. Everyone also enjoyed the barbecue that was held following the tug-of-war. The 2006 United Way Campaign Team at Saint Mary’s were recognized at today’s
event. Team members include: Pat Bishara, Information Officer, Public
Affairs Department; Krista Armstrong, Public Affairs Assistant; Helen Dolan,
Public Affairs Officer; Sarah Morris, Student Services; Kathleen Jewell,
Residence Office; Clay Fowler, Director of Residence; Keith Hotchkiss,
Director of Student Services; Paul Turgeon, Facilities Management; Tony
Arab, Facilities Management; Julee Adams, Chemistry Department; Ken
MacCauly, United Way Representative; Jonah Taussig, Athletics and Recreation
Department; and Adrienne McCarthy, Institutional Analysis and Planning
(External Affairs). Aramark Catering and the Facilities Management Department also received a
big round of applause for ensuring that today’s event was a true success. Saint Mary's University is known for its community outreach projects, both
in Canada and around the world. Saint Mary's, founded in 1802, is home to
one of Canada's leading business schools, a Science Faculty widely known for
its cutting-edge research, a comprehensive and innovative Arts Faculty and a
vibrant Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research. -30- For More Information: Paul Fitzgerald
Public Affairs Officer
Saint Mary's University, Public Affairs
(902) 420.5514
E-mail: paul.fitzgerald@smu.ca
www.smu.ca
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