MSVU fall convocation honors Dr. Jane Bertrand with a Doctorate of Humane Letters (18 Oct 2026)
Mount Saint Vincent University’s fall convocation on 18 October 2026 brought together about 600 graduates; Dr. Jane Bertrand received a Doctorate of Humane Letters and student awards were presented.
At its convocation on 18 October 2026, Mount Saint Vincent University celebrated roughly 600 graduates from arts, science, education and professional programs, joining an alumni community of over 40,000. Dr. Jane Bertrand (ECE Diploma, MEd, Hon D.Litt, DHumL) received a Doctorate of Humane Letters in recognition of more than four decades of leadership in early childhood education. MSVU President and Vice‑Chancellor Dr. Joël Dickinson urged graduates to mentor others and remove barriers for those who follow. The ceremony also included presentation of several student prizes and distinctions.