Acadia ALERT - Campus Closed (Weather)

Today, Wednesday December 03, 2025, Acadia University will remain closed, with the exception of residences and Wheelock Dining Hall, due to the current weather and travel conditions. Wheelock Dining Hall may adjust their hours due to the weather and any change in hours will be communicated through Residence Life.

Employees and students are not expected to come to campus and only employees deemed essential are required to report to work. Non-essential employees are not expected to work during the closure. Any events scheduled for today will be postponed or cancelled.

Updates will be posted on www.acadiau.ca and pre-recorded on Acadia’s Information Line: 902-585-4636 (585-INFO) and on 585 phone system voicemail. If you need emergency-related information, please contact the Department of Safety and Security by dialing 88 on all 585-phone systems, or by calling 902-585-1103.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Acadia University

Department of Safety & Security

902-585-1103

security@acadiau.ca

(Wednesday December 3, 2025 @ 8:03 am)

Leadership

Executive Leadership

President

Dr. Jeff Hennessy

Dr. Jeff Hennessy ('99)

President and Vice-Chancellor

President Jeff Hennessy is responsible for the management of Acadia University and all its departments. To assist in the performance of these duties, the President, with the approval of the Board of Governors, oversees a number of officers.

Vice-Presidents

Dr. Ashlee Cunsolo

Dr. Ashlee Cunsolo

Provost and Vice-President, Academic

Dr. Cunsolo administers the academic program (instruction and research) and university services that support the academic program, such as libraries, academic resources, and institutional planning.

Nancy Handrigan

Ms. Nancy Handrigan (’92)

Vice-President, External Relations

Ms. Handrigan leads the teams responsible for maintaining a strong connection with alumni and building a network of supporters for Acadia University.

Erin Beaudin

Ms. Erin Beaudin

Vice-President, Finance and Administration, Chief Financial Officer

Ms. Beaudin is responsible for the management of building services, financial policy and systems, safety and security, information technology, varsity athletics, event services, and human resources.

Scott Duguay

Mr. Scott Duguay

Vice-President, Student Experience

Mr. Duguay is responsible for managing student support services, enrolment, and marketing and communications.