Acadia University

Acadia University has welcomed students back to campus for a COVID-19-ready Fall 2020 term with a hybrid approach to teaching and learning that includes a mix of in-person, online, and virtual course delivery.

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COVID-19

28
is our average class size

4+
million dollars in scholarships

200
flexible degree options

80%
of our programs offer co-op

28
is our average class size

4+
million dollars in scholarships

200
flexible degree options

80%
of our programs offer co-op

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What's happening at Acadia

Charged up! Acadia unveils first EV charging station

Acadia University celebrated the official launch of its first electric vehicle fast charging station and the Government of Canada's contribution of $50,000 to the project through Natural Resources Canada’s Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment Initiative (EVAFIDI). The funding announcement was made by Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings–Hants, on behalf of the Honourable Seamus O’Regan, Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources.

Acadia announces plans for Winter 2021

Acadia University will stay the course and welcome students back to campus for a COVID-19-ready Winter 2021 term with a hybrid approach to teaching and learning. Dr. Peter Ricketts, Acadia’s President and Vice-Chancellor, announced the plan directly to students, faculty and staff on October 8, 2020, via email.

RA's and Dr. Peter Ricketts pose in front Chipman House during Move-In Weekend 2020

President's Message: Thankful for you

Thanksgiving weekend is here. Many of us traditionally travel to visit with family and friends to enjoy our favourite holiday foods and reflect on what makes us grateful. While our Thanksgiving experiences will likely be very different this year, I hope you take the opportunity to celebrate what matters to you.

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Acadia Athletics reveals Alternate Sport & Recreation Model

Acadia University's Department of Athletics revealed today it's fall plan to offer its student body an opportunity to engage in sport and fitness during a COVID-19 altered setting on the Acadia campus.

Referred to as the Alternate Sport Model, the project is a collaboration of several groups on campus to utilize the skills of Acadia Athletics' coaches and student-athletes by offering sport and fitness opportunities to the Acadia campus and Wolfville community.