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When Sofia Baptiste first arrived on campus, she felt that she was living in two worlds, unsure about how her Blackfoot, Tsuut’ina and Cree heritage fit in with academia. What she found was not only academic growth, but also a deeper connection to her own identity. https://bit.ly/4pwPFur
November 25, 2025 at 9:04 PM
When Sofia Baptiste first arrived on campus, she felt that she was living in two worlds, unsure about how her Blackfoot, Tsuut’ina and Cree heritage fit in with academia. What she found was not only academic growth, but also a deeper connection to her own identity. https://bit.ly/4pwPFur
Sarah Omar graduated from MRU in June with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and has built her sweet legacy through her business, Sarah’s Cookie Jar.
Now, Omar is all in on her business, and her passion is baked into every cookie.
Learn more about Sarah's journey at MRU: https://bit.ly/4a4RHO1
Now, Omar is all in on her business, and her passion is baked into every cookie.
Learn more about Sarah's journey at MRU: https://bit.ly/4a4RHO1
November 20, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Sarah Omar graduated from MRU in June with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and has built her sweet legacy through her business, Sarah’s Cookie Jar.
Now, Omar is all in on her business, and her passion is baked into every cookie.
Learn more about Sarah's journey at MRU: https://bit.ly/4a4RHO1
Now, Omar is all in on her business, and her passion is baked into every cookie.
Learn more about Sarah's journey at MRU: https://bit.ly/4a4RHO1
Fourth-year Bachelor of Business Administration – International Business student Gerardo Soriano had the opportunity to take part in the G7 Summit in Kananaskis over the summer. He secured his summer student internship opportunity through Global Affairs Canada.
https://bit.ly/4o0FixO
https://bit.ly/4o0FixO
November 18, 2025 at 11:55 PM
Fourth-year Bachelor of Business Administration – International Business student Gerardo Soriano had the opportunity to take part in the G7 Summit in Kananaskis over the summer. He secured his summer student internship opportunity through Global Affairs Canada.
https://bit.ly/4o0FixO
https://bit.ly/4o0FixO
Today on campus, we raised the Métis flag to recognize Métis Week at MRU.
Métis Week at Mount Royal celebrates the culture, history and contributions of the Métis people.
Learn more: bit.ly/487Q2Vt
Métis Week at Mount Royal celebrates the culture, history and contributions of the Métis people.
Learn more: bit.ly/487Q2Vt
November 17, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Today on campus, we raised the Métis flag to recognize Métis Week at MRU.
Métis Week at Mount Royal celebrates the culture, history and contributions of the Métis people.
Learn more: bit.ly/487Q2Vt
Métis Week at Mount Royal celebrates the culture, history and contributions of the Métis people.
Learn more: bit.ly/487Q2Vt
How do you know when something is truly a success? When it happens again.
For the second year in a row, TC Energy has funded a back-to-the-land retreat for MRU students participating in Career Services’ Indigenous Career Mentorship Program. https://bit.ly/48cPtLc
For the second year in a row, TC Energy has funded a back-to-the-land retreat for MRU students participating in Career Services’ Indigenous Career Mentorship Program. https://bit.ly/48cPtLc
November 14, 2025 at 5:51 PM
How do you know when something is truly a success? When it happens again.
For the second year in a row, TC Energy has funded a back-to-the-land retreat for MRU students participating in Career Services’ Indigenous Career Mentorship Program. https://bit.ly/48cPtLc
For the second year in a row, TC Energy has funded a back-to-the-land retreat for MRU students participating in Career Services’ Indigenous Career Mentorship Program. https://bit.ly/48cPtLc
Today, we remember the courage and sacrifice of those who have served to protect our freedom.
This year, we are honoured to add the newest name to Mount Royal’s Military Memorial Bursary program, Warrant Officer II John Miller Farrell, who attended Mount Royal College in 1939 https://bit.ly/47u8iJt
This year, we are honoured to add the newest name to Mount Royal’s Military Memorial Bursary program, Warrant Officer II John Miller Farrell, who attended Mount Royal College in 1939 https://bit.ly/47u8iJt
November 11, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Today, we remember the courage and sacrifice of those who have served to protect our freedom.
This year, we are honoured to add the newest name to Mount Royal’s Military Memorial Bursary program, Warrant Officer II John Miller Farrell, who attended Mount Royal College in 1939 https://bit.ly/47u8iJt
This year, we are honoured to add the newest name to Mount Royal’s Military Memorial Bursary program, Warrant Officer II John Miller Farrell, who attended Mount Royal College in 1939 https://bit.ly/47u8iJt
How do we make university campuses places that promote well-being while they educate students and contribute to the broader community?
Explore the services designed to support physical and mental health: https://bit.ly/47LQgkO
Explore the services designed to support physical and mental health: https://bit.ly/47LQgkO
November 7, 2025 at 6:05 PM
How do we make university campuses places that promote well-being while they educate students and contribute to the broader community?
Explore the services designed to support physical and mental health: https://bit.ly/47LQgkO
Explore the services designed to support physical and mental health: https://bit.ly/47LQgkO
We are pleased to share that Dr. Ranjan Datta, Department of Humanities and PhD Dr. Felix Nwaishi, PhD, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, have been named as MRU’s 2025 Canada Research Chairs.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/479Ba9M
Learn more: https://bit.ly/479Ba9M
October 27, 2025 at 6:06 PM
We are pleased to share that Dr. Ranjan Datta, Department of Humanities and PhD Dr. Felix Nwaishi, PhD, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, have been named as MRU’s 2025 Canada Research Chairs.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/479Ba9M
Learn more: https://bit.ly/479Ba9M
Join MRU and Sorrel Rider for an unforgettable celebration of Indigenous traditions and culture through vibrant song and dance at our Annual Pow Wow!
See you on November 1 at Wyckham House: https://bit.ly/4nrPHm5
See you on November 1 at Wyckham House: https://bit.ly/4nrPHm5
October 24, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Join MRU and Sorrel Rider for an unforgettable celebration of Indigenous traditions and culture through vibrant song and dance at our Annual Pow Wow!
See you on November 1 at Wyckham House: https://bit.ly/4nrPHm5
See you on November 1 at Wyckham House: https://bit.ly/4nrPHm5
On October 28 & 29, the Faculty of Health, Community and Education is hosting the Interdisciplinary Learning Symposium.
The masterclass explores how adversity, support, and skill-building interact to shape lifelong health and well-being.
Registration is free: https://bit.ly/3WfM9s2
The masterclass explores how adversity, support, and skill-building interact to shape lifelong health and well-being.
Registration is free: https://bit.ly/3WfM9s2
October 23, 2025 at 4:51 PM
On October 28 & 29, the Faculty of Health, Community and Education is hosting the Interdisciplinary Learning Symposium.
The masterclass explores how adversity, support, and skill-building interact to shape lifelong health and well-being.
Registration is free: https://bit.ly/3WfM9s2
The masterclass explores how adversity, support, and skill-building interact to shape lifelong health and well-being.
Registration is free: https://bit.ly/3WfM9s2
🏀 The Toronto Raptors' season tips off tomorrow, and we’re cheering extra loud for one of our own!
From captain of the Cougar's basketball team to Assistant Coach of the Raps, Noah Lewis proves that big dreams start right here.
Learn more about his journey to the #NBA: bit.ly/4nHKTKp
From captain of the Cougar's basketball team to Assistant Coach of the Raps, Noah Lewis proves that big dreams start right here.
Learn more about his journey to the #NBA: bit.ly/4nHKTKp
October 21, 2025 at 9:21 PM
🏀 The Toronto Raptors' season tips off tomorrow, and we’re cheering extra loud for one of our own!
From captain of the Cougar's basketball team to Assistant Coach of the Raps, Noah Lewis proves that big dreams start right here.
Learn more about his journey to the #NBA: bit.ly/4nHKTKp
From captain of the Cougar's basketball team to Assistant Coach of the Raps, Noah Lewis proves that big dreams start right here.
Learn more about his journey to the #NBA: bit.ly/4nHKTKp
Prospective students, we’re looking at you 👀
Join us on Saturday from 9 AM to 3 PM on our main campus to learn all about MRU! Don't miss your chance to explore, connect and take the first step toward your future at MRU. Register here: https://bit.ly/3IWb3K0
Join us on Saturday from 9 AM to 3 PM on our main campus to learn all about MRU! Don't miss your chance to explore, connect and take the first step toward your future at MRU. Register here: https://bit.ly/3IWb3K0
October 16, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Prospective students, we’re looking at you 👀
Join us on Saturday from 9 AM to 3 PM on our main campus to learn all about MRU! Don't miss your chance to explore, connect and take the first step toward your future at MRU. Register here: https://bit.ly/3IWb3K0
Join us on Saturday from 9 AM to 3 PM on our main campus to learn all about MRU! Don't miss your chance to explore, connect and take the first step toward your future at MRU. Register here: https://bit.ly/3IWb3K0
Unleash your curiosity at MRU's Open House!
Explore our campus, meet faculty and discover inspiring programs.
Join us on October 18 for a chance to explore, connect and take the first step toward your future at MRU.
Register: https://bit.ly/3IWb3K0
Explore our campus, meet faculty and discover inspiring programs.
Join us on October 18 for a chance to explore, connect and take the first step toward your future at MRU.
Register: https://bit.ly/3IWb3K0
October 8, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Unleash your curiosity at MRU's Open House!
Explore our campus, meet faculty and discover inspiring programs.
Join us on October 18 for a chance to explore, connect and take the first step toward your future at MRU.
Register: https://bit.ly/3IWb3K0
Explore our campus, meet faculty and discover inspiring programs.
Join us on October 18 for a chance to explore, connect and take the first step toward your future at MRU.
Register: https://bit.ly/3IWb3K0
Each fall, MRU reflects, learns and grows together through Journey to Indigenization.
Together, we continue the journey toward a more inclusive, informed and connected future. 🧡
Together, we continue the journey toward a more inclusive, informed and connected future. 🧡
October 7, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Each fall, MRU reflects, learns and grows together through Journey to Indigenization.
Together, we continue the journey toward a more inclusive, informed and connected future. 🧡
Together, we continue the journey toward a more inclusive, informed and connected future. 🧡
One of Mount Royal's newest faculty members has brought their polar bear expertise with them to the University. Specifically, how exactly are Canada’s polar bears aging?
Learn more about the research: https://bit.ly/4mMjKES
Learn more about the research: https://bit.ly/4mMjKES
October 6, 2025 at 5:47 PM
One of Mount Royal's newest faculty members has brought their polar bear expertise with them to the University. Specifically, how exactly are Canada’s polar bears aging?
Learn more about the research: https://bit.ly/4mMjKES
Learn more about the research: https://bit.ly/4mMjKES
Marlynn Lawlor’s journey to MRU reflects both her roots and her determination to build a brighter future.
Along with her studies, Lawlor works at MRU’s Iniskim Centre at MRU, where she has connected not only with fellow students, but also with her own Indigenous identity.
https://bit.ly/48ictZT
Along with her studies, Lawlor works at MRU’s Iniskim Centre at MRU, where she has connected not only with fellow students, but also with her own Indigenous identity.
https://bit.ly/48ictZT
October 2, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Marlynn Lawlor’s journey to MRU reflects both her roots and her determination to build a brighter future.
Along with her studies, Lawlor works at MRU’s Iniskim Centre at MRU, where she has connected not only with fellow students, but also with her own Indigenous identity.
https://bit.ly/48ictZT
Along with her studies, Lawlor works at MRU’s Iniskim Centre at MRU, where she has connected not only with fellow students, but also with her own Indigenous identity.
https://bit.ly/48ictZT
“We don’t like to talk about death, grief or sad things,” Janet Arnold says. “But why the heck not?”
Arnold, a registered social worker and faculty member at MRU, teaches a death literacy course that prompts students to examine their perceptions surrounding grief and death. https://bit.ly/4nEsKx6
Arnold, a registered social worker and faculty member at MRU, teaches a death literacy course that prompts students to examine their perceptions surrounding grief and death. https://bit.ly/4nEsKx6
October 1, 2025 at 9:16 PM
“We don’t like to talk about death, grief or sad things,” Janet Arnold says. “But why the heck not?”
Arnold, a registered social worker and faculty member at MRU, teaches a death literacy course that prompts students to examine their perceptions surrounding grief and death. https://bit.ly/4nEsKx6
Arnold, a registered social worker and faculty member at MRU, teaches a death literacy course that prompts students to examine their perceptions surrounding grief and death. https://bit.ly/4nEsKx6
Today, on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, MRU honours Indigenous people who survived residential school and commemorate the children who never made it home.
mru.ca/indigenizationjourney
mru.ca/indigenizationjourney
September 30, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Today, on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, MRU honours Indigenous people who survived residential school and commemorate the children who never made it home.
mru.ca/indigenizationjourney
mru.ca/indigenizationjourney
MRU associate professor of biology Adrienne Benediktsson, PhD, fell in love with the brain.
This interest is especially poignant considering her experience during a terrifying manic episode, resulting in a diagnosis of bipolar disorder.
Learn more about her experience: https://bit.ly/42F6335
This interest is especially poignant considering her experience during a terrifying manic episode, resulting in a diagnosis of bipolar disorder.
Learn more about her experience: https://bit.ly/42F6335
September 23, 2025 at 6:08 PM
MRU associate professor of biology Adrienne Benediktsson, PhD, fell in love with the brain.
This interest is especially poignant considering her experience during a terrifying manic episode, resulting in a diagnosis of bipolar disorder.
Learn more about her experience: https://bit.ly/42F6335
This interest is especially poignant considering her experience during a terrifying manic episode, resulting in a diagnosis of bipolar disorder.
Learn more about her experience: https://bit.ly/42F6335
If a situation is simulated, can it still cause real stress?
That’s the question Giuliana Harvey, PhD, asked in a recent research project, as part of a fellowship with the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning.
Learn more about the research: https://bit.ly/46b14to
That’s the question Giuliana Harvey, PhD, asked in a recent research project, as part of a fellowship with the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning.
Learn more about the research: https://bit.ly/46b14to
September 18, 2025 at 5:05 PM
If a situation is simulated, can it still cause real stress?
That’s the question Giuliana Harvey, PhD, asked in a recent research project, as part of a fellowship with the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning.
Learn more about the research: https://bit.ly/46b14to
That’s the question Giuliana Harvey, PhD, asked in a recent research project, as part of a fellowship with the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning.
Learn more about the research: https://bit.ly/46b14to
Your MRU OneCard = Your All-Access Pass 🔑
Don’t sleep on your OneCard — it does way more than just prove you’re a student. Load it up, keep it on you, and you’re good to go!
Learn more about your OneCard: https://bit.ly/3IbilJz
Don’t sleep on your OneCard — it does way more than just prove you’re a student. Load it up, keep it on you, and you’re good to go!
Learn more about your OneCard: https://bit.ly/3IbilJz
September 5, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Your MRU OneCard = Your All-Access Pass 🔑
Don’t sleep on your OneCard — it does way more than just prove you’re a student. Load it up, keep it on you, and you’re good to go!
Learn more about your OneCard: https://bit.ly/3IbilJz
Don’t sleep on your OneCard — it does way more than just prove you’re a student. Load it up, keep it on you, and you’re good to go!
Learn more about your OneCard: https://bit.ly/3IbilJz
💙 Join the Blue Crew! 💙
Show your MRU pride every Friday by wearing blue or MRU gear on campus, online, or wherever you rep MRU.
To kick it off, the Campus Store is giving 25% off select items from September 2–12! 🔥
Show your MRU pride every Friday by wearing blue or MRU gear on campus, online, or wherever you rep MRU.
To kick it off, the Campus Store is giving 25% off select items from September 2–12! 🔥
September 4, 2025 at 4:45 PM
💙 Join the Blue Crew! 💙
Show your MRU pride every Friday by wearing blue or MRU gear on campus, online, or wherever you rep MRU.
To kick it off, the Campus Store is giving 25% off select items from September 2–12! 🔥
Show your MRU pride every Friday by wearing blue or MRU gear on campus, online, or wherever you rep MRU.
To kick it off, the Campus Store is giving 25% off select items from September 2–12! 🔥
A big welcome to all our new students joining us at MRU! And to our returning students, welcome back! We've missed you, and we're excited to kick off another year together. 💙
To celebrate the start of the semester, we've lined up a whole bunch of awesome events just for you: https://bit.ly/3JFEDDP
To celebrate the start of the semester, we've lined up a whole bunch of awesome events just for you: https://bit.ly/3JFEDDP
September 2, 2025 at 4:07 PM
A big welcome to all our new students joining us at MRU! And to our returning students, welcome back! We've missed you, and we're excited to kick off another year together. 💙
To celebrate the start of the semester, we've lined up a whole bunch of awesome events just for you: https://bit.ly/3JFEDDP
To celebrate the start of the semester, we've lined up a whole bunch of awesome events just for you: https://bit.ly/3JFEDDP
We're so excited to welcome everyone back to campus for the start of the Fall Semester on September 2! 🎒
Make sure you're ready with our handy back-to-class checklist. Can't wait to see you all on Tuesday!
Make sure you're ready with our handy back-to-class checklist. Can't wait to see you all on Tuesday!
August 29, 2025 at 5:41 PM
We're so excited to welcome everyone back to campus for the start of the Fall Semester on September 2! 🎒
Make sure you're ready with our handy back-to-class checklist. Can't wait to see you all on Tuesday!
Make sure you're ready with our handy back-to-class checklist. Can't wait to see you all on Tuesday!
March with Pride!
Start the academic year by celebrating 2SLBGTQIA+ students, faculty and employees, and demonstrate MRU’s commitment to community and belonging.
Sign up to march with fellow MRU community members in the 2025 Pride Parade: https://bit.ly/41o6luS
Start the academic year by celebrating 2SLBGTQIA+ students, faculty and employees, and demonstrate MRU’s commitment to community and belonging.
Sign up to march with fellow MRU community members in the 2025 Pride Parade: https://bit.ly/41o6luS
August 28, 2025 at 6:55 PM
March with Pride!
Start the academic year by celebrating 2SLBGTQIA+ students, faculty and employees, and demonstrate MRU’s commitment to community and belonging.
Sign up to march with fellow MRU community members in the 2025 Pride Parade: https://bit.ly/41o6luS
Start the academic year by celebrating 2SLBGTQIA+ students, faculty and employees, and demonstrate MRU’s commitment to community and belonging.
Sign up to march with fellow MRU community members in the 2025 Pride Parade: https://bit.ly/41o6luS