Media Release

For Immediate Release

September 10, 2006

President Hosts Neighbourood Barbeque

The President of Saint Mary's hosted the 22nd annual neighbourhood barbeque this afternoon. Lots turned out for today's event. Pictured here (from left to right): Denis Leclaire, Director of International Activities, Chuck Bridges, Vice President (Assoc.) of External Affairs, Dr. J. Colin Dodds, President of Saint Mary's, and Harry Vinberg (BComm. '72). Vinberg, who lives in the south end, is excited that his daughter Lisa will soon graduate from Saint Mary's. The Saint Mary's tradition certainly runs in the Vinberg family. Dr. Adam Sarty, Astronomy and Physics, talks with a neighbour about the science show at today's event.

This afternoon, the President of Saint Mary’s University, Dr. J. Colin Dodds, hosted the 22nd annual neighbourhood barbeque.

A large number of people who live near the University attended today’s event.

Dr. Adam Sarty, Astronomy and Physics Department, provided a science show for children who attended this afternoon’s barbeque, which was held at the Oaks.

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.

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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