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African Descended/Black Student Support

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Black Student Advisor

The Black Student Advisor provides support for Black and African descended students at Saint Mary's through guidance, advocacy, community building and celebrating black culture.

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Student Supports and Resources

Find on and off campus resources for students including tutoring, mental health services, and accessibility for Black and African descended students.

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African Heritage Month

SMU's inaugural African Heritage Month Opening Ceremony! Click here for more information and registration. Stay tuned for an the full African Heritage Month schedule of events!

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Financial Assistance

Find out about scholarships, bursaries and other supports for Black/African Nova Scotian students.

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Societies and Groups

Saint Mary’s University has a rich diversity of societies and groups students can join.

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News

News about and for the Black/African Nova Scotian community at Saint Mary's.

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Reading Materials and Resources

A collection of reading materials and resources available through the Patrick Power Library:

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Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA)

Saint Mary's strives for an academic environment that is inclusive, equitable and dedicated to embracing global perspectives.

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