SACKVILLE, NB — For nearly two centuries, Mount Allison University has been defined by its curiosity, connection, and care. Today, the University is proud to share its next bold chapter — Broad Minds. Bold Futures. Lifelong Connections. — a new Strategic Plan that will guide Mount Allison’s direction over the next five years.

The strategic plan was developed through extensive consultation with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and members of the Board of Regents and reflects a shared vision for Mount Allison’s future, one that builds on the University’s strengths while embracing change with confidence and creativity.  

“There’s no place like Mount Allison. This plan reflects the heart of the University community — thoughtful, collaborative, and forward-looking. The plan is student-centric — students are our raison d’être — and builds on what makes Mount Allison special to grow and evolve together,” says President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Ian Sutherland. 

This plan is built around four vision components, four guiding commitments, and four strategic directions and imperatives. While these elements are distinct, they work together to express Mount Allison’s goals and the steps that will be taken to reach them. By carrying out the imperatives — what we aim to achieve, through strategies for action — how we’ll get there, and grounded in our commitments — we move closer to realizing Mount Allison’s vision for the future. 

The University’s plan is about people — supporting students in their learning and well-being, empowering faculty and staff to flourish, preparing graduates for an evolving world, and strengthening the connections that last a lifetime. 

As the University looks ahead, these shared priorities will guide how Mount Allison continues to grow, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. 

Broad Minds. Bold Futures. Lifelong Connections. captures the spirit of Mount Allison — a small but mighty university where curiosity, creativity, and community continue to shape a bold and connected future. 

Mount Allison’s strength lies in its tight-knit community with approximately 2,500 students, situated within the interconnected lands of Tantramar, in Mi’kma’ki, where Indigenous and settler histories continue to shape our shared future. This small, rural, and diverse region fosters a continuous exchange of resources, values, and learning experiences. It is a place of dynamic learning and research, where faculty and students engage together at the frontiers of knowledge and creativity. These foundations remain among the University’s defining strengths. 

Next steps  

The implementation plan is an important part of the strategic planning process. 

On Jan. 7, Mount Allison University announced the appointment of VP, University Advancement Courtney Pringle-Carver as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) for a five-year term. 

This appointment marks a significant step in the implementation phase of the Strategic Plan. As Chief Strategy Officer, Pringle-Carver will lead the implementation of the Strategic Plan and chair the Strategic Plan Implementation Group, ensuring strong alignment, accountability, and measurable progress across the University.  

The group will work closely with academic and administrative leaders to advance initiatives that support Mount Allison’s academic priorities, enhance the student experience, and strengthen the University’s long-term sustainability.  

Progress will be evaluated through regular reviews — at 18 months, three years, and five years — to assess outcomes, identify areas for improvement, and ensure the plan evolves in steps with a changing world.  

Together, the Mount Allison University community will move from strategy to action, building on shared goals and collective effort.  

Explore the plan and see how you can be part of shaping Mount Allison’s next chapter at mta.ca/strategicplan