Shad Mount Allison 2022 - Final

Mount Allison University

We are proud to introduce you to your host campus.
Founded in 1839, Mount Allison University is in Sackville, New Brunswick and has been ranked by Maclean’s Magazine as Canada’s TOP undergraduate university for 21 out of the past 29 years, a record unmatched by any other Canadian institution.

Mount Allison University

Mount Allison University is a liberal arts and science institution, offering bachelor’s degrees in Arts, Science, Fine Arts, Commerce, Music and Aviation. Mount Allison has one of the best records of graduates awarded Rhodes Scholarships (per capita) in Canada, a total of 55 and 8 in the past 10 years.

Mount Allison is extremely excited to be hosting the Shad program once again this year. The institution’s central location on the Atlantic Coast gives participants opportunity to discover all that Eastern Canada has to offer, while engaging in a full and exciting schedule of events, workshops and lectures.

Arriving at Shad

Shad2022 runs from July 3-29. We kindly request that you arrive between 12p.m. and 4p.m. on Sunday, July 3. The earlier you arrive, the more time you will have to familiarize yourself with the campus, the Shad team and the other participants.

Team members will be at the Moncton Airport during the day on July 3rd greeting Shads and facilitating transportation. There will be a scheduled shuttle bus (at the expense of Shad participants) transporting students to Mount Allison University. More details to follow.

Your Shad Campus

Every Shad will be housed in a double room, with roommates being assigned randomly before your arrival at residence. Each floor has multiple private, gender-neutral bathrooms.

Each room has two beds, desks, chairs, mini-fridge, two dressers with drawers, closet, mirror and a window that opens. Bedding and linens will be supplied by the residence, as well as weekly towel service. If you prefer your own bedding, pillows or towels, be sure to pack these from home. Please note that there is no air conditioning in the residence.

Be sure to bring your own soap, shampoo and other toiletries.

Food

Most of our meals will be eaten on campus. Keep in mind that it is a university, so the food may not be like your home-cooked meals. There will be a variety of food that accommodates most tastes.

Please ensure you let us know of any dietary requirements or allergies if you have not done so already.

Residence Key

You will be given residence keys for which you will be responsible. More information will be shared by your program director.

Banking

We recommend that you bring some pocket money with you for transportation to and from the airport, laundry, and purchasing souvenirs. There are no additional mandatory expenses.

There are bank ATMs available on campus should you need to withdraw additional funds.

Computers

You have an option to bring a laptop, tablet, or another personal computing device for research, word processing, and other tasks related to the program. Wi-Fi access is available in residence and elsewhere on campus. Shad team members will assist you with Wi-Fi setup upon arrival. The University and Shad Canada do not take any responsibility for lost/damaged/stolen valuables or property.

Laundry

There will be pay-per-use washers and dryers available. Laundry detergent is available on campus. If you have any allergies to certain types of detergent, please bring your own.

While there are no irons in the rooms, if needed, an iron can be borrowed for use.

Welcome to Shad Mount Allison! I am SO excited to share my passion for all things STEAM with each and every one of you.

I currently work as a laboratory instructor in the Biology Department at Mount Allison, where my teaching focuses on Introductory Biology, Genetics and Evolution. In my spare time, I love connecting with nature, spontaneous adventures and long morning runs. I cannot wait to learn more about you! The countdown to July 3rd is on…

Welcome to Shad Mount Allison 2022! This year is shaping up to be an incredible program and we cannot wait for you to experience it.

A little bit about me – I attended Shad in 2013, I work at a tech company called Square, I am a huge Toronto sports fan, and I love talking about technology. July can’t come fast enough – we cannot wait to meet you, and I am so excited for you to meet our phenomenal team! I hope you’re as excited as we are!

Erin Penney

Program Director

Welcome to Shad Mount Allison! I am SO excited to share my passion for all things STEAM with each and every one of you. I currently work as a laboratory instructor in the Biology Department at Mount Allison, where my teaching focuses on Introductory Biology, Genetics and Evolution. In my spare time, I love connecting with nature, spontaneous adventures and long morning runs. I cannot wait learn more about you! The countdown to July 3rd is on...

Mousa Khan

Assistant Program Director

Welcome to Shad Mount Allison 2022! This year is shaping up to be an incredible program and we cannot wait for you to experience it. A little bit about me - I attended Shad in 2013, I work at a tech company called Square, I am a huge Toronto sports fan, and I love talking about technology. July can’t come fast enough - we cannot wait to meet you, and I am so excited for you to meet our phenomenal team! I hope you’re as excited as we are!

CLOTHING - ACCESSORIES

Jacket/Raincoat with hood
Baseball-type hat (sun/rain)
Hoodie or sweater
Long pants and shorts (long pants may be required in labs)
Long and short sleeve t-shirts
Undergarments and sleepwear
Socks
Swimwear
Comfortable clothing for daily fitness activities
1 business formal outfit and shoes

FOOTWEAR

2 pairs of athletic shoes (for indoor and outdoor use; closed toe shoes required in athletic facilities and labs)
Sandals or flip / flops (for shower use)
Water safe shoes / water shoes

PERSONAL ITEMS

Towel, face cloth
Beach towel for water activities
Hairdryer
Toiletries (shampoo, soap, toothbrush/paste, etc.)
A supply of face masks (just in case)
Other personal hygiene items (hand sanitizer, tissues, deodorant, etc.)

Documents and Medication

Health card
Medical insurance card (if available)
Bank card (if you choose to bring one)
Medication (if needed)
Extra pair of glasses/contacts (if you wear them)
Prescription refill note (if taking medication)

Outdoor Gear

Reusable water bottle
Sunscreen (SPF 30 or greater)
Sunglasses
Hiking hat or baseball cap
Insect repellent
Lip balm
Umbrella
Small backpack (for hiking/day trips)
Flashlight (NOT your phone)
Sleeping bag
Camping mug, bowl, plate and utensils (optional)
Air mattress / foam (for under your sleeping bag – optional)
Hiking shoes / boots

Other

(Highly recommended, but not mandatory)

Personal notebook or paper
Writing tools
Laptop, tablet, or smartphone
Memory stick
Alarm clock
Watch
Calculator
Camera
Binoculars
Reading material
Basic sports equipment (baseball glove and ball, football, etc.)
Musical instruments (along with sheet music)
Music
Pocket Money (a small amount for things like laundry, taxi to / from airport, and souvenirs)
Extra pillow (for more of an “at home” feeling)
Extra hangers
Small fan

DO NOT BRING

Game system / TV
Pets (service animals exempted; please inform your program director for accommodations)
Any dangerous goods or weapons
Perfumes, colognes, or other strong scents
Expensive jewelry or other valuables

DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY

A diverse and inclusive community is an important value of the Shad program. You will meet students from across Canada, with different lived experiences and backgrounds. Some of you have experience with complex, high responsibility activities such as traveling or being away from home, while for others, this may be your first time being apart from family. Respect for all individuals is a requirement for a successful community.

Community must be preserved and protected in the Shad program. There are no exclusive relationships at Shad, whether for the purposes of romance, clique, gender, ethnicity, or any other reason. Relationships that exclude (or attempt to exclude) others will not be accepted. Intentionally excluding others is a form of bullying and could result in dismissal from the program. The month at Shad provides you the opportunity to make connections with a community of other exceptional students. We hope that this tight-knit community that forms at Shad will continue for many years after the program.

SUPERVISED COMMUNITY

Shad is a supervised community. Every member of the program team is charged with the responsibility of ensuring your safety and protection. We take this responsibility seriously! This means that we will need to know approximately where you are and what you are doing at all times. This level of awareness ensures that in case of an emergency, we can account for your whereabouts quickly.

You are also a partner in ensuring your own safety and the safety of the Shad community. You are expected to ensure that your behaviour is always aligned with the Shad values.

Just because the community is supervised does not mean that you won’t have freedom to engage in a range of activities across the university campus. We take advantage of many of the various programs, departments, recreational facilities and spaces on campus to ensure that you enjoy an exciting university experience.

SCHEDULE

You can expect life at Shad to be busy, but don’t worry, we have downtime and recreational activities built into the program as well. Each day, you can expect a different combination of lectures, workshops, recreational and cultural activities, as well as unscheduled time that you can use to connect with your peers, work on your design project, and reflect on what you’ve learned and accomplished so far.

TECH-ETIQUETTE: APPROPRIATE USAGE

The ability to rapidly access relevant information can be key to innovation. There is no question that effective use of technology can be a useful tool. That said, the appropriate use of technology is essential for an effective learning/teaching/cooperative environment. There is etiquette for the use of technology. Rather than provide a long list of rules that will define acceptable use of technology, our technology policy is governed by the same core values as Shad.

All use of technology — including cell phones, notebooks, tablets, translators and the like — must uphold the principles of excellence, responsibility and creativity. While you might be an exceptional multitasker, maintaining devoted attention to a task at hand is a hallmark of responsibility and maturity. When it comes to the use of technology, know what’s right, do what’s right and be respectful!

RECREATION AT SHAD

We have time set aside for recreational activities. These include cultural events, field trips and many opportunities to take in the beautiful scenery of the area.

ENERGY MANAGEMENT

Shad is most enriching when we have sufficient energy to be fully engaged in all program activities. After a long and busy day, everyone needs adequate rest. We also need to respect others and allow them to re-energize themselves by getting the rest they need. Please manage your energy levels appropriately and allow others to do the same by going to bed at the appropriate time.

LIVING WITH RESPECT

Our values are what make Shad the incredible program that it is. At our Shad campus these values are vigorously embraced – just like they are at each of the other campuses across Canada. Being a Shad means accepting these values fully into everything you do! Adherence to these values determines how successful your Shad experience will be. They are sacred trusts.

EXCELLENCE

We aspire to excellence in all we do.

DIVERSITY

We value diversity and open discussion.

CREATIVITY

We cherish the freedom to explore, create, and innovate.

COMMUNITY

We are committed to the respect, cooperation, and shared fun that builds a powerful, supportive community, while remaining mindful of the safety and well-being of that community.

RESPONSIBILITY

Our behaviour is always governed by respect for others and the highest standards of ethical conduct.

What happens when a diverse group of high school students from across Canada come together in the spirit of science, technology and entrepreneurship? Shad Open Day is a day to put your campus and your accomplishments on display for the community.

On Thursday, July 28th, family, friends and community members are invited to join us for a day of demonstrations and exhibits. You will get the chance to showcase your team’s innovation and your own special talents for the extended community.

We understand that some of you will be traveling far from home to attend Shad and therefore it will be more difficult for your family members to make it for Open Day. Do not worry – there will be many of your fellow Shads in the same position and you will still enjoy the magic of Open Day!

The program ends on the morning of Friday, July 29th, and we are obliged to vacate our rooms and move out our equipment that day. No matter what time your flight is at, you must be packed and ready to leave at 8:30 a.m.

We will be arranging a shuttle bus to the Moncton Airport, at the expense of Shad participants. More details to follow.

If being picked up, please plan to depart campus before 11 a.m.

Please note that the Shad program concludes at 11:00 a.m. on July 29th and Shad will no longer be responsible for you after this time.

SHAD SPEAKS

We know each of you have incredible ideas to share, so we want to give you the chance to do just that. During the course of the program, each of you will be asked to give a presentation, a Shad Speaks, on a topic of your choice. We believe that your ideas are powerful and are capable of sparking thoughtful discussions, shifting attitudes, and inspiring action. Be authentic, be genuine – we want to hear your thoughts and engage with your ideas.

Shad Speaks can arise from a variety of topics – a cause you’re passionate about, an issue you want to shed light on, something you want to teach the group, whatever it is, we encourage you to consider topics that you are both interested in and that you are confident will be of interest to others.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS

Q: I have a special accommodation request. How do I submit my request and will you be able to help me?

A: You will need to inform us of the special accommodations that you require ahead of time. We will let you know what we can do to support you as best as possible. We want to help make sure your experience here is exceptional.

VISITORS

Q: Can I have visitors during Shad? Can my parents take me off campus for a non-emergency reason?

A: No. Visitors are only welcome to come to Shad on Open Day on Thursday, July 28.

CONTACT DURING THE PROGRAM

Q: How can my parents contact me during Shad?

A: Your parents can contact you on your cell phone (although you may not be able to answer due to program activities).

Have any questions?
Feel free to reach out to your program team: