October 24, 2005 Source: University College of Cape Breton:
http://www.capebretonu.ca/capebretonu_main/newsrel/NewsDetail.asp?NewsID=112 Celebrating Canadian achievement Celebrating Canadian achievement in international peacekeeping with specialized programming and world-wide military experiences (Sydney, NS) – Today, Cape Breton University and Victoria Park Garrisons in Sydney, Nova Scotia joined forces to celebrate Canadian achievement in international peacekeeping – on the day marking United Nations Day. The day included presentations by Canadian military personnel involved in peacekeeping missions around the world. In addition, the university celebrated its latest option in Canada’s only Master of Business Administration in Community Economic Development [MBA(CED)] program. The new option in Peace-Building, Reconstruction and Good Governance was developed in partnership with the Department of National Defence. "Today, on United Nations Day, we celebrate our internationally significant and timely MBA(CED) offering in Peace-Building, Reconstruction and Good Governance," said Dr. Anthony Secco, Vice President, Academic at Cape Breton University. "Canada, peacekeeping and specialized programming go hand in hand. We are pleased to celebrate this day with our friends in the military here on Cape Breton Island." Dr. Secco joined Cape Breton University graduate Lieutenant Colonel Ken Butterworth in welcoming the more than 70 guests. Lt. Col. Butterworth assumed command of 35 (Sydney) Service Battalion and was appointed the Garrison Commander for Victoria Park (Sydney) Garrison. He is the senior serving Regular Force officer in Cape Breton. Canada’s new 3D (Defence-Diplomacy-Development) approach clearly indicates the importance of development in achieving and maintaining peace. "The MBA(CED) program and this new option in particular directly respond to this peacekeeping priority," said Professor George Karaphillis, Director of the MBA(CED) program at Cape Breton University. "It is designed for individuals who are or may be involved in planning and implementing post-conflict resolution and restoration activities across a broad spectrum of national and international need." The program presents advanced, sophisticated education and training to practitioners in government, the military, economic development agencies, non-government agencies, and community minded managers in corporations. The new option will also be offered on site in Kingston, ON. Members of the Land Forces Atlantic Area shared their experiences with guests on the importance of peacekeeping in the 21st Century, and particularly in the Middle East, Africa, Afghanistan and Haiti. Military speakers included Brigadier General James Bruce, MMM, CD who spoke on the overall importance of peacekeeping in the 21st century. A graduate of the university’s MBA(CED) program, he serves as Deputy Commander Land Force Atlantic Area and has the distinction of being awarded Member of the Order of Military Merit (MMM) and the Chief of Defence Staff Commendation. Major Jamie Morse, CD spoke on his peacekeeping mission in Kabul, Afghanistan in 2002. The Major was selected to be the Deputy Commanding Officer of 3 RCR, as part of Canada’s first deployment with the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF). Upon return from Afghanistan, he was selected to attend the United States Army Command and Staff Course, in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. In September of 2003, Captain Paul Comeau was posted to the 2nd Battalion, the Royal Canadian Regiment. On his first day as a platoon commander, he was deployed with the rest of his battalion to render aid and assistance to Halifax, following the devastation left by hurricane JUAN. In 2004, he was deployed to Haiti during Op HALO - the multi-national mission to establish and maintain peace and stability to the country. The UN day of celebration also included a UN Chapter Presentation/Act of Remembrance and a minute of silence headed up by the President of the Major General Lewis MacKenzie Peacekeeper Association, Tom White. United Nations (UN) Day is devoted to highlighting the aims and achievements of the UN and peacekeeping around the world. It is celebrated by all 81 countries, which are members of the United Nations for the purpose of informing the people of the world as to the aims, purposes, and achievements of the UN. The day is part of the United Nations Week, October 20-26. Over the years, UN Day has been observed in hundreds of communities across Canada. Those observations have taken many forms, from symbolic events such as the flying of the UN flag in civic venues to serious debates and forums about the issues before the UN, their relevance to Canada, and suggestions on how to address world problems through international co-operation. About the MBA(CED) Program:
Cape Breton University started offering the MBA(CED) program in 1997 and includes all business courses expected in a regular MBA program plus social science subjects. Currently, there are more than 160 students enrolled in the program. The on-site portion is offered in both, full-time semester basis and in intensive month-long sessions in July on campus in Sydney, NS. The program is also offered in a part-time weekend format in Edmonton, AB in conjunction with Lakeland College. The new Peace-Building, Reconstruction and Good Governance Option will be offered on site in Kingston, ON. Over the past eight years the program also introduced a couple of options, including the First Nations Option, and a Strategic Management Option. -30- Contact:
Kelly Rose
Communications Officer
Cape Breton University
Tel: (902) 563-1638
E-mail: kelly_rose@capebretonu.ca
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