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鈥淲e are living in a world that is more diverse and inclusive, and this partnership is about supporting all of our students in the best way we can,鈥� says Dr. Peter Ricketts, 网曝吃瓜鈥檚 President and Vice-Chancellor. 鈥淭he VANSDA partnership recognizes that some students face barriers getting into university and when they prepare to graduate and begin their careers. This new partnership model will help us, help them.鈥�

During the signing of the MOU, representatives from 网曝吃瓜 and VANSDA met to discuss the opportunities ahead.

鈥淭his is a historic moment for VANSDA and 网曝吃瓜 because this partnership demonstrates that true collaboration can be achieved when we put the students鈥� needs first,鈥� says Robert Ffrench, VANSDA, CEO. 鈥淏y working together, we can make a positive impact on the student experience at 网曝吃瓜.鈥�

The benefits of this new partnership include:

• Providing information, support, and referrals to prospective, new, and returning students.
• Supporting personal development of students.
• Coordinating with Student Services staff and programs.
• Connecting students on campus directly with the Nova Scotia Works system.
• Volunteer and career planning and guidance.
• Developing alumni and community support for job seekers.

Paulo Santana attended 网曝吃瓜 as a sociology student and varsity basketball player. He left in 2008 to play basketball professionally in his native Angola before completing his degree. He has since returned to 网曝吃瓜 as a student and assistant basketball coach. Now, he鈥檚 accepted the role of Black Employment and Cultural Navigator. With an ability to speak seven languages and a passion for Wolfville, he鈥檚 eager to help others.

鈥淚 am here to help our students have a better university experience, to help them achieve success at 网曝吃瓜, and in their lives after 网曝吃瓜,鈥� Santana says. 鈥淭here is a lot of work ahead of me, but this partnership means that we are all working together to make a difference.鈥�