NOOR AHMED (’21)

COMPUTER SCIENCE WUSC
SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT

Born in somalia, Noor Ahmed attended high school in a refugee camp in Kenya. Through hard work, he won a WUSC scholarship to Acadia – a university he considered “big” when he arrived.

Noor studies computer science with the goal of bringing positive change to his war-torn country, and he’s grateful to his benefactors. “To help someone from a refugee camp, to give them the chance to come to one of the best universities in Canada, I cannot thank them enough.”

Read Noor's Story

TRANSFORM

extraordinary student experiences

TRANSFORM Goal
$30
Million

Foster access and success so that all deserving students can experience a transformative education.

Stepping onto Acadia’s campus means entering a world of possibility. From residence life to extracurricular activities, classroom discussions to co-op placements, our students experience a personalized education in a diverse and caring community.

Each year, Acadia attracts nearly 3,600 students from across Canada and from more than 70 countries. They come to learn from one another and from their professors; to be both encouraged and challenged; and to prepare themselves to be tomorrow’s leaders.

Even before they arrive, students are welcomed to the Acadia family, which has a reputation for inclusiveness and lifelong connection. Acadia provides an experience that helps students discover who they can become – an interdisciplinary approach to learning that fosters scholarly discussion, discovery, and community engagement.

Our students know that by choosing Acadia, they will learn in a way that is increasingly rare among post-secondary institutions. They graduate with an education grounded in both tradition and innovation, with an ability to work well with others, think critically, and serve their communities.

Campaign for Acadia seeks to increase support for student success and to eliminate barriers to post-secondary education. To ensure the brightest minds can join our Acadia family, we are striving to:

  • Strengthen access through an enhanced portfolio of scholarships and bursaries.
  • Expand co-op programs and other experiential opportunities.
  • Promote student mental health and well-being.
  • Provide enhanced support and services geared to student success.
  • Cultivate and expand volunteer opportunities.
  • Lead the process of indigeneity on campus.
  • Create a competitive edge with support for Athletic Excellence Awards.

NOOR AHMED (’21)

COMPUTER SCIENCE WUSC
SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT

Born in somalia, Noor Ahmed attended high school in a refugee camp in Kenya. Through hard work, he won a WUSC scholarship to Acadia – a university he considered “big” when he arrived.

Noor studies computer science with the goal of bringing positive change to his war-torn country, and he’s grateful to his benefactors. “To help someone from a refugee camp, to give them the chance to come to one of the best universities in Canada, I cannot thank them enough.”

Read Noor's Story