Campus Tours
Come experience a place like nowhere else - Acadia University!
Our Student Ambassadors are excited to show you what Acadia University has to offer!
Acadia is located just one hour from the City of Halifax and Halifax Stanfield International Airport. We are an integral part of the quintessential town of Wolfville, overlooking the Annapolis Valley and the Bay of Fundy, and surrounded by more than 200 kilometers of trails. When you step onto campus, you will find yourself in a place like nowhere else.
Included in your tour:
- Beveridge Arts Centre
- Vaughan Memorial Library
- Acadia Students' Union Building
- a residence building
- K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre and Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens
- Huggins Science Hall
- Huestis Innovation Science Pavilion
- Acadia Athletics Complex
To register for a campus tour, select an available date and time in the calendar below and fill out the registration form. If you have already applied to Acadia, login here, then select an available date from the calendar.
Please note: We require 48 hours' notice to book a tour. Tours may be cancelled due to inclement weather. We will do our best to keep students up to date on changes to their tours due to inclement weather. Should you need to cancel or make changes to your tour, please contact campustours@acadiau.ca.
Do you have a group of 10 or more and want to book a group tour? Complete our Group Visit intake form here!
Jacqueline Redden
Campus Tour and Events Coordinator
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Toronto, Ontario
Hi! My name is Jacqueline Redden, and I'm the Campus Tour & Events Coordinator at Acadia. I have been working at Acadia since 2021. My favourite thing about being the Campus Tour & Events Coordinator is meeting all the prospective students and helping them begin their journey at Acadia. I look forward to seeing you on campus!
Taelyn Cargill
Student Ambassador
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Grand Desert, Nova Scotia
Program & Year of Study: Bachelor of Science in Math & Bachelor of Education, 4th Year
Plan for life after Acadia: After Acadia, I am looking to become an elementary teacher.
Extracurricular at Acadia: I am part of the Acadia Math Society and the Acadia Rugby Club. I also play flute in the Symphonic Band on campus.
#1 Item on my Acadia Bucket List: Sing Karaoke at the Axe!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Join everything you can that interests you! Clubs are a great way to meet new people and make lasting friendships.
My favourite thing about Wolfville: Everything you need is within walking distance!
Natasha McCarthy
Student Ambassador
Hometown: Riverview, New Brunswick
Program & Year of Study: Bachelor of Kinesiology with Honours, 3rd Year
Plan for life after Acadia: I hope to go into either speech language pathology, or health promotion.
Extracurricular at Acadia: I’m on the Valley Legacy Synchronized Skating team.
#1 Item on my Acadia Bucket List: To finally win a round of trivia held at the Axe, the student bar and lounge, it hasn’t happened yet but hopefully soon!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Don’t be scared to try new things, university is all about learning and having fun!
My favourite thing about Wolfville: The beautiful trails, I love being able to go on nature walks/runs while staying close to home.
Kayla Moorcroft
Student Ambassador
Hometown: Pretoria, South Africa
Program & Year of Study: Engineering & Computer Science, 3rd year
Plan for life after Acadia: I would like to do something in relation to robotics that allows me to solve problems using both engineering and computer science knowledge.
Extracurricular at Acadia: Acadia Dance Collective, Acadia Programming Team, WISE Executive Team
#1 Item on my Acadia Bucket List: Make lasting connections with people on campus.
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Be more in the moment and focus on things you can do right now instead of worrying about the uncertainties of the future.
My favourite thing about Wolfville: I don’t need a car because I can walk pretty much anywhere.
Shannyn Parfitt
Student Ambassador
Pronouns: They/Them
Hometown: Upper Rawdon, Nova Scotia
Program & Year of Study: English & History, 4th Year
Plan for life after Acadia: After I finish my Bachelor of Arts, I plan to come back to Acadia for a Teaching degree (B.Ed.) then go into teaching Jr. High-High School level students in Nova Scotia.
Extracurricular at Acadia: I haven’t had much time this year for extracurricular events so far, but I was the president of the Acadia University Residence Hall Association (AURHA) and now I attend events with the Acadia English Association, and Acadia History & Classics Society.
#1 Item on my Acadia Bucket List: Win at the Welcome to Wolfville Connections Bingo.
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Don't be afraid to talk to my professors. Yes, some of them may be intimidating, but the most intimidating ones are the ones you’ll form the best connections with. Also, make time to study!
My favourite thing about Wolfville: How tight knit the community is. When it came to COVID-19 you saw a lot of isolation happening, but this town never seemed to lose its sense of community. That and how welcoming they are to all students.
Ali Sheikh
Student Ambassador
Pronouns: He/him
Hometown: Karachi, Pakistan
Program & Year of Study: Bachelor of Business Administration, 3rd year
Plan for life after Acadia: I plan to pursue a career that blends my expertise in accounting and computer science, possibly in the fintech industry, while also exploring opportunities for further education.
Extracurricular at Acadia: Exploring the local hiking trails, Vice President of the Acadia Muslim Students' Association, Swimming.
#1 Item on my Acadia Bucket List: Hike all the trails around Wolfville and capture the beauty of the Annapolis Valley through photography.
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Be open to new experiences, socialize, manage your time wisely, and don’t hesitate to ask for help—it’s always available!
My favourite thing about Wolfville: The sense of community and the natural beauty that surrounds the town, making it the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.
Isaac Tredwell
Student Ambassador
Pronouns: He/Him
Hometown: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia
Program & Year of Study: English & History, 3rd Year
Plan for life after Acadia: Once I graduate, I'd like to either spend some time as a historian or archivist, or get my BEd and become a teacher!
Extracurricular at Acadia: I do some work with the Acadia English Association, but most of my free time is spent at the gym.
#1 Item on my Acadia Bucket List: My cardio isn't great, but I want to run in the Harvest Valley Marathon (either 5K or 10K) before I graduate.
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Don't avoid meal hall! You've got a lot of options if you take time to discover all the stations - especially the pantry - and discover what the people at meal hall can do for you!
My favourite thing about Wolfville: I love the feeling you get just walking around Wolfville, but trivia a Paddy's is always fun!
Questions?
Acadia University Boarding Pass Program
Make your trip to Acadia easier by taking advantage of our Boarding Pass program!
Whether you are driving, flying or taking the bus, we will help pay the way!
Here’s How it Works:
- Acadia University will reimburse students 50% of their travel expenses, up to a total of $500 when they visit campus the year before they attend Acadia.
- Students MUST accept their offer and attend Acadia University for the reimbursement to be applied.
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In September of the students' first year of study, you must provide:
- The student's travel receipts for one way of travel
- The date you were on campus
- Your name and Acadia Student Number
- All refunds will be credited to the students' Acadia University account. Refunds cannot be processed if travel is paid for by points.
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