If you have graduated in the last 10 years, you may be eligible to receive the Saint Mary’s Young Alumni Award.
This distinction is presented to young alumni who display outstanding achievements that may have earned them regional, national or international recognition through: service to humanity, their profession, volunteerism or community service, the advancement of knowledge, or service to Saint Mary's University.
This award is granted to Saint Mary's University alumni within 10 years of receiving a bachelor's degree or within five years of receiving a graduate degree. A maximum of three candidates per year will be granted the young alumni award.
Selection candidates are considered annually by the Saint Mary's University Alumni Association's Awards & Nomination Committee.
The nomination period for the 2024 Alumni Awards is now closed.
Isalean Phillip BA’16 MA’19
The Honourable Senator Isalean Felicitee Ciara Phillip, Minister with responsibility for Social Development & Gender Affairs; Youth Empowerment, Ageing & Disabilities, is a citizen and resident of St. Kitts and Nevis. She is a qualified and experienced researcher and policy professional with a background in social policy research and development. She obtained a Master of Arts in Women and Gender Studies with a Certificate in Policy Development and Implementation from the Saint Mary’s University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.
As a policy professional, Isalean has worked with non-profit organizations and international agencies to lead and manage various aspects of policy development and program implementation. Recognized for pioneering research, Isalean has published papers and award-winning essays in academic journals and is a former recipient of the Governor General’s Academic Medal for Research Excellence in Canada. Known for her involvement in youth and community development in St. Kitts and Nevis, Isalean is a former Commonwealth Youth Ambassador, alumni, and former Vice-President of the St. Kitts National Youth Parliament Association. As the youngest member of the Federal Cabinet, Isalean is passionate about raising the profile and standard for women and youth leadership in public and political life.
She is an advocate for social justice and seeks to improve systems and build programs that help to support the equitable and inclusive upliftment and protection of people, especially the most vulnerable and marginalized.
Michael Peters BComm'18 EMBA'23
Michael Peters is the CEO of Glooscap Ventures, the economic development corporation for Glooscap First Nation, where he has led transformative growth since 2015. Under his leadership, Glooscap Ventures has launched successful businesses including Glooscap Landing, Glooscap Energy, and Indigenous Gaming Partners—creating jobs and generating revenue for the community.
Michael is deeply committed to advancing Indigenous economic development, serving as Co-Chair of the Mi’kmaq-Canada-Nova Scotia Tripartite Economic Development Committee and holding leadership roles on several national boards.
A proud member of Glooscap First Nation, Michael holds an Executive MBA from Saint Mary’s University, a Sustainable Energy Technologies certification from Dalhousie and a background in international business from NSCC.
His vision and dedication have made a lasting impact on his community and beyond.