By Jamie Barrie
The Annapolis Valley is known for many things, its amazing views of the Bay of Fundy, its apple orchards and for being one of the best wine regions in Canada. It is also known for having one of the best universities in Canada, Acadia University, which plays an important part in the exposure and growth of the Annapolis Valley’s economy. Spotlight on Business Magazine talks with Marcel Falkenham, Leigh Huestis and Amit Batra of Acadia University about the university’s commitment to innovation and the community and how they look to continue to grow together. Acadia University in Wolfville, N.S. has become ground zero for innovation and a symbiotic partnership with the community around it. Things only ramped up with the renovation of the science complex, which was completed in September 2018. The David Huestis Innovation Pavilion was an addition to existing Elliott Hall and Huggins Hall, and it includes new classroom and meeting space as well as four fully equipped science labs. “This was a three-part project. The chemistry building, Elliott Hall, was at the end of its life inside and needed a comprehensive gutting. We worked on demolition and refitting,” said Marcel Falkenham, director of facilities at the university. “From a teaching perspective, the finished structure and rebuild was amazing. We added proper ventilation, increased our fume hood count and allowed for geothermal cooling.”
Acadia University A Solid Commitment to Innovation and Community
45 JULY 2019 • SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS MAGAZINE
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