STFX welcomes one of its largest incoming classes ever

Sep 25, 2026 | Local News

STFX University recently welcomed one of its largest incoming classes with 1,394 student coming in. University president Dr. Andy Hakin called it one of if not the largest classes they’ve ever had.  
 
Hakin said they have just under 5,000 students with on campus residences at 97 per cent occupancy. 
 
 
1,400 students is around as many students as they can take on entry, said Hakin, adding they want the majority of students to have the residence experience.  As for what’s upcoming, Hakin pointed to Homecoming next week, with around 500 registrants taking part. He said the Mulroney Institute has some things coming this fall, and events are set for Truth and Reconciliation.

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When Howard, a radio veteran and one of the original Broadcast News anchors, founded Broadcast Dialogue in 1992, he saw a need for both timely delivery of Canadian broadcast industry news, but also recognized the importance of creating a sense of community.

989 XFM is very proud to be the winner of the 2020 Station of Year – Small Market award.