MacEwan University also known as Grant MacEwan University is a Public university located in Downtown Edmonton, Alberta. Originally established as a Community college which named in honor of Dr. Grant MacEwan, 9th Lieutenant Governor (Canada) of Alberta in 1971. Grant MacEwan College officially transitioned into an university in 2009 under the Post-Secondary Learning Act[1]. While the university's name was rebranded as MacEwan University for public communication and marketing purposes in 2013, its official name remains Grant MacEwan University[1]. MacEwan university offers a wide range of programs and is home to six faculties and schools, providing nearly 60 programs including baccalaureate degrees, certificates, diplomas, post-diplomas and university transfer programs[1].
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Former name | Grant MacEwan University |
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| Motto | Discendo Floremus (Latin) |
Motto in English | Through learning we flourish |
| Type | Public university |
| Established | 1971; 53 years ago |
| Affiliation | ACAC, AUCC |
| President | Dr. Annette Trimbee |
| Provost | Dr. Craig Monk |
| Students | 18855 |
| Location | , Alberta , Canada |
| Campus | Urban |
| Colors | Maroon,White |
Sporting affiliations | CWUAA U SPORTS |
| Mascot | MacEwan Griffins |
| Website | www |
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