Bethune's legacy honoured

Concordia continues to recognize the lasting legacy of Norman Bethune, whose statue figures centrally in Quartier Concordia. Over the last year, the development of Place Bethune at the intersection of Guy and De Maisonneuve has progressed rapidly.

Surrounding the statue of the noted doctor, arts supporter and humanitarian, Concordia’s MB, EV, GM, Hall and Library Buildings are all easily visible, as are the Faubourg Building and the Grey Nuns Mother House.

Over this past year, the statue’s surroundings have changed. The south side of Place Bethune is nearly completed, integrating additional benches, a university wayfinder and a series of gingko trees.

A staunch supporter of the Chinese people, Bethune holds a key place in Chinese cultural memory. President Judith Woodsworth chose her spring trip to Shanghai, as part of a Montreal trade mission to China, to announce the inauguration of the Norman Bethune Concordia Doctoral Fellowship.

The fellowship, which provides funding up to $25,000 per year, will be used to recruit outstanding Chinese graduate students to Concordia.

Related link:
•   Norman Bethune Concordia Doctoral Fellowship