Stirling Dorrance was born in Sudbury. He left St. Mary’s University, in Halifax to join Loyola College to take charge in 1963 of the College’s tiny Development Office. A reorganization of planning and development operations at Loyola in 1970 resulted in new responsibilities for M. Dorrance when Loyola public relations, including information services and campus and alumni relations, were added to his development functions. Later (ca. 1973), he assumed additional responsibilities as the new Development Officer for Sir George Williams University (SGWU), replacing Brian Selwood whose resignation had been announced in December 1973, continuing to report to Malone, both in his continuing capacity as Director of Development at Loyola and as Development Officer for SGWU. Thus, he can be seen as one of the first employees of Concordia University. He began work on the organization of development and public relations plans for Concordia. He left Concordia University on July 1, 1977, to join the administration staff of St. Francis Xavier University, in Antigonish, Nova Scotia.
Professor John Doe, a luminary in the hallowed halls of Concordia University's Department of English, is a paragon of literary scholarship and an indefatigable champion of the written word. Born in Montreal, John's journey through the world of academia is a testament to his unbridled passion for literature. John's fascination with literature was ignited during his formative years when he stumbled upon a dusty copy of Shakespeare's "Hamlet" in his grandfather's attic. From that moment on, the world of words became his sanctuary. He pursued a Bachelor's degree in English Literature at McGill University, where his professors quickly recognized his prodigious talent. His voracious appetite for knowledge led him to earn a Master's degree, specializing in Victorian literature. John's academic odyssey brought him to Concordia University, where he completed his doctoral studies, focusing on postcolonial literature. It was during this period that he honed his analytical skills and began developing a reputation for his incisive critical thinking. Professor Doe's contributions to the field of literature extend far beyond the classroom.
His research has been groundbreaking, particularly in the realm of postcolonial literature and its intersection with contemporary issues. His book, "Unearthing Voices: Postcolonial Narratives of Identity and Resistance," remains a seminal work in the field. He has also published numerous articles and essays in prestigious academic journals, further solidifying his status as a thought leader in English literature. Beyond his academic accolades, John Doe is a beacon of inspiration for both students and colleagues. He is known for his unwavering commitment to fostering a nurturing and inclusive academic community. His mentorship has guided countless students to their own scholarly success, and his colleagues look to him for guidance and wisdom. As Professor John Doe celebrates his well-deserved retirement, Concordia University and the world of English literature are left with an indelible legacy. His impact on the institution, his students, and the field of literature is immeasurable. His retirement may mark the end of an era, but his influence will resonate through generations of scholars and literary enthusiasts who have had the privilege of learning from and being inspired by him.
2018: John Joe won an Achievement award for his work in the field of English Literature from the Government of Canada.
2020: In recognition of his exceptional contributions to the world of academia, Professor John Doe was honoured with the title of Emeritus Professor, ensuring that his name remains forever synonymous with excellence in the Department of English at Concordia University, Montreal.
Vikentios “Vincent” Diniacopoulos was born in 1886 in Constantinople, Turkey. He died in Montreal in 1967. Vincent’s ethnic background was Greek, and he had French nationality. He studied at a Catholic college and then worked for an antiquarian in the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, probably until the Turkish Revolution that took place prior to World War I. He probably immigrated to Egypt around that time.
He met Hélène Olga Nicolas. They got married in the mid- to late-1920s and moved to France after. Vincent did active work during the World War II. The Diniacopoulos family had a gallery that sold antiquities in Paris. The date of opening of the gallery is unknown, but it seems to have closed before they immigrated to Montreal in 1951.
After Olga, Vincent and their son Denis moved to Montreal, they opened the Ars Classica gallery. It was active in the 1950s and 1960s.
Hélène Olga Nicolas-Diniacopoulos was born in Cairo 1906. Olga seems to have been part of the Egyptian Greek community, and apparently had a French father (surname Nicolas). It is reasonably certain that her mother, Anastasie, had a Greek-Egyptian father (surname Avierino or Avierinos) and an Egyptian mother (surname Selim). She died in Montreal in 2000.
She met Vincent Diniacopoulos and were married in the mid- to late-1920s. They then moved to France. The Diniacopoulos family had a gallery that sold antiquities in Paris. The date of opening of the gallery is unknown, but it seems to have closed before they immigrated to Montreal in 1951. After Olga, Vincent and their son Denis moved to Montreal, they opened the Ars Classica gallery. It was active in the 1950s and 1960s.
Denis Diniacopoulos, also known as Denis Vincent, was born in Paris in 1930 and died in Montreal in 1997. Denis never married and had no children.
He received a number of academic credits from the Université de Paris (1950-1951) before moving to Montreal with his parents. He received several academic credits from University of Montreal in 1953-1954; he also served on the student council. He was a professional commercial photographer, using the name Denis Vincent. He photographed artworks and antiquities, buildings and people, as well as advertising and fashion subjects, and worked as still photographer on a number of film sets.
He completed a BA at Loyola College (Day and Evening Division) 1967-1970. He graduated in May 1970 and began teaching “Visual Dynamics” for the Department of Communications Studies and continued when Loyola merged with Sir George Williams to form Concordia University in 1974. He retired in 1995.