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Nipissing University appoints new teaching chair
GeneralTeaching Chairs ProgramNipissing University is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Teaching Chair to support teaching innovation at the institution. Education professor, Dr. Douglas Gosse, has been named Teaching Chair in Learning Outcomes for a two-year term effective July 1, 2020. -
Nipissing University welcomes back Berube as board chair
GeneralBoard of GovernorsNorth Bay, ON – A familiar face is back at the head of the boardroom table at Nipissing University. Marianne Berube, who previously served as Chair of the Board of Governors from 2015-17, was elected back to the position for a one-year term during the Board’s annual general meeting. -
Nipissing welcomes incoming Lakers with virtual New Student Orientation
GeneralNew Student OrientationFuture Nipissing University students will get their first taste of what their university experience will be like during the annual New Student Orientation (NSO). This year, NSO will take place entirely virtually and will launch on Friday, July 10 with a comprehensive online orientation learning module. -
Cheryl Sutton begins term as Nipissing University president
GeneralNipissing University’s new interim President and Vice-Chancellor is officially one week into her role. Cheryl Sutton, the University’s former Vice-President, Finance and Administration, took over the leadership position on July 1, succeeding Dr. Mike DeGagné who served in the role since 2013. -
Nipissing University announces 2020 honorary degree recipients
ConvocationGeneralNipissing University is set to award six individuals with honorary degrees, the university’s highest distinction, during its Virtual Convocation on June 26, 2020. -
Nipissing University’s Dean of Teaching receives fellowship from International Society for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
Faculty/Staff AwardGeneralNipissing University’s Dean of Teaching, Dr. Patrick Maher, has been announced among the latest cohort of International Society for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (ISSOTL) Fellows. Dr. Maher is one of nine outstanding community leaders to be recognized with this honour. -
Nipissing professor receives prestigious award for innovation in teaching
Faculty/Staff AwardGeneralDr. Denyse Lafrance Horning, an associate professor in the School of Business at Nipissing University, has been awarded the prestigious 2020 D2L Innovation Award in Teaching and Learning. -
Follow Up Statement from President Dr. Mike DeGagné
GeneralIn our message sent out yesterday we encouraged our students to speak out. And you did. Thank you. We are listening. -
Statement from President Mike DeGagné on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
GeneralIn light of recent events and long standing issues regarding equity, diversity and inclusion around the world and here at home, we support all those speaking out and our thoughts and hearts are with you. -
Nipissing University moves fall classes online
GeneralMy NipissingNipissing University announced today that fall term classes will be delivered primarily online. The decision ensures students will be able to successfully meet their program requirements while maintaining the highest possible safety standards.