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Scholarship honours memory of Nipissing University student-athlete
GeneralA new memorial scholarship fund at Nipissing University has been established in honour of Shelby Dickey, a former Nipissing University student and accomplished member of the varsity Nordic Ski Team who passed away last year in a tragic cycling accident.
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Nipissing University Establishes Student Emergency Fund for Students in Need
GeneralStudent Development and ServicesNorth Bay, ON - The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in financial hardship for many and university students are no exception. In response, Nipissing University has launched a new Student Emergency Fund to provide urgent financial assistance to students unable to cover immediate, essential expenses as a result of the crisis.
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Nipissing University president resigns for new post in Yukon
GeneralNipissing University’s Board of Governors announced today that President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Mike DeGagné, is stepping down to become the president of Yukon University. DeGagné will remain President of Nipissing until June 30.
“Dr. DeGagné has been an exceptional leader and has left a permanent mark on the university and broader community especially for his tireless work in the area of Indigenous education,” said Board Chair, Tom Palangio. “On behalf of the Board, I’d like to thank Dr. DeGagné for his leadership, integrity, and commitment to the University over the past seven years and wish him all the best in his new role.” -
Senator Pate to Receive Honorary Degree
ConvocationGeneralNipissing University will recognize Senator Kim Pate with an honorary degree, the university’s highest distinction, during a convocation ceremony on March 7 in Ottawa for graduates of Nipissing's College Partnership Program. -
Nipissing Participating in International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
GeneralThe International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD) was established by the United Nations in 1966 to commemorate the Sharpeville Massacre of 1960. It is observed every March 21 to bring the world community together to increase its efforts in the elimination of all forms of racial discrimination and racism (United Nations, Resolution 2142, XX1).
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Student Voices on Sexual Violence Survey Results
GeneralNipissing University, along with all Ontario universities, recently received three reports from the Ministry of Colleges and Universities, which outline the results of the 2018 Student Voices on Sexual Violence Survey.
Nipissing appoints Renée Hacquard as new Vice-President, Finance and Administration
Nipissing University is pleased to announce the appointment of Renée Hacquard as Vice-President, Finance and Administration, effective July 1, 2024. Hacquard will succeed outgoing Vice-President, Cheryl Sutton, who will be retiring at the end of June following a 14-year tenure with the University.