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Homecoming Weekend - October 4-6
ArticleOpen to the public and for all ages, Nipissing University spirit and North Bay pride will be on full display on October 5th when the Nipissing Lakers Women’s Varsity Hockey Team will be playing Laurentian University at Memorial Gardens at 7:30PM for a Homecoming game. Immediately after the game, there will be a fireworks performance sponsored by the City of North Bay. Tickets are available from Memorial Gardens. -
The Sparrow Experiential Learning Centre is Open for Business
ArticleStudents in Nipissing University’s School of Business now have the opportunity to connect with the North Bay community through the Sparrow Experiential Learning Centre. Due to a generous contribution from the Sparrow Family, the university has created a new space on campus where students will engage in experiential learning by developing knowledge, skills and values from direct experiences outside a traditional academic setting, which includes hands-on engagement opportunities with the community. -
University Bargaining Update
ArticleEarly on Monday morning of October 21st, 2019, a tentative deal was reached between the representatives of Nipissing University administration and the Faculty Academic Staff Bargaining Unit (FASBU).
Nipissing University would like to thank our students and university community for their patience through this process. Classes will continue as scheduled for the remainder of the semester. -
Meet Student Leader Samuel Levac
ArticleSamuel has demonstrated his community leadership through his three years of experience as a volunteer coach for North Bay Spartan’s Basketball. In this role, Samuel coached the 3 on 3 program and 2 rep teams per season while completing his degree program. He also volunteered his time to run a summer program for serious basketball athletes to continue to work on skills and strength. His positive influence has contributed to the success of many local athletes. -
Meet Student Leader Lisa Truong
ArticleLisa has demonstrated her community leadership by advocating for, and educating others about, the need for bone marrow transplant donors in Canada. During her practicum, Lisa became aware of the silent crisis occurring in the bone marrow transplant community. Through research, Lisa discovered that only 2% of Canadians were registered to be a donor and that there is a particular need for more ethnically diverse stem cell donors. -
Remembrance Day Observance
ArticleNipissing University wishes to remember the contributions of our veterans who have served in war and peace-keeping duties over the years. On November 11, representatives from the University will be attending the municipal ceremony at Memorial Gardens. On campus, as an expression of observance, we will be holding a ceremony at 10:45 a.m. on Monday, November 11th in the Nipissing Theatre (F213). We encourage everyone to attend a local Remembrance Day service. -
Scholar Practitioner Program Graduates 38 Future Nurses
ArticleOn Friday, November 8, Nipissing University welcomed 38 graduates to its alumni ranks during the Scholar Practitioner Program convocation ceremony held in Toronto at the Michener Institute of Education at the University Health Network (UHN). The Scholar Practitioner Program is an innovative second degree nursing program for university graduates offered in partnership with the Michener Institute of Education at UHN, SickKids Hospital, Toronto Public Health and the University Health Network. -
Giving Tuesday at NU
ArticleThis Giving Tuesday, join us in building a strong foundation for our student-athletes by purchasing an engraved brick that will pave the entrance to our new turf field. Each brick purchased will directly support our student-athletes by offsetting the cost of training, travel, equipment and support services so they can they can focus on achieving their athletic and academic potential. Visit nipissingu.ca/givingtuesday to buy a brick today. -
Research Achievement Award Recipients Named
ArticleNipissing University is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020-2021 Research Achievement Awards: Dr. Dominic Odwa Atari, Department of Geography & Geology; Dr. Kurt Clausen, Schulich School of Education; Dr. Hilary Earl, Department of History; Dr. Ali Hatef, Department of Computer Science & Mathematics; Dr. Mark Wachowiak, Department of Computer Science & Mathematics -
BPHE Students Benefitting from Hands-on Experience
ArticleApproximately 100 Bachelor of Physical and Health Education (BPHE) students are benefitting from hands-on work experience through the Community Leadership Placement program. Over 35 internal and external community partners support the students by providing them with a minimum of 50 hours of mentorship and work involvement in areas that support students’ academic and professional goals.
