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  • History Seminar Series

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    The Teaching Hub - The Sandbox (A252-C) & Remotely
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    The History Seminar Series on Friday 24th January (2:30 pm, Teaching Hub, hybrid) will feature Dr. Whitney Leeson of Roanoke University (VA) in a presentation entitled "Historical Anthropology: Teaching and Research at the Intersection of Two Disciplines".

    Dr. Whitney Leeson will share a personal reflection on the journey that led her to combine the fields of anthropology and history.
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  • Leadership in Action: Past DMLA Recipients at Nipissing | Ysabel Castle

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    As a Geography, Biology and Chemistry instructor and research assistant at Nipissing, Lakers alumnus Ysabel Castle carries forward the values that earned her a DMLA during her student years. Her contributions included fostering critical thinking, sparking interest in geography, and creating meaningful change through research.
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  • Eat! Meet! Compete! History Social and Trivia

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    Bay Bistro at NUSU Student Centre
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    We're excited to invite you to our history trivia night and social—Eat! Meet! Compete!

    Start the evening with a social hour to grab dinner and drinks (available for purchase from the menu) and mingle with fellow history buffs and professors.

    Then, put your knowledge to the test in a fun trivia competition! Teams of three to four (maximum one professor per team) will compete for awesome prizes.
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  • The Neuroscience of Habitual Behaviour: From TikTok to the Misuse of Drugs

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    F213 (Nipissing University Theater) or Zoom
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    Presented by Dr. Andrew Weeks, this talk attempts to provide practical and accessible information about why we form habits and often behave in automatic ways. Whether you are worried that you are spending too much time on your phone or are struggling with drug use, this talk provides you with an understanding of how the brain changes when these habits form, what keeps them going, and what you might try if you want to make a change.
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  • Hot Chocolate Fundraiser

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    NU Hallway (Beside Campus Bookstore)
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    The History Society presents a hot chocolate fundraiser! Come and purchase your hot chocolate while learning about its history, dating back to the ancient Mayans!
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  • Together for Justice: Education and Advocacy for Community Change

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    NUSU Student Centre
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    Join us for a day of inspiration and empowerment where education and advocacy intersect for meaningful community change. This gathering will focus on critical themes of decolonization, women's rights, and community support, featuring two prominent speakers, Charmaine Lane and Pamela Cross, who will share their expertise and insights on the pressing issues facing racialized communities and women today. Engage in resource sharing and meaningful discussions as we work together for justice.
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  • Black History Month Film Event: What We Deserve: Restorative Justice and Reparations

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    Online
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    In recognition of Black History Month, we invite you to a special film screening of What We Deserve–a documentary exploring centuries of unaddressed harm faced by the victims of the trans-Atlantic slave trade and their descendants. Through poignant reflections and insightful commentary, the film champions calls for restorative and reparative justice.
    Following the screening, participate in a live Q&A session with award-winning filmmaker Shelley Jarrett, moderated by Dr. Charles Anyinam, Assistant Professor in the School of Nursing.
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