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NU professor and alumnus offers lifelong commitment to education
GeneralAlumniDr. Glen Sharpe's connection with Nipissing University began serendipitously in the mid-90s when he stopped at the campus while driving from Thunder Bay to Bramalea, Ontario. Curious about the university, he entered the education office, where he was greeted with warmth and friendliness. That visit left a lasting impression, so when it came time to pursue a Master’s degree in Education, Nipissing was his first choice. -
From Northern Roots to the Global Stage: How Alumnus Rebecca Wakelin is Helping Educators Thrive
GeneralSchulich School of EducationAlumniFor Rebecca Wakelin, the path to becoming an educator, and ultimately a leader in higher education development, began unexpectedly. Raised in Northern Ontario, Wakelin’s childhood dream was to become a lawyer. However, while applying to universities, she included Nipissing University’s Bachelor of Education program as a fourth choice, influenced by her roommates pursuing teaching. -
A Transformative Force: Nipissing University alumnus Dr. Joyce Helmer champions culturally responsive Indigenous education
GeneralSchulich School of EducationAlumniDr. Joyce Helmer's career journey in education is as unique as it is inspiring. A Nipissing graduate with both a Bachelor and Master of Education, her story began in an unexpected place—a wrong classroom on the first day at Fanshawe College. Enrolled in the Social Service Worker Program, Dr. Helmer mistakenly attended an Early Childhood Teacher Education class instead. This serendipitous mistake set the course for a career that has profoundly impacted the educational landscape, especially for Indigenous communities in Ontario. -
Master of Education
The Master of Education (MEd) program is designed to prepare educational leaders for learning environments such as classrooms, schools and other learning organizations. The program is ideal for education, healthcare and other professionals. -
MEd Learning Outcomes
This degree is awarded to students who have demonstrated the following: Depth and breadth of knowledge, Research and scholarship, Level of application of knowledge, Professional capacity/autonomy, Level of communication skills and Awareness of limits of knowledge -
MEd Research Supervisor/Faculty
As a graduate student, it can often be a daunting task to try to identify a member of the Education faculty who is both eligible to supervise a thesis or major research paper (MRP), and who has the time, interest and skills needed to see the research through to successful completion. -
MEd Thesis and Major Research Paper
Expectation for MEd Major Research Papers. Theses, and Dissertations - Thesis Final Submission Process - Major Research Paper Final Submission Process -
MEd Handbook
The M.Ed. Handbook has been prepared to assist potential and registered graduate students and others interested in examining the various aspects of this program. Although every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein, the University Calendar should be consulted at academiccalendar.nipissingu.ca/ Changes that occur within the Handbook may be made without prior notice and without obligation, unless otherwise specified.
