Mandate of the Nipissing University Accessibility Advisory Committee (NUAAC)
To ensure the equitable access and inclusion of individuals with disabilities in all aspects of campus life, including education, facilities, technology, services, and others.
- Promote awareness and understanding of accessibility-related issues on campus.
- Advise and be involved in the development, implementation and monitoring of policies, procedures, and practices that enhance accessibility.
- Identify accessibility concerns, investigate, and respond appropriately.
- Foster a culture of inclusion by addressing barriers to accessibility.
- Ensure compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and other applicable legislation.
- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to identify and address accessibility challenges.
Membership, 2023-2024
| Angela Nicholls | Manager, Student Accessibility Services | Ext. 4235 |
| Carrie Duchesne | Administrator, Human Resources (Recording Secretary) | Ext. 4253 |
| Glen Sharpe | Faculty of Education & Professional Studies | Ext. 4170 |
| Harikesh Panchal | NUSU Vice-President, Advocacy & Awareness | Ext. 4303 |
| Heather Hersemeyer | Director, University Technology Services | Ext. 4346 |
| Mike Dupelle | Manager, Digital Media & Strategies | Ext. 4494 |
| Nancy Black | Executive Director, Library Services | Ext. 4220 |
| Nancy Stevens | Faculty of Arts & Science | Ext. 4850 |
| Paul Ritter | Marketing, Web Developer | Ext. 4917 |
| Robert Brownlee | Marketing, Web Developer | Ext. 4607 |
| Terry Kirkby | Manager, Contracts & Projects | Ext. 4505 |
| Traci Malkowski | Human Resources & Equity Advisor (Chair) | Ext. 4066 |
| Vacant | Office of the Dean of Teaching | |
| Vacant | Assistant Vice-President, Students |