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.
Committee Membership, April 2025
| Angela Nicholls | Manager, Student Accessibility Services |
| Heather Hersemeyer | Director, University Technology Services |
| Jayden Martin | NUSU Vice-President & Advocacy (Non-Voting) |
| Julie Corkett | Faculty of Education and Professional Studies |
| Kayla Gorman | Human Resources Administrator |
| Kim Wood | Manager, Digital Marketing |
| Nancy Black | Executive Director, Library Services |
| Paul Ritter | Marketing, Web Developer |
| Robert Brownlee | Joint Health & Safety Committee Representative |
| Sarah Cantin | Director, Student Wellness |
| Terry Kirkby | Manager, Contracts & Projects |
| Traci Malkowski | Human Resources & Equity Advisor (Chair) |
| vacant | Faculty of Arts and Science |
| vacant | Director, Teaching & Learning |