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Distinguished Nipissing alumnus Anna Pearson is shaping the minds of the “adults of tomorrow”
GeneralAlumniOn Anna Pearson’s first ever report card, her teacher wrote that one day, she would make an excellent teacher. That early insight has proven true. Today, Anna is a celebrated educator and the recipient of numerous teaching awards including the Chancellor’s Award for Teaching Excellence (2024) from Nipissing University, the Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence (2022) for her outstanding contributions to K-12 education, and most recently the Award for Future-Proofing Students from the Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security (2025). -
Nipissing University welcomes visitors to Fall Open House
GeneralRecruitmentNipissing University welcomed more than 500 guests, including 240 prospective students, to campus on Saturday, October 25, for its annual Fall Open House. The event offered visitors an immersive experience of what life is like at Nipissing, from exploring labs and classrooms to connecting with professors, staff, and current students. -
Nipissing University welcomes academics and industry professionals to explore implementation science across Northern Ontario
GeneralResearchAcademics, practitioners, and community leaders gathered on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the NUSU Student Centre for a full day seminar hosted by Nipissing University and Rare Dementia Support (RDS) Canada, to explore how implementation science can drive meaningful change across Northern Ontario and beyond. -
Rising Star Connor Lafortune is creating space for important and enriching discussions through activism and artistry
GeneralAlumniSelf-preservation, uplifting community, and standing up for what he believes in are all key lessons that artist, activist, and life promoter Connor Lafortune took from his time studying at Nipissing University. -
New Award Opens Doors for Students with Disabilities at Nipissing University
GeneralAdvancementStudent AwardsStudents at Nipissing University living with physical disabilities will soon have access to a transformative new opportunity thanks to a generous partnership with Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons (CFPDP). -
One Month In: Your Mid-Semester Check-In
GeneralThe whirlwind of September has come and gone. Between new routines, assignments, and adjusting to campus life, the first month of university often feels like a sprint. Now, as October begins, you’ve reached your first big checkpoint: midterms. Whether this is your first year at Nipissing or you’re a seasoned upper year, this is the perfect moment to pause, check in with yourself, and refocus for the weeks ahead.
Distinguished Nipissing alumnus Anna Pearson is shaping the minds of the “adults of tomorrow”
On Anna Pearson’s first ever report card, her teacher wrote that one day, she would make an excellent teacher. That early insight has proven true. Today, Anna is a celebrated educator and the recipient of numerous teaching awards including the Chancellor’s Award for Teaching Excellence (2024) from Nipissing University, the Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence (2022) for her outstanding contributions to K-12 education, and most recently the Award for Future-Proofing Students from the Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security (2025).
