Meet Student Leader Emilia Langill

Nipissing University is pleased to have recognized Emilia Langill from Peterborough with the Dave Marshall Leadership Award, one of it's most prestigious accolades.

Annually, 25 full-time students are recognized with a Dave Marshall Leadership Award. These students have made an outstanding extracurricular contribution to their academic program, to the campus, or to the greater community. They have demonstrated leadership, initiative, commitment, and an ability to motivate and influence others toward the betterment of Nipissing University.

This award is a prestigious, non-monetary award in recognition of the dedication and leadership Dr. Dave Marshall demonstrated during his 18 years of consecutive service as the Dean of Education and President and Vice Chancellor of Nipissing University. Dr. Marshall’s tenure at Nipissing University is a reflection of his commitment to higher education, vision for the future, and leadership in external community service. These were all characteristics reflective of Dr. Marshall’s position at Nipissing University and are qualities embodied in the students chosen for this award.

Emilia is working towards a Bachelor of Physical and Health Education.

Emilia has demonstrated her leadership on campus through her involvement with both the Equity Centre and Varsity Athletics. She is a two-time Academic All Canadian award recipient, the Varsity Rowing Team Captain, a member of the Equity Centre Executive, and the Student Athletic Trainer for both the Men’s and Women’s Varsity Hockey teams.

As a Varsity Rower, Emilia exhibits the characteristics of dedication, perseverance, and accountability. In recognition of this, she received the Lakers P.R.I.D.E. award in 2018. As the Rowing Team Captain, Emilia took the initiative to organize team bonding activities such as potlucks, movie nights, and social gatherings. As a student trainer for the varsity hockey teams, Emilia assesses injuries and treats athletes at practices, home games, and away games. She mentors injured athletes, making referrals to the head athletic therapist when needed.

Emilia is a tireless advocate for campus inclusivity as a member of the Equity Centre. In this role, she helped to plan and co-host a “Camping for Pride” event at Algonquin Provincial Park and has volunteered her time with other campaigns and events such as a recent HIV/AIDS awareness campaign.

Emilia is the kind of leader who connects with others one on one and tailors the support and mentorship needed to the individual. In the future, Emilia aspires to become a registered Kinesiologist and a certified Athletic Therapist or Massage Therapist.

The university community congratulates Emilia on her Dave Marshall Leadership Award in the Campus Category!