Meet Student Leader Mitchell Hanniman

Nipissing University is pleased to have recognized Mitchell Hanniman from Renfrew 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.

Mitchell is working towards a Bachelor of Liberal Arts with French and Spanish Minors.

Mitchell has demonstrated his leadership on campus through his roles as a Residence Don, Living Learning Community Don, and Nipissing Canadore Christian Fellowship President.

Mitchell naturally creates community wherever he goes. He hosts regular pancake breakfasts and game nights to bring folks together and is always willing to extend a hand to those in need. He is a genuine and caring person and is for that reason regularly sought out for support by peers. Mitchell is known to encourage students to pursue leadership opportunities within Residence, such as becoming a floor representative or joining a committee.

Mitchell is the type of leader who encourages others to think positively, view situations from other points of view, and to treat everyone with kindness because you never know what they're going through. He inspires others to be more outgoing, kind and involved on campus. As the Nipissing Canadore Christian Fellowship President, Mitchell encourages others to actively practice their faith and to get involved in events and activities that the fellowship puts on.

Next year, Mitchell plans to return to Nipissing for the Bachelor of Education program, with the future goal of becoming an Elementary School Teacher.

The university community congratulates Mitchell on his Dave Marshall Leadership Award in the Campus Category!