Assistant Vice-President, Students (AVPS)

Welcome to the Office of the Assistant Vice-President, Students (AVPS)

At Nipissing University student success is at the heart of everything that we do. The Office of the Assistant Vice-President, Students is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive experience for students.

Sarah Taylor is the Assistant Vice-President, Students at Nipissing University. Kris Brugma is the Secretary to the Assistant Vice-President, Students at Nipissing University. 

Together, they work closely to provide seamless support for students and the broader campus community, ensuring that services, communication, and resources are accessible, responsive, and student-focused.

 

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Sarah Taylor

Assistant Vice-President, Students

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Kris Brugma

Secretary to the Assistant Vice-President, Students

What does the AVP Students do?

The Assistant Vice-President, Students oversees Student Development and Services, represents students in University planning and policy, and holds responsibility for student conduct.

Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities

Review this policy if you unsure of our community's conduct expectations for students.
 

Student Organization Policy

Review this policy if you are involved in a student organization.

Student Sexual Violence Response Policy

Review this policy if you have witnessed or experienced any form of sexual harassment, violence, or misconduct.

Appealing a Conduct Decision

Please click the box above to review the process for appealing a conduct decision made by the AVPS. Appeals should be emailed to nascac@nipissingu.ca.

Respectful Workplace and Learning Environments Policy

Review this policy if you have witnessed or experienced discrimination or harassment.

 

Submit a Complaint

Please click the button above to submit a complaint if you have experienced or witnessed behaviour that you believe violates one of these polices.

Accessibility Services

Ensures students receive the accommodations and support they need for equal access to education.

Student Learning and Transitions

Join workshops to build skills, make friends, grow as a leader, and plan your future.

International Student Support

Support and resources for international students.

Sexual Violence Prevention and Education

Resources to foster a safe campus through education and prevention efforts.

Mental Health & Wellbeing

Provides many pathways to mental and emotional wellbeing available to help students thrive. 
 

Other Student Services

Explore more student support services at Nipissing University that are not managed by the AVPS

Residence Life

Support and resources for
students living on or off campus.
 

Access and Belonging

Supports for students and a Care and Connect space.

 

 Action Against Gender Based Violence Committee (AAGBVC)

The AVP Students sits as a member on the Action Against Gender Based Violence Committee.

 

 Campus Student Mental Health

Committee (CSMHC)

The AVP Students sits as a member on the Campus Student Mental Health Committee.

 

 Connect with the AVP Students

The Assistant Vice-President, Students (AVPS) welcomes conversations that support and enhance the student experience at Nipissing University. Whether you’d like to share ideas, raise concerns that don’t fall under a specific service area, or discuss broader community matters, this is an opportunity to connect.

If you're a student seeking service or policy complaint support and aren't sure where to begin, please reach out to your Student Support Navigator who can help you find the right services.

As a student, you also have the ability to provide any feedback to your Nipissing University Student Union (NUSU) if a peer connection feels more accessible at this time. The AVP Students works closely with NUSU, and NUSU will bring anonymous student ideas and concerns to the AVP Students.

Book an Appointment ❯  Leave Anonymous Feedback ❯