Nipissing in the News Roundup (June 8 to June 21, 2024)

Nipissing In the News Roundup

Whether it’s providing expert commentary, leading groundbreaking research, or making a difference in the community, our students, faculty, staff and alumni are making headlines.

Check out the top headlines from June 8 to June 21, 2024:

Community Builders Awards: This year’s Young Leader award winner has the drive to help others |  North Bay News

(June 8)

Local high school student and future Laker wins local award.

Wildfire arsenic release study is an ‘alarm bell,’ says author | Cabin Radio

(June 10)

Dr. Colin McCarter, co-author of the wildfire arsenic release study, weighs in on the data of the recently published article.

Wednesday in Broadcast History - June 12th | Puget Sound Radio

(June 12)

June 12 marked the 10th anniversary for Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson of Rush, having received Nipissing University honorary doctorates.

Celebrating Excellence - Nipissing University Chancellor's Awards Honour Outstanding Faculty Achievements in Research, Teaching, and Service | Educations News Canada

(June 17)

Nipissing University announces 2024 Chancellor’s Award recipients.

Sudbury research project aims to restore damaged peatlands, boost climate change fight | Daily Guardian

(June 17)

Nipissing University’s greenhouse plays co-host to a 1.5 million dollar research project aimed at fighting climate change.



Wilson-Raybould receives Honourary Doctor of Letters | Anishinabek News

(June 18)

The Honorable Jody Wilson-Raybould walks the convocation stage along with four other amazing recipients in Nipissing University’s recent ceremonies; sharing wisdom and inspiration with the class of 2024.

Academic community members recognized for outstanding work by OCUFA Awards of Distinction | OCUFA

(June 18)

Nipissing professor Dr. Gyllian Phillips receives the Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations Award of Service.

Over $2.6 million to support nursing and paramedic students | Sault Star

(June 19)

The provincial government directs $261,131 to Nipissing University’s Bachelor of Science Nursing program through the Ontario Learn and Stay Grant.



Sold out event sees panelist of celebrities at Nipissing University | Sudbury Star

(June 19)

Nipissing University’s inaugural gala event marks the celebration of an eight-month fundraising campaign for the Student Support Fund.



Researchers helping area students move more and sit less | My North Bay Now

(June 20)

Nipissing faculty, Drs. Barbi Law and Brenda Bruner, launch a research study with the Near North District School Board to create initiatives for young students to incorporate more movement and physical activity in their daily routines.

 

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