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The culmination of years of creativity, exploration, and artistic growth will be on full display as Nipissing University’s Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) graduating class presents its final thesis exhibition at The Capitol Centre’s WKP Kennedy Gallery. Running from March 21 to April 4, 2025, this highly anticipated showcase will highlight the diverse and innovative work of emerging artists from the program.

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. 

The 2025 Undergraduate Research Conference (UGRC) at Nipissing University had the campus buzzing with community members and visitors this weekend. The annual event, part of Nipissing University’s Research Month celebrations, showcased the remarkable academic talent of over 90 undergraduate students.

Nipissing University’s annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition took place on April 1, 2025, featuring graduate students presenting their research in a dynamic, three-minute format using a single slide. The event provided a platform for students to communicate their complex research to a broad audience, helping develop their skills in public speaking and research communication.

Dr. Glen Sharpe's connection with Nipissing University began serendipitously in the mid-90s when he stopped at the campus while driving from Thunder Bay to Bramalea, Ontario. Curious about the university, he entered the education office, where he was greeted with warmth and friendliness. That visit left a lasting impression, so when it came time to pursue a Master’s degree in Education, Nipissing was his first choice.

Last month approximately 50 Nipissing University students gathered in the small cafeteria for an event focused on mental health, connection, and support. The event began with a self-serve taco bar, and event MC, Alexander Domingos, welcoming everyone and setting the stage for an afternoon of food, conversation, and inspiration.

For Nipissing alumni and siblings Margarida Shail and Paulo Carvalho, running has always been a part of their lives; a way to challenge themselves, stay connected, and push personal limits. But in 2024, their passion for the sport led to something even bigger: a Guinness World Record.

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. 

In honour of Earth Day, Nipissing University faculty and staff stepped outside on April 22 to roll up their sleeves and give back to the environment during the Clean Up, Green Up, Together for a Better Campus event. With support from Clean, Green, Beautiful North Bay (CGB), the afternoon event brought together employees from across campus to help tidy and beautify Nipissing’s outdoor spaces.

On Thursday afternoon, Nipissing University’s Small Cafeteria was filled with warmth, conversation, and heartfelt appreciation as the Alumni & Advancement Team hosted Celebrating Generosity: In Appreciation of Staff & Faculty. This informal yet meaningful gathering offered colleagues the chance to come together, share in light refreshments, and reflect on the deep-rooted culture of giving that shapes our campus community.

On March 19, Business student Kyle Labron and Interim Dean of the Faculty of Education and Professional Studies, Dr. Graydon Raymer, shared roles for a day. The initiative gave Kyle a rare behind-the-scenes look at university operations while offering Dr. Raymer an opportunity to gain a student perspective on academic experiences and challenges.

On April 2, Nipissing University English student Priya Seeraj-Turingia and Dean of Arts & Science, Dr. Nathan Colborne, traded perspectives as part of the Dean for a Day initiative, an experience that offered each of them a deeper understanding of the other’s role in the University.