Nipissing University

Alumni

ALUMNI, STAFF, FACULTY

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Schedule of Events


With so much going on, do not forget the schedule of events, that will help you arrive on time for all the fun events.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Saturday Shuttle Service


Complementary shuttle service will be provided on Saturday to transport students to the Memorial Gardens for Lakers women’s and men’s double header hockey.

SHUTTLE BUS DETAILS

No Outside Drinks


No outside drinks at athletic games and the Memorial Gardens does not allow outside beverages in the building including water bottles and canteens.


Lakers Shop


If you're looking for the best assortment of Lakers gear and apparel, look no further than the Official Lakers Shop. Located in the RJS Athletic Centre, the Lakers Shop has merchandise for fans of all ages, so you can represent the Lakers in style. From hats, key chains to jackets and hoodies and everything in between, the Lakers Shop has everything you need to support the blue and green.


Get your official Lakers gear today!

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

When you capture your Homecoming memories use the hashtag #NUHomecoming to win prizes!

One lucky winner will receive a gift basket of Lakers alumni gear valued at over $300! 

  • Friday, November 18

    Homecoming Kick-off bonfire and luminary walk, in collaboration with the Office of Indigenous Initiatives

    • Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
    • Location: Campus fire-pit

    Women's Volleyball vs Lakehead

    • Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
    • Location: Robert J. Surtees Student Athletic Centre

    Men's Volleyball vs RMC

    • Time: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
    • Location: Robert J. Surtees Student Athletic Centre

    Alumni Awards

    • Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm
    • Location: Student Centre
  • Saturday, November 19

    Guided tours

    • Time: 11:00 am
    • Location: Main campus

    Kid Zone activities

    • Time: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    • Location: Memorial Gardens

    Open Skate

    • Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    • Location: Memorial Gardens

    Women’s Hockey vs TMU

    • Time: 2:30pm - 5:00pm
    • Location: Memorial Gardens

    Men’s Hockey vs Ontario Tech

    • Time: 5:00pm - 7:30pm
    • Location: Memorial Gardens

    An Evening with Dr. Scott Russell

    *Must register – open to everyone*

    • Dinner included with registration
    • Location: NUSU Student Centre
    • Time: 5:30pm - 9:00pm
    • 5:30pm – Cocktail Welcome 6:15pm – Dinner 
    • 7:15pm- 9:00pm – Fireside chat with Dr. Scott Russell and President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Kevin Wamsley
  • Sunday, November 20

    No Homecoming events planned. Stay tuned for more details!

  • Community Events

    Downtown Gallery Hop

    O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy

    • Sunday,  November 20, multiple times
    • Capitol Centre

    Santa Claus Parade

    • Sunday,  November 20
    • 12:00pm


AN EVENING WITH
DR. SCOTT RUSSELL

Join us for a conversation between Dr. Scott Russell and Nipissing University’s President and Vice Chancellor, Dr. Kevin B. Wamsley. Details Include:


Price: $50/Ticket - INCLUDES DINNER

Date: Saturday November 19th, 2022

Location: NUSU Student Centre

Time:

  • 5:30pm – Cocktail Welcome 
  • 6:15pm – Dinner 
  • 7:15pm- 9:00pm – Fireside chat with Dr. Scott Russell and President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Kevin Wamsley

A Canadian Screen Award and Gemini Award-winning broadcaster and acclaimed author, Scott Russell brings vast experience, passion and knowledge to his role as one of the hosts of CBC Sports' Road To The Olympic Games. A CBC Sports veteran of more than 25 years, Scott Russell has covered 15 Olympic Games. He has also covered Pan Am Games, Commonwealth Games, as well as FIFA World Cups!

LAKERS SHOP

If you're looking for the best assortment of Lakers gear and apparel, look no further than the Official Lakers Shop.

Located in the RJS Athletic Centre, the Lakers Shop has merchandise for fans of all ages, so you can represent the Lakers in style.

From hats, key chains to jackets and hoodies and everything in between, the Lakers Shop has everything you need to support the blue and green.

Get your official Lakers gear today!

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