Alumni and Advancement

Alumni and Advancement

Alumni

One of the goals of Alumni Relations, with the support of the Nipissing University Alumni Advisory Board, is to make it easy for graduates to stay in touch with the university and fellow alumni. We regularly organize activities and events, which range from special interest activities, Alumni Awards and Homecoming. We would love to catch up with you at one of our alumni events or receptions.

Advancement

Our Advancement Department actively engages with alumni, volunteers, community, and friends of the university in support of Nipissing University's priorities. The Department leads and coordinates alumni and fundraising efforts across the institution to strengthen Nipissing's reputation as a dynamic, learner-centred university with an exceptional student experience.

What We Do

Nipissing University's Advancement Department actively engages with alumni, volunteers, community, and friends of the university in support of Nipissing University's priorities. The Department leads and coordinates alumni and fundraising efforts across the institution to strengthen Nipissing's reputation as a dynamic, learner-centred university with an exceptional student experience.

At Nipissing, we are committed to providing a personalized and supportive learning environment that enables our students, graduates and faculty to strive for excellence, realize their potential, and make a positive impact locally, nationally and internationally. To do this, we need to expand and modernize our existing facilities, invest in innovative research, establish new academic posts, and most importantly, support our students. Each gift we receive—big or small—has the power to make a difference.

Who We Are

We aspire to inspire; meet our team of passionate advancement professionals!

Advancement Team

Administration

Staff

Frequently Asked Questions

These are some common questions we often get asked:

What kind of fundraising support can be requested?

Fundraising suitable for Nipissing University must demonstrate some benefit to the student experience, a particular department, or the University as a whole. As Nipissing is a registered charity, the Advancement department manages all fundraising at the university and issues charitable tax receipts for all contributions. Therefore, approved fundraising initiatives must demonstrate the aforementioned qualities to qualify for charitable receipts in order to be compliant with the Canada Revenue Agency.  Initiatives designed to directly benefit one student, faculty, or staff, are not suitable for Nipissing University fundraising.

Who can fundraise at Nipissing?

Any member of the Nipissing community can fundraise but must review the project for approval with their department administration to be vetted for Advancement consideration. The decision to approve the project remains with University senior administration for Advancement implementation.

Who decides which projects are prioritized by Advancement?

All University fundraising priorities are approved by the senior administrative team based on alignment with university strategic initiatives, fundraising priorities and policies, existing fundraising initiatives, and expected fundability. Once approved, the Advancement leadership team will coordinate efforts to fundraise for the project.  

University faculty or staff who are interested in starting a fundraising initiative should bring their idea to their department administration for review and approval.

How can I help a Nipissing fundraising project succeed?

Fundraising requires time, effort, communication, and consistency. Here are some tips to increase the success of a fundraising initiative: 

  • A good story and sense of urgency. It isn’t enough to just ask people to give, donors need to understand why their giving matters and how their donation will create positive change in the lives of a student.
  • A goal.
  • Fundraising has a higher success rate when someone is dedicated to promoting the initiative. Choose a champion who is willing to dedicate the time, has a community network of supporters and represents the project well.
  • Sharing regular social media posts with relevant pictures, updates on fundraising goals, and stories on how donations have made a difference will increase the likelihood of more contributions to the fund.
  • Give. Making your own personal gift makes it easier to ask others for a donation.

Still have questions? Get in touch with us!

Policies, Procedures and Forms

Faculty and Staff Giving

Staff and faculty at Nipissing University support students with everything that we do.

Request Advancement Support

Projects suitable for Giving to Nipissing University have to demonstrate some benefit to the student experience, a particular faculty or the University as a whole.

Request to Fundraise

This form must be completed prior to soliciting any funds on behalf of Nipissing University.

Gift Acceptance Policy

A policy for the acceptance of gifts by Nipissing University.

Naming of Campus Assets Policy

A policy for the philanthropic, honorific or functional naming or renaming of Nipissing University physical assets, academic entities and awards.

Contributions Policy & Procedures for Faculty & Staff

A policy and related procedures for the solicitation and acceptance of financial contributions to Nipissing University to be adhered to by all faculty, staff, management, departments, faculties and divisions.