Nipissing University appoints Interim President

The Chair of the Nipissing University Board of Governors announced today the appointment of Vicky Paine-Mantha as Interim President and Vice-Chancellor.  The Chair further announced today that for personal reasons, Dr. Lesley Lovett-Doust tendered her resignation as President and Vice-Chancellor, effective February 17, 2012.
Paine-Mantha has been a member of the university community for 12 years.  For the last seven years, she has served as Vice-President, Finance, Administration and Strategic Capital Investments. Prior to this, was a member of the Board of Governors for five years.  She has previously worked as President and CEO of several private companies and as a Vice-President, Dean and Professor with Canadore College.  She holds an MBA and is a Chartered Accountant.

Paul Belanger, Chair of the Board, commented that “We look forward to proactively seeking the input of the Nipissing community as we identify a new President.  In the interim, we are confident that the university will continue to prosper under the guidance of Ms. Paine-Mantha and our talented leadership team.”

“I would like to thank Dr. Lovett-Doust for her three years of service,” continued Belanger.  “Under Dr. Lovett-Doust's leadership, Nipissing has realized significant accomplishments including the construction and opening of the Harris Learning Library, the introduction of new programs and curriculum, the development of strong relationships with Aboriginal communities, and the $15 million benefaction of the Schulich School of Education.”