Northern Routes
Summer joy in Northern Ontario—and my top ten for summer
Summer is here! While we enjoy the many splendors of Northern Ontario this time of the year, I am also taking a moment to breathe and reflect. As you may have heard by now, I will stay on with NOSM University until October 31, 2024, and then Dr. Michael Green will take over as the next President, Vice-Chancellor, Dean, and CEO of NOSM University. I have known Mike for decades, and I can honestly say I am delighted by his appointment. He will do a terrific job of representing the North, NOSM University, and the community of higher education in academic medicine. I hope you will all welcome Mike in November with the same warmth and gen...
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It’s May, the merry month of May! It is time to celebrate NOSM University.
Finally, spring has sprung. With it comes a sense of renewal, a hope for the future, and a sense of rebirth. Spring brings celebrations of our achievements, of our graduates, and of our contributions to the physician workforce in Northern Ontario. April 1, 2024, marks the second anniversary of the proclamation of our becoming an independent medical university, the only one of its kind in Canada. Look at the trail we have blazed in two short years! A new Board of Governors, new Senate, new Chancellor, new Provost, 100% fully accredited education programs, unprecedented expansion, and financial stability. As well, a solid footing in labo...
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Gratitude, Change—and Filling Up Bowls
Spring is in the air, and so is change! Foremost, I want to extend my sincere and heartfelt thanks to our leadership, staff, faculty, and learners. I suspect I do not acknowledge you enough. Acknowledging team members for their dedication and work is not just a nicety: it's a fundamental aspect of effective leadership and team dynamics. When team members feel recognized and appreciated for their contributions, it fosters a positive work environment, boosts morale, and enhances overall productivity and engagement. I am incredibly proud of NOSM University’s leadership—VPs, Vice-Deans, Associate and Assistant Deans, Directors, Man...
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