Northern Routes
Celebrating 20 Years
When I joined NOSM University, I was drawn to its rich and unconventional history. Over the past few months, I have had the privilege of immersing myself in its unique culture connecting with the incredible people, communities, and organizations that champion our mission and vision. It’s been a remarkable journey for our learners, faculty, staff, and interest holders across Northern Ontario and I look forward to deepening my understanding as I continue to meet all those who have played a role in shaping this outstanding institution. As we approach the 20th anniversary of NOSM University—marking the day we opened our doors and w...
Read the latest edition of Northern Routes: Celebrating 20 YearsSeason’s Greetings, NOSM University!
As we approach the holidays and a well-deserved break across NOSM University, I am reflecting on my first month as President, Vice-Chancellor, Dean, and CEO. It has been a whirlwind of activity, but it has also been an incredibly rewarding and invigorating experience. Staff, faculty, learners, alumni, community partners, and donors: you have given me such a warm, authentic, and enthusiastic welcome back to Northern Ontario, and for that, I am deeply grateful. Since starting on November 1, I have been immersed in making connections and doing deep learning about every aspect of NOSM University and the values for which it stands. From en...
Read this special holiday edition of Northern Routes.Hello, NOSM University! Allow me to introduce myself.
My name is Dr. Michael Green, but most people call me Mike. It is my great honour to be back in the North, this time as President, Vice-Chancellor, Dean, and CEO of NOSM University. As you may already know, Northern Ontario holds a special place in my heart. I spent eight wonderful years as a family doctor in Moose Factory and Kashechewan, and I have seen firsthand how important NOSM University is to improving access to health care. There is no question in my mind that I am standing on the shoulders of giants. Over the last two decades, Dr. Sarita Verma and Founding Dean Emeritus Dr. Roger Strasser did monumental work building NOS...
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