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Celebrate 20 Years in the North at NOSM University’s Open House

Northern Ontario, you’re invited to celebrate two decades of impact at NOSM University’s 20th Anniversary Open House. Explore our campuses, connect with the community that built Canada’s first independent medical university, and look ahead to the next 20 years of innovation in the North. Date: Friday, November 21, 2025 Time: 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Locations: NOSM University in Thunder Bay, 955 Oliver Road NOSM University in Sudbury, 935 Ramsey Lake Road RSVP...

Meet Bobbi Derkson, a Site Administrative Coordinator Who Connects Learners to Community in Kenora

Site Administrative Coordinators (SACs) are vital to NOSM University, ensuring medical learners not only succeed during their placements, but thrive in the Northern communities where they learn. In Kenora, Bobbi Derkson is doing just that, and much more. A Kenora resident for over twenty years, Derkson is more than a site administrator. She’s a mentor, cultural guide, and community connector, with deep roots in both the community and the health-care world. “I make sure our students feel supported and welcome,” says Derkson. “My favourite part of my job is when a student rushes into my office, excited to share something new ...

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NOSM University announces Dr. Sujeenthar Tharmalingam as Assistant Dean, Research

NOSM University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Sujeenthar Tharmalingam as Assistant Dean, Research, effective October 20, 2025. An Associate Professor, Dr. Tharmalingam has made significant contributions to advancing molecular biology and mentoring learners at NOSM University. In this new role, he will lead initiatives that strengthen the University’s research environment and support innovative discoveries across Northern Ontario. “I am honoured to take on the role of Assistant Dean, Research at NOSM University,” says Dr. Tharmalingam. “Research plays a vital role in improving health outcomes in Northern Ontario...