(VIDEO) Former Police Chief Paul Cook named Chancellor at Nipissing University

Recently retired city police chief Paul Cook has been appointed Chancellor of Nipissing University.

He begins his four-year term on June 1, 2016.

Nipissing University President and Vice-Chancellor Dr Mike DeGagné (pictured right) says, “It is a pleasure to welcome Paul Cook as our new Chancellor. He is a proven leader, who possesses vision, honesty, and integrity as well as a demonstrated commitment to this community and region,” 

After a two year search by the Chancellor selection committee, Cook takes over the role as the titular head of Nipissing University and will confer all degrees to graduates at Convocation.

He succeeds Jon Dellandrea, in becoming the University’s 4th Chancellor.

Cook, meantime, says he’s deeply honoured to be named Chancellor.

“North Bay is my home and I’ve served this wonderful community for my entire life.  Nipissing University is a driving force in our community, an economic, cultural and social engine, making a tremendously positive impact.  Over the past 24 years since receiving its charter, Nipissing has grown and evolved into an outstanding institution with a global reputation, while always displaying a strong commitment to its home community.”

Cook goes on to say, “I look forward to working with the Board and Dr. DeGagné and his team as well as the fantastic faculty, staff and students who make Nipissing such a fine institution. The university is poised for even greater success and I am thrilled to play a role in its continued excellence.”