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Teachers open the door, but you must enter by yourself.
- Chinese proverb
Huntington University, located in the City of Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada, is a liberal arts university specializing in communication studies, ethics, gerontology, religious studies, and theology. We are an independent university with our own charter. We are also a federated university in partnership with Laurentian University, Thorneloe University and University of Sudbury. Our programs and residence reflect our commitment to education, community, service and quality.
February 1, 2010. Teaching Opportunity in Communication Studies
Huntington University has recently posted a position to develop an Envision course in the area of Communication Studies. For more information, please visit the department's homepage.
January 20, 2010. Bereavement Announcement.
With great sadness, Huntington University announces the passing of a dear friend and alumnus, Dr. Robert Sales on January 8, 2010. He was 49. A memorial service will be held in his honour at Huntington University this evening. In lieu of flowers, the family is receiving donations to the Dr. Robert J. Sales Scholarship at Huntington University, 935 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury, Ontario, P3E 2C6.
January 15, 2010. One-year Contract in Religious Studies.
The department of Religious Studies invites applications for a one-year limited contract position in Religious Studies at the rank of Assistant Professor. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2010. Please click here for more details.
December 14, 2009. Gerontololgy Department Receives Grant.
Huntington University Gerontology professors Birgit Pianosi and Lorraine Mercer have been observing the audio trend in and outside of their classrooms and it is this observation that led to a grant from the Canadian Association for University Continuing Education.
Dr. Kevin McCormick President of Huntington University congratulates Dr. Pianosi and Professor Mercer on their outstanding work and commends the Canadian Association for University Continuing Education for providing such opportunities. He adds: "the increased use of continuing education access and delivery is a key focus of our academic efforts at Huntington University, enlarging the scope and quality of educational opportunities for both faculty and students."
Starting in 2010, the Gerontology department will use their funding to evaluate students’ perceptions of and experiences with audio learning guides in Gerontology courses offered through continuing education.
For more information, please contact Dr. Birgit Pianosi, Chair of the Gerontology Department at bpianosi@huntingtonu.ca or Professor Lorraine Mercer at lmercer@huntingtonu.ca.
October 26, 2009. Brian Tamblyn, President of Georgian College Receives Degree from Huntington.
Brian Tamblyn, the visionary leader of Georgian College in Barrie will receive an Honourary Degree of Sacred Letters from Huntington University this fall. "To achieve excellence requires tremendous dedication and perseverance," says Dr. McCormick, President of Huntington University, adding that "Huntington is proud to bestow its highest honour upon Mr. Tamblyn."
September 14, 2009. New Courses for Students in Communication Studies!
The department is pleased to offer three new 4th year level courses for students in Communication Studies starting this fall. The offering of these new 4th year level courses means that students are being given more choices to complete their degree in the way that they wish. To learn more, please contact Dr. Janis Goldie: jgoldie@laurentian.ca.
July 13, 2009. Department Chairs
Please note that effective July 1, 2009, the department chairs at Huntington University are as follows:
Dr. Janis Goldie, Chair of Communication Studies. Dr. Goldie can be reached at (705) 673-4126, ext. 213 or at jgoldie@laurentian.ca
Alison Hood, Chair of Religious Studies. Professor Hood can be reached at (705) 673-4126, ext. 212 or at ahood@laurentian.ca
Dr. Birgit Pianosi, Chair of Gerontology. Dr. Pianosi can be reached at (705) 673-4126, ext. 206 or at bpianosi@laurentian.ca
July 6, 2009. Huntington University Appoints Head Librarian.
It is with great pleasure that Huntington University announces that Natasha Gerolami has been appointed as the head librarian of the J.W. Tate Library. In addition to serving as head librarian, Ms. Gerolami will hold a faculty appointment in the department of Communication Studies at Huntington University. She will commence both roles as of July 2009. To read more, please click here.
May 10, 2009. Huntington University Staff Appointment.
The Huntington University community is delighted to announce the appointment of its newest staff member, Lori Lascelle. Since joining Huntington in her role as the university's bookkeeper, Lori has already accomplished a great number of efficiencies, complimenting Huntington University's mission, vision and values.
Speaking to Lori's wonderful work ethic, Jim Young Chair of the Huntington University Board of Regents says that her eagerness, energy and enthusiasm, allied with her sound business sense and excellent people skills prove that she will be successful in her role.
Chair Young adds: "I am pleased to welcome Lori Lascelle to the Huntington community. We continue to search for outstanding talent, like Lori, that will ensure that we at Huntington achieve important goals in higher education and fulfill our commitments to the community."
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