Mayor Provenzano congratulates new Algoma University President

Monday, October 2, 2017

Today, Mayor Provenzano offered the following remarks regarding the appointment of Asima Vezina as Algoma University's new President and Vice-Chancellor.

"For many years, Algoma University has played a vital role in our community providing excellent learning and development opportunities. I congratulate Asima Vezina on her appointment as Algoma University's new President and Vice-Chancellor and welcome her leadership.

Asima's academic background is extensive and comes at an important time in the University's development. As a proven leader, her experience and passion for education will undoubtedly be an asset to the University and to our community. An accomplished and respected academic, I am confident that Asima will seize the opportunities ahead, charting a successful course for the future of Algoma University. I look forward to working with her supporting our community's growth as our relationship with Algoma University continues to deepen.

I would also like to offer sincere thanks and appreciation to Dr. Celia Ross for her commitment to Algoma University during her tenure as Acting President and Vice-Chancellor. With her leadership we have created a strong foundation of partnership, innovation and community connections that will continue to help lead Sault Ste. Marie into the future.

As a key post-secondary institution in our community, Algoma University has done an outstanding job of educating the next generation of leaders. I look forward to working with Algoma University under Asima's leadership and building on our shared successes for the betterment of our community."
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