NWPeople: The Faces of Northwestern Polytechnic
Welcome to NWPeople, where we celebrate the power of human connection. We are incredibly proud to showcase the diverse and talented individuals that set Northwestern Polytechnic apart.
From faculty and staff to students, alumni and our valued donors, we aim to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders.
Read on to learn about NWPeople who have turned a pivotal life moment into a fulfilling career or academic journey. Get ready to be inspired and motivated to pursue your own path at NWP!
Elder Theresa Gladue: An Inspiring NWP Presence
Elder Theresa Gladue, is an inspiring presence at NWP. As the polytechnic’s Elder in Residence, she shares her Indigenous knowledge, while providing cultural guidance and support to our learning community. ...
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Kim Richardson: Growth and Dedication
Kim Richardson, Associate Dean of Student Life at Northwestern Polytechnic (NWP), longtime advocate for students, and dedicated Wolfpack member, has a story with many meaningful chapters.With a career spanning ...
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Rachel Beinert: From Homeschool to Hospital
Meet Rachel Beinert, a fourth-year nursing student at Northwestern Polytechnic, whose journey to the field of nursing is as unique as it is inspiring. Rachel didn't always know she wanted to be a nurse. She was raised...
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Zeyha Named ACAC All-Conference Athlete & WVB Rookie of the Year
NWP and the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) are pleased to announce Evangeline Zeyha, Wolves first-year athlete as the 2023-24 ACAC North Women’s Volleyball Rookie of the Year and welcome her to the ACAC...
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Jerrell Agunias: Continuous Learning
Jerrell Agunias, a third-year student in Northwestern Polytechnic’s Bachelor of Business Administration program, is not your average student. He is a continuous learner who also happens to be the Capital Planning an...
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Luke Umble: Sharing Compassionate Care
Luke Umble, Chair of the Emergency Services Department at Northwestern Polytechnic, is a passionate advocate for patient care and the professional development of paramedics. His journey into the field of emergency med...
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Dr. Anna Lapointe: Prescription for Literary Success
Dr. Anna Lapointe wanted to be a doctor when she was in high school. That’s what smart girls from small towns were supposed to do. One morning during her 45-minute commute to the University of Saskatchew...
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Corrine Shmyruk: A Legacy of Learning
For the past eight years, Corrine Shmyruk has been the principal at Parkside Montessori, a school known for its student-centered approach to education. Corrine was born and raised in Fairview and her ties to Northwest...
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Eden Murray-Black: Lighting Up the Learning Commons
Eden Murray-Black has dedicated more than 26 years to Northwestern Polytechnic. She has many stories, all collected during her career as Library Technician in the Learning Commons. Her journey began when s...
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Tracy King: Becoming a Vocal Advocate
Tracy King, a nursing instructor at Northwestern Polytechnic, isn’t just an educator, she is a beacon of inspiration for her students. Her personal and academic experiences, along with her dedication are playing a p...
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Katalin Ormay: Lifelong Love for Learning
Katalin Ormay, a Library Technician at Northwestern Polytechnic, grew up in a small town in Hungary. From a young age, Katalin had a deep fascination with rocks and the natural world and was always curious and ambitio...
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Building Success on the Metrics that Matter
When you think of a successful business owner and leader, you expect them to be ambitious, comfortable with risk, and highly attuned to the market. Eunice Friesen, this year’s recipient of the Board of Governor...
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