I have been doing a lot of "lasts" lately.  My last visit to Nipissing University, my last meal at Twigg's, my last Lake Nipissing sunset, and all that... Well, the reason for that is that today is my last day of work at the museum, and in fact my last day in North Bay - though I have to add the caveat "for now".  I fully intend to return to my adopted home city, and even while I am away, I plan to contribute to the museum in any way possible.

So, this is not "Kyle's Last Blog Post."  Just my last as a local correspondent.  Jokingly, I have been promoted to "Foreign Correspondent", and intend to resume my position as a Blogger from my new country, the United Kingdom. 

Keep your eyes open for these new international posts!

In the meantime, just because today was my last day doesn't mean that it was a slack day... In fact, we managed to accomplish a lot here... See the posts below for more details!

FInally!  After years of being a student at Nipissing, I got to see the groundbreaking ceremony for our new Library!  It was nice to be able to do this in my capacity as a museum employee, as there is already a strong community connection between Nipissing University, Canadore College, and @discoverynorthbay.

In the picture here you can see the ceremonial groundbreaking taking place, with our local Member of Provincial Parliament, Monique Smith, taking the place of pride at the centre.  With her are former Nipissing President Dennis Mock, current President Lesley Lovett-Doust, and Canadore College President Barbara Taylor. 

This was my last visit to the Nipissing campus for quite some time - I was sad to walk away from so many wonderful friends, but I am very proud to have learned so much at this institution. 

You can read more about research memberships for student by following this link!

I asked Mayor Vic and Monique Smith for a quick photo before we left.

Posted by: Kyle