A Fresh Presidential Perspective
Dr. Cathy Bruce – President & Vice-Chancellor
Peterborough Examiner | Insauga Durham 

Trent University’s new president and vice-chancellor Dr. Cathy Bruce is stepping into the role as Trent celebrates 60 years in Peterborough and 50 years in Durham. Guiding President Bruce’s vision for Trent are the responses she is hearing from the Trent community to her questions, ‘what is Trent at its best?’ and ‘how will it look and feel a decade from now?’ Sharing her vision for Trent’s future with the media, President Bruce says it will be anchored in the University’s enduring strengths: a shared commitment to students, a spirit of collaboration, and an unwavering drive for innovation.  

Advancing Indigenous Inclusion
Dr. Scott Henderson – Vice-President, Trent Durham GTA
Global News 

The addition of a Tipi and Medicine Garden expands Indigenous spaces and supports on campus and continues Trent University’s long-standing commitment to create a learning environment where Indigeneity is respected and recognized, says Dr. Scott Henderson, vice president and head of Trent Durham.   

Foremost Support for First Gen Students
Lawrence Lam – Associate Vice-President, Students
Toronto Star 

With over 15 years of postsecondary leadership, including seven at Trent, AVP of Students Lawrence Lam brings extensive expertise to matters of student affairs, residence life, and wellness. In the Toronto Star Insider’s Guide, AVP Lam says first generation students navigating the university transition first need to develop an appropriate set of expectations about university life, which ultimately enhances student efficacy.  

Election Protection
Dr. Cristine de Clercy - Jarislowsky Chair in Trust and Political Leadership
The Hill Times 

As Trent’s inaugural Jarislowsky Chair, Dr. Cristine de Clercy brings a wealth of research, teaching, and public engagement experience, helping to advance scholarship and community awareness in ethical politics, fiduciary responsibility, and democratic governance.  

As Canada’s political parties are at odds about what to do about election interference, Professor de Clercy weighs in on the role of the parties and Elections Canada in guarding against foreign influence.   

Climate Change Meets Community Resilience
Dr. Stephen Hill – Director, School of the Environment
Peterborough Examiner 

At a seniors rally urging the City of Peterborough to take climate change action, Dr. Stephen Hill, director of the Trent School of the Environment spoke about the often-overlooked links between climate issues and social justice concerns, such as aging, Indigenous reconciliation, poverty, and racism. 

Buddle in Bloom
Dr. Melanie Buddle – Principal, Peter Gzowski College  
Kawartha Now 

As Gzowski College celebrates its 20th anniversary, Principal Melanie Buddle reflects on more than two decades as a professional at Trent – and as a mother and active member of the Peterborough community.