Algoma University
Algoma University, commonly shortened to Algoma U, is a Canadian public university in the province of Ontario, with campuses in Brampton, Sault Ste. Marie, and Timmins. Algoma U offers bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and graduate certificate programs in liberal arts, sciences and professional disciplines.
| Type | Public |
|---|---|
| Established | 1965 |
Academic affiliations | COU, Universities Canada |
| Chancellor | Mario Turco |
| President | Asima Vezina |
| Location | , Canada |
| Colours | Red, Grey, Gold, Light Green |
| Nickname | Thunderbirds |
| Mascot | Boomer the Thunderbolt |
| Website | algomau |
Algoma University has a Special Mission to cultivate cross-cultural learning between Indigenous populations and other communities. Algoma U is a teaching-focused and student-centred post-secondary institution, specializing in liberal arts, sciences, management and professional degree programs.
From its founding in 1965 until June 18, 2008, Algoma U was an affiliated college of Laurentian University in Sudbury and was officially known as Algoma University College. The enabling legislation is the Algoma University Act, 2008.