Meet Student Leader Samuel Levac

Nipissing University is pleased to have recognized Samuel Levac from North Bay with the Dave Marshall Leadership Award, one of it's most prestigious accolades. 

Annually, 25 full-time students are recognized with a Dave Marshall Leadership Award. These students have made an outstanding extracurricular contribution to their academic program, to the campus, or to the greater community. They have demonstrated leadership, initiative, commitment, and an ability to motivate and influence others toward the betterment of Nipissing University.

This award is a prestigious, non-monetary award in recognition of the dedication and leadership Dr. Dave Marshall demonstrated during his 18 years of consecutive service as the Dean of Education and President and Vice Chancellor of Nipissing University. Dr. Marshall’s tenure at Nipissing University is a reflection of his commitment to higher education, vision for the future, and leadership in external community service. These were all characteristics reflective of Dr. Marshall’s position at Nipissing University and are qualities embodied in the students chosen for this award.

Samuel is working towards a Bachelor of Education in the Junior/Intermediate Divisions with a Physical Education Teachable.

Samuel has demonstrated his community leadership through his three years of experience as a volunteer coach for North Bay Spartan’s Basketball. In this role, Samuel coached the 3 on 3 program and 2 rep teams per season while completing his degree program. He also volunteered his time to run a summer program for serious basketball athletes to continue to work on skills and strength. His positive influence has contributed to the success of many local athletes.

Samuel is an amazing coach who, because of his even temperament, great personality, and knowledge of the sport, has the ability to connect with young athletes and push them to achieve (or want to achieve) their potential. Samuel has gone above and beyond to support families in need. Rep sports typically come with a cost, and not all athletes can afford the fees. Believing in the importance of equal access to sports programs, Samuel helped families through the paperwork required to apply for funding so that children who ordinarily could not afford to participate were able to join the team.

Samuel is a thoughtful, empathic coach and individual. In the future, he hopes to become a teacher who inspires students to become confident in whatever they would like to do in their futures. In his spare time, Samuel intends to continue volunteering in the North Bay sports community to pay forward what his previous mentors and coaches have done for him.

The university community congratulates Samuel on his Dave Marshall Leadership Award in the Community Category.