FNUniv Welcomes Dr. Ramona Neckoway as Vice President, Academic

Press Release

January 8, 2026

The First Nations University of Canada welcomes Dr. Ramona Neckoway to the Executive team as Vice President, Academic, effective January 1, 2026.

Dr. Ramona Neckoway, a First Nation scholar from Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation in northern Manitoba, holds a PhD from the University of Manitoba. She has served in leadership roles, including Program Chair, Director, Associate Vice-President, and Vice-President (Indigenous Initiatives and Reconciliation). Dr. Neckoway is dedicated to Indigenous education and has led Indigenous language programming and revitalization initiatives. She also has extensive research and teaching experience.

Dr. Neckoway is strongly committed to Indigenous knowledge, ethical research, and collaborative leadership.

Dr. Neckoway will be located at the Regina Campus.

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