Claudette Commanda
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Claudette Commanda is a Canadian university professor, cultural advisor, indigenous rights activist, and an Algonquin Elder who was appointed the 15th Chancellor of the University of Ottawa, becoming the first indigenous person and fifth[lower-alpha 1] woman to serve in the role.[1][2][3]
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Claudette Commanda | |
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15th Chancellor of the University of Ottawa | |
Assumed office November 9, 2022 | |
President | Jacques Frémont |
Preceded by | Calin Rovinescu |
Personal details | |
Born | Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg, Quebec, Canada |
Relatives | William Commanda (grandfather) |
Alma mater | University of Ottawa |
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