Memorial Resolution: Jack Niven
Whereas, John “Jack” Niven received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Northeastern University, and
Whereas, Jack was employed at Northeastern University in Residence Life from 1973-2002 and as the Director of University Housing at Temple University from 2002-2005, and
Whereas, Jack oversaw the opening of Temple’s first residential classroom, and
Whereas, Jack assisted with the development of Temple’s Student Leadership Challenge to nurture responsible student leaders, and
Whereas, Jack passed away on December 5, 2005, and is greatly missed by students, staff, faculty, family, and alumni,
Now therefore be it resolved, that the American College Personnel Association honors his memory, his legacy, and remembers Jack Niven as a beloved member of the Association. We express our appreciation for his life, and remember his many contributions to residence life and the entire student affairs profession.