The Honourable Robert D. Nicholson ‘77

Windsor holds a special place in Canada’s Minister of Justice Rob Nicholson’s heart. When asked about his Windsor Law days, Minister Nicholson said, “I have nothing but the best of memories from my time at the University of Windsor. I am forever grateful for that day in late April 1974, when I was accepted. It took me only a moment to accept and it was one of the best decisions of my life. The time I spent obtaining a first-class education from Windsor Law were three of the greatest years of my life. I had the opportunity live in Electa Hall. The residence was great and the professors at the Law School could not have been more helpful. I am also a big fan of the City of Windsor. I loved its restaurants, the entertainment, and its proximity to Detroit. I will be forever grateful for the opportunities presented by the Law School at the University of Windsor.”

Windsor Law is proud to count Rob Nicholson ’77 among its alumni ranks. In 2007, he was appointed Canada’s Minister of Justice and Attorney General. First elected to Parliament as the representative from Niagara Falls in 1984, he was re-elected in 1998, 2004, 2006, 2008 and 2011. He has significant federal experience, illustrated by his appointments as Minister for Science and Minister responsible for Small Business in the Kim Campbell government. As well, he was Parliamentary Secretary to the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons from 1989 to 1990 and Parliamentary Secretary to the Attorney General from 1989 to 1993.

Prior to attending Windsor Law’s first year class in 1974, he received a Bachelor of Arts from Queens University.