Rick is a graduate of Western University with a Major in History and a Teaching degree from the Schulich School of Education at Nipissing with teachables in History and French Second Language. Rick is a lifelong learner who enjoys embracing 21st Century skills in the classroom, presenting his knowledge regularly with colleagues at conferences and professional development sessions. Rick enjoys sports, travel and taking on new challenges, bringing his experience and knowledge into his teaching to help students use the library as a gateway to explore and discover their passions. @rvanpinx