Dr. Rick Anderson

Interim President & CEO, Six Nations Polytechnic

Dr. Richard (Rick) Anderson, Tuscarora Nation, Eel Clan, is the Interim President & CEO of Six Nations Polytechnic, serving in the role since January 2026.

Rick is a member of Six Nations of the Grand River and has extensive experience in higher education leadership and administration. Prior to accepting the role of Interim President & CEO, he served as Chief Operating Officer at Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP). Before joining SNP, Rick served as Vice President, Student Affairs at Niagara College and St. Lawrence College.

Rick completed his Ph.D. at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, where his research focused on the mission of Ontario Colleges and differentiation in higher education. He also holds a Master of Social Work with a specialization in Policy Analysis, along with two Bachelor of Arts degrees in Philosophy and Psychology.

As Interim President & CEO, Rick provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for Six Nations Polytechnic, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission to promote and preserve Indigenous knowledge and culture. He works closely with academic and community partners to advance institutional priorities, strengthen educational opportunities, and support learner success across secondary and post-secondary programs.