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Nipissing University launches new video series promoting Indigenous knowledge sharing
Indigenous InitiativesNipissing University is pleased to announce the launch of a new video series focused on Indigenous knowledge sharing. The six-video series, titled “Visiting with Anishnaabe and Cree Knowledge Holders”, features knowledge holders from across the region and was produced in support of Nipissing University’s Summer Indigenous Institute, a transition program for Indigenous students entering university. -
Nipissing University creates new Indigenous student awards with $75,000 CIBC donation
Student AwardsIndigenous InitiativesNorth Bay, ON – Nipissing University has created new student awards for Indigenous students made possible by a $75,000 donation from CIBC over three years. The President’s Indigenous Achievement Awards will provide up to eight students with bursaries of up to $5,000 in financial support each year. -
Nipissing University and Kenjgewin Teg partner to offer Indigenous Classroom Assistant Diploma Program
Indigenous InitiativesSchulich School of EducationA new partnership between Nipissing University and Kenjgewin Teg has been formed to offer joint delivery of the Indigenous Classroom Assistant Diploma Program (ICADP), a program designed to support the success of Indigenous children in both First Nation and Ontario provincial schools. -
Nipissing community shows support for Orange Shirt Day
My NipissingIndigenous InitiativesNipissing University staff, faculty and students donned their orange shirts on September 30 to honour and commemorate the survivors of Canada's residential school system and their families. -
Learn more about treaties during Treaties Recognition Week
Indigenous InitiativesAs part of Treaties Recognition Week, Nipissing University and the Anishnabek Nation invite you to attend an information session to learn more about treaties and the treaty relationships that affect First Nations. -
NU to mark Orange Shirt Day
Indigenous InitiativesOn Thursday, September 27, Nipissing University’s community is invited to come together to acknowledge Orange Shirt Day. -
New video discusses working in relationship with Indigenous Communities
Indigenous InitiativesRecently a group of Indigenous and non-Indigenous allied scholars, mentored graduate students, Elder-in-Residence, and community partners met in circle at Nipissing University to share knowledge, advice, and best practices for working with Indigenous communities in a good way. -
Biidaabban - Welcome to Community event provides tours for new Indigenous students
Indigenous InitiativesNipissing’s Office of Indigenous Initiatives is inviting Indigenous students new to Nipissing University and Canadore College, as well as their children, parents, caregivers and family members, to a free family fun two-day tour of the campus and community. The event is an opportunity for Indigenous students to discover what the community has to offer and have fun with their family, while helping to prepare them for the newest chapter in their educational journey. -
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at Nipissing
Indigenous InitiativesThursday, June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day; Nipissing University’s Office of Indigenous Initiatives is hosting a celebration at the campus courtyard teepee and everyone is invited. -
Nipissing grad selected for MAMO Artist Residency
Fine Arts/Performing ArtsIndigenous InitiativesMy NipissingNipissing Fine Arts graduate Gerald McComb, BFA’17, has been working as a guest artist as part of the new MAMO – Indigenous Artist Residency Program.
