Aboriginal Student Centre March 2008

University of Regina’s Aboriginal Student Centre Offers programming in the following core areas: z Student Success z Mentorship z Elder’s program z Community Outreach and Awareness

Student Success zThe Aboriginal Student Centre provides a link to access essential supports that enhance the educational experience for Aboriginal students on campus. zUR Voice Student Luncheon series zStudents are able to access various academic/personal development seminars weekly z Through the Aboriginal Career Centre access info on student employment and career planning information.

Kâspohtamâtotân Mentorship Program  Connects University students with high school students to provide them with insight into their post-secondary options. zProvide pre-admission counseling zCreate an awareness of the supports available both at the University and within the community to access that will support post-secondary studies.

Elder’s Programming zStudents, staff and faculty have access to Elder’s. zRediscovering the Path – the ASC hosts various Elder’s from across southern SK to come and share traditional teachings and knowledge.

Community Outreach and Awareness z Support Aboriginal Awareness Session – facilitate in partnership with HR dept –act as a liaison within the University to bridge the cultural gap. z Build partnerships with various First Nation and Metis organizations to bring an awareness of the activities of the ASC.  Partner with various external organizations that support and serve Aboriginal people within the community

Other ASC points zProvide an environment area for students, staff and visitors to socialize. z Aboriginal Student Association. z Host sharing/talking circles. z Assist students accessing avenues to regain cultural, traditional practises. zEmpowering students to act responsibly on their own behalf.

Some Key Areas to Success z “ Buy-in” from student population. z Understanding student demographics and issues. z Forming partnerships with University community and external stakeholders. z Creating role models for students and linking them to role models.

Aboriginal Student Centre  “One of the main goals of the Centre is to create a heightened awareness of the services and supports available to Aboriginal students and ensure they are able to reap the benefits of those services being offered, in supporting their academic success.”

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