TRU Aboriginal Planning Priorities December 18, 2013 Nathan Matthew
University of Choice A Strategic Plan commitment to be: “The University of Choice for Aboriginal Students and First Nations”
Academic Plan TRU students will engage in local, global, and Aboriginal cultural understanding
Enrolment Recruitment Orientation SD73 Transition Day
Retention Research Research Chair, Aboriginal Maternal & Child Health Retention Communication – Website – Facebook Support services
Success Tutoring Mentorship TRU Start
Indigenization Ceremony Convocation Blessing Drum song Recognition of traditional territory Artwork Flags Faculty Handbook
Indigenization Events Aboriginal Awareness Week Reconciliation Day International Days Elders Lunch Aboriginal themed conferences Aboriginal Faculty, Administration members
Relevant Program Development Partnerships/Agreements with Aboriginal communities & organizations Community engagement Services Coordination Life Skills Transitions Counseling
Relevant Program Development Tutoring Elders Wellness Lunch Wednesdays Emergency funding
Relevant Program Development COURSES First Nations languages Economics Nursing Trades & Technology Indigenous Leadership (in progress) PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Relevant Program Development COMMUNITY BASED PROGRAMS Open Learning Centres Community-based programs
Strategic Directions Enrolment Retention Relationships/agreements Aboriginal faculty Sustainable funding
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