Monthly Newsletter
December 2024 | Issue 11
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Annual Elders Christmas Dinner brings the Holiday Spirit to the Regina Campus
What started as a small Christmas dinner in honour of the Regina Campus Elders many years ago has now flourished into the annual Elders Christmas Dinner, welcoming everyone from the community to come and enjoy a Christmas meal with the FNUniv Elders office, senior management, faculty, staff, and children of the pamināwasowin Child Care Centre.
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"Fill the Tipi" Campaign Brings Holiday Joy to FNUniv
The FNUniv Elders Office at the Regina Campus hosted the "Fill the Tipi" campaign, inviting staff, faculty, and Senior Management to donate gifts for the Annual Elders Christmas Dinner on December 18, 2024.
A campus tipi symbolized the generosity, and Santa Claus distributed the gifts during the festive event. This initiative highlighted FNUniv’s commitment to community, kindness, and holiday traditions.
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FNUniv's Regina Campus Social Committee Hosts Annual Christmas Craft Sale
On December 2nd and 3rd, FNUniv’s Regina Campus Social Commitee nhosted its Annual Christmas Craft Sale, featuring 25 talented Indigenous crafters and artisans. The event highlighted unique handmade creations, including jewelry, beadwork, apparel, and holiday décor. Attendees enjoyed the festive atmosphere while supporting local artists and celebrating Indigenous creativity and craftsmanship.
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Photo Credit: pamināwasowin Child Care Centre, 2024 |
Children of the pamināwasowin Child Care Centre Celebrate the Holidays with Annual Christmas Party
The children of the pamināwasowin Child Care Centre delighted parents and families with a heartwarming concert of Christmas songs during the Elders Christmas Dinner.
After their performance, the festive celebrations continued with a joyful Christmas party featuring cookie and ornament decorating, crafts, hot chocolate, a special visit from Santa, and a delicious luncheon.
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Photo Credit: pamināwasowin Child Care Centre, 2024 |
A Night of Connection at pamināwasowin Child Care Centre: Parent Meet & Greet Success!
The October Parent Meet & Greet at the pamināwasowin Child Care Centre was a heartwarming evening of community building. Families and staff connected through shared experiences, engaging activities, and lively conversations, fostering stronger relationships and celebrating a shared commitment to the children’s well-being.
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Northern Campus Gears Up for the Holidays
The Northern Campus is filled with holiday cheer, featuring festive display cases and a beautifully decorated Christmas tree. Student Ambassador Miranda Parenteau (pictured) created this year’s displays, spreading joy and warmth across the campus.
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Photo credit: Breanna Desnomie, 2024 |
INSW Regina Campus Students Held a Coat & Blanket Drive
Students from the Indigenous Social Work program at the Regina Campus ventured out with all the donations received for the INSW students. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed! They distributed tents, ski pants, blankets, toques, mittens, pants, winter jackets, sweaters, and coats. Additionally, they shared soup, bannock, homemade cookies, Christmas oranges, and a large jug of hot chocolate.
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Photo credit: FNUniv Comms, 2024 |
TASATÁWEYAT – INA 400 Final Exhibition
Adam Martin’s Bachelor of Fine Arts Final Exhibition, TASATÁWEYAT: Explorations of Indigeneity Through Relationships With Family, Place, and Community, is now on display in the east wing of the FNUniv Regina Campus main floor. Visit before the end of Fall 2024 to experience this compelling exploration of identity and cultural perspective.
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Saskatoon Campus Celebrates the Holiday Season with their Handmade Holiday Event! | On December 3rd, the Saskatoon Campus Student Association held a Handmade Holiday event, welcoming students, their families, and the FNUniv community. Attendees enjoyed a festive meal, crafted holiday decorations, and had the chance to meet a special guest who stopped by for photos! | Photo credit: Saskatoon Campus, | | |
Meet FNUniv Research Assistants of the Indigenous Knowledge & Science Program
Two former students, Nathaniel Cook and Vanshita Agarwalof, of Dr. Sardarli, worked as Research Assistants for a recent project entitled “Numerical Systems Used by Indigenous People in Various Countries”, completed by Dr. Arzu Sardarli. Dr. Sardarli's project was supported by the UR2 Fellows Program of the University of Regina and conducted in 2023-2024. Within the program, he developed supplementary materials for his introductory mathematics courses.
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Photo credit: Cornerstone Photography, 2024 | Photo credit: V. Agarwal, 2024 | | |
Photo Credit: FNUniv Libraries, | Photo Credit: FNUniv Libraries, 2024 | |
November Book Draw Winners!
Congratulations to the winners of our FNUniv Libraries Book Draw: Charmaine Sexon (Regina Campus), Tina Ruszkowski (Northern Campus), Jacqueline Hale (Saskatoon Campus), and Shianne Janvier (Saskatoon Campus).
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Recent Mentions Across Media Outlets | |
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SK-NEIHR 2024 First Nations and Métis Research Engagement Day - Nation Talk, December 2, 2024
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FNUniv Honours the Recipients of the 2023 Long Service Awards - Nation Talk, December 2, 2024
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Investigative journalist 'surprised as anyone' her reporting led to cabinet resignation - APTN National News, December 3, 2024
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Auditor general to probe Indigenous procurement over concerns of 'front' companies - Global News, December 4, 2024
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Opinion: Sask. needs penalties to ensure public information access - Saskatoon Star Phoenix, December 6, 2024
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University of Regina no longer offers BA Program for degree in linguistics - CBC News, December 10, 2024
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Save the Date for First Nations University of Canada's Spring Celebration Powwow - Nation Talk, December 12, 2024
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FNUniv Launches Online Store, Offering Branded Merchandise for Students, Alumni, and Community - Nation Talk, December 16, 2024
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Catch The Nelson Bird Show live every Wednesday morning at 9 AM on CFNU Radio: The Stream. If you miss the live broadcast, you can listen to replay episodes online.
Don't forget to tune in to waná (Let's Go), a daily CFNU live show, where you'll get the latest news and updates on events for FNUniv students. The show airs every day from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
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Regina Campus
Counsellor: Jori Cachene
Location: Regina Campus - Room 4010
Times: 1:00 PM, 2:15 PM, 3:30 PM
January Dates: 7, 14, 16, 21, 28, 30
February Dates: 4, 6, 11, 13, 25, 27
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Saskatoon Campus
Counsellor: Eileen Cuthand
Location: Saskatoon Campus
To book: Email ecuthand@firstnationsuniversity.ca
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Call/Text: 306-914-5981
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Northern Campus
Counsellor: Jessica Ruszkowski
Location: Northern Campus
To book: Email jruszkowski@firstnationsuniversity.ca
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Introducing New Faculty & Staff | |
Please join us in welcoming Bettina Welsh, our new Director of Student Success Services!
We are excited to share that Bettina Welsh has been appointed as our new Director of Student Success Services, with her position starting on December 1st, 2024. Please join us in welcoming Bettina to the FNUniv Community!
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We are delighted to welcome Shawna LaRoque-Desarlais as our new Academic Advisor!
We are thrilled to announce that Shawna joined us as our newest Academic Advisor, starting her role on December 2nd, 2024. Let's all extend a warm welcome to Shawna as she becomes a part of the FNUniv Community!
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We are excited to introduce Angela Greyeyes as our latest Admin Assistant/Mailroom Clerk!
It brings us great joy to share that Angela will officially began her role with us on December 9th, 2024. Let's all give Angela a warm welcome as she joins the FNUniv Community!
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We are Hiring!
FNUniv is a welcoming institution that prioritizes the well-being of its staff, faculty, and students, offering competitive salaries, benefits, wellness programs, and a commitment to diversity.
Click here for current openings:
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Regina Campus Pipe Ceremony - January 9, 2025 | | |
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Monthly Pipe Ceremony
Every second Thursday of the month, a pipe ceremony is held on the Regina Campus in the Ceremonial Tipi. Ceremony starts at 10AM.
Everyone is welcomed to attend.
If you have any questions please email:
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Wāsākāmā (“Make a Circle”) Conference - January 30 & 31, 2025
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Project Management Upcoming Courses | |
FNUniv Annual Spring Celebration Powwow - April 19 & 20, 2025 | |
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Contact Us
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P: 306.790.5950
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Prince Albert, SK S6V 4W1
P: 306.765.3333
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