Graduate academic calendar 2012 - 2013 - Trent University

GRADUATE PROGRAMS Student Services
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First Peoples House of Learning
Services for Indigenous Students
Telephone: 705-748-1011 ext. 7612
Fax: 705-748-1416
E-mail: iss@trentu.ca
Web: www.trentu.ca/indigenous
First Peoples House of Learning, located in Enweying building on the main Symons campus,
provides student services for indigenous students throughout the university. Student space is
provided in Ska’nikonhra, Benedict Gathering Place, located on the lower floor of Enweying, and in
Nendimowin: Elders and Students Centre, located in Enweying 322 which also provides access to
computer, telephone and fax services.
Foundations of Indigenous Learning
Students of Indigenous heritage from all disciplines are welcome to take Foundations of Indigenous
Learning INDG 1010Y. In this course, facilitators accompany students on their learning journeys.
Students are given an opportunity to learn while utilizing their emotional, mental, physical, and
spiritual selves. The course focuses on acquainting students with academic skills, while also
engaging students in the process of learning about and developing their individual talents, lessons
to be learned, their world views, and their sense of self-worth.
Access and Advocacy for Indigenous Students
Trent University provides access for individuals of Indigenous heritage through the Foundations of
Indigenous Learning Diploma. This program is offered through the Indigenous Studies program in
collaboration with Indigenous Student Services. Advocacy is available for any Indigenous student
needing to connect with a department or service within the university.
Naadimaagewin Program
The Naadimaagewin program offers a variety of group and individual academic supports for
students. Workshops are held throughout the year on topics such as Time Management, Essay
Writing and Exam Stress. Individual academic help is available through the Indigenous Student
Counsellor, who can arrange for tutors from any of the departments on campus for students in
need of specific course support. The program also offers cultural workshops during the year.
Cultural Advisor
The Cultural Advisor provides a variety of services to support enhanced awareness and
understanding of contemporary and traditional Indigenous issues within the university community.
Cultural events, traditional activities and workshops are presented throughout the academic year.
The Advisor acts as the primary department liaison for the Elders and Traditional Peoples Gathering
each February. Culture-based counselling is available.
Indigenous Student Counsellor/Academic Advisor
The Indigenous Student Counsellor is available to all Indigenous students at the University. The
Counsellor provides culturally sensitive counselling for issues regarding university life and academics
as well as personal problems that arise as a result of school or other life experiences. Appointments
and referrals to long-term counselling can be arranged. Advocacy for students with their professors
or other university departments is also available. The counsellor also provides academic advising for
degree planning, petitions and other requirements.
Trent University Native Association (TUNA)
Since 1969 TUNA has provided a voice for students within the Indigenous Studies program and
for Indigenous students throughout the university. It is a body organized by, for and about Trent’s
Indigenous student population. All are welcome to join and participate. TUNA organizes various
cultural, social and recreational events throughout the year and provides a forum to discuss and deal
with issues affecting Indigenous peoples. TUNA can be contacted by e-mail at tuna@trentu.ca. The
TUNA office is located in First Peoples House of Learning, Enweying 322.