Shining Fine Arts Graduate I'tsstsimanaki (Fussy Girl) Savannah Delaney-Wolf Child Faculty of Fine Arts graduate I'tsstsimanaki (Fussy Girl) Savannah Delaney-Wolf Child (BFA - Indigenous Art '24) found her passion in art history and museum studies as a result of her professors, who later become her mentors.
Creating a culture of inclusion within the Faculty of Education In 2023, the ULethbridge OKI sign arrived on campus. This initiative aimed to celebrate Blackfoot culture, language and the important role that “Oki” serves as a symbol of respect, understanding and reconciliation. The Faculty of Education now looks to build on this inclusive effort.
Celebrating three decades of Indigenous student support For more than 30 years, an endowment established by TC Energy has provided critical support for Indigenous programs at ULethbridge.
Incorporating the Fine Arts in Indigenous research practices Researchers in the Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of Lethbridge are breaking new ground with an exploration into Indigenous research practices.
Bridging business and culture: Indigenous students’ journey connecting with the Māori people It was a trip that a group of Indigenous students at the University of Lethbridge are calling life-changing. This past June 14, students from across the University took part in the Dhillon School
Niitsiitaakii (The Only Woman), Chataya Holy Singer (BFA - Indigenous Art '23), Administrative Assistant, Iniskim Indigenous Relations Chataya Holy Singer always knew she wanted to be an artist so she enrolled in the Indigenous Art Studio program, graduating in 2023. She then joined ULethbridge as Administrative Assistant for Iniskim Indigenous Relations.
Shining Student Malit'i (Satisfied wherever you go or are at), Georgia Walkus At the University of Lethbridge, inspirational professors and mentors have played a pivotal role in expanding Maliťi, Georgia Walkus's worldview and encouraging her to dream big, leading her to contemplate pursuing Indigenous law or a master's degree in Indigenous studies.
Shining Student Carrie Yellow Horn Carrie Yellow Horn's University of Lethbridge journey is marked by a unique blend of cultural exploration, academic pursuit, and creative expression. As a talented crafter and lover of music, Carrie brings a unique and vibrant presence to the University community.
Shining Graduate Ikinainiahkii (Gently Singing), Camina Weasel Moccasin Ikinainiahkii, Camina Weasel Moccasin's (BA '13, MA '24) pursuit of graduate studies at ULethbridge was driven by her dedication to Blackfoot culture. Reflected in her thesis focusing on Blackfoot sacred and significant sites, she aims to reform heritage management policy and procedure.
Shining Graduate Iinisskiimmaki, Kirsten Lindley, is passionate about Indigenous culture and issues Kirsten Lindley (BHSc '24) plans to centre Indigenous perspectives of health, including Indigenous languages, Indigenous food sovereignty and cultural practices, as health prevention and interventions.
Shining Educational Leadership Graduate litspyaapainskiaki (Singing in the Wind), Irene Young Pine Guided by her past, Irene Young Pine (MEd '24 (BA/BEd '11)) continues her journey towards cultivating the next generation of teachers. Drawing from the reconciliation of her own lived experiences, she looks to advance her work as an educator by teaching Indigenous Education at Ulethbridge.
Shining Graduate Nato’yi’kina’soyi (Holy Light that Shines Bright), Hali Heavy Shield inspires through artistry and leadership Accomplished multi-disciplinary artist, author, instructor and mentor, Nato’yi’kina’soyi (Holy Light that Shines Bright), Hali Heavy Shield (BA/BEd ’06, MEd ’12) is the first female Blackfoot PhD recipient at Iniskim, University of Lethbridge.
Shining Graduate Ma’koyii Aa’poo’wa (Rising Wolf), Allan Blake Tailfeathers perseveres beyond struggle Overcoming significant personal hardship, Shining Graduand Ma’koyii Aa’poo’wa (Rising Wolf), Allan Blake Tailfeathers demonstrates that anything is possible. Blake’s desire to help others & give back to his community led him to ULethbridge’s Faculty of Health Sciences Addictions Counselling program.
10 years of changing lives – An Indigenous mentor program marks a milestone The Dhillon School of Business Indigenous Mentor Program celebrates 10 years of making a difference in the lives of middle, high school and university students, as well as alumni.
Shining Student Piitakomii (Eagle Calling) Marla Medicine Shield, Addictions Counselling major Piitakomii (Eagle Calling) Marla Medicine Shield credits an international exchange and enrolment in the Indigenous Student Success Certificate for broadening her horizons and allowing her to explore multiple career pathways.
Spirit Prize winner Martin Roundstone hopes to give back to his mentors Martin Roundstone, a Dhillon School of Business student majoring in Indigenous Governance and Business Management, is the 2024 winner of the Spirit Prize, an award for emerging Indigenous visual artists.
Fine Arts Shining Student Jackson Paquette Shining Student Jackson Paquette takes inspiration from his surroundings, from the concrete hallways of the University of Lethbridge, to the sweeping grasses in the coulees.
Shining Student Tyra Hercina Tyra Hercina's professors have played pivotal roles in her University of Lethbridge experience, shaping Tyra's approach to education, and inspiring her to consider a future as a professor of Indigenous studies.
Fine Arts Shining Student Nikko Hunt Shining Student Nikko Hunt has found her calling in drama performance at the University of Lethbridge. Drawing inspiration from stories and her Blackfoot culture, Nikko recently made her Mainstage debut with Yisstsiiyi.
Red Jingle Dress project a learning and healing process for ULethbridge Health Sciences students In Spring 2023, ULethbridge Faculty of Health Sciences students created a red jingle dress in honour of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.
Working together to support Blackfoot Ways of Knowing, Learning and Being The web is an integral part of our digital lives and, like all media, website design and development is a reflection of cultural values. This reflection influences what we see on a website and what we don’t; ways for us interact with it and ways to prevent site interaction.
Indigenous Women’s Speaker Series offers something for community and student-organizers An Indigenous Women's Speaker Series, organized by Indigenous women, is a win-win situation for all involved. It will help Indigenous women scholars amplify their voice, while providing practical skills for the ULethbridge students involved.
Honouring Helen Piper's legacy through support for Indigenous ULethbridge students Wâpanacâhkos (Morning Star) Helen Piper’s unshakable resolve to further her education despite significant setbacks has inspired a generous gift in her memory to help future Indigenous University of Lethbridge students.
Yisstsiiyi production a historic first for the University of Lethbridge Marshall Vielle (BFA - Dramatic Arts ’17) is making history on the University of Lethbridge Mainstage. Marshall, along with fellow Making Treaty 7 members Caleigh Crow and Neil Fleming, are bringing the institution’s first Indigenous-led and created production to the stage.
Iinaatsii'swaawaakaasaakii (Pretty Spider Woman), Taylor Little Mustache, aspires to lead the next generation of learners Iinaatsii'swaawaakaasaakii (Pretty Spider Woman), Taylor Little Mustache (BA/BEd '19, MEd '23)has found comfort and community as a lifelong learner and graduate at the University of Lethbridge.