Indigenous

Gaining hands-on research experience: Amy Cran

Anthropology student Amy Can spent her summer on the streets of Lethbridge working with SAGE Clan Patrol doing grassroots community patrol assisting people experiencing addiction and homelessness.

Q&A with Fall 2022 graduate Siikimiikatopii, Cody Lyle Wells

Surviving through a pandemic is an experience DSB grad Siikimiikatopii, Cody Lyle Wells (BMgt '22) won't soon forget. Here he tells us more about his ULethbridge experience, including the role he hopes to play on the Blood Tribe and what he plans to do with his education.

Q&A with Fall 2022 graduate Amber Pritchard

Amber Pritchard (BHSc '22) graduates this fall with a Bachelor of Health Science majoring in public health, with a minor in aboriginal heath.

Student-led Roots of Growth project reaches maturation with official launch

Born out of a response to a call to action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, the Roots of Growth project is reaching maturation as it officially launches at the University of Lethbridge.

What does it mean to engage in truth and reconciliation in higher learning institutions? A conversation with Dr. Apooyak'ii, Tiffany Prete

As we recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, it is important to learn and understand how we can take meaningful steps to achieve the goals of the day and the overall mission of truth and reconciliation in Canada.

Sharing Indigenous understanding with new displays in Markin Hall

New display cases housing Indigenous artifacts in the University of Lethbridge's Dhillon School of Business have become a visual and tangible reminder that reconciliatory work is being done.

The University of Lethbridge, The Blackfoot Confederacy and The Mastercard Foundation: The Three Sisters of Indigenous education

Recently, ULethbridge hosted representatives from the Mastercard Foundation and from institutions across Canada to share lessons, best practices, innovations and reflections from the past year and discuss how each partner is working to create systems change in the communities they serve.

Research: Dr. Dawn Burleigh and integrating Indigenous perspectives in the Faculty of Education

Working in a remote Cree community in Northern Ontario that was accessible only by airplane, Dr. Dawn Burleigh learned lessons from the people of Attawapiskat about Indigenous life and perspectives that profoundly changed the course of her educational journey.

Dr. Michelle Hogue (MEd '04), chief marshal and professor and coordinator of the Indigenous Student Success Cohort

Dr. Michelle Hogue, as chief marshal, will be leading graduands in their walk up the hill during the first in-person ceremonies since the pandemic began.

Q&A with Shining Graduate Alyssa No Runner (Ahkoiinnimakii)

Participating in research as an undergraduate student allowed Alyssa No Runner (Ahkoiinnimakii) (BSc '22) to learn about ways to educate the academic and non-indigenous community on Indigenous culture.

Q & A with Shining Graduate LJ Good Eagle

We caught up with LJ Good Eagle (BHSc '21), class of 2021, about his time at ULethbridge and what returning to campus for this year's Convocation ceremony means to him.

Q&A with Shining Graduate Sydney Shade, Míínaakii

Dhillon School of Business student Sydney Shade, Míínaakii (BMgt '22) is proud to be crossing the stage to receive her degree in Accounting.

Q&A with Shining Graduate and AstraZeneca Aboriginal Nursing Award recipient Amber Whitstone

Shining Graduate and AstraZeneca Aboriginal Nursing Award recipient Amber Whitstone answers a few questions about her time at ULethbridge

EleV Navigator Team receives a Blackfoot name to set their paths forward in a good way

As the six members of the EleV Navigator Team prepare to go into the Blackfoot Confederacy communities of Kainai, Piikani and Siksika, they are being given a traditional sendoff.

Rock your Mocs: Stories from the ULethbridge community

For Indigenous Awareness Week, the University of Lethbridge Iikaisskini Indigenous Student Centre has been collecting photos and stories about moccasins from students, staff and faculty. Learn more about moccasins from Elder Shirlee Crow Shoe.

Meeting of the Minds 2022: Images of Research

Images of Research highlights ULethbridge graduate students' work. With a remarkable breadth and depth of research, submissions to the photography competition includes fascinating imagery few people have the opportunity to enjoy otherwise.

Chataya Holy Singer's logo design inspired by the iniskim

Chataya Holy Singer, emerging Blackfoot artist and Indigenous Studio Art student, wove Blackfoot culture and tales of the buffalo and buffalo hunters into her commissioned logo design for the 2022 Moonlight Run.

Elders in Residence offer campus community spiritual and emotional support

Through traditional teachings and storytelling, the Blackfoot Elders in Residence at the University of Lethbridge offers guidance, cultural support, and encouragement to the campus community. The Carolla (Napiakii) Calf Robe Elders and Ceremony

Meet the EleV team: Building educational and employment pathways for Indigenous youth

EleV has forged connections with Blackfoot political leadership and the team has built strong relationships within the Kainai Nation, Siksika Nation and Piikani Nation communities to promote education and employment for prospective and current students.

Advancing Indigenous ways of knowing

On September 30, 2021, Canada solemnly paused in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Throughout the week, the ULethbridge reflected on a painful, unjust part of Canadian history on the broadest of scales, committing to continue to take actions to build a better tomorrow.

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Shining Student: John Little Bear's journey to Indigenous health advocacy

John Little Bear, Piitaa’aohkamii, chose uLethbridge because of the Aboriginal Health program and how close it is to his home. In his program, which blends Indigenous Ways of Knowing with Western health concepts, John has learned ways to support his community through a connection to his culture.

Joel Tailfeathers, Natoyiinniimaa (BA'05, BEd'07, MEd'21) ambition for furthering his education has resulted in career success

Education has always been a passion for Joel Tailfeathers (BA'05, BEd'07, MEd’21). After spending years teaching in the city of Lethbridge, his decision to pursue grad school to become an administrator was a goal Joel accomplished in his time as a student.

Michelle Fox, Sikotan (BA ’21) — a Blackfoot mother who attributes family and campus community support as reason for success

"I gained knowledge, and pride in my identity as a First Nation woman. I am proud to take my place in becoming a knowledge holder."

Undergraduate Research Profile: Alex Smith

In this undergraduate research profile, we highlight the work that Alexandra Smith is doing to research variation in the Blackfoot language.