Indigenous Perspectives 1The Indigenous Picture
Indigenous Perspectives
Deborah YoungExecutive Lead Indigenous Achievement University of Manitoba
Christine CyrDirector Aboriginal Student Centre University of Manitoba
SEM Summit Winnipeg MBApril 19 2015
Indigenous Perspectives 3
infin Country of origininfin Languages spokeninfin Interests or hobbiesinfin Favourite foodsinfin Preferred types of movies TV programsinfin Preferred types of musicinfin Pets if any or favourite animalsinfin Fantasy vacationcarhellip
Cultural Perceptions
Indigenous Perspectives 4
infin Fill in the information gaps
infin Address myths and other assumptions
infin Change perceptions
infin Personal commitments to relationships
bull Based on mutual recognition amp respect
bull Must be developed IN PERSON
Where do we start
ldquoIf you have come to help me you are wasting your time But if you have come because your liberation is bound up with mine then let us work togetherrdquo
Lila Watson Australian Aboriginal Activist
Indigenous Perspectives 5
Colonization
Indian Residential Schools
Stereotypes amp Racism
Poverty
HISTORY amp CONTEXT
Indigenous Perspectives 6
000
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
7000
Households in poverty in Winnipeg
Aboriginal households in
poverty in Winnipeg
1996
2001
2006
HOUSEHOLD POVERTY RATES 1996-2006
Sources 1996 ndash Silver 2000 p 40 2001 2006 ndash Statistics Canada Census
Indigenous Perspectives 7
infin 2006 half of the Aboriginal population lives in urban centres (54)
infin Urban First Nations students rely primarily on band funding amp have less access to job income
family support and personal savings than non-Aboriginal students (NA)
infin Urban Metis students report using financial sources that are similar to NA
infin The 1 reason that UAP pursue PSE good jobcareer
infin Completing or achieving higher education is the leading life aspiration of urban Aboriginal
peoples today
infin Urban Aboriginal people aspire to ldquothe good liferdquo
Sources UAPS 2006 Canada Census
Part of the storyhellip71 believe that non-Aboriginal
people have a generally negative
perception about Aboriginal people
Indigenous Perspectives 8
infin Social Personal ndash mistrust of education family responsibilities isolation feelings of alienation cultural insensitivity and racism discrimination mental health lack of transportation housing daycare lack of cultural identity
infin Academic ndash inadequate insufficient K-12 preparation low Grade 12 graduation rates stress
infin Financial ndash tuition living costs loan burdens access to funding
Main Obstacles to Overcome Top Mentions
Source UAPS 2010
Indigenous Perspectives 9
Indigenous Perspectives 10
Taking Our Place University of Manitoba Strategic Plan 2015 ndash 2020
This framework will guide the major decisions made at the University of Manitoba in the coming years It encourages us to look at opportunities to focus on areas of particular relevance in todayrsquos world while remaining true to our commitment to teaching and research excellence across our broad range of disciplines Five priority areas have been identified that will guide our approach
1 Inspiring minds
2 Driving discovery and insight
3 Creating pathways to Indigenous Achievement
4 Building community
5 Forging connections
hellip to create an
environment where
Indigenous perspectives
are embraced and
integrated campus-wide
Indigenous Perspectives 11
infin Refreshing of the Strategic Plan 2015-2020infin Indigenous Achievement remains a priority focusinfin Indigenous perspectives are interwoven throughout all
areas of the Strategic Plan
infin Developing a 5-Year Indigenous Achievement Action Plan
infin Capital Campaign ndash Indigenous Achievement front and centre
infin National Research Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
infin Presidentrsquos Advisory Council on Indigenous Achievement
infin Indigenous Advisory Circle
Current Indigenous Achievement Initiatives
Indigenous Perspectives 12
Pathways to Indigenous Achievement
Indigenous Perspectives 13
UM NUMBERS29759 students 2140 Indigenous8716 academic and support staff
46 Canada Research Chairs 3 Indigenous $604 million operating budget (2013-14)
1400 residence beds on the Fort Garry Campus
Indigenous Perspectives 14
Indigenous Perspectives 15
infin By 2018 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 10 of undergraduate enrolment and 5 of graduate enrolment
infin By 2023 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 15 of undergraduate enrolment and 8 of graduate enrolment
The U of M SEM Plan Goals Indigenous Student Enrolment
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives
Deborah YoungExecutive Lead Indigenous Achievement University of Manitoba
Christine CyrDirector Aboriginal Student Centre University of Manitoba
SEM Summit Winnipeg MBApril 19 2015
Indigenous Perspectives 3
infin Country of origininfin Languages spokeninfin Interests or hobbiesinfin Favourite foodsinfin Preferred types of movies TV programsinfin Preferred types of musicinfin Pets if any or favourite animalsinfin Fantasy vacationcarhellip
Cultural Perceptions
Indigenous Perspectives 4
infin Fill in the information gaps
infin Address myths and other assumptions
infin Change perceptions
infin Personal commitments to relationships
bull Based on mutual recognition amp respect
bull Must be developed IN PERSON
Where do we start
ldquoIf you have come to help me you are wasting your time But if you have come because your liberation is bound up with mine then let us work togetherrdquo
Lila Watson Australian Aboriginal Activist
Indigenous Perspectives 5
Colonization
Indian Residential Schools
Stereotypes amp Racism
Poverty
HISTORY amp CONTEXT
Indigenous Perspectives 6
000
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
7000
Households in poverty in Winnipeg
Aboriginal households in
poverty in Winnipeg
1996
2001
2006
HOUSEHOLD POVERTY RATES 1996-2006
Sources 1996 ndash Silver 2000 p 40 2001 2006 ndash Statistics Canada Census
Indigenous Perspectives 7
infin 2006 half of the Aboriginal population lives in urban centres (54)
infin Urban First Nations students rely primarily on band funding amp have less access to job income
family support and personal savings than non-Aboriginal students (NA)
infin Urban Metis students report using financial sources that are similar to NA
infin The 1 reason that UAP pursue PSE good jobcareer
infin Completing or achieving higher education is the leading life aspiration of urban Aboriginal
peoples today
infin Urban Aboriginal people aspire to ldquothe good liferdquo
Sources UAPS 2006 Canada Census
Part of the storyhellip71 believe that non-Aboriginal
people have a generally negative
perception about Aboriginal people
Indigenous Perspectives 8
infin Social Personal ndash mistrust of education family responsibilities isolation feelings of alienation cultural insensitivity and racism discrimination mental health lack of transportation housing daycare lack of cultural identity
infin Academic ndash inadequate insufficient K-12 preparation low Grade 12 graduation rates stress
infin Financial ndash tuition living costs loan burdens access to funding
Main Obstacles to Overcome Top Mentions
Source UAPS 2010
Indigenous Perspectives 9
Indigenous Perspectives 10
Taking Our Place University of Manitoba Strategic Plan 2015 ndash 2020
This framework will guide the major decisions made at the University of Manitoba in the coming years It encourages us to look at opportunities to focus on areas of particular relevance in todayrsquos world while remaining true to our commitment to teaching and research excellence across our broad range of disciplines Five priority areas have been identified that will guide our approach
1 Inspiring minds
2 Driving discovery and insight
3 Creating pathways to Indigenous Achievement
4 Building community
5 Forging connections
hellip to create an
environment where
Indigenous perspectives
are embraced and
integrated campus-wide
Indigenous Perspectives 11
infin Refreshing of the Strategic Plan 2015-2020infin Indigenous Achievement remains a priority focusinfin Indigenous perspectives are interwoven throughout all
areas of the Strategic Plan
infin Developing a 5-Year Indigenous Achievement Action Plan
infin Capital Campaign ndash Indigenous Achievement front and centre
infin National Research Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
infin Presidentrsquos Advisory Council on Indigenous Achievement
infin Indigenous Advisory Circle
Current Indigenous Achievement Initiatives
Indigenous Perspectives 12
Pathways to Indigenous Achievement
Indigenous Perspectives 13
UM NUMBERS29759 students 2140 Indigenous8716 academic and support staff
46 Canada Research Chairs 3 Indigenous $604 million operating budget (2013-14)
1400 residence beds on the Fort Garry Campus
Indigenous Perspectives 14
Indigenous Perspectives 15
infin By 2018 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 10 of undergraduate enrolment and 5 of graduate enrolment
infin By 2023 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 15 of undergraduate enrolment and 8 of graduate enrolment
The U of M SEM Plan Goals Indigenous Student Enrolment
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 3
infin Country of origininfin Languages spokeninfin Interests or hobbiesinfin Favourite foodsinfin Preferred types of movies TV programsinfin Preferred types of musicinfin Pets if any or favourite animalsinfin Fantasy vacationcarhellip
Cultural Perceptions
Indigenous Perspectives 4
infin Fill in the information gaps
infin Address myths and other assumptions
infin Change perceptions
infin Personal commitments to relationships
bull Based on mutual recognition amp respect
bull Must be developed IN PERSON
Where do we start
ldquoIf you have come to help me you are wasting your time But if you have come because your liberation is bound up with mine then let us work togetherrdquo
Lila Watson Australian Aboriginal Activist
Indigenous Perspectives 5
Colonization
Indian Residential Schools
Stereotypes amp Racism
Poverty
HISTORY amp CONTEXT
Indigenous Perspectives 6
000
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
7000
Households in poverty in Winnipeg
Aboriginal households in
poverty in Winnipeg
1996
2001
2006
HOUSEHOLD POVERTY RATES 1996-2006
Sources 1996 ndash Silver 2000 p 40 2001 2006 ndash Statistics Canada Census
Indigenous Perspectives 7
infin 2006 half of the Aboriginal population lives in urban centres (54)
infin Urban First Nations students rely primarily on band funding amp have less access to job income
family support and personal savings than non-Aboriginal students (NA)
infin Urban Metis students report using financial sources that are similar to NA
infin The 1 reason that UAP pursue PSE good jobcareer
infin Completing or achieving higher education is the leading life aspiration of urban Aboriginal
peoples today
infin Urban Aboriginal people aspire to ldquothe good liferdquo
Sources UAPS 2006 Canada Census
Part of the storyhellip71 believe that non-Aboriginal
people have a generally negative
perception about Aboriginal people
Indigenous Perspectives 8
infin Social Personal ndash mistrust of education family responsibilities isolation feelings of alienation cultural insensitivity and racism discrimination mental health lack of transportation housing daycare lack of cultural identity
infin Academic ndash inadequate insufficient K-12 preparation low Grade 12 graduation rates stress
infin Financial ndash tuition living costs loan burdens access to funding
Main Obstacles to Overcome Top Mentions
Source UAPS 2010
Indigenous Perspectives 9
Indigenous Perspectives 10
Taking Our Place University of Manitoba Strategic Plan 2015 ndash 2020
This framework will guide the major decisions made at the University of Manitoba in the coming years It encourages us to look at opportunities to focus on areas of particular relevance in todayrsquos world while remaining true to our commitment to teaching and research excellence across our broad range of disciplines Five priority areas have been identified that will guide our approach
1 Inspiring minds
2 Driving discovery and insight
3 Creating pathways to Indigenous Achievement
4 Building community
5 Forging connections
hellip to create an
environment where
Indigenous perspectives
are embraced and
integrated campus-wide
Indigenous Perspectives 11
infin Refreshing of the Strategic Plan 2015-2020infin Indigenous Achievement remains a priority focusinfin Indigenous perspectives are interwoven throughout all
areas of the Strategic Plan
infin Developing a 5-Year Indigenous Achievement Action Plan
infin Capital Campaign ndash Indigenous Achievement front and centre
infin National Research Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
infin Presidentrsquos Advisory Council on Indigenous Achievement
infin Indigenous Advisory Circle
Current Indigenous Achievement Initiatives
Indigenous Perspectives 12
Pathways to Indigenous Achievement
Indigenous Perspectives 13
UM NUMBERS29759 students 2140 Indigenous8716 academic and support staff
46 Canada Research Chairs 3 Indigenous $604 million operating budget (2013-14)
1400 residence beds on the Fort Garry Campus
Indigenous Perspectives 14
Indigenous Perspectives 15
infin By 2018 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 10 of undergraduate enrolment and 5 of graduate enrolment
infin By 2023 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 15 of undergraduate enrolment and 8 of graduate enrolment
The U of M SEM Plan Goals Indigenous Student Enrolment
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 4
infin Fill in the information gaps
infin Address myths and other assumptions
infin Change perceptions
infin Personal commitments to relationships
bull Based on mutual recognition amp respect
bull Must be developed IN PERSON
Where do we start
ldquoIf you have come to help me you are wasting your time But if you have come because your liberation is bound up with mine then let us work togetherrdquo
Lila Watson Australian Aboriginal Activist
Indigenous Perspectives 5
Colonization
Indian Residential Schools
Stereotypes amp Racism
Poverty
HISTORY amp CONTEXT
Indigenous Perspectives 6
000
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
7000
Households in poverty in Winnipeg
Aboriginal households in
poverty in Winnipeg
1996
2001
2006
HOUSEHOLD POVERTY RATES 1996-2006
Sources 1996 ndash Silver 2000 p 40 2001 2006 ndash Statistics Canada Census
Indigenous Perspectives 7
infin 2006 half of the Aboriginal population lives in urban centres (54)
infin Urban First Nations students rely primarily on band funding amp have less access to job income
family support and personal savings than non-Aboriginal students (NA)
infin Urban Metis students report using financial sources that are similar to NA
infin The 1 reason that UAP pursue PSE good jobcareer
infin Completing or achieving higher education is the leading life aspiration of urban Aboriginal
peoples today
infin Urban Aboriginal people aspire to ldquothe good liferdquo
Sources UAPS 2006 Canada Census
Part of the storyhellip71 believe that non-Aboriginal
people have a generally negative
perception about Aboriginal people
Indigenous Perspectives 8
infin Social Personal ndash mistrust of education family responsibilities isolation feelings of alienation cultural insensitivity and racism discrimination mental health lack of transportation housing daycare lack of cultural identity
infin Academic ndash inadequate insufficient K-12 preparation low Grade 12 graduation rates stress
infin Financial ndash tuition living costs loan burdens access to funding
Main Obstacles to Overcome Top Mentions
Source UAPS 2010
Indigenous Perspectives 9
Indigenous Perspectives 10
Taking Our Place University of Manitoba Strategic Plan 2015 ndash 2020
This framework will guide the major decisions made at the University of Manitoba in the coming years It encourages us to look at opportunities to focus on areas of particular relevance in todayrsquos world while remaining true to our commitment to teaching and research excellence across our broad range of disciplines Five priority areas have been identified that will guide our approach
1 Inspiring minds
2 Driving discovery and insight
3 Creating pathways to Indigenous Achievement
4 Building community
5 Forging connections
hellip to create an
environment where
Indigenous perspectives
are embraced and
integrated campus-wide
Indigenous Perspectives 11
infin Refreshing of the Strategic Plan 2015-2020infin Indigenous Achievement remains a priority focusinfin Indigenous perspectives are interwoven throughout all
areas of the Strategic Plan
infin Developing a 5-Year Indigenous Achievement Action Plan
infin Capital Campaign ndash Indigenous Achievement front and centre
infin National Research Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
infin Presidentrsquos Advisory Council on Indigenous Achievement
infin Indigenous Advisory Circle
Current Indigenous Achievement Initiatives
Indigenous Perspectives 12
Pathways to Indigenous Achievement
Indigenous Perspectives 13
UM NUMBERS29759 students 2140 Indigenous8716 academic and support staff
46 Canada Research Chairs 3 Indigenous $604 million operating budget (2013-14)
1400 residence beds on the Fort Garry Campus
Indigenous Perspectives 14
Indigenous Perspectives 15
infin By 2018 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 10 of undergraduate enrolment and 5 of graduate enrolment
infin By 2023 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 15 of undergraduate enrolment and 8 of graduate enrolment
The U of M SEM Plan Goals Indigenous Student Enrolment
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 5
Colonization
Indian Residential Schools
Stereotypes amp Racism
Poverty
HISTORY amp CONTEXT
Indigenous Perspectives 6
000
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
7000
Households in poverty in Winnipeg
Aboriginal households in
poverty in Winnipeg
1996
2001
2006
HOUSEHOLD POVERTY RATES 1996-2006
Sources 1996 ndash Silver 2000 p 40 2001 2006 ndash Statistics Canada Census
Indigenous Perspectives 7
infin 2006 half of the Aboriginal population lives in urban centres (54)
infin Urban First Nations students rely primarily on band funding amp have less access to job income
family support and personal savings than non-Aboriginal students (NA)
infin Urban Metis students report using financial sources that are similar to NA
infin The 1 reason that UAP pursue PSE good jobcareer
infin Completing or achieving higher education is the leading life aspiration of urban Aboriginal
peoples today
infin Urban Aboriginal people aspire to ldquothe good liferdquo
Sources UAPS 2006 Canada Census
Part of the storyhellip71 believe that non-Aboriginal
people have a generally negative
perception about Aboriginal people
Indigenous Perspectives 8
infin Social Personal ndash mistrust of education family responsibilities isolation feelings of alienation cultural insensitivity and racism discrimination mental health lack of transportation housing daycare lack of cultural identity
infin Academic ndash inadequate insufficient K-12 preparation low Grade 12 graduation rates stress
infin Financial ndash tuition living costs loan burdens access to funding
Main Obstacles to Overcome Top Mentions
Source UAPS 2010
Indigenous Perspectives 9
Indigenous Perspectives 10
Taking Our Place University of Manitoba Strategic Plan 2015 ndash 2020
This framework will guide the major decisions made at the University of Manitoba in the coming years It encourages us to look at opportunities to focus on areas of particular relevance in todayrsquos world while remaining true to our commitment to teaching and research excellence across our broad range of disciplines Five priority areas have been identified that will guide our approach
1 Inspiring minds
2 Driving discovery and insight
3 Creating pathways to Indigenous Achievement
4 Building community
5 Forging connections
hellip to create an
environment where
Indigenous perspectives
are embraced and
integrated campus-wide
Indigenous Perspectives 11
infin Refreshing of the Strategic Plan 2015-2020infin Indigenous Achievement remains a priority focusinfin Indigenous perspectives are interwoven throughout all
areas of the Strategic Plan
infin Developing a 5-Year Indigenous Achievement Action Plan
infin Capital Campaign ndash Indigenous Achievement front and centre
infin National Research Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
infin Presidentrsquos Advisory Council on Indigenous Achievement
infin Indigenous Advisory Circle
Current Indigenous Achievement Initiatives
Indigenous Perspectives 12
Pathways to Indigenous Achievement
Indigenous Perspectives 13
UM NUMBERS29759 students 2140 Indigenous8716 academic and support staff
46 Canada Research Chairs 3 Indigenous $604 million operating budget (2013-14)
1400 residence beds on the Fort Garry Campus
Indigenous Perspectives 14
Indigenous Perspectives 15
infin By 2018 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 10 of undergraduate enrolment and 5 of graduate enrolment
infin By 2023 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 15 of undergraduate enrolment and 8 of graduate enrolment
The U of M SEM Plan Goals Indigenous Student Enrolment
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 6
000
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
7000
Households in poverty in Winnipeg
Aboriginal households in
poverty in Winnipeg
1996
2001
2006
HOUSEHOLD POVERTY RATES 1996-2006
Sources 1996 ndash Silver 2000 p 40 2001 2006 ndash Statistics Canada Census
Indigenous Perspectives 7
infin 2006 half of the Aboriginal population lives in urban centres (54)
infin Urban First Nations students rely primarily on band funding amp have less access to job income
family support and personal savings than non-Aboriginal students (NA)
infin Urban Metis students report using financial sources that are similar to NA
infin The 1 reason that UAP pursue PSE good jobcareer
infin Completing or achieving higher education is the leading life aspiration of urban Aboriginal
peoples today
infin Urban Aboriginal people aspire to ldquothe good liferdquo
Sources UAPS 2006 Canada Census
Part of the storyhellip71 believe that non-Aboriginal
people have a generally negative
perception about Aboriginal people
Indigenous Perspectives 8
infin Social Personal ndash mistrust of education family responsibilities isolation feelings of alienation cultural insensitivity and racism discrimination mental health lack of transportation housing daycare lack of cultural identity
infin Academic ndash inadequate insufficient K-12 preparation low Grade 12 graduation rates stress
infin Financial ndash tuition living costs loan burdens access to funding
Main Obstacles to Overcome Top Mentions
Source UAPS 2010
Indigenous Perspectives 9
Indigenous Perspectives 10
Taking Our Place University of Manitoba Strategic Plan 2015 ndash 2020
This framework will guide the major decisions made at the University of Manitoba in the coming years It encourages us to look at opportunities to focus on areas of particular relevance in todayrsquos world while remaining true to our commitment to teaching and research excellence across our broad range of disciplines Five priority areas have been identified that will guide our approach
1 Inspiring minds
2 Driving discovery and insight
3 Creating pathways to Indigenous Achievement
4 Building community
5 Forging connections
hellip to create an
environment where
Indigenous perspectives
are embraced and
integrated campus-wide
Indigenous Perspectives 11
infin Refreshing of the Strategic Plan 2015-2020infin Indigenous Achievement remains a priority focusinfin Indigenous perspectives are interwoven throughout all
areas of the Strategic Plan
infin Developing a 5-Year Indigenous Achievement Action Plan
infin Capital Campaign ndash Indigenous Achievement front and centre
infin National Research Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
infin Presidentrsquos Advisory Council on Indigenous Achievement
infin Indigenous Advisory Circle
Current Indigenous Achievement Initiatives
Indigenous Perspectives 12
Pathways to Indigenous Achievement
Indigenous Perspectives 13
UM NUMBERS29759 students 2140 Indigenous8716 academic and support staff
46 Canada Research Chairs 3 Indigenous $604 million operating budget (2013-14)
1400 residence beds on the Fort Garry Campus
Indigenous Perspectives 14
Indigenous Perspectives 15
infin By 2018 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 10 of undergraduate enrolment and 5 of graduate enrolment
infin By 2023 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 15 of undergraduate enrolment and 8 of graduate enrolment
The U of M SEM Plan Goals Indigenous Student Enrolment
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 7
infin 2006 half of the Aboriginal population lives in urban centres (54)
infin Urban First Nations students rely primarily on band funding amp have less access to job income
family support and personal savings than non-Aboriginal students (NA)
infin Urban Metis students report using financial sources that are similar to NA
infin The 1 reason that UAP pursue PSE good jobcareer
infin Completing or achieving higher education is the leading life aspiration of urban Aboriginal
peoples today
infin Urban Aboriginal people aspire to ldquothe good liferdquo
Sources UAPS 2006 Canada Census
Part of the storyhellip71 believe that non-Aboriginal
people have a generally negative
perception about Aboriginal people
Indigenous Perspectives 8
infin Social Personal ndash mistrust of education family responsibilities isolation feelings of alienation cultural insensitivity and racism discrimination mental health lack of transportation housing daycare lack of cultural identity
infin Academic ndash inadequate insufficient K-12 preparation low Grade 12 graduation rates stress
infin Financial ndash tuition living costs loan burdens access to funding
Main Obstacles to Overcome Top Mentions
Source UAPS 2010
Indigenous Perspectives 9
Indigenous Perspectives 10
Taking Our Place University of Manitoba Strategic Plan 2015 ndash 2020
This framework will guide the major decisions made at the University of Manitoba in the coming years It encourages us to look at opportunities to focus on areas of particular relevance in todayrsquos world while remaining true to our commitment to teaching and research excellence across our broad range of disciplines Five priority areas have been identified that will guide our approach
1 Inspiring minds
2 Driving discovery and insight
3 Creating pathways to Indigenous Achievement
4 Building community
5 Forging connections
hellip to create an
environment where
Indigenous perspectives
are embraced and
integrated campus-wide
Indigenous Perspectives 11
infin Refreshing of the Strategic Plan 2015-2020infin Indigenous Achievement remains a priority focusinfin Indigenous perspectives are interwoven throughout all
areas of the Strategic Plan
infin Developing a 5-Year Indigenous Achievement Action Plan
infin Capital Campaign ndash Indigenous Achievement front and centre
infin National Research Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
infin Presidentrsquos Advisory Council on Indigenous Achievement
infin Indigenous Advisory Circle
Current Indigenous Achievement Initiatives
Indigenous Perspectives 12
Pathways to Indigenous Achievement
Indigenous Perspectives 13
UM NUMBERS29759 students 2140 Indigenous8716 academic and support staff
46 Canada Research Chairs 3 Indigenous $604 million operating budget (2013-14)
1400 residence beds on the Fort Garry Campus
Indigenous Perspectives 14
Indigenous Perspectives 15
infin By 2018 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 10 of undergraduate enrolment and 5 of graduate enrolment
infin By 2023 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 15 of undergraduate enrolment and 8 of graduate enrolment
The U of M SEM Plan Goals Indigenous Student Enrolment
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 8
infin Social Personal ndash mistrust of education family responsibilities isolation feelings of alienation cultural insensitivity and racism discrimination mental health lack of transportation housing daycare lack of cultural identity
infin Academic ndash inadequate insufficient K-12 preparation low Grade 12 graduation rates stress
infin Financial ndash tuition living costs loan burdens access to funding
Main Obstacles to Overcome Top Mentions
Source UAPS 2010
Indigenous Perspectives 9
Indigenous Perspectives 10
Taking Our Place University of Manitoba Strategic Plan 2015 ndash 2020
This framework will guide the major decisions made at the University of Manitoba in the coming years It encourages us to look at opportunities to focus on areas of particular relevance in todayrsquos world while remaining true to our commitment to teaching and research excellence across our broad range of disciplines Five priority areas have been identified that will guide our approach
1 Inspiring minds
2 Driving discovery and insight
3 Creating pathways to Indigenous Achievement
4 Building community
5 Forging connections
hellip to create an
environment where
Indigenous perspectives
are embraced and
integrated campus-wide
Indigenous Perspectives 11
infin Refreshing of the Strategic Plan 2015-2020infin Indigenous Achievement remains a priority focusinfin Indigenous perspectives are interwoven throughout all
areas of the Strategic Plan
infin Developing a 5-Year Indigenous Achievement Action Plan
infin Capital Campaign ndash Indigenous Achievement front and centre
infin National Research Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
infin Presidentrsquos Advisory Council on Indigenous Achievement
infin Indigenous Advisory Circle
Current Indigenous Achievement Initiatives
Indigenous Perspectives 12
Pathways to Indigenous Achievement
Indigenous Perspectives 13
UM NUMBERS29759 students 2140 Indigenous8716 academic and support staff
46 Canada Research Chairs 3 Indigenous $604 million operating budget (2013-14)
1400 residence beds on the Fort Garry Campus
Indigenous Perspectives 14
Indigenous Perspectives 15
infin By 2018 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 10 of undergraduate enrolment and 5 of graduate enrolment
infin By 2023 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 15 of undergraduate enrolment and 8 of graduate enrolment
The U of M SEM Plan Goals Indigenous Student Enrolment
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 9
Indigenous Perspectives 10
Taking Our Place University of Manitoba Strategic Plan 2015 ndash 2020
This framework will guide the major decisions made at the University of Manitoba in the coming years It encourages us to look at opportunities to focus on areas of particular relevance in todayrsquos world while remaining true to our commitment to teaching and research excellence across our broad range of disciplines Five priority areas have been identified that will guide our approach
1 Inspiring minds
2 Driving discovery and insight
3 Creating pathways to Indigenous Achievement
4 Building community
5 Forging connections
hellip to create an
environment where
Indigenous perspectives
are embraced and
integrated campus-wide
Indigenous Perspectives 11
infin Refreshing of the Strategic Plan 2015-2020infin Indigenous Achievement remains a priority focusinfin Indigenous perspectives are interwoven throughout all
areas of the Strategic Plan
infin Developing a 5-Year Indigenous Achievement Action Plan
infin Capital Campaign ndash Indigenous Achievement front and centre
infin National Research Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
infin Presidentrsquos Advisory Council on Indigenous Achievement
infin Indigenous Advisory Circle
Current Indigenous Achievement Initiatives
Indigenous Perspectives 12
Pathways to Indigenous Achievement
Indigenous Perspectives 13
UM NUMBERS29759 students 2140 Indigenous8716 academic and support staff
46 Canada Research Chairs 3 Indigenous $604 million operating budget (2013-14)
1400 residence beds on the Fort Garry Campus
Indigenous Perspectives 14
Indigenous Perspectives 15
infin By 2018 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 10 of undergraduate enrolment and 5 of graduate enrolment
infin By 2023 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 15 of undergraduate enrolment and 8 of graduate enrolment
The U of M SEM Plan Goals Indigenous Student Enrolment
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 10
Taking Our Place University of Manitoba Strategic Plan 2015 ndash 2020
This framework will guide the major decisions made at the University of Manitoba in the coming years It encourages us to look at opportunities to focus on areas of particular relevance in todayrsquos world while remaining true to our commitment to teaching and research excellence across our broad range of disciplines Five priority areas have been identified that will guide our approach
1 Inspiring minds
2 Driving discovery and insight
3 Creating pathways to Indigenous Achievement
4 Building community
5 Forging connections
hellip to create an
environment where
Indigenous perspectives
are embraced and
integrated campus-wide
Indigenous Perspectives 11
infin Refreshing of the Strategic Plan 2015-2020infin Indigenous Achievement remains a priority focusinfin Indigenous perspectives are interwoven throughout all
areas of the Strategic Plan
infin Developing a 5-Year Indigenous Achievement Action Plan
infin Capital Campaign ndash Indigenous Achievement front and centre
infin National Research Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
infin Presidentrsquos Advisory Council on Indigenous Achievement
infin Indigenous Advisory Circle
Current Indigenous Achievement Initiatives
Indigenous Perspectives 12
Pathways to Indigenous Achievement
Indigenous Perspectives 13
UM NUMBERS29759 students 2140 Indigenous8716 academic and support staff
46 Canada Research Chairs 3 Indigenous $604 million operating budget (2013-14)
1400 residence beds on the Fort Garry Campus
Indigenous Perspectives 14
Indigenous Perspectives 15
infin By 2018 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 10 of undergraduate enrolment and 5 of graduate enrolment
infin By 2023 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 15 of undergraduate enrolment and 8 of graduate enrolment
The U of M SEM Plan Goals Indigenous Student Enrolment
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 11
infin Refreshing of the Strategic Plan 2015-2020infin Indigenous Achievement remains a priority focusinfin Indigenous perspectives are interwoven throughout all
areas of the Strategic Plan
infin Developing a 5-Year Indigenous Achievement Action Plan
infin Capital Campaign ndash Indigenous Achievement front and centre
infin National Research Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
infin Presidentrsquos Advisory Council on Indigenous Achievement
infin Indigenous Advisory Circle
Current Indigenous Achievement Initiatives
Indigenous Perspectives 12
Pathways to Indigenous Achievement
Indigenous Perspectives 13
UM NUMBERS29759 students 2140 Indigenous8716 academic and support staff
46 Canada Research Chairs 3 Indigenous $604 million operating budget (2013-14)
1400 residence beds on the Fort Garry Campus
Indigenous Perspectives 14
Indigenous Perspectives 15
infin By 2018 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 10 of undergraduate enrolment and 5 of graduate enrolment
infin By 2023 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 15 of undergraduate enrolment and 8 of graduate enrolment
The U of M SEM Plan Goals Indigenous Student Enrolment
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 12
Pathways to Indigenous Achievement
Indigenous Perspectives 13
UM NUMBERS29759 students 2140 Indigenous8716 academic and support staff
46 Canada Research Chairs 3 Indigenous $604 million operating budget (2013-14)
1400 residence beds on the Fort Garry Campus
Indigenous Perspectives 14
Indigenous Perspectives 15
infin By 2018 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 10 of undergraduate enrolment and 5 of graduate enrolment
infin By 2023 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 15 of undergraduate enrolment and 8 of graduate enrolment
The U of M SEM Plan Goals Indigenous Student Enrolment
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 13
UM NUMBERS29759 students 2140 Indigenous8716 academic and support staff
46 Canada Research Chairs 3 Indigenous $604 million operating budget (2013-14)
1400 residence beds on the Fort Garry Campus
Indigenous Perspectives 14
Indigenous Perspectives 15
infin By 2018 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 10 of undergraduate enrolment and 5 of graduate enrolment
infin By 2023 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 15 of undergraduate enrolment and 8 of graduate enrolment
The U of M SEM Plan Goals Indigenous Student Enrolment
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 14
Indigenous Perspectives 15
infin By 2018 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 10 of undergraduate enrolment and 5 of graduate enrolment
infin By 2023 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 15 of undergraduate enrolment and 8 of graduate enrolment
The U of M SEM Plan Goals Indigenous Student Enrolment
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 15
infin By 2018 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 10 of undergraduate enrolment and 5 of graduate enrolment
infin By 2023 Aboriginal student enrolment should increase to 15 of undergraduate enrolment and 8 of graduate enrolment
The U of M SEM Plan Goals Indigenous Student Enrolment
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 16
1 Indigenous Student Recruitment ndash Early Years Undergraduate to Graduate Studies
2 Retention and Student Success Strategies
3 Marketing and Communications
4 Financial Opportunities
5 Data Collection and IT infrastructure
SEM Indigenous Student Success Theme Areas
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 17
Support Existing and Create New Traditional Knowledge InitiativesUM has a long-history of providing culturally affirming programing through the Aboriginal Student Centre and Centre for Aboriginal Health Education
Key Activities infin Enhanced Elder-in-Residence Programsinfin Create more ceremonial spaces on a campus ndash eg Sweat Lodge Medicine Wheel Garden
of Learning Sacred Fire infin Traditional craft sessionsinfin Develop an Indigenous Awareness Weekinfin Create coordinated teaching and research network
Supporting Indigenous Knowledge
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 18
Lessons Learned hellip what you needinfin Institutional amp Senior Admin buy-in
infin Strong Indigenous networkcommunity (VOICE)
infin Allies community
infin Develop clear measurable goals
Know who you are
where yoursquove been
and where yoursquore goinghellip
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca
Indigenous Perspectives 19
Deborah Young
deborahyoungumanitobaca
Christine Cyr
christinecyrumanitobaca