Qui nous sommes
The only faculty of its kind in North America, Native Studies is a warm, friendly and safe space that nurtures a family-like environment of student-led learning. Our team of faculty and staff are world leaders in the exciting and multi-dimensional discipline of Indigenous studies, and we are excited to welcome you here.
In this space, you will make friends for life and pursue an education that foregrounds reciprocal, sustainable, community-based learning. Our faculty, staff, students and alumni are motivated and equipped to produce lasting change in the world. Be a part of it!
Ce que nous faisons
Our Vision
To produce a better society by educating Indigenous and non-Indigenous students to be responsible citizens through excellent community engagement, teaching and research focused on the complexity of Indigenous issues and thought.
Our Mission
To produce graduates across the university who have respect for Indigenous knowledges, who are educated about Indigenous histories and contemporary issues, and who can work collaboratively with Indigenous communities and peoples.
Our Values
The Faculty of Native Studies values:
- our autonomy as a Faculty within the academy
- interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches
- the relevance of Native perspectives and Indigenous knowledge
- the contribution of Elders to teaching, research and sense of direction
- our interactions and connections with Native communities
- the promotion of Indigenous languages
- the scholarly standards of the academy for the creation and dissemination of knowledge
