Indigenous Student Orientation and Welcome
- Date
- September 12, 2024
- Time
- 1:00 PM EDT - 5:30 PM EDT
- Location
- POD-250, Podium building (380 Victoria Street, 2nd floor)
- Open To
- Indigenous students (Indigenous faculty and staff are invited to join to learn more about our services)
- Contact
- Bradley Gibson bradley.gibson@torontomu.ca
Are you a new or returning Indigenous student at TMU? Join Gdoo-maawnjidimi Mompii Indigenous Student Services for an engaging afternoon as we warmly welcome new students and reconnect with returning students. This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the Indigenous community, discover services and participate in ceremonies, drumming, singing and dancing. Meet Indigenous staff and fellow students, and enjoy a hands-on craft activity.
Light refreshments will be provided and all of those who register will be eligible to win door prizes, including Campus Store, coffee and grocery store gift cards.
Participants will also be invited to meet on and off-campus partners and learn about services and supports available to you.
Stay for the whole event or drop in when you can.
Agenda
- 1 p.m. - Doors open
- 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. - Drop in space to visit on and off-campus partners, participate in crafting and enjoy refreshments
- 3 p.m. - Community circle, welcome ceremony, drumming and singing
- 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. - Dinner
This event is wheelchair accessible
The university is committed to the accessibility and inclusion of persons with disabilities. If you require any additional accessibility accommodations to ensure your full participation, please let us know on the registration form or contact us.
Questions?
If you have any questions, please email Bradley Gibson, Indigenous Academic Support Advisor, Gdoo-maawnjidimi Mompii Indigenous Student Services, at bradley.gibson@torontomu.ca.