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TRU Aboriginal Planning Priorities

This document outlines Thompson Rivers University's commitment to becoming the university of choice for Aboriginal students and First Nations. The strategic plan emphasizes fostering local, global, and Aboriginal cultural understanding through targeted recruitment, retention strategies, and community engagement. Initiatives include mentorship programs, indigenization events, and partnerships with Aboriginal communities. The plan also aims to enhance academic offerings, professional development, and support services to create a welcoming environment for Aboriginal students and contribute to their success.

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TRU Aboriginal Planning Priorities

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  1. TRU Aboriginal Planning Priorities December 18, 2013 Nathan Matthew

  2. University of Choice A Strategic Plan commitment to be: “The University of Choice for Aboriginal Students and First Nations”

  3. Academic Plan TRU students will engage in local, global, and Aboriginal cultural understanding

  4. Enrolment • Recruitment • Orientation • SD73 Transition Day

  5. Retention • Research Research Chair, Aboriginal Maternal & Child Health Retention • Communication • Website • Facebook • Support services

  6. Success • Tutoring • Mentorship • TRU Start

  7. Indigenization Ceremony • Convocation Blessing Drum song • Recognition of traditional territory • Artwork • Flags • Faculty Handbook

  8. Indigenization Events Aboriginal Awareness Week Reconciliation Day International Days Elders Lunch Aboriginal themed conferences Aboriginal Faculty, Administration members

  9. Relevant Program Development Partnerships/Agreements with Aboriginal communities & organizations • Community engagement Services • Coordination • Life Skills • Transitions • Counseling

  10. Relevant Program Development • Tutoring • Elders • Wellness • Lunch Wednesdays • Emergency funding

  11. Relevant Program Development COURSES • First Nations languages • Economics • Nursing • Trades & Technology • Indigenous Leadership (in progress) PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  12. Relevant Program Development COMMUNITY BASED PROGRAMS • Open Learning Centres • Community-based programs

  13. Strategic Directions Enrolment Retention Relationships/agreements Aboriginal faculty Sustainable funding

  14. Kukstemc! • Comments? • Questions?

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