NU hosts Debwendizon, an Aboriginal youth education gathering

Nipissing’s Office of Aboriginal Initiatives recently hosted Debwendizon, an Aboriginal youth education gathering, which saw aboriginal students from six local high schools come to campus to learn more about the university and what sets NU apart.
A total of 33 students participated in the event from the following high schools: Widdifield, St. Joseph Scollard Hall, Chippewa, West Ferris, Northern and Nbisiing.

The students were treated to an extensive tour of the university as well as a variety of presentations and hands-on interactions with faculty and staff.

Presenters included:John Picard and Kevin Hawker from Student RecruitmentLauren Asher and her team from Residence LifeEmily Couchie from the Aboriginal Advantage ProgramCorina Irwin from the Biology department presenting on Mammalian characteristicsHilary and Gail from the Harris Learning LibraryVito Castiglione from the Robert J. Surtees Student Athletics CentreLouise Moir and Amberleigh Kelly from the Nursing DepartmentPeter Nosko from the Biology department 
Feeling like you missed an opportunity to demonstrate and participate? Fear not!  On February 4 and 5, 2015, Nipissing Office of Aboriginal Initiatives will be hosting an entirely new group of students for a regional version of Debwendizon. This is the time to highlight your program and facility to some fantastic high school students. 

For more information, check out the web page, here.

Looking to get involved in Debwendizon? ContactChett Monague, in the Office of Aboriginal Initiatives