Supporting Indigenous Students: Pathways to Success at Carleton
This workshop aims to inform students, faculty, and staff about the resources and services available to Indigenous students, while fostering a deeper understanding of their experiences at university. It will highlight key supports like the CISCE, peer mentoring, Elders-in-residence, and culturally specific mental health services. The workshop will also provide strategies for creating an inclusive classroom environment and addressing challenges faced by Indigenous students, such as cultural dislocation and intergenerational trauma. Through panel discussions, group conversations, and allyship training, participants will learn how to better support Indigenous students. The session will end with a brainstorming activity to generate new ideas for enhancing student support, alongside resource materials and follow-up opportunities for continued engagement.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this workshop, staff and faculty will be able to:
- Describe supports available to Indigenous students at Carleton
- Identify strategies for creating inclusive learning environments for Indigenous students
- Formulate ideas for enhancing student support
What to expect at the session
Session length: 1.5 hours
This workshop may include the following activities:
- Periods of sitting
- Listening to a facilitator
- Discussion and interaction with colleagues
- Viewing a multimedia presentation
Carleton University embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. If you require a form of accommodation in order to participate fully in this workshop, please contact StudentSupportCertificate@carleton.ca to arrange accommodations.
CACUSS Competencies
The Student Support Certificate provides growth and development opportunities aligned with the Canadian Association of College and University Student Services’ (CACUSS) Competency Model. Supporting Indigenous Students: Pathways to Success at Carleton workshop aligns with elements of the following competencies:
- Indigenous cultural awareness
- Equity, diversity and inclusion
- Student advising, support and advocacy