department of Indigenous studies News Archive
Mythbusting: Residential Schools were well-intentioned
June 20, 2024 —
For National Indigenous History month, we're looking to dispel some myths that may be held around Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Sean Carleton, associate professor, in the Department of History and Department of Indigenous Studies addresses the critical issue of residential school denialism, a form of misinformation that distorts the facts about the residential school system.
Mythbusting: Indigenous Peoples get everything for free
June 18, 2024 —
As part of National Indigenous History month, we take a look at dispelling some myths that may be held around the Indigenous Peoples. Watch our first video with Niigaan Sinclair, graduate chair and professor in the Department of Indigenous studies, columnist and sought-after voice on education, politics and reconciliation.
Faculty of Arts
CBC British Columbia: Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc says ‘215’ search for truth continues
May 27, 2024 —
Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc says '215' search for truth continues
UM Faces and Spaces: Pat Ningewance-Nadeau, Department of Indigenous Studies
May 3, 2024 —
Maintaining the vitality of Indigenous languages, especially the Ojibwe language is Pat Ningewance-Nadeau's passion. Read on to find out more about Pat and her exciting role in the Star Wars universe.
St. John's College
Sean Carleton helps put truth before reconciliation
April 11, 2024 —
Dr. Sean Carleton, a visiting St John’s College fellow, settler historian, and assistant professor in history and Indigenous studies, uses his teaching, research, and service to help put truth before reconciliation.
Faculty of Arts
CBC B.C.: Calls for Quesnel mayor to step down
April 5, 2024 —
CBC B.C.: Calls for Quesnel mayor to step down
Faculty of Arts
Valour FC: “It’s so important for us to get the Indigenous community involved in what we’re trying to build. This jersey helps in that.”
April 4, 2024 —
“It’s so important for us to get the Indigenous community involved in what we’re trying to build. This jersey helps in that.”
St. John's College
Aspiring to make a difference for Indigenous success
April 2, 2024 —
Prior to coming to the UM, Jasmine spent a year in an Indigenous military program in Ontario. Upon completing her program and getting accepted to the UM, an advisor at the Indigenous Student Centre on campus recommended to Jasmine to live in St. John’s Residence in her preparation for first year.
Faculty of Arts
CTV Winnipeg: ‘These languages are endangered’: Expert weighs in on Indigenous Languages Day
April 1, 2024 —
CTV Winnipeg: 'These languages are endangered': Expert weighs in on Indigenous Languages Day
Research and International
Twelve UM researchers receive Insight Development Grants
March 13, 2024 —
Twelve new UM research projects seeking to build knowledge and understanding about people and societies have received federal funding.