Summer 2016 R.A.S.S. Newsletter Issue 2 Ryerson Aboriginal Student Services

Ryerson Aboriginal Student Services

Peer Support at RASS

Image: Reverence for Life, by Christi Summer 2016 - HAPPY SUMMER! Belcourt. Featured: “Collection of the Wa- bano Centre of Aboriginal Health in 2013.”

RASS Locker Allocation Self-Identification RASS has been given 21 lockers near our offices If you so choose, remember to self- for student use - lockers A3214 - A3224 (near identify as Aboriginal on your OSAP KHW389) & 3929 - 3957 (near KHW 372). and Ryerson Applications. This is im- portant so that you can have information Please register your chosen locker number about and access to all of the supports with Sheila at her office (KHW389), by email and services that RASS and the universi- at [email protected] or by telephone at 416- ty have for Indigenous students. Your 979-5000 at extension 7699. information will be completely confi- dential. It is never too late to self- identify! If you need assistance with this process, please contact RASS. Reminders: 1. Do your Dishes New Students The kitchen is a shared area and occasionally we have prospective students and other visitors in Welcome to all the new students to our lounge to show the supports that we offer. Ryerson Aboriginal Student Services. You Please be mindful and clean any dishes or silver- can use this newsletter to learn about the ware that you use after each use. many great opportunities that exist near 1. Sign the Student Protocols you. This newsletter will introduce you to the many supports, resources, and cultural Please read and sign the student protocol binder events available near you that will engage the next time you visit the student space. you and encourage your success here at Ryerson.

P. 1 Summer 2016 Mark your Calendars… Issue 2 EVENTS happening at R.A.S.S.!

INFO-SESSION RASS is HIRING! August 9, 5:30 - 7:30pm, KHW389 on RASS is hiring 4 part time positions for Peer the following programs offered at Support. This contract is from September 6, Ryerson: 2016 to April 7 2017. Remember, you must be approved for Career Aboriginal Knowledges & Experiences Boost in order to apply. You may begin applying Certificate July 18th, 2016. Please send your Career Boost Are you interested in expanding your approval email, resume, cover letter and 2 knowledge on Aboriginal Knowledge? references to Sheila at [email protected] http://www.ryerson.ca/ce/aboriginal/ for more details. WELCOME! Aboriginal Foundations Program This summer we are pleased to welcome Interested in improving or refreshing your Amy Desjarlais to the RASS team as our knowledge on the academic essay? Please Academic Support Advisor. Please come contact Diane Simone by email at dsimo- by and visit her in her office, KHW389F., [email protected] or by telephone at 416-979- or email her at [email protected]. 5000 x 3326, for more information. Light refreshments will be provided. Please see the last page of this newsletter Peers are currently planning events! More for further information. information to come soon!

Volunteers Needed If you would like to volunteer for any of our events, please speak to one of the RASS staff. We will be happy to have a helping hand.

If you have any questions regarding ceremonies please email Joanne Dallaire at [email protected] or by telephone at 416-979-5000 ext. 6616

Have you found us on Facebook? We’re on Facebook! “Like” our page to keep up to date on events, announcements and other community events. Ryerson Aboriginal Student Services

P. 2 Summer 2016 ACADEMIC ANNOUNCEMENTS! Ryerson Aboriginal Student Services Issue 2

Upcoming Scholarships & Bursaries Deadlines August 14 Tuition Fee Bursary August 25 Imperial Oil SEEDS for Six Nations August 31 2016 Canada Post Aboriginal Education Incentive Awards September 11 Brian Segal Award September 15 Ryerson University Irene Gammel & Jean-Paul Boudreau September 18 Ryerson University Angela Ross Award Ryerson University Errol Aspevig Award Ryerson University George Vari Award Ryerson University Michelle Monkhouse Award Ryerson University Alumni Association Award Ryerson University Sheila Angus Cecchetto Award Ryerson University Women In Leadership Don’t forget to check out the Ryerson Awards Page for Awards that are specific to your program or faculty at http://www.ryerson.ca/currentstudents/awards/index.html If you need help applying for scholarships, bursaries, or OSAP, contact peer support at [email protected] or by telephone at 416-979-5000 x 6660.

More Scholarship and Bursary options needed? Make an account: www.scholarshipcanada.com www.yconic.com (formerly student awards) www.studentlifenetwork.com to have a list of designated scholarships and bursaries sent directly to your e-mail

P. 3 Summer 2016 ACADEMIC ANNOUNCEMENTS! Ryerson Aboriginal Student Services Issue 2

Ryerson University: Important Dates July 29: Ryerson Day (University Closed) August 1: Civic Holiday (University Closed) August 8 - 14: Last week for Spring/Summer Session. August 8: Transfer Credit Deadline for a course that begins in Fall 2016 August 9: Enrolment Appointments begin for 1st year students on RAMSS August 11: Enrolment Appointments begin for 4th+ year students August 12: Last day to apply for Fall Convocation August 15: Enrolment appointments begin for 3rd year students August 17: Enrolment appointments begin for 2nd year students August 22: Fall open enrolment begins August 269: Orientation week begins September 2: Last day to change name to appear on all fall graduation information September 5: Labour Day. University closed September 9: Final date for fall undergraduate tuition fees

If you have any questions or need academic advising, please contact Amy at 416-979-5000 ext. 6620 or your program’s program advisor.

Student Learning Support Ryerson University’s Student Learning Support Program is still running over the summer! Monday - Thursday from 1-4pm - Writing Support Drop-In Student Learning Support also helps out with Academic Accommodations, Study Skills, and much more, and can also be an additional tool to help you in school. For more information, visit www.ryerson.ca/studentlearningsupport/index.html/

P. 4 Summer 2016 R.A.S.S. ANNOUNCEMENTS! Issue 2 Ryerson Aboriginal Student Services

We are currently recruiting for our Aboriginal Foundations Program which is for individuals inter- ested in getting into university, for those interested in professional development, and current students who would like to improve their essay-writing skills. For more information, please contact the program coordinator, Diane Simone, by telephone at 416-979- 5000 at extension 3326, or by email at [email protected].

Interested in getting back into school, taking some interesting courses on Aboriginal experiences, or even just adding on to your degree? Consider the Aboriginal Knowledges and Experiences Certificate! The Aboriginal Knowledges & Experiences Certificate is a six-course certificate offered through the Chang School, flexible for both students and those looking into getting back into school. For more information, check out: http://www.ryerson.ca/ce/aboriginal/ or contact Diane Simone.

TUTORING at R.A.S.S. We are currently seeking Aboriginal students in their 2nd, 3rd or 4th years—or Aboriginal graduate students—who would be interested in joining our list of potential tutors for the 2013-2014 Academic Year. Tutors are required to have attained at least a B+ in the course they would like to tutor, and have a CGPA of at least 2.67. If you are interested in becoming an Aboriginal Tutor please contact Amanda Thompson at [email protected] .

If you are an Aboriginal Student and you are having difficulty in your course-work and would like to work with a tutor please contact Diane at [email protected] with the course you are seeking assis- tance in, as well as a brief outline what is going on. Please note—it can take 2+ weeks to find and set up a tutor for you.

Highlights Do you know of an Aboriginal staff member, faculty member or student who deserves recognition? Do you have a short teaching or quotation that you want to share? Please email Peer Support at [email protected] and we will publish it with permission.

Laptop & Equipment Borrowing There are a number of RASS Laptops, Digital Recorders, and other equipment available for stu- dent use. If you would like to sign one out, please contact Sheila at 416-979-5000 ext. 7699 or [email protected]

P. 5 Summer 2016 Ryerson Aboriginal Education Council Issue 2 Announcements!

Ryerson Aboriginal Education Council Don't forget to Like us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/RyAborlEduCouncil

CALLS FOR PROPOSALS Hello Ryerson students, staff and faculty members, Ryerson Aboriginal Education Council has released the Call for Proposals for both the Curriculum Development Fund and the Aboriginal Student / Aboriginal Faculty Support Fund.

Council looks forward to receiving your submissions by September 23, 2016, no later than 4PM. There are two Calls being released from Council:

 Curriculum Development Fund

 Aboriginal Student/Staff/ Faculty Support Fund Submission Deadline is: September 23, 2016 @ 4pm Visit our webpage to download a copy of the Call for Submissions and application forms: http://www.ryerson.ca/aec/index.html Contact Cheryl Trudeau with any questions: [email protected]

The Aboriginal Education Council (A.E.C.) at Ryerson is currently seeking Student Representatives! If you’re interested in representing Aboriginal students on the council please contact Cheryl at: [email protected]

P. 6 Summer 2016 Community Events & Announcements Issue 2 The Indigenous Students Association

Indigenous Student Association (ISA)

What: ISA is a student-run, independent, volunteer organization.

Vision: In the spirit of cooperation and global community, we wish to build, amplify and maintain Indigenous voices and concerns in Ryerson and . For the solution of prob- lems faced by Indigenous peoples in the areas of human rights, culture, the environment, de- velopment, education and health.

Who: All students with a passion for Indigenous issues are welcome to attend.

Goals:

· To represent an Indigenous voice in the Ryerson Student Union

· To represent Indigenous students on Campus

· To unite the diverse Indigenous nations

· To develop positive relationships within our association

· To support and enhance positive awareness of Indigenous issues within Ryerson

To contact us: [email protected],

If would like to learn more please contact us:  email: [email protected]  Facebook: Indigenous Students’ Association at Ryerson University  Twitter: @ISAatRyersonU

ISA Meeting ISA Executives Dates Kaitlyn Adams - Events Director All students Julianna Alton - Associate Financial Director are welcome Joleine Kasper—Secretary and encour- aged to attend Matthias Nunno—Liaison the meetings. Athena Pheasant - Financial Director The next sum- Corrina Serda—Social Communications Coordinator mer meeting is TBA in August. Mark Szkoda - Internal Communications Christian Wells - Student Relations Director

P. 7 Summer 2016 Ryerson University Issue 2 Community Events

Student Learning Support—or SLS— Academic Skills-Building Workshops August 9 - Ethical Scholarship in Student Writing, 6-7pm August 10 - Basics of Referencing and Citation Styles, 4-6pm

For more information please visit www.ryerson.ca/sls or contact Student Learning Support at [email protected] . All events take place on the 4th floor of the Student Learning Centre (SLC)

Campus Resources: Summer Hours The Good Food Centre (SCC209) Tuesday: 1-6pm. Wednesday:12-4pm. Thursday: 12-5pm The Library and Student Learning Centre (SLC) until August 14, 2016 Monday -Thursday: 8:30am - 10pm Friday: 8:30am - 7pm Saturday: 10am - 6pm Sun.:12pm - 8pm The ServiceHub Monday – Thursday: 9am - 6:30pm Friday: 10am - 4:30pm Ryerson Bookstore Monday—Friday: 9:00am—4:30 pm

RU Therapy Dogs (@rutherapydogs)  Every Monday 11:30am - 12:30pm  Kerr Hall West-73 (Lower Gym)  For more information, contact Bronwyn Dickson at [email protected]

P. 8 Summer 2016 Community Events and Announcements Issue 2 Toronto and Beyond

Upcoming Pow Wows July 30 - August 1 Wikwemkoong 56th Annual Cultural Festival, Manitoulin Island August 13-14 29th Annual Tyendinaga Mohawk Pow Wow, Tyendinaga August 20-21 Rama First Nation Annual Pow Wow, Rama August 23 Sixties Scoop Rally, Toronto August 27 Three Fires Homecoming 30th Annual Pow Wow and Traditional Gathering September 24 Native Child and Family Services 19th Annual Pow Wow

Conferences September 26-27: Prior Lake, Minnesota First Annual Conference on Native American Nutrition September 30: Ontario Institute for Studies in Education/University of Toronto, Toronto Indigenous and Decolonizing Studies in Education September 30– Oct.1: Brock University, St. Catherine's White Privilege Symposium Canada

Don’t forget to check out calendars at Miziwe Biik, Native Canadian Centre of Toronto, Council Fire, Anishnawbe Health Toronto, and other Aboriginal organizations near you!

P. 9 Summer 2016 Community Events and Announcements Issue 2 Summer Entertainment in the GTA

Free Tuesdays at the , with current Student ID Tuesdays at the with current Student ID Wednesdays from 6-9pm at the Wednesdays from 4-8pm at the Everyday at the CBC Museum Everyday at Everyday at Contemporary Art Gallery Everyday at The Toronto Sculpture Garden

Pay-What-You-Can Wednesday evenings at The Everyday at Toronto’s First Post Office Museum

Below $15 —$8 Entry with Student ID Museums run by the City of Toronto, such as the Spadina Museum and the

$15+ The

Don’t forget to check out Toronto.com

P. 10 Summer 2016 INFORMATION SESSION Issue 2 Ryerson Aboriginal Student Services