Honoring Orange Shirt Day: A Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation

Honoring Orange Shirt Day: A Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation

Every year on September 30th, we honor Orange Shirt Day and the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, a day dedicated to reflecting on the painful legacy of the residential school system and supporting the ongoing journey of Truth and Reconciliation. This day reminds everyone that Every Child Matters and…

Volume 9 Launch: Exploring Indigenous Leadership Through Research and Reflection

Volume 9 Launch: Exploring Indigenous Leadership Through Research and Reflection

In recognition of Truth and Reconciliation Day (TRC Day) on September 30th, we are proud to announce the release of Volume 9 of the Knowledge Makers Journal. This edition showcases a powerful collection of essays, research, and reflections written by Indigenous students from across disciplines at Thompson Rivers University. Each…

Welcoming the University of Waikato: A Week of Cultural Exchange at TRU

Welcoming the University of Waikato: A Week of Cultural Exchange at TRU

We recently hosted a delegation from the University of Waikato, marking an enriching week of cultural immersion and academic exchange. The visit was part of an ongoing collaboration between TRU and the University of Waikato, focused on deepening connections and sharing knowledge across cultures. The week began with a powerful…

Back Due to Popular Demand – ‘Code Crafters’ Returns this October!

Back Due to Popular Demand – ‘Code Crafters’ Returns this October!

We are thrilled to bring back our coding workshop this fall, thanks to the overwhelming response we received earlier this year. If you missed out last time or simply want to continue building your skills, now’s your chance! Mark your calendars for October 3rd, 2024, from 10:00 am to 12:00…

Fall 2024 Research Assistant Position

Fall 2024 Research Assistant Position

Job Title: Student Research Assistant – Knowledge Makers Location: Thompson Rivers University Position Type: Contract Part-time Wage: $28/hour About Knowledge Makers: Knowledge Makers is dedicated to empowering Indigenous students in their research journeys. We focus on fostering a supportive community that values Indigenous knowledge, research, and leadership. Our program is…

MHRC-Mitacs Indigenous Mental Health Studentships worth 15,000$

Calling all Indigenous student mental-health researchers! Deadline: November 30, 2023 at 11.59pm EDT MHRC is proud to partner with Mitacs on this funding opportunity for Indigenous university, college or postgraduate students across the country to work with their academic supervisor and partner with a local service provider or Indigenous community…

Apply for Volume 9 Today AND go to New Zealand!

Weyt-kp xwexwéytep!  Knowledge makers is very excited to announce that the call for participants is officially open for Volume 9! This program will be offered through blended delivery both on campus and to Undergraduate/Graduate Indigenous students at a distance on February 25th & 26th. Once students complete this two day workshop,…