Indigenous Students' Union

The ISU is having their social year-end event at Louis' pub, and everyone is welcomed! After a season of finals, come on out for some karaoke. We have door prizes and a photobooth. It will be a good time.

Tonight! April 22nd, from 7pm to 11pm 🙌🏽🧡✨️

The ISU is having their social year-end event at Louis' pub, and everyone is welcomed! After a season of finals, come on out for some karaoke. We have door prizes and a photobooth! It will be a good time.

Tomorrow, Monday, April 22nd, from 7pm to 11pm 🙌🏽🧡✨️

Last Wednesday marked the end of a memorable journey with the Intro to Powwow and Beginner Drum Group classes. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre and Oyateki Partnership for their unwavering support. Our deepest gratitude goes to the participants who made these events a success. These classes provided a platform for students to practice singing and dancing, fostering a strong sense of cultural identity and a community where meaningful connections were made.

Students shared how they appreciated the space to learn how to sing and the opportunity to drum. They were taught the basics behind singing, such as how to keep the beat, where to sing from, and the stories behind the drums. The dancers were taught the origins of each dance style and the basics of keeping in time with the drum as they danced. We had multiple guest dancers share their stories with those in attendance to shed some light on what it’s like to be a powwow dancer.

Our final class included both groups coming together to create a ‘powwow’ style class with a grand entry, each group dancing their respective category, and finishing with a round dance.

As we mark the end of a successful term, we can’t help but look forward to the next. We are immensely grateful to our facilitators who generously shared their time and knowledge with our students. We are thrilled to announce that both classes will resume in the upcoming 2024/2025 school year, and we eagerly await the return of familiar faces and the arrival of new participants.

Starting this Evening, the ISU will be hosting Study Nights at the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Center.

Snacks are provided, and don't be shy to stop by the ISU office to say hi and meet our members!

This event will be happening from Monday April 8th to Friday April 12th, from 4pm to 9pm!

Celebrating the end of the winter term with new faces in the Indigenous Students Union. Good luck on your finals, everyone 💪🏽 ✨️

Front row (L-R): Justice Noon, Nevaeh Bear, John Tootoosis

Middle row (L-R) Taihre Lafond, Acagos Carriere, Kal Ledoux, Hannah Bird

Back row (L-R) Tianna Sangwais, Jerrica Prettyshield, Trayce Williams, Maria Hirsi

Missing, and on our P.A campus: Tia Lee McCallum

Did you know that over the weekend, a small group of Indigenous USASK students participated in an Indigenous STEM (Science, Technology, engineering, and mathematics) conference called AISES in Vancouver, B.C?

AISES promotes Indigenous STEM growth through opportunity and community. It is a chance to fuse Indigenous culture and science together into meaningful and practical action.

Did you also know that U of S has a chapter of its own? Pictured are Dylan Bauman (civil engineering), the president of the USASK AISES chapter, with the president of the Indigenous Students' Union Justice Noon (environmental science). Members of the USASK chapter had a great weekend learning, networking, connecting, and exploring many ideas! Our hosts, the West Coast Indigenous, know what's up ✊🏽🧡

Def check out the USASK AISES at .caises for events and meetings, including the region 5 conference at the University of Saskatchewan in May!

For more info on Indigenous STEM and AISES, check out the Canadian website: https://www.aises.org/membership/caises
AISES in Canada

Presenting the new ISU logo. The idea is to highlight and honor the many Indigenous students who come from different regions of Turtle Island and are currently studying at the University of Saskatchewan. All together, there are 13 different plants incorporated into the logo. Each plant is utilized by many First Nations, Metis, and Inuit people. The concept "All our Relations" include the plant life. These plants symbolize a vital aspect of Indigenous identity through land context. Not only is reconciliation a responsibility on behalf of non-Indigenous and Indigenous peoples, but it also embodies a collective journey of reconnection, bridging Indigenous peoples to All our Relations. The plants included are Rat Root (Sweet Flag), Alder, Wormwood, Wild Ginger, Juniper, Wild Mint, Devil’s Club, Chokecherry, False Hellebore, Sweetgrass, Sage, To***co, and Cedar.

From yesterday's bi-election results, join me in saying congratulations to our new elected members!

V.P of Finance: Jerrica Prettyshield
Director of Research: Johnny Cross
Secretary Treasurer: Trayce Williams
V.P of Student Affairs: Taihre Lafond
Director of Culture - women's/2S counterpart: Nevaeh Bear

We are so excited to have you join the team!

Our 7th candidate for Director of Research: John Tootoosis (Johnny Cross).

Vote today until Thursday, February 1st, at 4:30pm.
If you have poclaimed as an Indigenous student through the U of S, you are eligible to vote! Search under, 'my elections, and cast your vote today 🙌🏽

Our 6th candidate: Nevaeh Bear for Director of Culture - women's/2S counterpart

Vote today until Thursday, February 1st, at 4:30pm.
If you have poclaimed as an Indigenous student through the U of S, you are eligible to vote! Search under, 'my elections, and cast your vote today 🙌🏽

Our fifth candidate: Trayce Williams for Secretary Treasurer.

Vote today until Thursday, February 1st, at 4:30pm.
If you have poclaimed as an Indigenous student through the U of S, you are eligible to vote! Search under, 'my elections, and cast your vote today 🙌🏽

The ISU presents a beginners drum group class starting next Wednesday, February 7th, 2024, and will continue biweekly. No experience is necessary, and it is open to all USASK Indigenous students interested in learning about the stories, songs, and drum beats. ⚡️✊🏽 🧡

Our fourth candidate for Vice President of Finance: Jerrica Prettyshield

Vote today until Thursday, February 1st, at 4:30pm.
If you have poclaimed as an Indigenous student through the U of S, you are eligible to vote! Search under, 'my elections, and cast your vote today 🙌🏽

Our third candidate: Malcolm McKay for Vice President of Student Affairs.

Vote today until Thursday, February 1st, at 4:30pm.
If you have poclaimed as an Indigenous student through the U of S, you are eligible to vote! Search under, 'my elections, and cast your vote today 🙌🏽

Our second candidate: Zoe Kostuchuk for Vice President of Student Affairs.

Vote today until Thursday, February 1st, at 4:30 pm.
If you have poclaimed as an Indigenous student through the U of S, you are eligible to vote! Search under, 'my elections, and cast your vote today 🙌🏽

Our first candidate: Taihre Lafond for Vice President of Student Affairs.

Vote today until Thursday, February 1st, at 4:30pm.
If you have poclaimed as an Indigenous student through the U of S, you are eligible to vote! Search under, 'my elections, and cast your vote today 🙌🏽

The ISU bi-election opened today at 4:30pm and ends next Thursday, February 1st, 2024, at 4:30pm. We have many amazing candidates running for election and represent you through student advocacy here at the U of S. If you are a self-declared Indigenous student at the U of S, search under 'my elections' and cast your vote today!

We have a few campaign posters of the candidates' platforms coming soon. Stay tuned.

A friendly reminder that nomination forms for the ISU bi-election are due today for 430pm.

Drop off at the Gordon Oakes front desk or email to [email protected] ☺️

Hey everyone! As representatives of the Indigenous students on campus, the ISU are looking for members to take part in an advocacy committee with the USSU. We need 4 Indigenous students, who will be participating with both of the presidents of the ISU and USSU, and the two student councilors of the ISU. Time commitment is twice a month (for now, as we are looking to have this changed to a lower frequency), and you don't need to be a student councilor of the ISU, you're already a member! You have a chance to have your voice heard on what needs to be addressed on campus. Send a msg our way if you are interested.

Tansi
Today is the official opening day for the ISU bi-elections. Consider running for 1 of the 5 positions:

Director of Culture - women's/2S counterpart
Director of Research
Secretary Treasurer
VP finance
VP Student Affairs

Click on the photo to see a summary of each position. Attached are the nomination forms where you can run for your desired position, and get 10 signatures from Indigenous Students. Deadline is next Wednesday January 24th. Email filled forms to [email protected] or drop off at front desk of the Gordon Oakes Redbear Student centre.

No experience is necessary for each position. Just a desire to learn!

Questions, inquiries, concerns, or curiosities? Send an email our way or a dm in our social medias.

Did you know nominations for the ISU bi-election opens tomorrow?

Being part of the Indigenous Students' Union gives you an opportunity to learn and cultivate student leadership skills, to be part of the community and the team, and to refine your voice in advocacy work. It's a good time.

Consider running for the following 5 positions available (with 3 of the positions being recently created):

-V.P Student Affairs
-Director of Research
-Secretary Treasurer
-Director of Culture - the women's/2spirit counterpart
-V.P of Finance

Tomorrow (Wednesday, January 17th), positions will be posted on our social media pages, with the summaries of what each position entails, followed by an elections sign up form that you need to fill out.

No need for specific experience, just a willingness to learn!

Questions about the positions or bi-election, or just generally curious? Send us a msg through our social medias, or by email at [email protected] 🧡🙌🏽⚡️

New event coming up! Intro to Powwow with Tianna Sangwais and Piita Thunderchild. This event is brought to you by the Inidigenous Students’ Union and the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre!

Happy Holidays from the Indigenous Students' Union.

Wishing you rest and relaxtion from a very studious term and final exams season. You deserve it!

Members:
Kal Ledoux (Director of Culture)
Maria Hirshi (V.P Member of Student Council)
Acagos Carrier (Director of Events)
Justice Noon (President)
Hannah Bird (V.P Internal Communications)
Tianna Sangwais (V.P Member of Student Council)
Missing: Tia-Lee McCallum (Director of Public Relations).

See you next year!

The Indigenous Students' Union will be hosting Study Nights all week at the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre.
When: starting today, Monday decimeter 11th till Friday December 15th from 4pm to 9pm.

Come study at the Gordon Oakes. We will be opening our office, with a couple of members in each day. Come stop by and say hi and get to know your union. The Indigenous Student Centre is your community and a home away from home. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

We also want to thank the Vice Provost Indigenous engagement office, Oyateki, for sponsorship.

See you all this week!

The Gordon Oaks and Indigenous Students’ Union presents: The Full Moon Ceremony. This is happening on November 26th at 7PM at the Gordon Oaks Red Bear Student Centre. Any inquiries? Contact [email protected]. We will see you there!

Good afternoon everyone! The results are in and are as followed:

Director of Public Relations: Tia McCullum
Vice President Member of Student Council: Tianna Sangwais and Maria Hirsi
Director of Culture: Kal Ledoux
Vice President Internal Communications: Hannah Bird
Director of Events: Acagos Carrier
President: Justice Noon

Thank you so much for taking the time to cast your vote. These individuals were elected by you, the Indigenous student body. We look forward to doing some great work together. Congratulations to the members of the ISU 2023 - 2024.

Our 10th and final candidate: Tia Lee McCallum for Director of Public Relations.

Voting ends tonight at 9pm!

Our 9th candidate: Hailey Rose for Director of Events.

Voting closes tonight at 9pm!

Introducing our 8th candidate: Acagos Carriere who is running for the Director of Events position

Log into paws to cast your vote!