Episode #7 Elder Theresa Gladue: Traditional Medicine, Culture & Community
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Starting university can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially for first-year students.
The On-Campus Friendship Centre supports a smooth transition for students entering the community to become college students.
The first and only of its kind in Canada, the On-Campus Friendship Centre is located in the heart of the Northwestern Polytechnic campus in Grande Prairie, Alberta. It is a hub for students to connect, engage, and build relationships. It's a vibrant space that fosters inclusivity and a sense of belonging.
In today's episode, Sammy Paquette, a student at Northwestern Polytechnic, sat down with Cree Elder Theresa Gladue to discuss her various roles at the college and why the friendship centre is so vital for students. Theresa is a storyteller, knowledge keeper, playwright, advocate, and mentor to many. Here is their interview
To learn more about Northwestern Polytechnic and the On-Campus Friendship Centre, check out the link:
https://www.nwpolytech.ca/services/indigenous/friendshipcentre.html
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