Bringing a new perspective
By Kris Foster
May 11, 2012, 9:11 am
Jared Brown is the newly elected University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union (USSU) president, and he is also the first Aboriginal student to step into that position.
Architect Douglas Cardinal unveils plans for new student centre
By OCN
May 10, 2012, 1:12 pm
The University of Saskatchewan unveiled new design plans for the long-anticipated Gordon Oakes-Red Bear Student Centre at a special event May 9.
U of S researchers partner with First Nations, U of R, FNUniv on $1.5 million respiratory health initiative
Research news
April 24, 2012, 11:28 am
Saskatchewan First Nations communities may soon breathe easier thanks to knowledge created by researchers from the University of Saskatchewan, University of Regina, and First Nations University of Canada, in partnership with the communities of Beardy’s and Okemasis First Nation, and Montreal Lake Cree Nation.
The Robotics Challenge
Kirk Sibbald
December 12, 2011, 11:31 am
A partnership between the Saskatoon Tribal Council (STC), the University of Saskatchewan and various science-based businesses culminated in a new outreach program aimed at young Aboriginal students.
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U of S enters into partnership with Yukon College
By OCN
December 5, 2011, 2:41 pm
The University of Saskatchewan and Yukon College entered into a partnership today that will enable the sharing of programs, research and other resources for the benefit of both institutions. University of Saskatchewan President Peter MacKinnon and Yukon College President Karen Barnes formalized the agreement by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the U of S this afternoon.
Building opportunity for outreach and engagement
By Colleen MacPherson
November 28, 2011, 8:42 am
The university’s focus on outreach and engagement is getting a boost with the establishment of two new offices within University Advancement that are designed to create a front door to the institution.
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Elder shares traditional teaching
Bob Florence
October 25, 2011, 11:00 am
Randall Tetlichi never had TV growing up in the north. Look at him now. A while ago he went on a big network show in the U.S.
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Gordon Oakes-Red Bear centre to proceed
By Colleen MacPherson
October 8, 2011, 9:24 am
At a special event held Oct. 4, it was announced the University of Saskatchewan will proceed with construction of the Gordon Oakes-Red Bear Student Centre, a project President Peter MacKinnon described as “a long journey for all of us.”
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Researcher partners with community on gang prevention for documentary
Research News
October 5, 2011, 10:54 am
U of S Native Studies researcher Caroline Tait and her community partners are hosting a public documentary film launch, panel discussion and fundraiser on October 7, all aimed at raising awareness and seeking solutions to child welfare and gang involvement in Saskatoon.
Reynolds focuses on building Aboriginal awareness
By Kris Foster
September 22, 2011, 10:26 am
Aboriginal initiatives have been a significant aspect of the university’s integrated plans, and the College of Education is following suit in its new plan with a comprehensive training program for faculty and staff.
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Education and research investment for northern communities
By OCN
September 12, 2011, 10:59 am
Researchers from the University of Saskatchewan’s International Centre for Northern Governance and Development were joined by members of the Government of Saskatchewan and Cameco Corporation to announce new investments in research and education for northern Saskatchewan.
Ile a la Crosse community and U of S researcher teach children healthy lifestyles
By Victoria Martinez
June 9, 2011, 11:21 am
Children in Ile a la Crosse are playing more and learning to eat healthily thanks to a community-based research project led by University of Saskatchewan PhD student Sarah Oosman.
Supporting Aboriginal arts: Morgan speaks at U of S
By OCN
June 1, 2011, 11:11 am
The state of cultural policy in Canada raises important questions about the future of public support for Aboriginal arts and culture while pointing to several issues that can be applied to cultural development as a whole.
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