Science Programs. The Advisors have continual daily contact with First Nations students to provide support, assistance and encouragement with their educational/career goals. To raise awareness of Aboriginal peoples the Advisors have also coordinated workshops and sharing circles inviting all students and College staff. The Coordinator and Advisors work closely with Aboriginal Organizations and First Nation Education Authorities to share student progress and concerns and information on Northern College Programs and Services. A Viewbook was created and produced in both English and Cree with the main theme being life long learning and the "paths" to take to increase academic levels and credentials. This information package is now in continual use along the Xxxxx Bay coast and other First Nation communities to encourage and outline the benefits of education. Northern College hosted Aboriginal Awareness workshops throughout the academic year, topics included residential schools, an oral history of First Nations people, and medicine wheel teachings. These workshops were intended to create awareness with students and staff. The Aboriginal Summer Orientation program was well attended by local Aboriginal students and the Xxxxx Bay area Aboriginal students. The students were introduced to staff and the college environment at the Porcupine Campus. In addition, they were able to become familiar with the City of Timmins and the local organizations. Feedback was positive from the students regarding the orientation program. Northern College hosts a traditional annual PowWow and is looking forward to celebrating its tenth. This event is family orientated and is promoted to the community and college students. The intent of the annual PowWow is to strengthen Aboriginal identities and community bonds.
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