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Indigenous Liaison Advisor (Weeshengaawin)
The Indigenous Liaison Advisor is a point of first contact for students of First Nation, Métis and Inuit ancestry. We can help you with your questions and find your way around so you can start your education with confidence. We provide support and guidance via virtual advising meetings or over the phone for the following areas:
- application process and admission requirement,
- registration, including document submissions, and;
- connection to other Indigenous Student Support team members.
Indigenous Liaison Advisors also build relationships by working cooperatively with Indigenous communities and band councils, consulting with faculty, liaising with Indigenous organizations, and connecting with employers. These relationships are developed to assist students in their career connections, funding sponsorship, urban adjustment, and familiarity with Red River College.
The Indigenous Recruitment and Advising team is thinking of you. Things may look a little different this year, but we’re still committed to working with you and keeping you informed about all things Red River College. We are available to support and assist aspiring Indigenous students and their communities with full-time and part-time programs available at RRC.
While we are unable to visit your schools and communities this fall, we look forward to reconnecting with you virtually.
Virtual Information Sessions & Workshops
Indigenous Student Information Session
We are offering 45-minute virtual sessions for Indigenous Students to provide you with the information you need when considering applying to Red River College. You’ll get a general overview of our Indigenous Education programs, as well as admission requirements, Indigenous supports, financial aid and awards, and instructions on how to apply. Each session includes time for questions at the end of the presentation. These sessions are open to prospective Indigenous students and their support networks. Please email indigrecruit@rrc.ca to register for an Indigenous Student Information Session:
- Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020 / 10am
- Thursday, Nov.19, 2020 / 7pm
- Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020 / 12pm
Indigenous Application Workshop
Looking for a more detailed workshop about applying to Red River College, Financial Aid and Awards? The Indigenous Liaison Advisor and the Financial Officer will walk aspiring students through a 45-minute virtual demonstration of the application process and provide tips on how to apply for Indigenous student financial aid and awards, bursaries and scholarships. Each workshop includes time for questions at the end of the presentation. These events are open to prospective Indigenous students and their support networks. Please email indigrecruit@rrc.ca to register for the Indigenous Application Workshop:
- Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020 / 5pm
- Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020 /12pm
Indigenous Education Program Information Sessions
Want to learn more about the School of Indigenous Education Programs? We are offering 45-minute virtual sessions for Indigenous Students to provide you with the information you need about your Indigenous program of choice. We’ll provide a general overview of each program, discuss specific requirements and related career options, and connect you with our faculty. Each session includes time for questions at the end of the presentation. These sessions are open to prospective Indigenous students and their support networks. Please email indigrecruit@rrc.ca to register for an Indigenous Education Specific Program Information Session:
- Indigenous Languages- Inninew (Cree)/ Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) – Friday, Oct. 31, 2020 / 11am
- Introduction to Trades – Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020 / 11am
- Social Innovation & Community Development – Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020 / 11am
- Pathway to Business, Creative Communications and Digital Technology Programs – Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020 / 5pm
- Pathway to Engineering Technology Programs – Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020 / 5pm
- Pathway to Health Programs – Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020 / 5pm
- College Transition – Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020 / 2pm
- Culinary Skills – Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020 / 2pm
Virtual Class Presentations and Campus Tours
We are also happy to set up a virtual presentation or virtual campus tour with your class or a group of interested prospective students. To request a Red River College Indigenous recruitment presentation or virtual tour, please email indigrecruit@rrc.ca We look forward to connecting with you!
Wi-Fi/Internet free Presentations
We recognize that not everyone has an excellent Internet connection and that virtual presentations can use up more data than some have available. Our team has developed packages that include pre-recorded presentations and resources with all the same information as a live virtual presentation. If you think your class or community would benefit from this resource, please email indigrecruit@rrc.ca We look forward to connecting with you!
COMING SOON
Please keep checking back as we will be adding more Virtual Information Sessions and Workshops that will include some of our current Indigenous students and alumni as guest speakers.
NOTE: The upcoming fall term will be largely directed by public health protocols, their impact on campus operations and the safety of our faculty, staff and students. The College needs to move forward based on the information we have right now – and that means assuming we will still be providing alternative delivery of programs and service this fall. Please contact us if you have any questions about this.
Remember, we are here to help and we look forward to connecting with you soon.
