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The Wren | 2 Secwépemc-led businesses you can support during this holiday season

Alumni Ashley Michel and Ed Jensen share stories behind their art and Secwépemc-led businesses. Read more

Students from 23 First Nations comprise water treatment class

Indigenous students from 23 First Nations are earning their diploma as a cohort in TRU's Water and Wastewater Technology program.

MBA grad lands dream job supporting Indigenous communities

Victoria MacDonald says hard work, taking risks and her MBA have opened doors to a career she believes will make positive change.

Coyote Project moves Indigenization forward

Initiated to strengthen Indigenization, TRU's Coyote Project has improved connections and understanding across the university and beyond.

Upcoming Events
Past Events

Secwepemc Welcome, Protocols and Drumming – Indigenous Awareness Week

Join us for Secwepemc Welcome, Protocols and Drumming on Monday, March 3 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Brown Family House of Learning, room 190.

Powwow Night – Indigenous Awareness Week

Join us for Powwow Night on Tuesday, March 4 from 6 - 9 p.m. at the Grand Hall, Campus Activity Centre.

Elders’ Luncheon – Indigenous Awareness Week

Join us for the Elders' Luncheon on Tuesday, March 4 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Grand Hall, Campus Activity Centre.

Métis Social Night Michif language, food, cultural activities – Indigenous Awareness Week

Join us for Métis Social Night Michif language, food, cultural activities on Wednesday, March 5 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at All My Relations.

TRU Indigenous Student Leader Presentations – Indigenous Awareness Week

Join us for TRU Indigenous Student Leader Presentations on Thursday, March 6 from noon - 3 p.m. at the second floor, OLARA.

Hand Drumming – all nations welcome to share songs – Indigenous Awareness Week

Join us for Hand Drumming on Friday, March 7 from 6 - 8 p.m. at Cplul’kw’ten, House 5.

Secwepemctsín Language Lessons with Alexis Gottfriedson – Indigenous Awareness Week

Join us for Secwepemctsín Language Lessons on Friday, March 7 from noon - 1 p.m. at second floor, OLARA.

Indigenous Awareness Week

A variety of activities take place every year in late February. Past events have included a fashion show, an elders luncheon, a bannock bake-off, and more. » Learn more

Orientation

TRU Services for Indigenous Students hosts a variety of welcome events and activities for Indigenous students as classes get started in the fall.

Powwow

A traditional powwow takes place every year in late February or early March. It attracts people from near and far and of all ages for competitive and recreational performances.

Transitions to post-secondary day

High school students spend the day on campus to learn what TRU has to offer through workshops, activities, tours and interactions with faculty and staff.

High school science and health sciences camp