The New Indigenous Student Welcome will be hosted by the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre for First Nations, Métis and Inuit students new to USask.

 

 

 The welcome will provide you with:

• Welcome and orient first-year Indigenous students to the University of Saskatchewan and the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre in a way that fosters a sense of belonging and community.
• Introduce students to the Centre’s staff, programs, and services.
• Connect new students with their peers to encourage early relationship-building and support networks.
• Offer encouragement, inspiration, and direct support to ease the transition to university.
• Create a welcoming environment that reduces anxiety and promotes a positive start to the academic journey.
• Ensure students are oriented and prepared before the busy September period begins.
• Win some great prizes such as bookstore gift certificates, school supplies and our grand prize a laptop.

 

Come build your sense of belonging and community at the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre.

 

Join us for a half-day of connection, culture, and campus exploration!
We’ll kick off with introductions to staff and students, followed by a presentation on support services. Enjoy a delicious lunch and stick around for closing remarks and exciting prizes to be won!

Everyone is welcome.