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.

 

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

Join us for a day of connection, culture, and campus exploration! Kick off things with an activity of BINGO, meet staff, Elders and student leaders, explore campus resources at our Mini Expo, and enjoy a boxed lunch with new friends. Hear from guest speaker Dene Cho, then unwind with sweet treats and chats during our Candy Bar & Chat. Wrap up the day with The Seven Stops: A Campus Quest, a fun and meaningful campus search, and a chance to win great prizes!

Everyone is welcome.