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Hello Advising Network,
My heart goes out to our Indigenous community members with the devastating reminder of the inhumane treatment towards Indigenous peoples, and why we need to do more, learn more and stand strong beside our colleagues and students. I also acknowledge that learning about this painful lived history may be difficult, especially if you are new to Canada or Ryerson, but it is important.
See below for learning opportunities, Registrar updates and an opportunity to receive funding to support hiring a TRSM student.
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Understanding Egerton Ryerson's History
Knowing the history of Aboriginal relations in Canada, the history of education before and after European settlement, and, in particular Egerton Ryerson's role in Aboriginal education, is integral in supporting our students and colleagues. There are many resources available to assist you in learning more, including the perspective of Professor Anne Spice in the May 11, 2021 Globe and Mail, available through the Library.
Northwestern explains, "It is important to understand the longstanding history that has brought you to reside on the land, and to seek to understand your place within that history... colonialism is a current ongoing process, and we need to build our mindfulness of our present participation.”
Indigenous Elder Joanne Dallaire's message and President Mohamed Lachemi's message about the Kamloops residential school and burial site provides more information and supports.
And while the current session of Time for Reflection and Dialogue with Elder Joanne Dallaire is full, watch the Learning Events calendar Wellbeing section for more opportunities.
Amy Desjarlais, the FNTI (First Nations Technical Institute) Co-ordinator in the School of Social Work, has put together some resources & actions Non-Indigenous folks can take in solidarity with Indigenous folks & Residential school survivors and their families.
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Aboriginal Knowledges and Experiences
Explore, analyze and reflect on the experiences of Aboriginal Peoples in Canada and their relationship with non-Aboriginal people through The Chang School, Aboriginal Worldviews and Education through the University of Toronto or Indigenous Canada through the University of Alberta.
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Office of the Registrar Updates
ServiceHub
The ServiceHub has been busy! As we wrapped up the winter term, we leapt right into spring/summer while handling incoming fall inquiries.
To support our new students, the ServiceHub has some exciting initiatives. We would love it if you shared them with your colleagues and students.
- New students webpage - highlights important quick links, FAQs and resources.
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One-stop solutions webinar series - the ServiceHub presents how students can successfully navigate getting set up for success in the upcoming school year by utilizing our services.
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Twitter, Facebook and Instagram: @RUServiceHub - share our social media as we provide students with important reminders and deadlines to ensure they stay ahead of the game.
We look forward to connecting with you and your students!
Student Financial Assistance
It was an extremely busy start to the spring/summer semester for the Student Financial Assistance (SFA) team! There are lots of important events and deadlines to note. For detailed information, please refer to SFA’s June newsletter.
New Websites
As you have probably noticed, the Office of the Registrar has new and improved websites. Of particular note, are the Faculty and Administrative site, Support and Advising, and Admin Tutorials.
Should you find any broken links in the coming weeks or have any feedback on the new site, please contact Samantha Read, Assistant Director, Communications, at s2read@ryerson.ca.
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OSAP 101 For Academic Advisors
Thursday, June 24, 2021, 1 p.m.
As access to post-secondary education continues to be constrained by financial barriers, students are experiencing challenges in financing their education. Join the Student Financial Team to explore how you can embed financial literacy into your advising.
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Boost Student Retention with Get Clear and Fresh Start
Wednesday, July 7, 2021, 11 a.m.
Join Kris Bertam to learn about the Fresh Start and Get Clear retention programs. Designed to assist students in academic jeopardy, Kris will share insights on key components of each program.
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Hire a TRSM Student
Need some help this semester? Consider hiring a paid, full-time co-op student to assist with any needs, such as technology, budgets, spreadsheets and forecasting, marketing and research, social media, policy development, human resources or any other business requirements. Students require mentorship, ongoing support and an end of term evaluation. You can now hire a co-op student and receive 75% funding up to $7,500. Connect with Medhat Sedarose by Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at medhat.sedarose@ryerson.ca.
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Directory "55" Updates
Has your extension changed to start with 55?
Contact your department administrator to have your contact information updated or added to the online directory
Changes to the Academic Program Administration Contacts can be sent to advisingnetwork@ryerson.ca.
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And Finally...
June is both Pride Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day. I hope we can take the time to honour, respect, support and celebrate our communities, not just for a particular time period, but every single day.
Wishing you warmth, pride and strength,
Michelle
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Michelle Green, MEd, CYW
Manager, Examinations and Special Projects, exams@ryerson.ca
& Interim Co-ordinator, Academic Advising, advisingnetwork@ryerson.ca
Office of the Registrar | Ryerson University
(Pronouns: she/her)
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