Law students examine First Nations governance
Posted on: January 18, 2023
Staff from Tk’emlups te Secwepemc gave TRU Law students some fresh perspectives on governance and development.
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Faculty member advocates for Indigenous rights
Posted on: December 5, 2022
BC Innovation Chair in Indigenous Health Dr. Rod McCormick is involved with several national organizations to provide his expertise.
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For better policy, start with better data
Posted on: November 3, 2022
New research from TRU Gaglardi explores ways to improve well-being in Indigenous communities — starting with the facts.
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Lecture series explores research journey
Posted on: November 1, 2022
The Inaugural Professorial Lectures on Nov. 8 and 22 showcase the work of newly appointed full professors Gloria Ramirez and Courtney Mason.
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Indigenizing the justice system
Posted on: September 29, 2022
TRU Law alum Darnel Tailfeathers has a vision to help reduce the high levels of Indigenous peoples in the Canadian justice system.
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Blazing a trail for a future with fossils
Posted on: September 8, 2022
Fourth-year Bachelor of Tourism Management student Jada Glen led a pilot tour to McAbee Fossil Beds Heritage Site in late August.
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New crosswalk art supports acceptance and honours healing
Posted on: September 2, 2022
TRU’s Williams Lake and Kamloops campuses have newly painted crosswalks to recognize diversity and inclusion, and truth and reconciliation.
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Indigenous Education Centre shows TRU’s commitment to indigenization
Posted on: September 1, 2022
TRU’s new Indigenous Education Centre will provide an inclusive space where students, faculty and staff can access support and services.
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Podcast series honours Indigenous voices
Posted on: August 19, 2022
Master of Education graduate Frances Maddalozzo forges a new path with an Indigenous podcast series.
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TRU researcher renewed as Canada Research Chair
Posted on: June 2, 2022
The federal government has announced the renewal of Canada Research Chair Dr. Mukwa Musayett (Shelly Johnson) at TRU.
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Research highlights importance of Indigenous food sovereignty
Posted on: June 1, 2022
A research team is proud to receive a CIHR grant for their Indigenous food sovereignty community well-being amidst a pandemic project.
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Research creates pathway for Indigenous knowledge in nursing education
Posted on: May 12, 2022
Researchers at six BC universities are the recipients of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research grant, sharing $683,000 in funding.
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New partnership strengthens academic ties with US
Posted on: May 6, 2022
TRU has signed a memorandum of understanding with Fulbright Canada to host a series of leading US scholars to teach and conduct research.
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Recognizing the role of Indigenous nurses
Posted on: April 8, 2022
BC Indigenous Nurses Day is being recognized for the first time on Sunday, April 10, due to the efforts of dedicated nurses.
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Art meets welding to create Indigenous garden bench
Posted on: April 7, 2022
TRU welding Instructor Jim McCarthy recently created a bench for an Indigenous garden at NorKam, an example of art meeting trades skills.
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Top chef cooks up lessons for TRU students
Posted on: March 8, 2022
Chef Bernard Casavant dropped in to the TRU Culinary Arts program during Indigenous Awareness Week to share his years of experience.
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Inaugural Law alum on defining success
Posted on: February 25, 2022
Inaugural Law alum, Chrystie Stewart talks about how her education paved the way for a successful career. Read more.
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Standing in support with T’exelc
Posted on: January 26, 2022
President Brett Fairbairn writes with thoughts for the Williams Lake First Nation (T’exelc), who have identified potential burial sites.
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Nursing faculty member voted onto national board
Posted on: January 10, 2022
Dr. Sheila Blackstock has been chosen as the inaugural Indigenous faculty representative on a national nursing association board.
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Award supports Indigenous health-care professionals
Posted on: December 6, 2021
A team of TRU grant holders are the proud recipients of the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research Reach Award for their Participatory Indigenous Nursing Knowledge Translation project.
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