The Faculty of Native Studies

06/06/2026

Lexi House, who is graduating next week, says governance is a big theme in her play "The Bin," something she learned about in her classes with the Faculty of Native Studies.

By Liz Nicholls, 12thnight.ca “I’ve never written a play before,” says Lexi House. It’s a declaration of artistic intent that weaves itself through the fabric of Nextfest like a golden thread. Inno…

06/06/2026

Save the date! Light Fires is having its community barbecue on June 12 in front of Pembina Hall. Come support the artist collective.

Register for free here: https://forms.gle/yBacfvpPz1UhB8vN9

06/04/2026

🎓 New micro-credential! 🎓
Are you an Indigenous community member looking to learn about entrepreneurship? Our new micro-credential, Roots & Relations: A Pathway into Indigenous Entrepreneurship, is a perfect opportunity for learners who are curious about starting a venture, current small-business owners seeking culturally grounded tools, and youth or early-career individuals exploring entrepreneurial pathways.

Find out more here:

This four-course, non-credit online micro-credential certificate program connects Indigenous identity, values, and community purpose with the practical skills needed to launch and sustain a successful venture.

06/03/2026

Our micro-course, Tackling Structural Racism, is fully online and uses Indigenous-led content to outline issues related to structural racism in Canada.

Find out more here: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/native-studies/programs/continuing-education/tackling-structural-racism.html

06/02/2026

Join us on June 18 to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day and Pride! Come down to the University Commons Atrium to see drag, dance and musical performances from First Nations, Inuit and Métis artists. Everyone is welcome.

06/01/2026

This National Indigenous History Month, we invite you to go beyond the land acknowledgement and take some time to understand your relationship to the land, treaties, and to the Indigenous communities near you.

Across the College of Social Sciences and Humanities, along with FNS, we take our commitment to treaty and to the 94 Calls to Action seriously and make it a priority not just in June, but year-round.

This , we're amplifying First Nations, Inuit and Métis voices and taking some time to ground ourselves on the land in which we're situated.

05/29/2026

Please join us in welcoming in our new dean, Adam Gaudry!

While his term starts July 1, Adam is no stranger to the faculty — he's been a major part of the success we've built over the past 10 years.

Read more: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/the-quad/2026/05/announcing-the-dean-of-the-faculty-of-native-studies.html

05/28/2026

Congratulations to Nathalie Kermoal and Nuno Luzio, who were recently honoured for 25 years of service at the University of Alberta!

05/28/2026

05/13/2026

Don't miss award-winning filmmaker Hayley Morin's directorial debut "Under the Arbor" at the Art Gallery of Alberta on June 11! Ticket information is at the link below.

Experience Indigenous joy and resilience at this exclusive screening of Under the Arbor, featuring live performances, cultural teachings, and a community gathering.