In order to bring our students as close to their cultural roots, we have been trying to set up course offerings in Hartley Bay. Unfortunately we have run out of time to arrange for student accomodation, instructors, and field trip opportunities. Now, the entire program will be operating out of Prince Rupert. We will be capitalize on the expertise of local First Nations communities by inviting experts to instruct in the program.
This is good news, students should learn their cultural roots.
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Unfortunately we were unable to pull off the Hartley Bay offering. We are presently trying to offer the cultural component in Port Simpson.
Our 2011-2012 offering of the Guardian Watchmen program was cancelled due to poor enrollment. If you have any ideas for ways to increase community interest in this and other programs, I would be very interested in hearing more from the public.
Posted by: Peter Freeman | 11/28/2011 at 10:46 AM
Guardian Watchmen is a Success in Lax Kw'alaams! 10 students just successfully completed Module 3 of Northwest Community College's Guardian Watchmen program. Module 3 consists of three courses: Traditional Ecological Knowledge, BC Cultural Stewardship, and Ethnobotany. Tsimshian instructor, Karen Sankey, and Guardian Watchmen students participated in experiential learning through field trips, plant harvesting, and the use of their language-Sm'algyax. Community Knowledge Keepers were invited to the class to share their wisdom and experiences. Classes were capped off with a celebratory feast hosted by the instructor and students. Family, friends, band council representatives, and NWCC faculty and management attended this food-ladened event. It was the perfect way to highlight the students' success!
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