Indigenous Studies at the UofL celebrates 50 years
As part of their Indigenous Awareness week, the University of Lethbridge is celebrating 50 years of its Indigenous Studies program including its founder.
A Pow-Wow celebration was held at the Science Commons before a headdress ceremony dedicated Dr. Leroy Little Bear, the Vice-Provost for the University’s Iniskim Indigenous Relations. Staff and faculty with the University says his 50 years of work has helped spread the knowledge of Indigenous culture and history, and enhanced reconciliation within the community.
The University commemorates their Indigenous Awareness week throughout March 2-6.