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George Hemeon honoured for career and artistic accomplishments
By Anne Russell on June 1, 2013
Typically, awards recognize a major strength of the individual receiving them. But George Hemeon (BA '04) the latest Distinguished Alumni award winner, was lauded for multiple strengths. Hemeon was honoured for both his career achievements and his artistic talents. He has accomplished a lot in the past decade. The former landscaper earned his Bachelor of […]
Indigenizing the Academy: making universities more welcoming for Aboriginal peoples
For anyone new to academia, there's a bit of confusion and trepidation. Why do the professors wear those gowns at Convocation? How do you know when and where to apply for a scholarship? What's a graduate degree? For Aboriginal students, the gap between their worldview and mainstream academic culture can be even wider. Throw in decades […]