As per the Memorandum of Understanding between the University of Sudbury and the Mushkegowuk Tribal Council, representing the Cree communities of James Bay in northeastern Ontario, the university has been offering Indigenous Studies courses directly on site in the area since September 2013.
Representatives of the university, officials of the communities, family and friends will gather in Moose Factory June 20 to celebrate the students who have since graduated and obtained their university degree.
Four students will be recognized that night for their accomplishments. Although all had previous studies recognized towards their degree, the courses offered on site by the University of Sudbury made it possible for each of them to reach this particular goal and become a university graduate.
As the University of Sudbury continues to offer courses in Moose Factory, Fort Albany, Kashechewan and Attawapiskat, it looks forward to celebrating the accomplishments of many more of its students, a press release said.
The university adds it's excited to continue to work with the council to create a long-term sustainable university learning program in the council’s territory.
