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Aboriginal Advantage Program



Nipissing University and the Office of Aboriginal Initiatives are pleased to offer the Aboriginal Advantage Program. In this program students will have the opportunity to earn university credits in an environment which encourages growth while respecting cultures and traditions.

The program will provide students with a supportive learning environment where they can pursue their academic goals and be successful. 

An integrated team of Elders, staff, faculty and a Student Success Coordinator support learners in the program. This team recognizes and celebrates the learner's identities as Aboriginal people. 

When students successfully complete their first year through the Aboriginal Advantage Program, they will have earned up to 24 university credits towards their university degree. Students will also have developed a strong foundational base of academic and personal skills to help ensure their continued success in their post-secondary studies at Nipissing University.

The Aboriginal Advantage Program offers the following services to its students: 

  • Academic Supports - Based on the determined needs of each cohort, a personalized series of academic workshops in English and Math will be available. 
    • One-on-one tutoring 
    • Writing and grammar skills workshops
    • Computer skills 
    • Study skills workshops ​
  • Personal Support - The program is committed to implement supports that will be consistent, proactive, solution-based and student-centered.
    • Access to personal counseling through Student Services
    • Stress management
    • Transition support
    • Budgeting assistance
  • Cultural Supports ​​- The Aboriginal Advantage Program will involve the participation of an Elder from the community who will provide cultural and spiritual supports to learners. 
    • ​Sharing circles 
    • Personal discussions with an Elder 
    • Enji Giigdoyang Student Lounge (F215).
    • Guest speakers 
  • University Courses - These courses will strengthen the academic skills of learners. When successfully completed students will have earned up to 24 university credits towards their undergraduate degree requirements. 
  • Technology ​- With the participation of Nipissing University's Center for Flexible Teaching and Learning, Macbook laptops will be available for all students in the program.
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For further information, please contact Emily Couchie, Student Success Coordinator at (705) 474-3450, extension 4441 or email at aboriginalprograms@nipissingu.ca
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