Indigenous people have a long tradition of caring for the ill and helping people stay well, yet the shortage of health care professionals is particularly evident in rural and indigenous communities across Canada.
Meet Sianna Cherweniuk, our Indigenous Learning Facilitator
Oki/Taanishi/Tansi! My name is Sianna, and I am the Indigenous Learning Facilitator for the Faculty of Health Sciences! A little about me: I'm a proud alumni of ULeth, completing a B.A. in Psychology in 2020, and a Graduate Certificate in Advanced Clinical Addiction in 2021, as well as a proud member of the Metis Nation of Alberta. My goal is to offer student advocacy and support to students, help facilitate on- and off-campus connections, and to encourage and facilitate academic excellence for Indigenous students. Currently, I am able to support Indigenous students enrolled in the following programs: Addictions Counseling, Aboriginal Health, Nursing (and Nursing Prep), Public Health, Therapeutic Recreation, Health Science Graduate programs, as well as other students looking to apply or transfer into any of the aforementioned programs.
Book an appointment with Sianna
Our Indigenous Learning Facilitator, Sianna Cherweniuk, can help you access:
- Elders in residence
- Tutors and peer mentors
- Study groups and academic workshops
- Scholarship and funding opportunities
- Personal support and counselling
- Support with class registration and online navigation
- Various on-campus and community programs/supports
Resources for Students
Iikaisskini Indigenous Services
Academic Advising
Request Form for Elders, Knowledge Holders, or Traditional Teachers
Request for Honorarium for Elder, Knowledge Holder, or Traditional Teacher
Accessible Learning Centre
Study Skills
Tutoring Services
University Library
Writing Centre
Scholarships & Student Finance
Scholarships and awards for Indigenous students